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| Education |
- Washburn University School of Law
Activities
- Washburn Law Republicans
- Veterans Legal Association of Washburn
Awarded two Excellence for the Future Awards for #1 class ranking in:
- Patents and Intellectual Property
- Local Government Law
- Washburn University Master’s Program
- Washburn University
- Major- Business Administration and Marketing
- Activities
- Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity
- Sigma Phi Epsilon Social Fraternity
| Professional Experience |
Rhodd Law Office
- Business Law and Formation
- Sports and Entertainment Law
- Criminal Defense
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Estate Planning
- Landlord Representation
Tolero Marketing Group
Praecello Professional Training Institute
Police Officer, Topeka Police Department- 1997-2007
Use of Force Review Board Member (2000- 2007)
- Review police use of force encounters including all officer involved shootings and lethal force situations
- Forward findings and recommendations to the Chief of Police
- Review and make recommendations for Use of Force Policy and Procedure
Instructor/Lead Instructor- Use of Force/ Defensive Tactics (1998- 2007)
- Supervise a team of 8-10 Defensive Tactics Instructors
- Develop, supervise, and instruct Defensive Tactics Training for the Police Academy, the Topeka Police Department and other
Law Enforcement Agencies..
- Teach certified courses for:
* Taser,
* Ground fighting,
* PR-24 and Straight Baton,
* Physical Conflict Resolution,
* Control and Defensive Tactics,
* Handcuffing,
* Weapon Retention and Disarming,
* Active Counter Measures, and
* Legal and Medical Implications of Use of Force.
Community Police Officer (1999- 2007)
Special Operations- Bicycle Unit/Walking Beat (1997-1999)
- Attorney at Law- Practicing in the area of:
- Business Law and Formation
- Sports and Entertainment Law
- Criminal Defense
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Estate Planning
- Landlord Representation
Tolero Marketing Group
- President and owner
- Provided branding, marketing and legal solutions for established and upstart businesses
- Provided graphic art and web design services
Praecello Professional Training Institute
- President and owner
- Offered training, certification courses and seminars for law enforcement and corporate professionals.
- Partnered with professionals and experts in various fields to provide training by experts that distinguished themselves
Police Officer, Topeka Police Department- 1997-2007
Use of Force Review Board Member (2000- 2007)
- Review police use of force encounters including all officer involved shootings and lethal force situations
- Forward findings and recommendations to the Chief of Police
- Review and make recommendations for Use of Force Policy and Procedure
Instructor/Lead Instructor- Use of Force/ Defensive Tactics (1998- 2007)
- Supervise a team of 8-10 Defensive Tactics Instructors
- Develop, supervise, and instruct Defensive Tactics Training for the Police Academy, the Topeka Police Department and other
Law Enforcement Agencies..
- Teach certified courses for:
* Taser,
* Ground fighting,
* PR-24 and Straight Baton,
* Physical Conflict Resolution,
* Control and Defensive Tactics,
* Handcuffing,
* Weapon Retention and Disarming,
* Active Counter Measures, and
* Legal and Medical Implications of Use of Force.
Community Police Officer (1999- 2007)
Special Operations- Bicycle Unit/Walking Beat (1997-1999)
| Professional Awards and Achievements |
- Graduation from Washburn University School of Law with Honors
- #1 class ranking in Patents and Intellectual Property- Excellence for the Future Award
- #1 class ranking in Local Government Law- Excellence for the Future Award
- Awarded a full ride scholarship to Washburn University School of Law
- National Deans Scholar
- Topeka Police Distinguished Service Award (the Topeka Police Department’s second highest honor)
- Topeka Police Commendation Bar for Exemplary Initiative
- Nominated for National Community Policing award
- Shawnee County Regional Prevention and Recovery Services’ Partner of the Year
- Team Commendation Award from IPC International for work as police officer
- President of the 1997 Topeka Police Academy- #1 academically
| Professional Training and Certificates |
- Defensive Tactics Instructor Certifications for Law Enforcement:
- Physical Conflict Resolution,
- National Law Enforcement Training Center,
- Monadnock Police Training Counsel,
- Missouri Western State College,
- Shawnee County Sheriff’s Department
- DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
- Computer Crimes Investigation
- Verbal Judo- the Art of Verbal Persuasion
- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Instructor Certification for law enforcement personnel, corporate
businesses and private citizens- University of Louisville - Crime Free Multi-Housing Instructor for law enforcement personnel and real estate management professionals
- Community Policing Implementation and Instructor Certification for law enforcement personnel and private citizens
- International Police Mountain Bike Association
- Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center
| Professional Memberships- Past and Present |
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- American Bar Association
- Kansas Bar Association
- Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
- Topeka Bar Association
- National Law Enforcement Training Center
- Topeka Jiu Jitsu Competition Team
- United States Hap Ki Do Union
- International Business Fraternity of Delta Sigma Pi
- Sigma Phi Epsilon Social Fraternity
Bradley is a member of the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma. He was born in Arkansas City, Kansas and spent a large portion of
his childhood growing up in Winfield, Kansas. After many years in a small Kansas town, Bradley's father obtained an active duty position
assignment in the military and the entire family moved to Europe for several years. Although a culture shock, the experience fueled Bradley's love
of travel and adventure.
