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Tonia L. Klepperich

Sheridan

Summary

Experienced with defending and prosecuting various criminal cases, ensuring legal rights are upheld and justice is served. Utilized in-depth legal knowledge and effective communication to build strong defense strategies. Track record of successfully negotiating plea deals ensuring the rights of clients are protected.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Public Defender

State of Wyoming
04.2025 - Current


  • Collaborated with fellow public defenders to share knowledge and resources, enhancing overall team performance.
  • Negotiated favorable plea agreements for clients by presenting persuasive arguments to the prosecution.
  • Successfully advocated for alternative sentencing options, reducing jail time for qualifying clients.
  • Stayed current on legal developments through continuing education courses, enabling informed decision-making in cases.
  • Researched pertinent case law to support legal arguments and provide sound reasoning for desired outcomes.
  • Managed high caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks and working diligently to meet deadlines.
  • Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
  • Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
  • Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.

Deputy County and Prosecuting Attorney

Campbell County Attorney’s Office
11.2024 - Current
  • Prosecute misdemeanor cases and maintain a case loan of approximately 200 cases.
  • Prosecute juvenile matters including child neglect, CHINS, and delinquency.
  • Attend Court daily in front of up to 7 judges across Circuit and District Court.
  • Handle daily Arraignments and Traffic Court on a rotating basis.
  • Conduct legal research in preparation of Motion Hearings and trials.
  • Negotiate plea agreements with Defense Counsel and Pro Se Defendants

Owner/First Level Document Review Specialist

TK Law, LLC/ Haystack Document Review Services
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Represented clients in criminal matters
  • Conducted legal research, drafted motions and proposed orders.
  • Participated in document review and e-discovery review as part of a national team of attorneys.

Remote Judicial Law Clerk

Minnesota Judicial Branch
02.2022 - 07.2024
  • Worked under the direction of the senior Clay County District Court Judge in a general jurisdiction court.
  • Drafted orders that Judge took under advisement.
  • Worked on various matters including criminal law, family law, tort law, contract law, complex civil litigation, and child protection matters.

Owner/Attorney

Klepperich Law, LLC
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Conducted client consultations.
  • Advised and represented clients in various matters including criminal, bankruptcy, and estate planning.
  • Conducted legal research and attended hearings.
  • Drafted legal memorandum, motions, orders, petitions, and complaints.
  • Acted as a contract attorney as part of a national litigation team conducting document review for a high-status tort action.

Contract Legal Assistant/Attorney

Kirven Law, LLC
02.2019 - 02.2021
  • Provided contract legal assistant and attorney services as needed at the firm.
  • Participated in client consultations.
  • Advised/Represented clients in a variety of legal matters mainly to include criminal law, abuse and neglect, and family law.
  • Conducted legal research.
  • Participated in various hearings and trials.
  • Drafted legal memoranda, Motions, Orders, Petitions, Complaints, and discovery requests and responses.
  • Conducted legal research.
  • Assisted in the training of new legal assistants.

Legal Assistant

Barney & Graham, LLC
02.2018 - 01.2019
  • Participated in client consultations.
  • Acted as initial contact to potential clients, performed1conflict checks, and provided clients with updates.
  • Drafted legal memoranda, Motions, Orders, discovery requests and responses.
  • Participated in various hearings and trials.

Clerk of Court

City of Sheridan
08.2013 - 02.2018
  • Assisted in the preparation and management of the court docket.
  • Answered inquires and complaints from defendants and the public.
  • Drafted summons for Officers and other essential individuals for court.
  • Recorded all hearings and acted as a witness of behalf of the city.
  • Arranged accommodations for defendants with special needs.
  • Drafted warrants, driver license suspensions, and assisted in the dismissal of outstanding cases.
  • Trained other City staff in Clerk operations to support the Court.
  • Managed payment plans and cases through court software.
  • Deescalated conflicts with defendant’s facing fines, suspensions and jail time.

Education

J.D. -

Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Saint Paul, MN
05.2020

B.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies

Chadron State College
Chadron, NE
05.2015

A.A. - Criminal Justice

Sheridan Community College
Sheridan, WY
05.2013

Skills

  • Courtroom presence
  • Legal research
  • Legal writing
  • Case analysis

Certification

  • Wyoming State Bar, November 2020
  • United States District Court, March 2021
  • UBE Score: 283
  • MPRE: 100

Timeline

Assistant Public Defender

State of Wyoming
04.2025 - Current

Deputy County and Prosecuting Attorney

Campbell County Attorney’s Office
11.2024 - Current

Owner/First Level Document Review Specialist

TK Law, LLC/ Haystack Document Review Services
07.2024 - 11.2024

Remote Judicial Law Clerk

Minnesota Judicial Branch
02.2022 - 07.2024

Owner/Attorney

Klepperich Law, LLC
02.2021 - 02.2022

Contract Legal Assistant/Attorney

Kirven Law, LLC
02.2019 - 02.2021

Legal Assistant

Barney & Graham, LLC
02.2018 - 01.2019

Clerk of Court

City of Sheridan
08.2013 - 02.2018

B.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies

Chadron State College

A.A. - Criminal Justice

Sheridan Community College

J.D. -

Mitchell Hamline School of Law

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