![Jeffrey Lee Meldon]( "Jeffrey Lee Meldon")
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Jeffrey Lee Meldon
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 53 years of experience
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Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I have been a Florida Trial Lawyer since 1971 when I had my first jury trial in Gainesville, and I have been in and out of the courtroom ever since. As a Trial Lawyer I enjoy helping people get their lives back together after a serious accident or an arrest. I consider myself an expert in negotiating settlements as well as trying cases in the courtroom. I have the determination and experience to go head to head with the big and powerful insurance companies that try to take advantage...
![Jason M. Melton]( "Jason M. Melton")
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Jason M. Melton
10.0 
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Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfOcala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
The Catholic University of America
Attorney Jason M. Melton, is a founding partner of Whittel & Melton. As a former state prosecutor, he continues fighting for victims bringing in some of the largest single event results in Central Florida.
Jason is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million and Million Dollar Advocates Forum, AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and continues to be listed among SuperLawyers in Florida by Thomson Reuters. He is a Founding Member of the National Academy of Motorcycle Injury Lawyers, and in 2023 was named President.
Attorney Melton is dedicated to providing clients with personalized, high-quality representation. We handle Auto Accidents, Slip and Fall, Injury, Nursing...
![Robert G. Whittel]( "Robert G. Whittel")
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Robert G. Whittel
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfThe Villages, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Cambridge and University of Florida Levin College of Law
An experienced trial attorney, Robert Whittel provides his clients with strong, disciplined, results-oriented representation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy. Robert graduated from both law school and the United States Merchant Marine Academy with honors, and served on the esteemed Florida Law Review. Before co-founding Whittel & Melton, a full-service law firm, Robert gained valuable experience in the court room both serving as a former prosecutor and representing large corporations in complex litigation and transactional matters. Robert is devoted to fighting for his clients’ rights. He handles all types of criminal...
![Henry George Ferro]( "Henry George Ferro")
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Henry George Ferro
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
(352) 369-8888
108 North Magnolia Avenue
Seventh Floor
Ocala, FL 34475
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University of Dayton School of Law
I have been practicing law for more than 35 years, including a five year stint as a circuit judge in the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida.
As an experienced litigator, in both state and federal court, I have aggressively represented clients at all levels of trial courts from criminal traffic matters to first degree murder charges. In the civil courts, I have represented clients in a range of cases involving contracts, business litigation, family matters, personal injury case, professional negligence matters (Medical Malpractice), defamation and cases involving fraud.
I have also had the pleasure of being the City Attorney for the...
![Leonard Louis Cagan]( "Leonard Louis Cagan")
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Leonard Louis Cagan
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
Regent University School of Law
Lenny was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1996. Lenny worked as an Assistant State Attorney (prosecutor) for over seven years. During this time, he prosecuted thousands of cases, supervised a staff of other attorneys and conducted numerous jury trials. Lenny knows how prosecutors think and how to speak their language. After leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Lenny worked for a prestigious Plaintiff’s law firm that practiced in the areas of Medical Malpractice/ Nursing Home Abuse/ and Personal Injury law. Lenny has been in private practice since 2004 representing people who have been accused of crimes or have been seriously injured...
![Nichelle Lynn Womble]( "Nichelle Lynn Womble")
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Nichelle Lynn Womble
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 2 years of experience
603 E Fort King St,
Ocala, FL 34471
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Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
Nichelle Womble loves people and is passionate about advocating for human rights and diligently representing her clients in various kinds of lawsuits. She serves as an Attorney with Counsel in the American Islamic Relations office in Philadelphia, representing clients on criminal, civil rights, and civil law matters with a laudable winning rate. She fiercely fights for justice and equality.
As a litigation associate at Lento Law Group, Ms. Womble offers legal advice and handles cases including criminal law/trials, sports/business, civil rights, police brutality, workplace discrimination, wage violations, labor rights violations, sexual assault, unlawful imprisonment, juvenile & family law, student defense/title ix,...
![Gina M. Girardot]( "Gina M. Girardot")
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Gina M. Girardot
The Villages, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
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Case Western Reserve University School of Law
![Amanda C Micallef]( "Amanda C Micallef")
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Amanda C Micallef
OCALA, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
PO BOX 5573
OCALA, FL 34478
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Family and White Collar Crime
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
We are a full service, boutique law firm, offering personalized service tailored to each clients needs. At the Law Offices of Amanda C. Micallef, P.A we understand that each clients situation is different and our goal is to obtain the best possible outcome for each and every client. Big or small, simple or complex, your legal issue is important to us.
