Eva R. Fa'alogo
Phoenix
Summary
Dynamic, dedicated, and results-oriented criminal defense attorney with extensive defense experience. Proven expertise in legal and appellate writing and plea bargaining, successfully representing clients in complex federal and state cases. Adept at building strong professional relationships while utilizing investigative skills to achieve favorable outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Federal Public Defender
Federal Public Defender, Southern District of TX
10.2024 - Current
- Prepare and file pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings
- Zealously represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses, including, but not limited to, charges under 8 U.S.C. Sections 1325 and 1326, and 19 U.S.C. Section 1459
- Represent clients during supervised release revocation hearings, initial appearances, and, preliminary and bond hearings
- Review and analyze pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents
Appellate and Post-Conviction Relief Attorney
Grand Canyon Law Group
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed and executed innovative appellate and post-conviction relief strategies
- Engaged in high-profile, complex appellate cases that had a significant impact on criminal law in Arizona
- Spearheaded the post-conviction department in set asides and seals of criminal offenses/convictions
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, judges, and legal professionals
- Provided exceptional legal counsel and representation to clients
Deputy Public Defender
Mohave County Public Defender's Office
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Defended complex criminal cases and prepared pre-trial legal memoranda
- Evaluated criminal charges as filed and instructed investigators regarding additional information needed for the appropriate disposition of cases
- Established and maintained cooperative working relationships and communicated tactfully and effectively with administrative officials, County governmental officials, employees, court officials, and the public both orally and in writing
- Built rapport with clients and provided zealous and competent representation
Immigration Attorney
Valencia Law Group
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with outside counsel to interpret and apply technical immigration policies and procedures
- Consulted with foreign nationals on non-immigrant and immigrant visas and resolved routine and non-routine questions
- Provided legal support for clients regarding the interpretation of immigration law and its impact on Family-based Immigration, Deportation and Removal Defense and Political Asylum
- Assisted with case evaluation, strategy and management
- Prepared legal documents, gathered and presented evidence to challenge action taken against clients facing deportation
Education
Study Abroad -
University of Oxford
Oxfordshire, UKJ.D. -
Charlotte School of Law
Charlotte, NC12-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And English
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Kingsville, TX05-2011
Skills
- Legal and appellate writing
- Plea bargaining
- Investigative skills
- Appeals & Petitions for Post-Conviction Relief
- Special Actions
- Set Asides & Seals
- Federal court appearances
- Westlaw and LexisNexis proficiency
Admissions
- State of Arizona, 2018
- U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, 2024
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, 2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Federal Public Defender
Federal Public Defender, Southern District of TX
10.2024 - Current
Appellate and Post-Conviction Relief Attorney
Grand Canyon Law Group
08.2023 - 10.2024
Deputy Public Defender
Mohave County Public Defender's Office
01.2023 - 10.2023
Immigration Attorney
Valencia Law Group
02.2020 - 12.2022
Study Abroad -
University of Oxford
J.D. -
Charlotte School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And English
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
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