Bobby Rimas, M.L.S., M.A.Ed.

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Associate Professor @ California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA, US
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About Bobby Rimas, M.L.S., M.A.Ed.

Bobby T. Rimas is an Associate Professor at California State University, Los Angeles and an Adjunct Faculty Member at the University of La Verne. He is also a Paralegal for a Downtown Los Angeles law firm that specializes in complex litigation matters. He is the author of the Professional & Ethical Liability chapter of the National Association of Legal Assistants' (NALA) Certified Paralegal Exam Fundamentals textbook and several social justice articles. In 2023, the Palm Springs City Council appointed Mr. Rimas as a Commissioner of the Palm Springs Human Rights Commission where he was elected in 2024 by the Commission to serve as its Equity & Social Justice Liaison.Mr. Rimas served as the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Pilipino Alumni Association's President/Chair, Scholarship Director and Public Relations Director. In 2018, he was elected Board Member of the UCLA Lambda Alumni Association and serves as its Diversity Advisory Committee Representative. In 2020 and 2021, he served on NALA's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Committee. In 2023, he was appointed Chair of Stonewall Democratic Club's DE&I Committee where he formerly served as Vice Chair for 2 years. In May 2024, he was elected Vice President of DE&I for the Stonewall Democratic Club.Mr. Rimas was elected to and served 6 terms as President of the Los Angeles Paralegal Association (LAPA), one of the largest paralegal associations in the United States. He also served in other LAPA positions such as Executive Vice President and NALA Liaison. He was awarded the 2013 NALA Affiliate Award "For outstanding contributions to the advancement of the paralegal profession." During his tenure as LAPA President, LAPA was awarded NALA’s Making a Difference Award for its pro bono, community service, scholarship, and educational programs. In 2017, he received LAPA's Outstanding Leadership Award.Mr. Rimas earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History from UCLA, a Paralegal Certificate in Litigation/Corporations from UCLA Extension, a Master of Legal Studies degree, cum laude, with a Compliance and Legal Risk Management Concentration from the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law, and a Master of Arts in Education with a Diversity, Equity and Social Justice in Education Concentration from The University of Texas at El Paso.Speaking Engagements:• Presenter of the “Employment Law Updates” and “Ethics & Compliance in Corporate America” seminars at NALA's 2024 Annual Conference & Expo, Louisville, Kentucky – July 2024• Speaking engagements continued under "Projects" below.

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Los Angeles, CA, US
Bobby Rimas, M.L.S., M.A.Ed. Work Experience Details
  • California State University, Los Angeles
    Associate Professor
    California State University, Los Angeles
    Los Angeles, Ca, Us
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  • California State University, Los Angeles
    Associate Professor
    California State University, Los Angeles Jun 2014 - Present
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    Subjects taught include Intellectual Property Law, Immigration Law, Entertainment Law, Legal Technology, Administrative Law and American Legal Systems. Experience includes teaching in-person and virtual classes with equitable teaching practices and low-bandwidth online teaching.
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  • City Of Palm Springs
    Commissioner For The Palm Springs Human Rights Commission
    City Of Palm Springs Oct 2023 - Present
    Palm Springs, California, United States
    The Palm Springs Human Rights Commission was established on October 21, 1992, with a mandate to promote and protect the diversity of our community and to enforce human and civil rights, provide public education, and issue policy recommendations on civil and human rights. To further the mandate, the commission advises and makes written recommendations to the mayor, city council, and city manager concerning the implementation of programs and practices deemed by the commission to be necessary. In addition to serving as a Commissioner of the Palm Springs Human Rights Commission, Mr. Rimas serves as its Equity & Social Justice Liaison.