![Christopher M. Klemawesch]( "Christopher M. Klemawesch")
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Christopher M. Klemawesch
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfThe Villages, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Criminal, Family, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
University of Florida
Mr. Klemawesch is an experienced and dedicated Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney at Whittel & Melton. He provides comprehensive representation in both State and Federal Courts. Previously, Mr. Klemawesch worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Pinellas County, Florida. He has extensive jury trial experience in both criminal and civil cases. Mr. Klemawesch is committed to diligent advocacy to protect his clients' rights and interests.
Mr. Klemawesch obtained his B.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame, and his M.B.A. from the University of South Florida. In 2003, he received his J.D. from the University of Florida....
![William J. Sheslow]( "William J. Sheslow")
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William J. Sheslow
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfThe Villages, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Family and White Collar Crime
Mercer University College of Law and University of California - Davis
Prior to joining Whittel & Melton, Mr. Sheslow served as an Assistant Public Defender in Manatee County, Florida. Mr. Sheslow accumulated an impressive trial record while with the Public Defender’s Office. He was quickly promoted from a Misdemeanor to Felony case load in less than 10 months. Mr. Sheslow has tried over 20 cases ranging from DUIs and Domestic Batteries to life felonies. He has earned acquittals in serious cases such as firearms offenses and sex offenses. Additionally, Mr. Sheslow completed the National Criminal Defense Lawyers College held at Mercer College of Law in Macon, Georgia, where he learned from...
![Madeline Pichardo-Riestra]( "Madeline Pichardo-Riestra")
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Madeline Pichardo-Riestra
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Family
Florida A&M University College of Law
Attorney Pichardo-Riestra is the Owner and Managing Attorney of Pichardo-Riestra Law. She is a former psychologist who has worked with children, juveniles, and adults. As a Psychologist Specialist working for the Department of Corrections, Mrs. Pichardo-Riestra provided Mental Health services to incarcerated females housed in General Population, Closed Management, and Death Row.
After years in psychology, Mrs. Pichardo-Riestra decided to pursue a career in Law. She attended Florida A&M University where she concentrated on Criminal Defense while participating at the FAMU Criminal Defense Clinic. Mrs. Pichardo-Riestra also interned with the Public Defender's Office for the Fifth Circuit in...
![Christian Alexander Straile]( "Christian Alexander Straile")
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Christian Alexander Straile
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
St. Thomas University School of Law
This trial focused practice has the goals of delivering quality legal services, providing to clients personal services while developing strong, trusted relationships through effective communication, analysis, planning and litigation skills seeking the best result possible.
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Chris Dunham
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Criminal and DUI
Florida State University College of Law
Attorney Christopher L. Dunham is a native of Ocala, Florida who is committed to providing the community with exceptional representation against criminal charges. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Florida University College of Law and is licensed to practice by the Florida State Bar. Before opening his own firm, Attorney Dunham served as a prosecutor for the Fifth Judicial Circuit at the State Attorney’s Office. This invaluable experience helped him understand the strategies used by the prosecution during criminal trials, which enables him to prepare comprehensive defenses to effectively challenge his clients’ charges.
Attorney Dunham is a skilled trial...
![Steven Miles Kinsell]( "Steven Miles Kinsell")
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Steven Miles Kinsell
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Attorney Steven Miles Kinsell is a lifelong resident of Gainesville, Florida and is dedicated to defending individuals who are facing all types of criminal charges. He is a former State prosecutor with extensive experience in DUI drug cases and he uses his insight to benefit his clients’ defense cases. Attorney Kinsell is recognized for his dedication strong advocacy as a Gainesville criminal defense attorney.
![Melanie S. Kohler]( "Melanie S. Kohler")
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Melanie S. Kohler
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal
Stetson University College of Law
Solo Practitioner, Practice is LIMITED to Criminal Defense, Marion and Sumter counties. Former prosecutor and senior assistant public defender. Prior to becoming an attorney, my work history consisted of ALL legal jobs, ranging from working at the US Attorney's Office, to the Inspector General's Office assisting with criminal investigations for the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, to clerking for the Chief Federal Judge in the Middle District of Florida.
