Paulette Frazier-Alexis
Sr. Legislative Drafter at The Legislature of the Virgin Islands- Claim this Profile
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LinkedInJun, 2018- Oct, 2024
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The Legislature of the Virgin Islands
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Virgin Islands, U.S.
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Legislative Drafter
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Sep 2012 - Present
Draft and edit hundreds of legislative bills, amendments and other legal documents for all Senators and legislative staff. Interpret and apply statutes, rules regulations, contracts and questions of law. Independently conduct research of legal matters necessary for requested legislation and documents. Possess a broad and functional knowledge in various aspects of the law, rules and regulations both federal and local. Counsel, interpret and explain a multitude of both local and federal legal… Show more Draft and edit hundreds of legislative bills, amendments and other legal documents for all Senators and legislative staff. Interpret and apply statutes, rules regulations, contracts and questions of law. Independently conduct research of legal matters necessary for requested legislation and documents. Possess a broad and functional knowledge in various aspects of the law, rules and regulations both federal and local. Counsel, interpret and explain a multitude of both local and federal legal documents. Interview Senators and legislative staff to determine necessary research needed to formulate appropriate legislation and action on legal matters and documents. Perform basic legal assistance and counsel legislative staff on personal legal matters and affairs. Served as the Sexual Harassment Officer/Advisor of the Legislature for 6 years by implementing a process for conducting interviews, counseling, advisement of rights and procedures as they relate to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Virgin Islands Civil Rights Act and attending or conducting administrative hearings. Continuous handling of heavy workloads with minimal supervision. Extensive computer research on numerous issues. Research and prepare various legal documents. Able to meet extremely short deadlines and make on the spot legal decisions. Edit and prepare bills sent to the Governor of the Virgin Islands for review after passage by the Legislature. Draft and review contractual documents on behalf of the Legislature. Draft and transmit numerous petitions to the United States Congress pursuant to the Revised Organic Act of 1954 as it relates to the Virgin Islands.
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Assistant Legislative Counsel
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Mar 2001 - Sep 2012
Drafted and edited hundreds of legislative bills, amendments and other legal documents for all Senators and legislative staff. Oversaw the personnel and management functions of the Office of Legal Counsel, St. Croix Division. Interpreted and applied statutes, rules, regulations, contracts and questions of law. Independently conducted research of legal matters necessary for requested legislation and documents. Required to possess a broad and functional knowledge in various aspects of the… Show more Drafted and edited hundreds of legislative bills, amendments and other legal documents for all Senators and legislative staff. Oversaw the personnel and management functions of the Office of Legal Counsel, St. Croix Division. Interpreted and applied statutes, rules, regulations, contracts and questions of law. Independently conducted research of legal matters necessary for requested legislation and documents. Required to possess a broad and functional knowledge in various aspects of the law, rules and regulations, both federal and local. Advised and consulted with external counsels who represented the Legislature in both the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands and the United States District Court on appellate matters. Staffed legislative committee meetings and legislative Sessions which involved autonomous responsibility and authority. Counseled, interpreted and explained a multitude of both local and federal legal documents. Interviewed Senators and legislative staff to determine necessary research needed to formulate appropriate legislation and action on legal matters and documents. Performed basic legal assistance and counseled legislative staff on personal legal matters and affairs. Provided legal opinions on any subject matter requested by a Senator. Edited and prepared bills sent to the Governor of the Virgin Islands for review after passage by the Legislature. Drafted and reviewed contractual documents on behalf of the Legislature. Drafted and transmitted numerous petitions to the United States Congress pursuant to the Revised Organic Act of 1954 as it relates to the Virgin Islands.
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Assistant Legal Counsel
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Mar 2001 - Sep 2012
Draft and edit hundreds of legislative bills, amendments and other legal documents for all Senators and legislative staff. Interpret and apply statutes, rules regulations, contracts and questions of law. Independently conduct research of legal matters necessary for requested legislation and documents. Possess a broad and functional knowledge in various aspects of the law, rules and regulations both federal and local. Counsel, interpret and explain a multitude of both local and federal legal… Show more Draft and edit hundreds of legislative bills, amendments and other legal documents for all Senators and legislative staff. Interpret and apply statutes, rules regulations, contracts and questions of law. Independently conduct research of legal matters necessary for requested legislation and documents. Possess a broad and functional knowledge in various aspects of the law, rules and regulations both federal and local. Counsel, interpret and explain a multitude of both local and federal legal documents. Interview Senators and legislative staff to determine necessary research needed to formulate appropriate legislation and action on legal matters and documents. Perform basic legal assistance and counsel legislative staff on personal legal matters and affairs. Served as the Sexual Harassment Officer/Advisor of the Legislature for 6 years by implementing a process for conducting interviews, counseling, advisement of rights and procedures as they relate to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Virgin Islands Civil Rights Act and attending or conducting administrative hearings. Continuous handling of heavy workloads with minimal supervision. Extensive computer research on numerous issues. Research and prepare various legal documents. Able to meet extremely short deadlines and make on the spot legal decisions. Edit and prepare bills sent to the Governor of the Virgin Islands for review after passage by the Legislature. Draft and review contractual documents on behalf of the Legislature. Draft and transmit numerous petitions to the United States Congress pursuant to the Revised Organic Act of 1954 as it relates to the Virgin Islands.
