ANA LAURA RAMIREZ
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing almost 20 years of entrepreneurial experience as a small business owner as well as 30 years of legal experience to this position. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing family law, as well as other civil litigation, arbitration, and mediation operations. Well-versed in motivating and supporting staff members to work for the best possible outcome for the adult clients that hire the firm or children that are court appointed cases for assisting to determine their best interest.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER
THE LAW OFFICE OF ANA LAURA RAMIREZ
09.2004 - Current
- Lead attorney, responsible for entire staff of law office during day to day operations and court proceedings for over 300 cases at any given time.
- Have had the pleasure of representing people in thousands of civil, probate and criminal cases around Texas for the last three decades.
- Handling initial consultation with potential clients
- Attended multiple mediations and deposition
- Litigated many half, full, and multiple day trials, with regard to family law, probate law, and criminal law
- Mediated sessions between parties, facilitating productive discussions that led to mutually agreeable resolutions.
- Managed case load of hundreds of cases.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
- Used legal expertise to mediate cases to help attorneys and their clients avoid costly trials.
- Mentored students & junior attorneys to improve their legal knowledge, skills, and career growth potential.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
- Proven ability to assist the court in sensitive situations providing support and guidance in family law matters.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
IN HOUSE COUNSEL
BENEFICIAL HOME HEALTH CARE
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Advised executive team on legal matters to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Streamlined internal processes for managing litigation, minimizing costs and potential exposure.
- Implemented an effective ethics program to promote responsible decision-making throughout the organization.
LAW CLERK-ASSOCIATE
THE LAW OFFICE OF GERALD MOTON P.C.
01.1993 - 01.1996
- Legal research and document preparation
- Representation in bankruptcy, family, criminal, probate law over central and south Texas, pursuant to prepaid paid legal services plan.
- Assisted in successful litigation outcomes through meticulous fact-checking and evidence analysis.
- Managed complex caseloads, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion of all assignments.
- Contributed to seamless trial preparation through thorough organization of exhibits, witness lists, and other supporting documentation.
- Developed strong professional relationships with courthouse staff and opposing counsel, fostering positive working environments during trials and negotiations.
Education
LICENSED AND ADMITTED -
STATE BAR OF TEXAS
11.1994
DOCTORATE IN JURIS PRUDENCE -
ST. MARY'S SCHOOL OF LAW
San Antonio, TX01.1994
BACHELOR'S IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-FINANCE -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS- PAN AMERICAN
01.1991
COURSE OF STUDY- FINANCE -
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX01.1989
Skills
- Staff Hiring
- Marketing
- Business Administration
- Consulting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Legal Professional of the Year, 2020 from the Mexican American Bar Association
- Mexican American Bar Association- member
- San Antonio Bar Association- 1994- present
- San Antonio Bar Association- Board member 2015-2020
- Family Law Bar Association, Board member President 2023
- St. Mary's School of Law -Hispanic Law Alumni Association, Board member-President 2023-2024
- Domestic Relations Office-Board member - Vice President
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
OWNER
THE LAW OFFICE OF ANA LAURA RAMIREZ
09.2004 - Current
IN HOUSE COUNSEL
BENEFICIAL HOME HEALTH CARE
01.1996 - 01.2000
LAW CLERK-ASSOCIATE
THE LAW OFFICE OF GERALD MOTON P.C.
01.1993 - 01.1996
LICENSED AND ADMITTED -
STATE BAR OF TEXAS
DOCTORATE IN JURIS PRUDENCE -
ST. MARY'S SCHOOL OF LAW
BACHELOR'S IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-FINANCE -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS- PAN AMERICAN
COURSE OF STUDY- FINANCE -
Texas A&M University
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