![Jerrod P Williams]( "Jerrod P Williams")
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Jerrod P Williams
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer
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As the founder at Law Firm Ocala, Attorney Jerrod Williams has earned a strong reputation as the Ocala criminal defense lawyer clients can trust. He is dedicated to protecting his clients’ rights and best interests, helping them stay out of jail and safeguarding their futures. He takes the constitutional right to liberty and freedom seriously and believes they are worthy of his utmost protection. Jerrod has years of professional experience doing just that – representing individuals of all walks of life as well as a Fortune 500 company. Jerrod’s commitment to his clients’ interests has earned him a reputation as...
![James Scott Herman]( "James Scott Herman")
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James Scott Herman
wildwood, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Florida State University College of Law
![John Douglas Whitaker]( "John Douglas Whitaker")
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John Douglas Whitaker
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Attorney John D. Whitaker is a native of Gainesville, Florida and is a dedicated Gainesville criminal defense lawyer. As a former State prosecutor, he understands both sides of the process and can provide effective representation for anyone facing criminal charges. He has handled hundreds of criminal cases and continues to attend seminars to ensure that he can provide his clients with the best possible defense.
![David Anthony Wilson]( "David Anthony Wilson")
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David Anthony Wilson
OCALA, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
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Nova Southeastern University
I am a lifelong resident of Florida licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in Florida.
![Frank Christopher Lawson]( "Frank Christopher Lawson")
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Frank Christopher Lawson
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Probate
Donald Molloy McCathran
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
Criminal
St. Thomas University School of Law
Andy Joshua Ingram
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Criminal
University of Florida Levin College of Law
Pravesh Bobby Rumalla
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Criminal, Business, DUI and Personal Injury
William Mitchell College of Law
Kris A. Vanderlaan
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Criminal, Business, Construction and Real Estate
David Gerhardt Mengers
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Criminal, Appeals and Estate Planning
Gregory Eugene Tucci
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 52 years of experience
Criminal, Business, DUI and Divorce
University of Miami School of Law
Carole Comfort Rice
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
2806 SE 22nd Ave
Ocala, FL 34471
Criminal
Paul John Guilfoil
Ocala, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
Criminal, Business, DUI and Estate Planning
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
![David Haas]( "David Haas")
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David Haas
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOrlando, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Criminal and White Collar Crime
Stetson University College of Law
David Haas is a state and federal criminal defense attorney and represents clients throughout Florida and in federal courts around the country. He is a former state and federal prosecutor with extensive jury trial experience, including handling more than 65 jury trials. A fifth-generation Floridian, he graduated from Stetson University College of Law in 2001 and began his career as a state prosecutor with the State Attorney’s Office in the Tenth Judicial Circuit. After three years of handling felony and misdemeanor offenses, attorney David Haas was promoted to Chief of the Economic/Environmental Crimes Division where he was...
![Richard Hornsby]( "Richard Hornsby")
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Richard Hornsby
Orlando, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Cannabis Law, DUI and White Collar Crime
University of Florida
Richard Hornsby is a third generation Central Floridian and a second generation criminal defense lawyer. In addition to his law degree from the University of Florida, he also holds a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida and a master's degree in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, with a concentration in Forensic Science, from the University of Florida. He is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by the Florida Bar and Board Certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He serves as the Legal Analyst for the Central Florida...
![Jeremy Lasnetski]( "Jeremy Lasnetski")
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Jeremy Lasnetski
Altamonte Springs, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
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University of Florida
With more than 22 years of experience, LGL partner Jeremy Lasnetski focuses his practice on criminal defense and immigration law. Mr. Lasnetski works in the Jacksonville office of Lasnetski Gihon Law. He handles criminal cases in both State and Federal courts and has tried more than 70 criminal trials in both State and Federal court. He also represents immigration clients filing for greencards, asylum, naturalization, and more. He is a frequent speaker on criminal and immigration issues, has hosted a criminal law podcast, is a board member on the American Immigration Lawyer's Association Central Florida Chapter,...
