Piper Kelley

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.

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

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science - California Baptist University (2021 - 2026)