Taylor Castro
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Accomplished attorney with experience in estate planning and criminal prosecution, recognized for delivering effective legal solutions that enhance client satisfaction. Proven track record in case management, with a focus on developing comprehensive estate plans tailored to client needs. Seeking to fill a part-time estate planning role while contributing to team objectives and client success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Estate Planning Attorney
McGovern Law Group, APC
La Mesa
10.2023 - Current
- Drafts individual and joint estate plans, including trusts, wills, and powers of attorney documents, with
meticulous attention to detail to minimize legal risks and maximize client benefit - Reviews established trust documents and advised clients on recommended changes tailored to the client’s
needs - Manages probate, guardianship, and conservatorship cases, demonstrating strong legal research and problem-
solving skills while receiving minimal supervision - Frequently manages a full-time caseload while working part-time, demonstrating flexibility, strong time
management, and the ability to adapt to varying workload demands - Attends weekly BNI (Business Network International) meetings, fostering
community referral partnerships, and generating client referrals through strategic relationship-building
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III - MOTION'S DEPUTY
District Attorney's Office - South Bay
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Responded to all general motions that are filed in the South Bay courthouse, including Penal Code section 1203.3 motions, 1203.4 motions, 17(b) motions, Penal Code 1473.7 motions, as well as miscellaneous motions
- Conducted hearings for contested motions
- Appeared for probation revocation calendar, which requires negotiating sanctions for probation violations based on the defendant's conduct, and criminal history
- Conducted probation revocation hearings
- Researched complex legal issues
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - FAMILY PROTECTION UNIT
District Attorney's Office - South Bay
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed 100+ cases, which required writing and responding to motions, appearing for hearings, preparing trials, reviewing discovery, requesting evidence, and subpoenaing witnesses
- Maintained constant communication with victims and witnesses while addressing complicated family dynamics
- Frequently, victims of domestic violence did not want prosecution, but clear and respectful communication would create the trust necessary to prosecute these cases
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I
District Attorney's Office - East County
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed 100+ cases, which required subpoenaing cases set for trial, reviewing discovery, requesting evidence, while consistently communicating with victims and witnesses
- Consistently appeared in court for calendars, motions, and hearings
- Managed cases with complex legal issues
- For example, I was assigned cases where death occurred and substantial follow up investigation was required
- I also appeared in court on unique legal issues, such as appearing in-camera to seal a search warrant months after the unsealed search warrant was granted
- Prepared cases with vast discovery, including conducting a preliminary hearing on a 28-count case
- San Diego County, El Cajon
Education
Juris Doctor -
California Western School of Law
San Diego, CA01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Literature, Political Science
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA01.2016
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Active listening
- Time management
- Curious
- Compassionate
- Communicative
- Accountable
- Self-motivated
Awards & Achievements
- Class Rank: 3/210
- California Western Law Review and International Law Journal, Associate Writer
- California Western School of Law Trial Team, Member
- Awarded Academic Excellence Award (highest grade in the class) for: Legal Skills II; Boot Camp; STEPPS II
- Legal Skills II Honor's Instructor
Timeline
Estate Planning Attorney
McGovern Law Group, APC
10.2023 - Current
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III - MOTION'S DEPUTY
District Attorney's Office - South Bay
01.2023 - 10.2023
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - FAMILY PROTECTION UNIT
District Attorney's Office - South Bay
01.2022 - 01.2023
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I
District Attorney's Office - East County
01.2020 - 01.2022
Juris Doctor -
California Western School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Literature, Political Science
California State University San Marcos
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