Project Manager Organizational Development
Resume:
REBECCA LOPEZ
Jacksonville, FL *****
904-***-**** *****.*******.******@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-lopez-5b838373 PARALEGAL & PROJECT MANAGER PROFESSIONAL
U.S.Navy Veteran with 20+years of experience overseeing multiple aspects of health care management,campaign management,paralegal,public office,and organizational development.Proven talent for aligning business strategy and objectives withestablishedcollectionsandoperationsmanagementparadigmstoachievemaximumoperationalimpactswith minimum resource expenditures.Growth-focused thought leader with expertise spanning social work,legalmatters,debt collections,salesoperations,legalresearch,officemanagement,teamleadership,customerrelationshipmanagement,dataand marketanalysis,databasemanagement,technologysolutions,andcustomerservice.Exceptionallydedicatedprofessionalwith keen interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Active Top-Secret Clearance.
● Paralegal Professional
● Bilingual: Spanish
● People Management
● Public Speaking
● Legal Analysis
● Performance Management
● Organizational Development
● Market Analysis
● Communication
OVERVIEW OF KEY STRENGTHS
● BusinessAcumen Possesstheabilitytounderstandbusinessgoalsandrecommendnewapproaches,policies,and procedures to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and development of the company.
● OrganizationDevelopment Passionforcreatingavisionandgoalsforparalegalteamsthatinspireandmotivate teams to achieve excellence in terms of customer support and core legal processes.
● Strengths Thrivesinbothindependentandcollaborativeworkenvironments.Skilledatdevelopingandcultivating key relationships and establishing effective collaborations.
● MotivatedLearner Demonstratedabilitytoassimilatenewideas,concepts,methods,andtechnologies.Dedicated and innovative team builder with a superior work ethic.
● Highly Skilled Proven trackrecordforcollaboratingwithmulti-dimensionalteamsinhigh-pressure,high-tempo environments producing on schedule and within required deliverables. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
U.S. Navy Various Locations 2002 – Present
Staff Judge Advocate (2021 – Present)
Actedasakeyliaisonbetweencommandleadershipandlegalpersonnel,fosteredcollaborationandcommunicationtoaddress legalissuespromptlyandefficiently.Spearheadedtheoversightof18subordinateStaffJudgeAdvocateofficeswithinNavy Region Southeast, ensured adherence to legal protocols and standards across all operations.
● ProvidedexpertguidanceandassistancetotheChiefofStaffonawidearrayofmilitaryjusticematters,includinglegal advice on administrative separations, court-martial procedures, officer misconduct, and ethical considerations.
● Managedcomprehensiverecordmanagementsystems,maintainingaccurateandconfidentiallegaldocumentationvital to the integrity of military proceedings and administrative actions.
● Conductedthoroughethicalreviewstoupholdthehigheststandardsofprofessionalconductandintegritywithinthe command, fostering a culture of accountability and compliance.
● FacilitatedthenominationprocessforGeneralCourt-Martialjurymembers,meticulouslyvettingcandidatestoensure impartiality and fairness in legal proceedings.
● Reviewed and endorsed Separation Authority appeals,applying sound legaljudgmentandproceduralexpertiseto resolve complex administrative separation cases effectively. Legal Advocate (2018 – 2021)
Managed and updated several critical databases,including Foreign Criminal Jurisdiction,Technical Representative Accreditations,and Automated Personnel and Aircraft system requests,ensured accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
● Spearheadedthetrainingandmentorshipprogramfortwolocalnationalparalegals,enhancedoperationalsupportfor 65 embassy staff members.
REBECCA LOPEZ PG. 2
Legal Advocate (Continued)
● Collaboratedwiththreeattorneysonover50high-profilemulti-nationaltaskings,ensuredseamlesscoordinationand execution of legal initiatives.
● Facilitated cross-cultural communication and legal understanding by bridging language and cultural gaps between local national paralegals and embassy staff, fostering a cohesive and productive work environment. Paralegal Manager (2015 – 2018)
Prepared a diverse range of legal documents, including administrative investigation reports, drug laboratory report requests, legal briefs, NJP appeal endorsements, and post-trial court martial documents. Provided comprehensive legal support to the Admiral in command of the Carrier Strike Group, ensured adherence to military regulations and ethical standards.
● Conducted thorough research and authored detailed legal memos on ethics issues,facilitated informed decision-making within the command structure.
● Reviewed evidence and meticulously maintained service records,ensured accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
● Executed federalnotarydutiesandfacilitatedthedraftingandexecutionofwills,deliveredessentiallegalservicesto service members.
● Advised suspects of their Article 31 Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)rights,upheld due process and safeguarding individual rights.
● Conducted administrative investigationsandprovidedcounselingforadministrativeseparationprocessing,ensured procedural fairness and compliance with regulations.
● Managed legal databases effectively, maintained accurate and accessible records for efficient case management.
● Facilitatedseparationsinlieuoftrialbycourts-martialrequests,navigatedcomplexlegalprocesseswithprecisionand expertise.
Lead Paralegal(2014 – 2015)
Supported the Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity Diego Garcia by furnishing expert guidance on military justice matters, contributing to efficient command operations and compliance.
● Deliveredspecializedlegalaidtoservicemembersandeligiblemerchantmarinesstationedinremoteareas,ensuring access to advanced legal services despite geographical challenges.
● Conductedthoroughlineofdutyinvestigations,ensuringaccuratedeterminationofduty-relatedinjuriesorincidents, and facilitated coordination of preventive law initiatives to mitigate future occurrences.
● Producedcomprehensiveadministrativeinvestigationendorsements,legalassistancereports,andStaffJudgeAdvocate recommendations, enhancing decision-making processes and legal compliance.
● Managed the processing of boards and courts of inquiries,ensuring procedural integrity and adherence to legal standards, and facilitated timely responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
● Provided essential support in environmental law and operational law matters,contributing to compliance with regulatory frameworks and operational effectiveness. EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science, Paralegal Studies Roger WilliamsUniversity Providence, RI Associate of Science, Paralegal Studies Roger WilliamsUniversity Providence, RI Paralegal Specialist U.S. Navy
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Software:Microsoft Office Suite 365 Google Docs
Operating Systems:Mac Microsoft Windows
Retirement Date: 30 April 2025
Terminal begins: 6 February 2025
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