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Superior Court Rising Stars Youth Steel Orchestra
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St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
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Musical Arranger/ Instructor
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May 2007 - May 2016
Mentorship and musical instruction teaching disadvantaged youth in the community aged 10-18 the art of playing the steel drum. Arrange and adapt songs to be performed by the steel orchestra. Provide tutoring, college preparedness advice, and citizenship mentorship. Teach youth involved in the program the basics of the legal system, their basic civil rights and responsibilities commensurate with their age. Structure and manage rehearsals, monitor the progress of youth members in school and… Show more Mentorship and musical instruction teaching disadvantaged youth in the community aged 10-18 the art of playing the steel drum. Arrange and adapt songs to be performed by the steel orchestra. Provide tutoring, college preparedness advice, and citizenship mentorship. Teach youth involved in the program the basics of the legal system, their basic civil rights and responsibilities commensurate with their age. Structure and manage rehearsals, monitor the progress of youth members in school and at home, serve as “drillmaster” when necessary. Assist in the sales and marketing of the Rising Stars Brand and Collateral. Show less Mentorship and musical instruction teaching disadvantaged youth in the community aged 10-18 the art of playing the steel drum. Arrange and adapt songs to be performed by the steel orchestra. Provide tutoring, college preparedness advice, and citizenship mentorship. Teach youth involved in the program the basics of the legal system, their basic civil rights and responsibilities commensurate with their age. Structure and manage rehearsals, monitor the progress of youth members in school and… Show more Mentorship and musical instruction teaching disadvantaged youth in the community aged 10-18 the art of playing the steel drum. Arrange and adapt songs to be performed by the steel orchestra. Provide tutoring, college preparedness advice, and citizenship mentorship. Teach youth involved in the program the basics of the legal system, their basic civil rights and responsibilities commensurate with their age. Structure and manage rehearsals, monitor the progress of youth members in school and at home, serve as “drillmaster” when necessary. Assist in the sales and marketing of the Rising Stars Brand and Collateral. Show less
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University of the Virgin Islands
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Assistant Attorney General
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Dec 1999 - Feb 2001
Aggressive prosecution of crimes in jury trials, bench trials and formal hearings. Extensive felony experience, drafting and arguing of various motions and pleadings. Managed a heavy caseload with minimal guidance or supervision in felony, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, and arraignment courtrooms. Negotiated plea agreements with defense attorneys through court proceedings, in person and telephonically. Daily contact with representatives of client agencies, local law enforcement and other… Show more Aggressive prosecution of crimes in jury trials, bench trials and formal hearings. Extensive felony experience, drafting and arguing of various motions and pleadings. Managed a heavy caseload with minimal guidance or supervision in felony, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, and arraignment courtrooms. Negotiated plea agreements with defense attorneys through court proceedings, in person and telephonically. Daily contact with representatives of client agencies, local law enforcement and other advocacy representatives both in and out of court. Interpretation and application of statutes, rules and questions of law pertaining to criminal matters. Show less Aggressive prosecution of crimes in jury trials, bench trials and formal hearings. Extensive felony experience, drafting and arguing of various motions and pleadings. Managed a heavy caseload with minimal guidance or supervision in felony, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, and arraignment courtrooms. Negotiated plea agreements with defense attorneys through court proceedings, in person and telephonically. Daily contact with representatives of client agencies, local law enforcement and other… Show more Aggressive prosecution of crimes in jury trials, bench trials and formal hearings. Extensive felony experience, drafting and arguing of various motions and pleadings. Managed a heavy caseload with minimal guidance or supervision in felony, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, and arraignment courtrooms. Negotiated plea agreements with defense attorneys through court proceedings, in person and telephonically. Daily contact with representatives of client agencies, local law enforcement and other advocacy representatives both in and out of court. Interpretation and application of statutes, rules and questions of law pertaining to criminal matters. Show less
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Kane County Public Defender
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St. Charles. Illinois
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Asst Public Defender
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Dec 1995 - Jun 1998
Experience in felony arraignments, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, mental health and juvenile courtrooms. Prepared statements for formal hearings and petitions before the court. Wrote and filed motions on behalf of clients. Independently conducted research or investigated facts on behalf of clients. Interpretation and application of statutes, rules and questions of law pertaining to criminal matters. Daily courtroom experience including motions, jury trials, and bench trials. Heavy caseload with… Show more Experience in felony arraignments, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, mental health and juvenile courtrooms. Prepared statements for formal hearings and petitions before the court. Wrote and filed motions on behalf of clients. Independently conducted research or investigated facts on behalf of clients. Interpretation and application of statutes, rules and questions of law pertaining to criminal matters. Daily courtroom experience including motions, jury trials, and bench trials. Heavy caseload with minimal supervision or training. Extensive client contact in and out of court, including frequent visits to the county jail. Handled misdemeanor, traffic, mental health, and DUI courts alone without supervision. Show less Experience in felony arraignments, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, mental health and juvenile courtrooms. Prepared statements for formal hearings and petitions before the court. Wrote and filed motions on behalf of clients. Independently conducted research or investigated facts on behalf of clients. Interpretation and application of statutes, rules and questions of law pertaining to criminal matters. Daily courtroom experience including motions, jury trials, and bench trials. Heavy caseload with… Show more Experience in felony arraignments, misdemeanor, traffic, DUI, mental health and juvenile courtrooms. Prepared statements for formal hearings and petitions before the court. Wrote and filed motions on behalf of clients. Independently conducted research or investigated facts on behalf of clients. Interpretation and application of statutes, rules and questions of law pertaining to criminal matters. Daily courtroom experience including motions, jury trials, and bench trials. Heavy caseload with minimal supervision or training. Extensive client contact in and out of court, including frequent visits to the county jail. Handled misdemeanor, traffic, mental health, and DUI courts alone without supervision. Show less
