Education
2009 Hofstra University School of Law, Hempstead, NY
J.D. GPA: 3.26
Captain of 2009 Hofstra University ABA Criminal Trial Competition Team
Received “Perfect Score” Award for 2009 ABA Criminal Trial Competition
Assistant Coach for 2009 Hempstead Middle School Debate Team
Lexis Nexis and Westlaw Certified
2006 American University, Washington, DC
B.A. Justice GPA: 3.3
D.C. Reads Tutor
American University Letts Hall Dorm President
American University Letts Hall General Assembly Representative
American University Student Government Parliamentarian
Experience
2013-Present The Berg Law Group, P.A., Stuart, FL
Shareholder/Founder/Attorney
Founder of law firm in Southeast Florida handling criminal and civil matters. Responsibilities include recruiting and handling cases from intake through trial or disposition. Managing other employees and staff members was an integral part of the job, as well as handling all aspects of payroll, tax preparation and business operations. Media relations were also critical as several high profile cases were taken on by the firm.
2009 – 2013 19th Judicial Circuit, Stuart, FL/Fort Pierce, FL
Assistant State Attorney/Assistant Public Defender
Responsibilities include handling of misdemeanor and felony cases from intake through discovery, motions, jury selection and trial. I have handled a full docket of misdemeanor and felony cases and have been responsible for all aspects of those cases. Additionally I have conducted dozens of jury trials. I was also selected in 2012 to give a presentation to South Fork High School on the dangers of Driving Under the Influence.
Community Involvement
2012-Present Martin County Commission, Stuart, FL
Appointed to Committee on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Awareness