Experienced Trial Attorney

• Handled serious felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile cases.  

Former Public Defender

• Protected constitutional rights and ensured fairness in the courtroom
  for over a decade

Deputy County Counsel

• Supervising civil litigation and advising county departments handling public safety policy, youth violence prevention, and alternatives to incarceration

Broad Legal Perspective

• 20 years of experience in public service, 17 years as an attorney in Los Angeles County, including:  experience in prosecution as a certified clerk at the District Attorney's office, representing public safety workers in administrative hearings, over a decade as a Deputy Public Defender, three years specifically focused on defending children, and two years as a Deputy County Counsel working on government policy in justice and safety, and supervising civil trials.
   

Having a broad legal perspective helps ensure:

• Thoughtful, unbiased decision making

• Respect for everyone in the courtroom

• A judicial philosophy that is both fair and effective

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