Contract Specialist Federal Acquisition
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Lillian Diaz
Email: ************@*****.*** Phone: 619-***-**** Boise, ID
www.linkedin.com/in/lillian-diaz-544815356
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Licensed attorney and experienced Contract Specialist with over four years of experience in federal contracting, specializing in Department of Defense (DoD) procurement and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Proven expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex government contracts while ensuring adherence to legal requirements and mitigating risks. Adept at working with cross-functional teams and providing legal and regulatory guidance throughout the entire contract lifecycle. Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with a track record of delivering value in high-stakes, mission-critical environments. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Contract Specialist
Department of Defense (DoD) – NAVFAC, San Diego, CA (Remote) January 2023 – Present
● Manage the full contract lifecycle for DoD procurement, including FAR and DFARS compliance, supporting the acquisition of goods, services, and technology for defense projects
● Negotiate and draft complex contracts (firm-fixed-price) in compliance with FAR and DFARS, ensuring that all terms are favorable, fair, and legally sound for the government
● Provide expert legal guidance to cross-functional teams (procurement, finance, program management) on interpreting and adhering to federal regulations, particularly FAR and DFARS requirements, ensuring risk mitigation and contract compliance
● Conduct thorough reviews of contract proposals, terms, and conditions, ensuring alignment with DoD-specific requirements and regulations, and advising on potential legal implications and risks
● Draft and execute contract modifications, extensions, and terminations, ensuring compliance with all legal, financial, and technical requirements under FAR and DFARS
● Lead negotiations with contractors and vendors, ensuring cost-effective agreements and compliance with the regulatory framework set by FAR and DFARS
● Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to the terms of the contract, resolving disputes and enforcing corrective actions when necessary
● Prepare and review legal documents related to procurement, providing legal counsel on contract disputes, terms, and obligations
● Analyzed contract terms and conditions, providing recommendations for negotiation strategies to mitigate risks and optimize contract terms
● Supported the administration of contract performance, including monitoring deliverables, assessing compliance, and providing recommendations for contract modifications
● Collaborated with procurement and legal teams to resolve issues and disputes related to contract terms, helping to ensure smooth execution and completion Contract Specialist
Department of Defense (DoD) – NAVSEA, San Diego, CA August 2021 – December 2023
● Manage the full contract lifecycle for DoD procurement, including FAR and DFARS compliance, supporting the acquisition of goods, services, and technology for defense projects
● Negotiate and draft complex contracts (firm-fixed-price) in compliance with FAR and DFARS, ensuring that all terms are favorable, fair, and legally sound for the government
● Provide expert legal guidance to cross-functional teams (procurement, finance, program management) on interpreting and adhering to federal regulations, particularly FAR and DFARS requirements, ensuring risk mitigation and contract compliance
● Conduct thorough reviews of contract proposals, terms, and conditions, ensuring alignment with DoD-specific requirements and regulations, and advising on potential legal implications and risks
● Draft and execute contract modifications, extensions, and terminations, ensuring compliance with all legal, financial, and technical requirements under FAR and DFARS
● Lead negotiations with contractors and vendors, ensuring cost-effective agreements and compliance with the regulatory framework set by FAR and DFARS
● Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to the terms of the contract, resolving disputes and enforcing corrective actions when necessary
● Prepare and review legal documents related to procurement, providing legal counsel on contract disputes, terms, and obligations
● Analyzed contract terms and conditions, providing recommendations for negotiation strategies to mitigate risks and optimize contract terms
● Supported the administration of contract performance, including monitoring deliverables, assessing compliance, and providing recommendations for contract modifications
● Collaborated with procurement and legal teams to resolve issues and disputes related to contract terms, helping to ensure smooth execution and completion
● Held position as Price Analysis Chairperson for multi-million dollar contract, which included the preparation of a Price Analysis report, Technical Evaluation report, and conducted a Technical Evaluation brief to ensure legal compliance Law Clerk
Better A.P.C., San Diego, CA
August 2020 – December 2020
● Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda related to federal copyright law, trademark law, business law, and employment law
● Draft Covid-19 and other medical liability waivers
● Draft responses for clients to submit for federal trademark applications
● Managed the legal filing system, ensuring all contracts and client information were properly organized
Legal Fellow
New Media Rights, San Diego, CA
January 2020 – August 2020
● Client intake and responses
● Review both written and video sources for intellectual property issues
● Advise client through independent contractor and intellectual property issues
● Draft and edit contracts and intellectual property agreements for licensee and licensor
● Managed the legal filing system, ensuring all contracts and client information were properly organized
Assistant Project Manager
Infill Development, San Diego, CA
January 2018 – January 2019
● Manage and log subcontractor inquiries and quotes
● Manage project timelines and submit plans to City of San Diego
● Manage work drive, files, and website
EDUCATION
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
California Western School of Law, San Diego, CA
January 2019 – January 2021
Pro Bono Honors Society, New Media Rights fellow, active CA bar member Bachelor of Science in Society & Environment
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
August 2014 – December 2017
Salk Institute Plant Biology intern, Environmental and Food Politics program
● Relevant Coursework: Contract Law, Government Procurement, Legal Studies, Negotiation & Conflict Resolution, Public Policy
CERTIFICATIONS
● Licensed Attorney – California State Bar License #342926,
● Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level I & II Certification
● Government Secret Clearance
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