Leadership

Pima County Attorney

Laura Conover

Laura has a unique perspective on Southern Arizona’s criminal justice system. She was first elected as the Pima County Attorney in 2020 and re-elected to a second term last year. As the third woman to hold the Office, second defense attorney, and first victims’ rights attorney, she has assembled a diverse senior leadership team to continue revolutionizing operations.

Reform, transparency, and accountability are Laura’s core objectives. She continues to educate the legislature on cash bail, has put an end to capital punishment in the County, responsibly diverts cases of substance use disorder and mental illness to treatment, and keeps children out of the adult system. She is fortifying units in Conviction & Sentencing Integrity and Fraud & Consumer Protection to safeguard against unethical and exploitative behaviors. Her team built the only adult restorative justice program in the State and invented a victim text notification system to better serve victim’s rights. Her first in the nation agreements to specially deputize tribal O’odham and Yaqui prosecutors have improved access to justice.

Laura was raised in Tucson and earned her undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Arizona and is proud to serve the community she calls home.

Chief Civil Deputy

Samuel E. Brown

The Chief Civil Deputy advises the Board of Supervisors and other county leaders, in addition to managing diverse units that enforce land use and environmental regulations, help to protect election integrity, defend the County against lawsuits, handle major transactions, pursue the forfeiture of crime proceeds, and secure treatment for people who are dangerous to themselves or others. Sam is a father, husband, and community leader in Southern Arizona, serving on several community boards and organizations, including the Dunbar Coalition at the Dunbar Pavilion. Sam graduated from Tucson High School in 1996, Pima Community College in 2000, the University of Arizona in 2004, and the Washington College of Law at American University in 2007. He is a member of the Arizona and California Bars, the Arizona Black Bar Association, and Junior Achievement of Arizona.

Chief Criminal Deputy

Josh Moser

The Chief Criminal Deputy County Attorney supports all prosecution efforts to hold people accountable for their behavior along with diversion opportunities and promoting restorative justice. This is Josh’s second stint with the Pima County Attorney’s Office. Josh originally became a deputy Pima County attorney in 2008 and became the Narcotics Unit Supervisor in 2011. Josh then went to the Arizona Attorney General’s Office in 2013, becoming a Senior Litigation Counsel, focusing mostly on prosecution of organized crime and criminal street gangs throughout Arizona. Josh came back to PCAO in 2021 as the Community Protection Bureau Chief until he was hired into the Chief Criminal Deputy role. Josh is originally from Baltimore, MD and is an avid Oriole and Raven fan. He enjoys reading science fiction and spending time with his family.

Chief Of Detectives

Fabian Pacheco

The Chief of Detectives is responsible for oversight and supervision of all law enforcement activities at the Pima County Attorney’s Office. Fabian took over as Chief of Detectives after four years at PCAO working on investigations with the Drug Enforcement Administration. Prior to joining The People’s Office, Fabian had a long and varied career with the Tucson Police Department, where he was a homicide detective, Operations Division captain and Public Information Officer. Born and raised in Nogales, Fabian served in the U.S. Navy before continuing as a Navy Reservist, where he rose to the rank of Chief Master Petty Officer.

Victim Services Director

Virginia Rodriguez

The Victim Services Director ensures that trained staff and volunteer advocates provide emotional support, information about the criminal justice system, and referrals for additional services to victims at the scene and throughout the life of the case. Virginia establishes collaborative relationships with the other providers in the community to facilitate effective care coordination for crime victims. She is a bilingual native to the Old Pueblo and has formerly served the state Attorney General’s Office, the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project, and this Office as a Victim Advocate.

Communications Director

Shawndrea Thomas

The Communications Director manages the Office’s public platforms, including the People’s website, social media, and media relations. Shawndrea is a former news anchor and reporter who has worked as a journalist in cities all across the country. She brings more than 15 years of media experience to the Office, and spent time working at television stations in Texas, Ohio, Florida, Missouri and was most recently an evening anchor and investigative reporter at KGUN 9 News here in Tucson. She holds two bachelor’s degrees from Arizona State University in Broadcast Journalism and Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in African American Studies and Intercultural Communications.

