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United States

Bradenton, Florida, United States

Responsible for originating new mortgage loan business for the bank by working with Realtors, Builders, past clients, and other referral partners, with great understanding of FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional, and Portfolio Products underwriting guidelines for all loan investors.

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

HUD Certified Housing CounselorDeveloped and implemented an enhanced Housing Counseling and Financial Literacy program for the organization, incorporating nationally adopted operating and performance guidelines, and federal requirements set by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Managed day-to-day operations of the housing counseling program, including one-on-one sessions and workshops about the pre-purchase home buying, rental assistance, fair housing, and post-purchase non-delinquency process. Identified and develop program-specific outcomes to ensure program effectiveness and impact, and reported those outcomes to funders and key stakeholders. Ensured that the organization’s HUD Housing Counseling Workplan, internal documents and disclosures, and processes were updated and facilitated in accordance with HUD and the National Industry Standards for Homeownership Education and Counseling. Utilized the client management system (CMS) timely and effectively to track, maintain, and report program data. Developed and maintained working relationships with program funders, partners, employers, institutions, and other organizations to meet participant/community needs and ensure program success.

Birmingham, Alabama

Provided comprehensive guidance, support, information, and crisis counseling to victims of crime. Assisted victims in prosecuting perpetrators in criminal court, filing and following up on Protection from Abuse orders. Provided court accompaniment for emotional support. Conducted thorough assessments for all callers, with particular focus on ascertaining the safety of victims and their children. Offered crisis intervention, safety planning, support group, and emergency assistance. Participated in agency-sponsored and external training on victimization issues. Attended community events, meetings, and provided presentations to improve collaboration with law enforcement agencies and other service providers.

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Applied the law by overseeing the legal process. Presided over civil and commercial trials, arraignments, and hearings. Read and evaluated motions, claims, and records. Listened to and read written arguments by opposing parties. Determined if the evidence presented supported the claims or dispute. Decided if the procedure was conducted according to the rules and due process of law. Performed highly complex legal work. Researched legal issues. Performed all other judicial duties and responsibilities as conferred by law. Heard appeal of the Justice of the Peace of certain cases, as authorized by the Dominican Statutes. Wrote decisions regarding cases, claims, and disputes. • Specially appointed by law as the first Bankruptcy Court of the Dominican Republic, in addition to regular duties.• Eliminated the Court’s backlog by deciding the 66 cases pending in a period of one month, and remained as the only Court of the National District without a backlog for the 4 years of tenure. • Achieved the resolution of a total of 4,349 cases filed in the court, writing judgments based on relevant laws and regulations for each one of them.• Managed and supervised court personnel integrated by 22 employees

Dominican Republic

Applied the law by overseeing the legal process. Presided over trials, arraignments, and hearings. Read and evaluated motions, claims, and records. Listened to and read written arguments by opposing parties. Determined if the evidence presented supported the claim or dispute. Decided if the procedure was conducted according to the rules and due process of law. Performed highly complex legal work. Researched legal issues. Performed all other judicial duties and responsibilities as conferred by law. Wrote decisions regarding cases, claims, and disputes. Performed all other judicial duties and responsibilities as conferred by law. • Specially appointed as the Judge substitute for the Civil and Commercial Chamber of First Instance for the National District.• Achieved the resolution of a total of 2,115 cases filed in the court, writing judgments based on relevant laws and regulations for each one of them.• Managed and supervised court personnel integrated by 9 employees.

Dominican Republic

Handled advanced case management of civil matters for circuit judge. Reviewed a heavy volume of court records for compliance with Dominican Republic judicial directives, Civil Rules of Procedure, and local procedures. Exercised discretion in handling court matters and emphasis is placed on diplomacy, tact, and poise. Maintained routine reports, prepared paperwork for the assigned judge, and required attendance at court hearings. Assisted with various administrative functions in support of civil circuit judge. Skilled operation of word processing and familiarity with automated office equipment. Worked closely with judges, judicial assistants, and other court personnel.

Dominican Republic

Assisted with the Civil Claims, Appeals, and Foreclosure services. Assisted public and other court personnel over the phone with questions related to court records, access to online forms, and information on the filing of documents or directs calls to the appropriate department or agency. Assisted the public with information on docket schedule and courtroom locations. Prepared dockets for court assuring all motions and other necessary information are properly filed. Prepared for and attended court in person, taking minutes, marking and controlling evidence, reading verdicts, and performing other courtroom duties. Assisted the public with research requests and access to court related case file searches. Received cash payments of court filing fees and prepared related reports. Additional duties included assisting with the scanning of documents by: organizing, preparing, and sorting documents; verifying documents for accuracy and clarity as it relates to the original. Accepted pleadings received by in person, processing and filing documents as required by established and timeliness procedures. Received pleadings and court orders, assuring that copies were distributed to the appropriate parties. Assisted with disposing of case files from court. Prepared and processed documents including summonses and subpoenas and other court related documents. Adhered the Court polices and office procedures. Other job duties as assigned.

Dominican Republic

Performed a variety of administrative duties in assisting the Head Judge with case preparation. Duties involve the performance of administrative and clerical tasks related to civil court proceedings; setting up and maintaining the court´s docket; screening calls and mail; transcribing; scanning; providing information to the general public; data input; and preparing appropriate legal documents and correspondence.

Master Of Laws - Llm, Law, Ll. M. For Foreign-Trained Lawyers

Courses taken: Intro to US Law, Legal Writing & Research, Contracts Law, Evidence, Immigration Law, Property Law, Corporations, MRPE

Master Of Laws In Civil Procedure

Bachelor Of Law / Licenciada En Derecho