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David Alexov

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Phone number: 555-555-5555

Profile

Motivated and self-driven Public Defender with 4+ years of extensive experience and comprehensive background in participating in all phases of various legal cases, representing indigent defendants, and performing any administrative duties. Great negotiator and communicator with excellent knowledge of Law and strong attention to detail and accuracy. Possessing well-developed critical thinking skills and extraordinary time management abilities, David is currently looking for a Public Defender job.

Work experience

06/2015 - 06/2019, Public Defender, York County Government, York, SC, United States

Pro-actively participated in all phases of more than 100 misdemeanors/felony cases, conducted professional research, and analyzed and evaluated facts.
Conducted pre-trial hearings, negotiated plea agreements, represented indigent defendants, and worked closely with other Public Defenders.
Stayed up-to-date with current laws, provided beneficial advice and recommendations to clients and their family members on any legal issues.
Performed various general office duties and trained and coordinated 15 Legal Interns, ensuring that all policies and procedures were fully followed.
Ranked as a #1 Public Defender for constantly achieving extraordinary results and performing great work.

Education

09/2012 - 05/2015, Juris Doctor Degree, Stetson University, DeLand, FL, United States

GPA: 4.0 (Top 1% of the Program)

The 2014 Academic Excellence Award winner

09/2008 - 05/2012, Political Science, Duke University, Durham, NC, United States

GPA: 3.98 (Top 5% of the Program)

Clubs and Societies: Business Club, Debate Club, Film Society

09/2006 - 05/2008, IB Diploma Program, Anglo-American School of Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria

Graduated with Distinction (Grade 1 - A/excellent equivalent in all 6 subjects)

The 2012 Best Graduate Award winner

Activities: Debate Club, Ancient History Club, Water Polo Team

Skills

Languages

Bulgarian

English

Spanish

Chinese

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office

LawGro, Sheriasoft LPM

PracticePanther, MerusCase

ActionStep, LegalTrek

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Knowledge of Law

Multitasking

Negotiation Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time Management

Volunteering

09/2010 - 05/2011, Vice President, Duke University Debate Club, Durham, NC, United States

Certificates

04/2015, ACD Certification, American Public Defender Commission

10/2008, Driving Licence, Driving School

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