Real Estate Legal Research

Marla Fatima Fernandez Benavides

**** * ********* **, ******, CO 80237 720-***-**** ********************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Faith-driven legal professional and policy advocate with 15+ years of experience in paralegal services, mediation, and grassroots legislative work. Founder of Harmony Chord, a Catholic political initiative advancing pro-family and constitutional policy. Proven record in public speaking, legal research, campaign strategy, and civic engagement.

Core Skills

• Legal Research & Drafting • Political Strategy & Public Testimony • Mediation & Conflict Resolution

• Constitutional Advocacy • Grassroots Organizing & Lobbying • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Professional Experience

Founder & CEO Harmony Chord Denver, CO 2024 – Present

• Lead Catholic policy lobbying at the Colorado State Capitol.

• Testify on legislation related to religious liberty, parental rights, and constitutional issues.

• Organize advocacy campaigns and draft policy proposals aligned with Catholic social teaching.

Mediator Jefferson County Mediation Center 2011 – 2013

• Facilitated dispute resolution sessions involving civil, family, and real estate issues.

• Drafted settlement agreements and supported constructive legal negotiation.

Paralegal Charles Torres, PC Denver, CO 2005 – 2010

• Drafted pleadings, affidavits, and discovery documents for litigation and real estate cases.

• Managed client communication and trial preparation for civil and probate matters.

Candidate Colorado House of Representatives – HD3 2022 & 2024

• Reached 25,000+ voters through public speaking and direct outreach.

• Advocated for pro-life, parental rights, and election integrity legislation.

Education

B.A. in Political Science University of Colorado at Denver

Certificate in Environmental & Natural Resources Law University of Denver Sturm College of Law

ABA-Accredited Paralegal Certificate Arapahoe Community College

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