![Rahul Parikh]( "Rahul Parikh")
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Rahul Parikh
Orlando, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
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South Texas College of Law
Attorney Rahul Parikh is an award-winning criminal and civil trial attorney located in Orlando, Florida with an extensive track record of success both in and out of the courtroom. Due to his unrelenting commitment to excellence, Mr. Parikh possesses a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating was selected as Florida Trend Magazine’s Up and Comer in 2019, Expertise’s Best DUI Lawyers in Orlando in 2020, and was included in The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40.
He is best known for his trial skills, diligent and pragmatic approach to solving problems for his clients and aggressive posture toward litigating cases.
Mr....
![Corey I. Cohen]( "Corey I. Cohen")
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Corey I. Cohen
Orlando, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
Corey Cohen is a former public defender and state prosecutor for the 18th and 5th judicial circuit of Florida. He received his law degree from Barry University School of Law and his Masters of Law in Intercultural Human Rights from St. Thomas University School of Law.
After graduating from Barry, Corey was employed by the Public Defender's Office where he represented criminal defendants in hundreds of cases. Later in this career, Corey accepted an appointment with the State Attorney's Office where he prosecuted criminal cases. In his experience with both the Public Defender's office and as a State Attorney he has...
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Patrick Michael Megaro
Orlando, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DUI and White Collar Crime
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
For more information on my biography please email me directly at pmegaro@appealslawgroup.com
![Leanna Jane Smith]( "Leanna Jane Smith")
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Leanna Jane Smith
10.0 (3 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfDe Land, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and Yale Law School
Attorney Leanna Smith is a criminal defense lawyer with nearly two decades of experience in the courtroom. As a former Volusia County prosecutor, Attorney Smith knows what it takes to effectively advocate for the defense of her clients—no matter what the situation may be.
Whether you need a DUI attorney, a lawyer to defend you against drug charges, or dedicated, solid defense against any other felony or misdemeanor offense, Attorney Smith can help.
![Michael T. Mackhanlall]( "Michael T. Mackhanlall")
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Michael T. Mackhanlall
Orlando, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal and Family
Florida A&M University College of Law
Michael is a life long Florida native, born in a solid blue-collar suburb. From a young age Michael understood the value of hard work, learning with his father in the construction industry. His sense of service and commitment to helping others inspired him to join the military shortly after 9/11. Michael supported combat search-and-rescue and counter-terrorism operations as a United States Air Force airborne radio operator aboard H/C-130/p aircraft, where he learned many life lessons and values that he takes with him throughout his law practice. Michael is a fighter who voluntarily deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, North Africa,...
![Matthew J. Olszewski]( "Matthew J. Olszewski")
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Matthew J. Olszewski
Orlando, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Cannabis Law and DUI
University of Florida
I was named 2018 DUI Gladiator of the Year by the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
I was one of 6 people in the State of Florida and the only DUI defense lawyer in the State of Florida that was asked by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) to assist in writing the FDLE DUI curriculum.
I was named a Special Prosecutor by the State of Florida to argue DUI cases in Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Volusia, Brevard, Hernando, Marion, Alachua, Broward, Lee, Collier and Monroe counties.
I was named a Lead DUI Prosecutor by the Orange/Osceola County State Attorney’s Office (9th...
![John Tolley]( "John Tolley")
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John Tolley
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfOrlando, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Insurance Claims and White Collar Crime
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
John Tolley is a former Prosecutor & Insurance Defense lawyer licensed in the States of New York, Florida, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Mr. Tolley has tried over 45 criminal and civil jury trials. He is the co-owner and a partner in JT Law Firm where he represents clients in disputes regarding homeowner's insurance claims and criminal defense.
Mr. Tolley attended Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 2014. While in law school, Mr. Tolley was an active member of the Nova Trial Association and the Moot Court Society, representing his law school in...
![Kevin J. Pitts]( "Kevin J. Pitts")
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Kevin J. Pitts
Sanford, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Florida State University College of Law
As a former Assistant State Attorney in Daytona Beach I handled over 5,000 cases. Working as a prosecuting attorney gave me a great deal of experience in DUI, theft, domestic violence, battery, assault, driving while license suspended, juvenile crimes, drug charges, misdemeanors, motions to suppress, motions in limine, traffic tickets and trial advocacy. I was exposed to numerous criminal defense strategies. This experience taught me what works and what issues The State Attorney's office faces when trying to prove their case. As a former member of the Big 12 championship Nebraska Cornhusker football team I have the mental and physical...
