I have seen, over and over, how criminal charges can drastically affect people’s lives without proper representation. As a lawyer, I understand people make mistakes, but shouldn't be defined by them. I provide aggressive legal representation that compassionately focuses on your unique needs to achieve the best result. I limit my case load, so I can work closely with you to ensure your best interests are carefully served. My job is to establish an atmosphere of trust and respect, and understand the challenges you’re facing. I create and maintain open communication with you through all stages of your case. My job is to focus on your case, so you can focus on your life.
Since 2018
Since 2016
2016 - Current
Law Office of Douglas D. Rudolph
2012 - 2016
Young People in Recovery
Duties: Developed and implemented Young People in Recovery's ("YPR") public policy agenda; Managed over 80 chapters throughout the United States, and oversaw the implementation of local workshops that provided access to education, employment, and housing opportunities for young people in or seeking recovery from addiction; Regularly collaborated with federal agencies, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, and other organizations and partners to improve addiction-recovery resources for young people; Created and/or reviewed all contracts, which included potential partnerships with other businesses and other organizations; created and updated internal YPR policies; Led YPR expansion efforts including domestic issues related to state tax identification numbers and international chapter expansion to Canada and the United Kingdom (e.g. compliance, registration, regulation forms).
2014 - 2014
New Haven Public Defender Services
Duties: Interviewed potential clients, screened for eligibility for services; Reviewed police reports and conducted legal research in preparation for defense; Negotiated with prosecutors to reach plea agreements for primarily felony and misdemeanor-level offenses; Represented clients in court for arraignments and pretrial hearings.
2013 - 2013
New Haven Legal Assistance Association
Duties: Conducted legal research and writing for supervising attorney; Met with clients and participated in Due Process Hearings for special education clients; Participated in lobbying efforts in regards to expanding ex-offenders' rights at state congressional hearings.
2013 - 2015
J.D. (2015) | Emphasis on Criminal Law
Honors: Dean’s List Merit Award, Advanced Research and Writing CALI Excellence for the Future Award, highest grade in class: Legislative Lobbying and Advocacy CALI Excellence for the Future Award, highest grade in class: Criminal Procedure Adjudication
2005 - 2007
B.A. (2007) | Psychology & Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
