Elizabeth Ruiz
Lacey,WA
Summary
Accomplished procurement professional experienced in locating new vendors, setting up contracts and managing deliveries. Team-oriented and personable with practical and logical approach. Gifted communicator adaptable to dynamic conditions and discerning in understanding nature of diverse business challenges. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Motivated professional offering [Degree] in [Area of study]. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Telco Global Commodity Manager, Software Procurement
Dell Technologies
Austin, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Provide end-to-end contracting and procurement support for the Infrastructure Solutions Group on Dell's Telco go-to-market initiatives that include third party software
- Negotiate and execute third-party embedded Software Licensing Agreements with suppliers on behalf of Dell Technologies for Telco’s go-to-market initiatives
- Cross-functional engagement with business stakeholders, legal counsel, finance, product engineers, and other internal stakeholders to comply with corporate polices and applicable laws
- Analyze contract requirements, special provisions, business risks, terms, and conditions to advise business stakeholders of risks and obligations.
- Monitored market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers to evaluate opportunities to reduce costs.
- Negotiated pricing agreements with vendors to maximize value while minimizing costs.
- Organized and prioritized projects.
- Coordinated efforts between production planning, engineering, finance, legal, logistics. to meet organizational needs.
- Prepared contracts and completed pricing and schedule negotiations.
- Created and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure long-term success.
- Worked with vendors and internal team members to strengthen processes and surpass targets.
- Worked collaboratively with stakeholders to discuss new projects, supplies and initiatives for determining impact on purchasing and production activities.
- Negotiated contracts for improved pricing and terms of business with suppliers.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts for new commodity sources.
- Collaborated closely with internal stakeholders to identify material requirements and improve processes.
- Implemented development and execution strategies for assigned commodities.
- Discussed ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, adding value and aiding business performance for continuous improvement.
- Developed new practices to increase efficient delivery of commodities and product process compliance.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Licensing Paralegal Contractor (DISYS)
Microsoft Corporation
Bellevue, WA
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Supported the Device Partner Sales team (DPS) with preparing and managing price lists, product terms, program letters, non-standard waivers, workflows, and negotiation guides on Windows, SQL, IoT, Office, and Gaming products
- Collaborated with the Portfolio, Solutions, and Marketing Office team (PSM PMO) to improve business efficiency
- Contribute to launch and end of license products while tracking and managing the DPS Licensing Support alias for partner and business requests.
- Gained product knowledge to assist team members with structuring customer purchase, closing and delivery.
- Communicated client priorities, delivering presence and business objectives.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Improved tools to enable better tracking and business analysis.
- Worked closely with internal teams to deliver on high-profile, complex projects.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Synthesized customer and market information into summaries to build strategies for segments.
- Negotiated pricing agreements with vendors and suppliers based on organizational needs.
- Translated customer needs into operational plan to fulfill projects with right resources.
- Reviewed existing contracts with vendors and suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Facilitated communication between different teams within the organization through regular meetings.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided feedback to improve strategies, programs and initiatives.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate project efforts.
- Collaborated and built trust within organization and with customers, meeting or exceeding expectations.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Paralegal
Festo Corporation
Islandia, NY
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated nondisclosure agreements, terms and conditions, vendor agreements, customer contracts, and various licenses
- Prepared and assisted with corporate formalities; ethics and compliance of data privacy, import and export laws; corporate policies and procedures; and prepared and managed business immigration petitions, Requests for Evidence, and National Interest Waivers.
- Reviewed, analyzed and summarized legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed contract intake and review for large vendor agreements.
- Translated immigration documents to explain relevance to potential residents.
- Maintained organized files of all case documentation including notes from consultations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of immigration regulations and policies by attending workshops, seminars and other educational offerings.
- Analyzed legal documents for discrepancies to streamline procedures and avoid delays.
- Updated officials at United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) with the latest case information.
- Prepared accurate and complete forms in consultation with client and submitted applications to correct government entities on behalf of client.
- Collaborated with interested parties to share information on permanent residence and citizenship.
- Translated documents into [Type] language for client and interpreted verbal communications to enable client to understand immigration process.
- Ensured that all deadlines were met in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
- Initiated and maintained contact with government officials to track potential delays or problems in application processing and kept attorney and client informed.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Verified authenticity of documents submitted by applicants through online databases or contact with issuing authorities.
- Researched current developments in Immigration Law and kept abreast of changes in policy or procedures.
- Coordinated translation services when needed for foreign language documents.
- Organized visa paperwork, asylum requests, translations and affidavits.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Reviewed client files regularly, consulted attorney and prepared regular status reports to clients and tracked multiple deadlines simultaneously for employer clients.
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Drafted letters to government agencies in response to requests for additional information or clarification.
- Assisted in preparing affidavits of support and visa applications.
- Reviewed immigration forms and documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Gathered required immigration application documents and assisted with filing.
- Communicated regularly with clients via phone, email or mail regarding the progress of their cases.
- Attended conferences related to Immigration Law to stay up-to-date on new developments.
