Virginia Stover
Bronx
Summary
Dynamic advocate skilled in criminal law and conflict resolution. Proven track record in representing clients and collaborating with community organizations to promote legal awareness and access to justice. Ready to leverage advocacy strategies to drive impactful change.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advocate/Support/Mitigate Criminal Justice System
Volunteer Work
Statewide
11.2004 - Current
- Conducted legal research to support cases and inform clients on relevant laws.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance community awareness of legal rights and resources.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote access to justice.
- Represented clients at trial proceedings before judges or juries.
- Compiled evidence from police reports, medical records or other sources for use in court trials.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective solutions to complex legal issues.
- Investigated facts and prepared detailed reports on findings related to civil matters.
- Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
- Maintained current knowledge of changes in local, state and federal laws to ensure informed legal advocacy.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance access to justice initiatives.
Community Advocate/Supporter/Mitigator
Volunteer
Statewide
07.1998 - Current
- Executed daily duties with precision and efficiency.
- Collaborated with local organizations to address community needs effectively.
- Advocated for underrepresented groups by raising awareness within the community.
- Managed communication between residents, organizations, and local government officials.
- Participated in coalition meetings focused on creating positive change for marginalized communities.
- Contributed innovative solutions to elevate team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse colleagues to achieve goals and troubleshoot product-related issues.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving problems through knowledgeable service.
- Facilitated weekly meetings to discuss internal operational issues, current events, impacting community, and advocacy.
- Collaborated with social workers to support patients.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NYSkills
- Criminal law knowledge
- Advocacy strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Collaboration skills
- Communication effectiveness
- Active listening
- Time management
- Practice management
- Administrative support
- Civil and criminal law expertise
- Criminal law
- Civil litigation
- Civil law
Certification
Received certificates, CLE Credits and Plaque
Timeline
Advocate/Support/Mitigate Criminal Justice System
Volunteer Work
11.2004 - Current
Community Advocate/Supporter/Mitigator
Volunteer
07.1998 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
John Jay College of Criminal Justice