Stephen Vogrin
Wheeling
Summary
Results-driven Criminal Chief with expertise in leading teams, optimizing prosecution strategies, and enhancing case management. Proven ability to foster collaboration and implement policies that standardize practices and improve outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Criminal Chief
USAO - NDWV
Wheeling
01.2020 - Current
- Supervised a team of attorneys and support staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Reviewed and approved legal documents, ensuring accuracy and timely filing in court.
- Monitored case outcomes and provided feedback for continuous improvement in prosecution strategies.
- Led case review meetings to assess progress, identify challenges, and strategize next steps.
- Participated in interagency task forces to combat organized crime and enhance prosecution efforts.
- Drafted policies and procedures to standardize case management practices across the office.
- Managed resource allocation to optimize team performance and case handling capacity.
Branch Supervisor
USAO - NDWV
Wheeling
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervised, coached, and evaluated staff performance.
- Provided guidance and support to branch staff in daily operations.
- Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning initiatives.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
AUSA
USAO - NDWV
Wheeling
09.2012 - 10.2018
- Managed case dockets efficiently to prioritize high-impact cases and optimize courtroom resources.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents, including indictments and motions, to facilitate court proceedings.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and strengthen prosecution cases.
- Prepared and presented persuasive arguments in court to advocate for justice and uphold the law.
- Engaged in community outreach to promote legal awareness and build public trust.
- Negotiated plea agreements that served the interests of justice and victims' rights.
- Presented evidence and expert testimonies effectively to bolster case arguments during trials.
- Managed complex litigation cases with attention to legal detail and procedural accuracy.
- Developed case strategies based on thorough analysis of evidence and legal precedents.
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Ohio County Prosecutors Office
Wheeling
09.2000 - 09.2012
- Presented oral arguments in court proceedings regarding motions or evidentiary rulings.
- Collaborated with investigators from various law enforcement agencies in preparation for trials.
- Investigated potential violations of state and federal laws by interviewing witnesses, victims and suspects.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to educate citizens about crime prevention methods.
- Represented the office at meetings with other agencies such as probation departments or defense attorneys.
- Argued cases in court before judges, juries and administrative bodies.
- Provided legal advice to the police department on criminal matters.
- Analyzed complex legal issues involving multiple jurisdictions or parties.
- Conducted legal research and drafted pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda of law and other documents related to criminal cases.
- Prepared evidence for trial including exhibits and witness lists.
- Developed strategies for effective prosecution of criminal cases based on knowledge of applicable law and case precedents.
- Examined evidence collected during investigations to determine whether it is admissible in court.
- Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
- Coordinated with investigators and law enforcement agencies to obtain information or evidence used in hearings.
Education
J.D. -
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-1999
Bachelor of Arts -
Bethany College
Bethany, WV05-1995
Skills
- Legal document review
- Case management
- Courtroom advocacy
- Strategy development
- Policy writing
- Resource allocation
- Collaborative leadership
- Community outreach
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Performance evaluation
- Team building
- Excellent communication
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Leadership
- Supervision and leadership
Timeline
Criminal Chief
USAO - NDWV
01.2020 - Current
Branch Supervisor
USAO - NDWV
10.2018 - 01.2020
AUSA
USAO - NDWV
09.2012 - 10.2018
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Ohio County Prosecutors Office
09.2000 - 09.2012
J.D. -
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Arts -
Bethany College