District Attorney Promotes Victim Advocate to Supervisor

District Attorney Tim Ward is pleased to announce the promotion of long-time victim advocate Denise Pearson-Jordan to supervisor.

With more than 20 years of experience in the criminal justice field, Pearson-Jordan began her career as an evidence technician with the Porterville Police Department before joining the Office of the District Attorney as a victim advocate in 2008. As an advocate, she has extensive experience in domestic violence, child abuse, and homicide cases, and is currently a member of the victim services division’s crisis response team.

A graduate of the University of Phoenix with a BS in criminal justice administration, Pearson-Jordan holds certifications from the Federal Bureau of Investigations, is a credentialed victim advocate with the National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) and holds advanced level advocacy certifications from the California Crime Victim Assistance Association (CCVAA). In addition, she is a statewide instructor for CCVAA, the California District Attorneys Association, and the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. She is a former board member for the Central California Family Crisis Center in Porterville and was recognized by NOVA as an honorary awardee for the Margery Fry award in 2019.

“We are thrilled to have Denise take on this new role as Supervisor. She has been diligent in her work with this office and our community for the past 15 years providing exemplary service to those victimized by crime. Her extensive knowledge and training will serve her position well as she leads our victim advocate staff,” said Victim Services Director Jennifer Lightfoot.

Media inquiries can be directed to the Office of the District Attorney, County of Tulare Public Information Officer Stuart Anderson (559) 636-5494