Jordan Archer Case

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This memorandum provides the outline for the initial interview of Jordan Archer concerning the criminal defense representation for an expected charge(s) of embezzlement.

I. CRIMINAL CHARGES
In order to conduct an effective interview to acquire the relevant facts necessary to the case, it is imperative to obtain facts pertaining to the elements of the crime, any documents or witnesses relevant to the alleged crime, and which degree of the crime, if any, could be charged in this case. First, during the interview it is vital to ask the client what property belonging to the church is alleged to have been converted, how the client had access to such property owned by the church that is alleged to have been taken by the client, what fiduciary role the client held within the church, and whether the client intended to convert the property of the church for her own benefit. Next, it is important to ask the client whether there are any witnesses that can provide a testimony that the client is not involved in the embezzlement. In addition, it is essential to ask what is the value of the property that is alleged to have been embezzled by the client, in order to determine the possible degree of the crime if the client is to be charged in this case.
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What property belonging to the church is alleged to have been embezzled by you?
2. What fiduciary role did you hold that allowed you legal access to the property owned by the church that is the subject matter of this case?
3. Are there any persons who have relevant information, or any notes, physical evidence, or other documentation regarding the incident(s)?
4. Giving a rough estimate, what is the suspected value of the property that is alleged to have been