Senior Legal Counsel

• Dec 2021 - Present

Human Trafficking Prosecutor

• Oct 2019 - Oct 2021

Served as the designated prosecutor for all Human Trafficking and related cases for Cumberland County, North Carolina and served in an advisory capacity for districts across the state. Also served as a liaison to supporting agencies for the District Attorney’s Office in Fayetteville for all matters involving Human Trafficking, including but not limited to the Human Trafficking Task Force, Human Trafficking Diversion Court, the Child Advocacy Center and various law enforcement agencies at the local, state and federal levels. Handled all Human Trafficking and related cases from investigation through trial or disposition, including the execution of undercover operations with various law enforcement agencies. Promoted a commitment to a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach to prosecution. Utilized experience and understanding in digital forensic evidence in Human Trafficking cases, with an understanding of working with trauma bonded victims, and the nuances of trial practice in Human Trafficking cases. Show less

Assistant District Attorney

• Sep 2017 - Oct 2021

Assistant District Attorney for Cumberland County, 12th Prosecutorial District. Trial attorney for high level felonies including homicide, gang, sexual assault and child exploitation cases. Assistant District Attorney for Cumberland County, 12th Prosecutorial District. Trial attorney for high level felonies including homicide, gang, sexual assault and child exploitation cases.

Senior Assistant District Attorney General

• Jan 2014 - Aug 2017

Senior Assistant District Attorney Criminal Division For Hawkins and Hancock Counties for the 8th Judicial District Special Assistant United States Attorney Eastern District of Tennessee Senior Assistant District Attorney Criminal Division For Hawkins and Hancock Counties for the 8th Judicial District Special Assistant United States Attorney Eastern District of Tennessee

Associate

• Aug 2008 - Jan 2014

Associate Attorney with emphasis in civil litigation and criminal defense. Associate Attorney with emphasis in civil litigation and criminal defense.

Immigration Assistant

• Dec 2004 - Jul 2005

Served as a legal assistant for BCIA accredited organization specializing in immigration services, including VAWA, Consular Packets/Applications, Citizenship or LPR Applications and Visa and I-864 Renewals. Served as a legal assistant for BCIA accredited organization specializing in immigration services, including VAWA, Consular Packets/Applications, Citizenship or LPR Applications and Visa and I-864 Renewals.