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Kane County Public Defender
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St. Charles, Illinois
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Externship- 3L
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Oct 1994 - Jun 1995
Collaborated, shadowed and contributed with Assistant Public Defenders, in and out of the court room, in the arraignment, DUI, misdemeanor traffic and juvenile courtrooms on actual cases pending before the Court. Actively represented clients in juvenile court proceedings under the supervision of licensed Illinois attorneys pursuant to Rule 701 of the Illinois Supreme Court. Provided extensive legal research and writing as assigned on various issues pending before the Court. Interviewed and… Show more Collaborated, shadowed and contributed with Assistant Public Defenders, in and out of the court room, in the arraignment, DUI, misdemeanor traffic and juvenile courtrooms on actual cases pending before the Court. Actively represented clients in juvenile court proceedings under the supervision of licensed Illinois attorneys pursuant to Rule 701 of the Illinois Supreme Court. Provided extensive legal research and writing as assigned on various issues pending before the Court. Interviewed and counseled indigent clients to determine specific needs and strategies to reach a goal acceptable to the client. Show less Collaborated, shadowed and contributed with Assistant Public Defenders, in and out of the court room, in the arraignment, DUI, misdemeanor traffic and juvenile courtrooms on actual cases pending before the Court. Actively represented clients in juvenile court proceedings under the supervision of licensed Illinois attorneys pursuant to Rule 701 of the Illinois Supreme Court. Provided extensive legal research and writing as assigned on various issues pending before the Court. Interviewed and… Show more Collaborated, shadowed and contributed with Assistant Public Defenders, in and out of the court room, in the arraignment, DUI, misdemeanor traffic and juvenile courtrooms on actual cases pending before the Court. Actively represented clients in juvenile court proceedings under the supervision of licensed Illinois attorneys pursuant to Rule 701 of the Illinois Supreme Court. Provided extensive legal research and writing as assigned on various issues pending before the Court. Interviewed and counseled indigent clients to determine specific needs and strategies to reach a goal acceptable to the client. Show less
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Northern Illinois University, College Of Visual and Performing Arts
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DeKalb, Illinois
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Rhoten A. Smith Graduate Assistant
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Sep 1992 - May 1995
Prepared guest artists’ contracts and analyzed existing contracts for performing artists within the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Prepared and organized guest artists’ concert schedules. Gathered, edited and prepared for publication, the listing of the College’s most distinguished alumni for annual publication. Coordinated and facilitated recordings for various performance ensembles within the College of Music. Prepared guest artists’ contracts and analyzed existing contracts for performing artists within the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Prepared and organized guest artists’ concert schedules. Gathered, edited and prepared for publication, the listing of the College’s most distinguished alumni for annual publication. Coordinated and facilitated recordings for various performance ensembles within the College of Music.
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Paladin Legal Services
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Rockford, Illinois
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Summer Law Clerk
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Jun 1994 - Aug 1994
Wrote over a dozen appellate briefs, both civil and criminal, under the direct supervision and direction of a licensed attorney. Performed various research and writing projects as assigned. Interviewed potential indigent clients. Assisted in the preparation of a major Federal drug conspiracy trial. Wrote over a dozen appellate briefs, both civil and criminal, under the direct supervision and direction of a licensed attorney. Performed various research and writing projects as assigned. Interviewed potential indigent clients. Assisted in the preparation of a major Federal drug conspiracy trial.
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Edward F. Diedrich & Associates
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DeKalb, IL
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Summer Law Clerk
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Jun 1994 - Aug 1994
Contributed and assisted with the preparation of civil trials. Performed various research and writing projects. Read and briefed case records and common law records for appeals. Assisted in writing a major medical malpractice appellate brief. Collaborated with attorneys and other legal interns to reach a common goal acceptable to the client. Contributed and assisted with the preparation of civil trials. Performed various research and writing projects. Read and briefed case records and common law records for appeals. Assisted in writing a major medical malpractice appellate brief. Collaborated with attorneys and other legal interns to reach a common goal acceptable to the client.
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Education
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1992 - 1995
Northern Illinois University College of Law
Juris Doctorate, Law -
1986 - 1990
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Performance, Steel Pan -
1981 - 1984
St. Paul Central High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
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