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  • Stonewall Democratic Club
    Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    Stonewall Democratic Club May 2024 - Present
    Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
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  • Stonewall Democratic Club
    Chair, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
    Stonewall Democratic Club Aug 2023 - May 2024
    Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
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  • Stonewall Democratic Club
    Vice Chair, Special Committee On Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    Stonewall Democratic Club Aug 2021 - Aug 2023
    Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
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  • West Los Angeles College
    Adjunct Instructor / Adjunct Assistant Professor
    West Los Angeles College Apr 2011 - Present
    Culver City, California
    Courses taught include:• Introduction to Law & the Legal Profession: Covered basic legal principles, the United States Constitution, ethics, legal analysis, social forces and the law, a comparison of the role of the Paralegal and the Lawyer, and an introduction to legal terminology, intellectual honesty, and an introduction to legal research;• Legal Research: Students gained a working knowledge of legal research methods, both in traditional print and electronic formats, legal analysis relating to primary and secondary law, and counteranalysis;• Introduction to Civil Litigation: Covered court jurisdictions, document production, a detailed examination of civil and criminal litigation, discovery, evidence, trial preparation, and an introduction to legal drafting;• Immigration Law: Course provided students with up-to-date content and substantive Immigration Law including the visa system process, permanent residence, and naturalization;• Workers' Compensation Law: Covered the essentials of Workers' Compensation Law in California in the application to common problems pertaining to litigation and the filing of Workers' Compensation claims;• Legal Writing: The assignments in this class are designed for students to learn about advanced legal drafting and writing; and• Entertainment Law: This course provides an overview of the legal aspects of the entertainment industry. Students are exposed to legal aspects of contractual agreements, copyright requirements, privacy, regulations of the Federal Communications Commission, libel and slander, freedom of speech and press, publishing rights, trademarks, unions and related matters.
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  • West Los Angeles College
    Adjunct Faculty Member
    West Los Angeles College Jul 2008 - Apr 2011
    Culver City, California
    • Adjunct Faculty Member, July 2008 – April 2011• Awarded Academic Rank of Adjunct Asst. Professor from West L.A. College in April 2011• Adjunct Assistant Professor, April 2011 – December 2018Classes taught include:• Introduction to Law & the Legal Profession: Covered basic legal principles, the United States Constitution, ethics, legal analysis, social forces and the law, a comparison of the role of the Paralegal and the Lawyer, and an introduction to legal terminology, intellectual honesty, and an introduction to legal research; and• Legal Research: Students gained a working knowledge of legal research methods, both in traditional print and electronic formats, legal analysis relating to primary and secondary law, and counteranalysis.
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  • Ucla Alumni Association
    Ucla Lambda Alumni Association Board Member
    Ucla Alumni Association Aug 2018 - Present
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    As a member of the UCLA Lambda Alumni Association Board of Directors, assist with the day-to-day affairs of the association which includes providing networking opportunities for alumni and students, raising scholarship funds, and putting on various events. Spearheaded the April 2019 UCLA Lambda LGBTQ+ Alumni Association (Lambda) Gala Brunch that recognized Lambda’s accomplishments, raised scholarship funds, and recognized alumni who have gone on to become prominent community leaders. In May 2021, appointed to the UCLA Alumni Diversity Advisory Committee (DAC) as a UCLA Alumni Lambda Representative.
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  • Ucla Alumni Association
    Ucla Pilipino Alumni Public Relations Director
    Ucla Alumni Association Jul 2016 - Jul 2018
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    Publicized UCLA Pilipino Alumni Association programs, events, activities, and promoted the organization to the UCLA campus, community, and the media. Managed the Public Relations Committee that supported marketing and communication efforts for the association, its programming, and its successes. This committee oversaw social media platforms, development and follow-through with communication plans, and increased interactions. The Public Relations Director oversaw the coordination of newsletters throughout the year to respective communities. In the role of Benefit Committee Chair, managed the Benefit Committee that oversaw the planning and marketing of the 2018 UCLA Pilipino Alumni Scholarship Champagne Brunch Benefit that recognized community leaders, scholarship recipients, and raised thousands of dollars in pledges for the UCLA Pilipino Alumni Endowment that supports the UCLA Pilipino Alumni / Lovell Sevilla Scholarship Program.
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  • Ucla Alumni Association
    Ucla Pilipino Alumni Scholarship Director
    Ucla Alumni Association Aug 2012 - Jul 2016
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    Managed, promoted, and formulated strategies for expanding the UCLA Pilipino Alumni Scholarship Program. Raised and collected scholarship donations, publicized and coordinated the application process, and oversaw the UCLA Pilipino Alumni Scholarship Committee who is responsible for developing the selection criteria and selecting award recipients.
