After earning his bachelor's degree from California State University Sacramento, a master's of science in Organizational Security Management from Webster University, he ultimately earned his Juris Doctor after attending both Seattle University and Stetson University College of Law.
Over a long career, Jonathan spent approximately 20 years serving as a Law Enforcement Officer, Investigator, and Military Commissioned Officer and Commander in the United States Army Military Police Corps. Jonathan gained real-world life experience protecting and defending justice that included policing, complex investigations, and serving two tours of duty deployed to Afghanistan with the 101st Airborne Division. Jonathan spent 7 years practicing law in Criminal Defense, where he defended cases of all levels from initial prosecution through jury trial completion. Jonathan participated in dozens of Felony Jury Trials as lead counsel, protecting and defending the rights of residents of the community.
Jonathan has deep roots in the justice system that spans generations, and has been recognized as a zealous advocate for the people of the community and his clients. As a decorated combat veteran Jonathan has achieved awards to include two Bronze Stars for service in Afghanistan, Army Commendation medals, an Equal Justice Works grant recipient to fight for veteran's rights and benefits, and a pro bono award winner at Stetson University College of Law. Jonathan has been defending justice since 1998.
Awards & Recognitions
•Bronze Star
•Army Commendation Medal
•Officer Candidate Distinguished Honor Graduate
•Army Captain's Career Course Distinguished Honor Graduate
•Army Basic Officer Leader's Course Commandant's List
•Sacramento Police Academy High Academic Honors
•Stetson University School of Law Pro Bono Award Recipient
