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Madelynn Wilkinson
City, State, Zip Code
Home: 000-000-0000 | Cell: 000-000-0000
email@email.com
Professional Summary
Criminal Lawyer with a winning jury trial record brings fierce defense for people accused of criminal offenses.Has developed strong relationships with District Attorneys and court staff to secure favorable dispositions to cases.Research-savvy and has an excellent public speaking ability.
Core Qualifications
- Fight for clients under all circumstances.
- Knowledgeable about constitutional rights.
- Secures best possible pleas.
- Fights to and through jury trial when necessary.
Experience
Criminal Lawyer
8/1/2012 – 8/1/2014
Company Name
City, State
- Transitioned into private practice
- Defended clients facing both misdemeanor and felony charges.
- Staffed cases with partners for defenses and appropriate approach.
- Drafted motions and briefs.
- Consulted with and advised clients on the best tactics to take.
- Appeared in court daily and argued.
- Conducted careful legal research and kept abreast of changes in the law.
- Developed good relationships with District Attorneys.
- Won sixty percent of jury trial cases.
Criminal Lawyer
8/1/2008 – 7/1/2012
Company Name
City, State
- Represented indigent clients criminally charged in court cases.
- Consulted with clients in jails and in office regarding their cases.
- Identified potential defenses and conducted full investigations.
- Drafted constitutional motions if appropriate.
- Negotiated with District Attorneys to secure lower convictions than charges or outright dismissals.
- Represented people motions hearings jury trials and court trials
- Managed a full-felony caseload.
Education
Juris Doctorate – Law
2008
University Name
City, State
Bachelor’s Degree – Criminal Justice
39630
University Name
City, State
Passed the City, State Bar Examination
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