Preside over high level criminal cases, including capital murder.
Preside over felony probation violation hearings and criminal case management.
Address victims and victims' families in open court.
Rule on Motions and prepare all written Orders.
Preside over civil actions where damages exceed $25,000.
Continue to collaborate with judicial staff and colleagues to develop strategies to address our legal desert and increase our judicial system's backlog.
Member of Court's Commission pursuant to N.C.G.S. section 7A-506, et seq.
Law Clerk for Judge Robert N. Hunter, Jr.
State of North Carolina
01.2017 - 05.2018
Drafted judicial opinions
Legal Research
Tasked to propose questions for Judge Hunter to ask attorneys during oral arguments
Oversaw and mentored law student interns
Assistant District Attorney
State of North Carolina
01.2001 - 04.2002
Prosecuted District Court criminal dockets including traffic matters, misdemeanors, and DWIs
Prosecuted Juvenile Delinquency Adjudications
Assisted Prosecuting Capital Murder in Superior Court
Developed strong working relationships with local law enforcement agencies, facilitating open communication and cooperation on ongoing investigations.
Law Clerk for Justice I. Beverly Lake, Jr.
State of North Carolina
08.1998 - 08.2000
Prepared Bench Briefs: Summarized Parties' Legal Arguments and Made voting recommendations as to each issue, and on case overall
Drafted Opinions
Prepared Per Curiam Memos
Legal Research
Law Clerk for Chief Justice Burley Mitchell
State of North Carolina
08.1997 - 08.1998
Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
Developed a reputation for professionalism and reliability, frequently entrusted with sensitive information and high-stakes assignments.
Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
Correctional Officer I/Canteen Supervisor at State of North Carolina, Dept of Adult CorrectionsCorrectional Officer I/Canteen Supervisor at State of North Carolina, Dept of Adult Corrections
Administrative Assistant to the General Manager at State of North Carolina Department of JusticeAdministrative Assistant to the General Manager at State of North Carolina Department of Justice
Revenue Administrative Officer at State of North Carolina, Department of RevenueRevenue Administrative Officer at State of North Carolina, Department of Revenue