Community Engagement Coordinator

Maria Arey

Maria is a Tucson native and an alumna from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and a minor in Communication. Prior to joining the PCAO, Maria worked in communications for the University of Arizona — managing internal and external communication, which included websites plan designs, social media management, and public and media relations administration for the college of education and college of nursing. Prior to her time at the University, she worked in news and television earning over a half a decade of journalism and media experience, including reporting, writing, editing, and producing.

Maria has a strong passion for storytelling, communications, and community involvement. With having lived in Tucson her entire life, she enjoys all there is to offer — including the mountainous landscape, the variety of food, the atmosphere, and above all the Tucson community.

Appellate Supervisor

Bill Brammer

Bill Brammer is PCAO’s appellate supervisor, primarily handling criminal appeals, special actions, assisting with post-conviction matters, generally assisting trial deputies, and lending his vast expertise to our Civil Division, as necessary. He also works to help mentor attorneys and law clerks in their legal development. Bill came to Pima County to attend the University of Arizona in 1960 and liked our humble desert valley enough to become a double Wildcat and stayed in the Old Pueblo to raise a family and practice law. He became a lawyer in 1967, beginning his career as the Hon. John Molloy’s law clerk, briefly served as an Assistant Prosecutor at the City of Tucson, and then spent nearly 30 years at DeConcini, McDonald, Brammer, Yetwin & Lacy, many as its managing shareholder. He handled trials and appeals of both civil and criminal matters, complex real estate and commercial transactions, and a broad spectrum of education law matters.

Bill was appointed in 1997 to serve as a Judge in Division Two of the Court of Appeals, spending more than 15 years on the bench reviewing all manner of appeals and special actions, and authoring hundreds of decisions. Most recently, Bill was a partner for 11 years at Rusing, Lopez, & Lizardi, handling appeals, government matters, business, and real estate transactions, while serving as a private mediator and arbitrator. He has for several years been recognized by Best Lawyers and has been named Lawyer of the Year in both Appellate Practice in 2022 and 2024, and Mediation in 2023.

Director of Specialty Courts

Nahrin Jabro

Nahrin is responsible for programmatic coordination of all the problem-solving court projects led by the County Attorney, including the Consolidated Misdemeanor Problem Solving (CMPS) Court and felony Drug Treatment Alternative to Prison (DTAP) Program. She also facilitates the Pima County Problem Solving Court Collaborative.
Nahrin is a social worker with experience working in clinical behavioral health and substance use dependency, housing, and in the criminal justice system. She has provided direct service to mental health service recipients, as well as advocacy on a macro level by working with behavioral health and social services agencies, law enforcement, and neighborhoods in addressing quality of life issues. She understands the challenges that exist in community mental health, as well as the complex issues that contribute to an individual’s involvement in the criminal justice system, and she strives to impact positive change by promoting collaboration among stakeholders and community partners, building dialog, and working towards sustainable solutions.

Restorative Justice Coordinator

Emmanuelle Fahey

Prior to joining PCAO, Emmanuelle worked on violence prevention projects for the city of Montréal with the International Center for Prevention of Crime. She also served the International Rescue Committee’s Tucson office where she managed an employment program involving partnerships with local businesses. Emmanuelle holds a Master’s in Public Policy and Public Administration from Concordia University (Montréal) and a B.A. in International Studies from the University of Arizona. She is particularly interested in the development of public policies and programs that address structural inequities and has a deep appreciation for the Tucson community and its surroundings.

Special Staff Assistant

Anthony Garcia

Anthony Garcia is the Special Staff Assistant to the County Attorney and incoming Chief Deputy. With over a decade of experience supporting senior leadership, Anthony brings a dynamic blend of expertise, efficiency, and energy to his role as the Executive Administrative Assistant to the Pima County Attorney. Known for his exceptional organizational skills and strategic mindset, he plays a critical role in ensuring smooth operations, effective communication, and seamless execution of high-priority projects.

Prior to joining the Pima County Attorney’s office, Anthony worked with the University of Arizona Cancer Center, where he supported various administrative functions, including finance, communications, events, and development. His career, which began in healthcare administration, is rooted in a deep understanding of operations and a commitment to driving collaboration and excellence in fast-paced environments.

Outside of work, Anthony is an avid traveler who enjoys exploring new places, spending time with family, and embracing all the opportunities life has to offer. He believes in the power of continuous learning, personal growth, and balancing a fulfilling career with a rich personal life.

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