DEFENSE INVESTIGATOR

Highly knowledgeable, accomplished, and integrity-based professional offering comprehensive experience in providing legal defense and counseling services. Extensive background in social history assessment interview, peer counseling, discharge planning, juvenile and direct file cases. Excellent track record of maintaining high level of confidentially and producing quality work under extreme pressure. Notary Public in Florida

Self-motivated and well-organized: exhibit high-caliber qualifications in gathering evidences and documenting information obtained in crime scenes; skilled in working independently or as a contributing team member; quick in grasping issues and paying keen attention to details while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Creative, resourceful, and flexible: possess outstanding research, presentation, and documentation skills; conduct thorough investigation of all aspects of criminal defense cases from misdemeanors to capital murder cases; proficient in analyzing and interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations to ensure the most probable positive outcome of handled cases; capable of quickly adapting to changing priorities and brilliant in formulating defense tactics through in-depth analysis of all collected data and evidences.

Communication and relationship building: equipped with a multitude of knowledge with innovative communication prowess; establish rapport and interface confidently with individuals at all levels.

CAREER HISTORY

Mitigation Specialist, Self-Employed Apr 2008- Present

Apartment H67, Lakeland, Florida 33801

Salary: $50 / hour

- Meticulously study gathered data such as police reports, surveillance, financial data, medical reports, and Department of Corrections records to formulate defense and initiate legal actions for various death penalty cases.

- Interact and work collaboratively with the most recognized defense experts to develop strategies and arguments for presentation of cases.

- Organize a psychosocial background analysis of all mitigation witnesses through conducting interview with family, friends, witnesses, and clients.

Social Services Director Jul 2007-Oct 2007

Excel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Tampa, FL 33612

Supervisor: Suresh Pai, 813-***-****, may be contacted

Hours per Week: 55 hours

Salary: $ 40,000 annually

- Assumed the role of abuse and sexual harassment coordinator for both staff and residents in a 120-bed nursing facility.

- Maintained aggregate data for all residents regarding psychosocial well-being, discharge planning, and Medicaid applications.

- Coordinated with local and state agencies including Law Enforcement, Department of Children and Families, Department of Elder Affairs, and ACHA.

- Utilized health insurances expertise and knowledge on medical terminology to effectively conduct social history assessment interview on all new residents.

- Facilitated plan of care for cognitive deficits, behaviors, mood state, and psychosocial well-being for each resident.

- Coached and mentored new personnel regarding resident's rights, abuse, sexual harassment, and grievance process.

Social Worker Feb 2007-Jul 2007

South Tampa Health and Rehabilitation Center, Tampa, FL 33611

Supervisor: Brian Pollet, 813-***-****, may be contacted

Hours per Week: 45 hours

Salary: $ 38,000 annually

- Reviewed and analyzed effective discharge planning and psychosocial well-being of approximately 80 residents.

- Worked closely with nursing, rehabilitation, and dietary staff to devise the best care plan suitable for each resident.

- Conducted social history assessment interview to obtain substantial background information of new residents.

- Provided instructions on advance directives to residents, staff, and families.

Investigator Jul 2003-Dec 2006

State of Florida / Public Defender's Office, Bartow, FL 33830

Supervisor: Linda Bell, 863-***-****, may be contacted

Hours per Week: 40 hours

Salary per Hour: $ 32,000 annually

- Conducted thorough investigation of all aspects of criminal defense cases from misdemeanors to capital murder cases; solely identified and interviewed witnesses, defendants, and victims to obtain vital information.

- Directed investigations and developed leads by conducting comprehensive research and in-depth interviews.

- Applied expertise in locating, retrieving, and taking pictures of evidences as well as in mapping crime scenes.

- Traced background of defendants through creating timelines and family trees as necessary.

- Utilized excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with various government agencies and regulatory bodies.

- Testified in court and presented gathered evidences in a tactful manner.

Corrections Officer Jun 2002-Feb 2003

State of Florida / Department of Corrections, Polk City, FL 33868

Supervisor: Capt. Redmond, 863-***-****, may not be contacted

Hours per Week: 40

Salary per Hour: $ 31,000 annually

- Maintained accountability and strictly implemented appropriate behavior and conduct of inmates in accordance with the State of Florida Department of Corrections.

- Outlined and modified various legally binding documents.

- Employed safety checks, hourly counts, and various methodologies to ensure prison’s internal and perimeter security.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Store Sales Lead, Part-Time 2008-2009

The Children’s Place, Lakeland, FL 33809

Relief Key Holder, Part-Time 2007-2008

Lane Bryant, Lakeland, FL, 33809

Office Cashier / Customer Service Manager, Part-Time 1999-2002

Winn Dixie, Lakeland, FL, 33801

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology - 2002

University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620

Program in Spanish Culture: Language, History, and Culture - 1997

Universidad de Leon, Leon, Spain 24071

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Ethical and Legal Issues in Psychotherapy

Polk Community College, Lakeland, FL 33803

Related Coursework: Professional Transitions and Possibilities | Motivational Interviewing as a Counseling Style | Understanding and Treating Alcohol and Substance Abuse

E-Discovery Update: FRCP Amendments Regarding E-Discovery

Black Crime Prevention Conference, 2006

Life Over Death Conference, 2003-2005

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