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  • Ucla Alumni Association
    Ucla Pilipino Alumni Association President/Chair
    Ucla Alumni Association Aug 2010 - Aug 2012
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    As an Executive Officer of the Board of Directors and the organization, managed the day-to-day affairs and expanded UCLA Pilipino Alumni’s philanthropic reach. Responsible for growth, success, and stability of the organization. Ensured and oversaw Board leadership development and monitored the progress of the UCLA Pilipino Alumni Endowment Fund. In addition to the annual tailgates, networking mixers, educational seminars, and beach parties, oversaw one of the organization's largest annual scholarship benefits at UCLA and the distribution of 18 scholarships including the association's first-ever LGBT Pride Scholarship. Also involved with the first-ever Filipino American Film Festival at UCLA (co-founded by UCLA Pilipino Alumni and Samahang Pilipino at UCLA) and obtained U.S. Congressional Special Recognition that was bestowed upon the UCLA Pilipino Alumni Board of Directors for 2 consecutive years.
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  • University Of La Verne
    Adjunct Faculty Member
    University Of La Verne Jan 2022 - Present
    La Verne, California, United States
    Currently teaching the American Legal Studies course within the Department of Legal Studies.
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  • University Of La Verne
    Advisory Committee Member, Legal Studies Department
    University Of La Verne Jan 2010 - Present
    La Verne, California
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  • Nala - The Paralegal Association
    Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Committee Member
    Nala - The Paralegal Association Mar 2020 - Jul 2021
    United States
    Worked closely with NALA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Committee and NALA Headquarters on various DE&I initiatives and projects such as the DE&I position statement, bylaws, and articles for nationwide publication. Appointed to the NALA DE&I Committee in March 2020 and reappointed in September 2020. Served on the NALA Diversity and Inclusion Task Force from November 2019 to March 2020.
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  • Los Angeles Paralegal Association
    Executive Vice President
    Los Angeles Paralegal Association Jan 2018 - Apr 2019
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    Assisted in all areas of administrating the business affairs of the association and directed all organizational and administrative matters in the priority directed by the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors. Spearheaded the 2018 and 2019 LAPA Technology Expositions that showcased various legal service providers within the legal technology industry and provided networking opportunities for over 100 attendees.
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  • Los Angeles Paralegal Association
    President
    Los Angeles Paralegal Association Jan 2015 - Dec 2017
    Los Angeles
    • LAPA President, 2015 to 2017• Received LAPA's "Outstanding Leadership Award" – December 2017As an Executive Officer and general manager of LAPA, supervised, directed, and controlled the association’s activities, affairs, administrative staff, and Officers. Presided at Voting Members’ meetings and at all Board of Directors meetings. Recommended to the Board of Directors which standing and ad-hoc committees and continuing education sections should be established or activated for the ensuing year. Created and maintained relationships and partnerships with corporate and community organizations that further benefited those that the association served. Represented LAPA to the media and the community and guided the Board, the Officers, and the administration in the fulfillment of the association’s stated goals and mission. Previously served as LAPA President from January 2011 through December 2013. Also served as LAPA Board Advisor for all of 2014.
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  • Los Angeles Paralegal Association
    Board Advisor
    Los Angeles Paralegal Association Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
    Greater Los Angeles Area
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  • Los Angeles Paralegal Association
    President
    Los Angeles Paralegal Association Jan 2011 - Dec 2013
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    • LAPA President, 2011 to 2013• Received NALA Affiliate Award – July 2013As an Executive Officer and general manager of LAPA, supervised, directed, and controlled the association’s activities, affairs, administrative staff, and Officers. Presided at Voting Members’ meetings and at all Board of Directors meetings. Recommended to the Board of Directors which standing and ad-hoc committees and continuing education sections should be established or activated for the ensuing year. Created and maintained relationships and partnerships with corporate and community organizations that further benefited those that the association served. Represented LAPA to the media and the community and guided the Board, the Officers, and the administration in the fulfillment of the association’s stated goals and mission.
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  • Fremont College
    Adjunct Faculty Member
    Fremont College Jan 2015 - Oct 2017
    Los Angeles, California
    Subjects taught include Introduction to Law & Ethics, Legal Practice Technology, Property Law, Tort Law, Civil Procedure, Employment Law, Immigration Law, Family Law, Business Organizations, Criminal Law, Contract Law, and Legal Research & Writing within the College of Legal Studies.
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  • Fullerton College
    Adjunct Faculty Member
    Fullerton College Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
    Fullerton, California
    Taught summer Introduction to Legal Writing courses at Fullerton College's Paralegal Studies Department. These courses offered students the opportunity to generate and draft some of the major documents encountered in contemporary legal practice. Emphasis was placed on honing in on legal writing skills.• June 2017 to July 2017• June 2015 to August 2015
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