Jeannie DeShazo

Jeannie DeShazo is an accomplished paralegal with two decades of experience, excelling in legal research, complex case preparation, and effective support for prosecutors at the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. From 2001 to 2021, she demonstrated unparalleled skill in various units, including Special Prosecutions, Major Crimes, and White Collar Crimes. DeShazo played a critical role in preparing cases for Grand Jury proceedings and supporting high-profile and confidential Public Integrity cases, utilizing advanced research tools like LexisNexis and Westlaw. She is recognized for her ability to streamline complex discovery processes, develop customized analytics tools, and construct detailed event timelines and data visualizations to aid legal arguments. Her meticulous case organization extended to processing large volumes of sensitive discovery documents, including police reports, witness interviews, and search warrant evidence. Over her tenure, she supported appellate prosecutors, contributed to death penalty case preparations, and engaged in specialized tasks such as wiretap applications and the development of Cold Case Homicide Unit protocols. DeShazo’s technical proficiency, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to the legal process have consistently elevated prosecutorial effectiveness and legal outcomes.