b'STAFF SPOTLIGHTDAVIDhe would get the support he deserved. Da-vids career in the police department did not begin and end in New York City. In fact, his Kohlmeierstory of moving to Nevada is like something out of a movie. During an evening in Times Square, a billboard caught Davids attention comparing the salaries of police departments Director of Client Relations, The Defenders nationwidea great marketing tactic by the F rom one side of the law to the other,Las Vegas area police departments to recruitDavid Kohlmeier uses his experience inofficers to make a career move out west. the Nevada and New York City policeWhen David noticed the discrepancies be-departments to help criminal defense clientstween Nevada and New York officer salaries, understand the importance of representation.he embarked on an adventureflying out to David joined the Richard Harris Law FirmLas Vegas, testing for both the Henderson family in 2019 and has spent most of his timePolice Department and Las Vegas Metropol-working as the Director of Client Relations foritan Police Department, and did ride-alongs The Defenders. I am proud to work for Rich- with both law enforcement agencies to deter-ard Harris and alongside Ryan Helmick in themine the best career fit. He got called by both criminal defense division. The attorneys andagencies to work, though ended up at the staff are positive and truly care for our clients.Henderson Police Department. Davids ser-Our team exemplifies client service and govice with both police departments taught him above and beyond to provide the best experi- more about how the criminal justice system ence, said David. worked and gave him insight into the differ-ences between the East and West Coasts. Originally from Queens, New York, DavidAfter David retired from the Henderson Police Kohlmeier learned the ins and outs of lawDepartment, he wanted to continue doing enforcement during his 17-year-long careerwhat he was passionate abouthelping with the police department. When his careerothers in our community.as a cop began in New York City, the police academy trained recruits on the importanceOver the last two years, David has played an of having an attorney. Whether you wereintegral role in the growth and success of The injured, involved in a shooting or somethingDefenders. Weve grown tremendously, and else happened to you, you were to turn toits awesome to be a part of peoples individu-your union-delegated attorney. In the City,al journeys, said David. My goal is do what-false allegations were very common. As aever I can to help current and prospective 22-year-old officer learning the ropes of lawclientsthat means going above and beyond enforcement in downtown New York, heto be there for them 24/7. David loves exper-became involved in the union and recognizedimenting with new marketing ideas and find-the importance of having an attorney on hising creative ways to help clients find housing, side through it all. I really liked knowing thatjobs and resources to help them get back on I had an attorney on my side when I neededtheir feet. David is just a phone call away and it. As a police officer, we protected others andwill meet any client 24/7. He practices what attorneys protected us, said David. he preaches. If complaints were made against you, as aDavid is committed to his family and our police officer in New York, you had to appearclients. When David is not busy helping in front of the Civilian Complaint Reviewclients, he enjoys vacationing in California Board by yourself or with your union-delegat- and stay-cationing with his wife and 3 kids (2, ed attorney. To David, it was a great feeling4 and 6). There is nothing like exploring your 26 knowing that someone had his back and thatown city and playing tourist by visiting local eateries and attractions!'