After several years abroad, the family moved to Topeka, Kansas. Bradley graduated from high school in Topeka and began attending Washburn
University. Although working two full-time jobs, he continued his education and began working towards a Bachelor Degree in Business. When he
turned twenty-one years old, Bradley applied for a position with both the Topeka Police Department and the Shawnee County Sheriff's
Department. Since the area was hit hard by the recession, hundreds of applicants were attempting to obtain employment at both agencies. After
extensive testing and interviews, Bradley was fortunate enough to receive job offers from both agencies. He accepted employment with the City of
Topeka and entered the Police Academy in January 1997.
Bradley excelled in the police academy. He was the class President and graduated #1 academically while achieving maximum scores on every
physical fitness test. Within six months of graduation, Bradley was fortunate enough to be assigned to a special operations unit focusing on the
highest crime areas of the city. During that time, crime within the Capital City was extremely high and the unit took down many violent criminals,
including several homicide suspects and a serial rapist that preyed upon elderly women. Within approximately one year of graduating the police
academy, Bradley became the youngest Use of Force/Defensive Tactics Instructor on the department. He eventually became the lead instructor in
charge of the entire team. He was also a member of the Use of Force Review Board for many years.
Although Bradley became a police officer, he continued his studies at Washburn University and did very well academically. His academic success
granted him the opportunity to receive a full-ride scholarship to the Washburn University School of Law. Bradley continued too work as a full-time
police officer while excelling in law school. As both a police officer and law student, he received numerous awards in both fields simultaneously.
He graduated law school with Honors. After passing the Kansas Bar Exam, Bradley spent first year as an attorney performing pro bono legal work.
Although Bradley enjoyed his time with the police department, he realized that absolute power corrupts absolutely. Without knowledgeable defense
attorneys that are willing to fight for the rights of their clients, there would be very little, if any, oversight for law enforcement and prosecutors.
As a defense attorney, Bradley believes his job is to ensure that law enforcement officers and prosecutors adhere to the highest standards. He
firmly believes it is his job to advise his clients, to fight for his clients, and to protect his clients. His extensive experience allows him to effectively
fulfill those requirements.
Over the years Bradley has built a successful law practice in Topeka. In 2011, he opened a second law office in Lenexa. For more information,
please review the information listed below.
his childhood growing up in Winfield, Kansas. After many years in a small Kansas town, Bradley's father obtained an active duty position
assignment in the military and the entire family moved to Europe for several years. Although a culture shock, the experience fueled Bradley's love
of travel and adventure.
After several years abroad, the family moved to Topeka, Kansas. Bradley graduated from high school in Topeka and began attending Washburn
University. Although working two full-time jobs, he continued his education and began working towards a Bachelor Degree in Business. When he
turned twenty-one years old, Bradley applied for a position with both the Topeka Police Department and the Shawnee County Sheriff's
Department. Since the area was hit hard by the recession, hundreds of applicants were attempting to obtain employment at both agencies. After
extensive testing and interviews, Bradley was fortunate enough to receive job offers from both agencies. He accepted employment with the City of
Topeka and entered the Police Academy in January 1997.
Bradley excelled in the police academy. He was the class President and graduated #1 academically while achieving maximum scores on every
physical fitness test. Within six months of graduation, Bradley was fortunate enough to be assigned to a special operations unit focusing on the
highest crime areas of the city. During that time, crime within the Capital City was extremely high and the unit took down many violent criminals,
including several homicide suspects and a serial rapist that preyed upon elderly women. Within approximately one year of graduating the police
academy, Bradley became the youngest Use of Force/Defensive Tactics Instructor on the department. He eventually became the lead instructor in
charge of the entire team. He was also a member of the Use of Force Review Board for many years.
Although Bradley became a police officer, he continued his studies at Washburn University and did very well academically. His academic success
granted him the opportunity to receive a full-ride scholarship to the Washburn University School of Law. Bradley continued too work as a full-time
police officer while excelling in law school. As both a police officer and law student, he received numerous awards in both fields simultaneously.
He graduated law school with Honors. After passing the Kansas Bar Exam, Bradley spent first year as an attorney performing pro bono legal work.
Although Bradley enjoyed his time with the police department, he realized that absolute power corrupts absolutely. Without knowledgeable defense
attorneys that are willing to fight for the rights of their clients, there would be very little, if any, oversight for law enforcement and prosecutors.
As a defense attorney, Bradley believes his job is to ensure that law enforcement officers and prosecutors adhere to the highest standards. He
firmly believes it is his job to advise his clients, to fight for his clients, and to protect his clients. His extensive experience allows him to effectively
fulfill those requirements.
Over the years Bradley has built a successful law practice in Topeka. In 2011, he opened a second law office in Lenexa. For more information,
please review the information listed below.
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