Family Law Attorney in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Francis H. McVay is the founder of Deep Waters Law and a former prosecutor and appellate attorney in Wyoming. He previously served as Deputy County and Prosecuting Attorney for Park County before becoming Senior Assistant Appellate Counsel with the Wyoming State Public Defender, the senior appellate position in the state's public defense system. His experience includes complex criminal appeals, legal briefing, and advocacy before the Wyoming Supreme Court.
Francis McVay personally briefed and argued Walker v. State, 2022 WY 158, before the Wyoming Supreme Court, securing the reversal of two felony convictions. The case addressed an error in written jury instructions and established a rule governing jury instructions when defendants face multiple identical charges. The decision has subsequently been cited in six Wyoming court decisions, reflecting its continuing legal significance. His background in prosecution and appellate defense provides experience in analyzing criminal cases, identifying trial errors, and presenting complex legal arguments on appeal.
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