Piper Kelley
Legal professional with hands-on experience in criminal prosecution and defense
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About
Highly motivated legal professional with hands-on experience supporting criminal prosecution and defense teams through legal research, trial preparation, case organization, and procedural analysis. Experienced in working within a county attorney's office environment, assisting with litigation support, case management systems, and confidential criminal justice information. Skilled in drafting legal documents, conducting case law research, and supporting attorneys in fast-paced courtroom and office settings.
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Concentration in American Institutions, California Baptist University, Class of 2026.
Experience
Legal Intern / Legal support staff - Mohave County Attorney's Office - Kingman, Arizona
(2023-current)
Serve as the primary legal support assistant to the Chief Criminal Deputy of the Mohave County Attorney's Office
- Assist with trial preparation, case organization, evidence review, and hearing preparation in criminal matters
- Draft motions, legal correspondence, and case-related documents for prosecutorial review
- Conduct social media and investigative research related to ongoing criminal cases
- Collaborate with attorneys and office staff in a fast-paced government legal environment
Legal Intern - Mohave Public Defender's Office - Kingman, Arizona
(2022-06 - 2022-08)
- Responsible for processing and closing criminal cases within the office case management database
- Conducted legal research on relevant statutes, case law, and procedural issues to support defense strategy
- Drafted research memos and organized case materials for attorney review
- Attended court proceedings and trials, taking detailed notes on testimony, rulings, and procedural developments
- Collaborated with supervising attorney to evaluate arguments and support motions for case dismissal
Legislative Intern - Office of California State Senator Ochoa Bogh - Redlands, California
(2024-09)
- Assisted with constituent communication and legislative research
- Observed legislative processes and public policy development
- Supported office operations through administrative and organizational tasks
- Conducted research on policy issues and community concerns
- Maintained professional communication with staff and constituents
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science - California Baptist University (2021 - 2026)