- Researched business immigration information such as background on company or industry, current wages, processing procedures and standard processing times.
- Assisted attorneys with research on immigration laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Supported attorneys and local counsel to coordinate global business Immigration cases in [Number] international jurisdictions.
- Developed and implemented processes to simplify work, standardize procedures and help immigration team operate more efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted interviews with clients to obtain detailed information regarding their immigration status.
- Processed visa and immigration services with accurate and complete applications.
- Prepared legal petitions, applications, and other documents related to immigration cases.
Xbox Game Studios Paralegal
Microsoft Corporation
Redmond, WA
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted attorneys by providing legal guidance to Microsoft’s Xbox AAA Game Studios and Limited Studios stakeholders
- Reviewed, drafted, and negotiated SaaS agreements, merchandise and distribution agreements, developer publishing agreements, content license agreements, amendments, statements of work, master services agreements, music and talent agreements, authorization letters, standard and nonstandard non-disclosure agreements, end user license agreements, and 3rd party terms of service agreements
- Provided legal analysis; reviewed open-source license agreements; created playbooks, form licenses, and generated processes for business and legal efficiency.
- Managed contract intake and review for large vendor agreements.
- Analyzed complex legal issues arising from contract negotiations or litigation matters.
- Interpreted contracts to determine potential risks associated with certain provisions.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
- Identifying potential infringement problems by conducting internet searches for similar products or services.
- Coordinating foreign trademark registrations through outside counsels.
- Monitoring status of pending patent applications before USPTO.
- Reviewing corporate documents such as contracts, licenses and assignments to ensure compliance with IP laws.
- Analyzing business agreements to identify potential conflicts with existing IP rights.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Patent Operations Paralegal Contractor (ADITI Staffing)
Microsoft Corporation
Redmond, WA
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Supported Patent Operations within Microsoft’s Intellectual Property Group (IPG)
- Executed Powers of Attorney; managed and tracked strategic letters patent and USPTO action documents; facilitated annual foreign filing deadlines; and interfaced with patent engineers for offensive and defensive litigation patent reviews.
- Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
- Entered client data into [Software] to manage records and customer relationships
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
- Monitored changes in applicable laws that could affect a company's existing or pending patents.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Verified accuracy of facts contained within assignments before filing them with the USPTO.
- Organized files, prepared correspondence, created spreadsheets, managed databases, as needed by attorneys handling patent prosecution matters.
- Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
- Performed legal document searches to determine prior art references relevant to pending or proposed applications.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing responses to Office Actions from the USPTO.
- Reviewed and organized client documents for patent applications.
- Worked closely with foreign associates on international filings through PCT and Paris Convention processes.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Maintained docketing system to track all deadlines associated with patent prosecution matters.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Conducted research related to patents and patentability of inventions.
- Attended meetings with clients and counseled them on various aspects of their IP portfolio strategy.
- Analyzed competitor's patents for infringement purposes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Paralegal
Past Experence
11.2011 - 06.2017
- Civil Litigation, Immigration, Real Estate, Probate, Personal Injury, Construction Defect, Trial, and Motion practice experience.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
- Managed contract intake and review for large vendor agreements.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
- Attended administrative hearings to provide viable information and identify additional actions needed.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
- Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
- Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Prepared compliance and regulatory forms for legal cases and suits.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Interpreted various types of legal documents including contracts and agreements.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
- Assisted in the preparation of legal arguments and memoranda of law.
- Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Participated in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and taking notes during meetings.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
- Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Coordinated witness testimony for depositions.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Education
J.D. Candidate -
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
12.2024
Paralegal Certificate -
University of San Diego
11.2011
Bachelor of Arts Degree: Psychology / Political Science -
The University of Texas at El Paso
05.2007
Skills
- Spanish- English Bilingual
- Apple OS X
- USPTO
- OneLegal
- Communication Skills
- Windows 10 & 11
- RocketMatter
- JIRA
- WordPerfect
- Team Player
- Office 365
- Tabs3
- CaseMap
- Legal Writing
- Self-Driven
- Westlaw/LexisNexis - Legal Research
- Timeslips
- Pacer
- Intellectual Property
- Detail Oriented
- Adobe Creative Solutions/Pro
- Access
- ECR/EC Filings
- Contract Negotiations
- Organization Skills
- Foxit Phantom PDF
- Juris
- INSZoom
- Contract Drafting
- Project Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Global Procurement
- [Software] Expertise
- Supplier Relations
- Project Oversight
- Procurement
- Key Performance Indicators
- Negotiation
- Vendor Relations
- Channel Development
- Pricing Negotiation
- Legal Research Skills
- Litigation Support
- Proficient in MS Office
- Understands Confidentiality
- Civil Law
- Records Management
- Database Research
- Power of Attorney
- Attorney Support
- Exceptional Writer
- Court Transcription
- File Organization
- Risk Management
- Interviewing Witnesses
- File and Records Management
- Contract Review
- Case Summaries
- Office Administration
- Civil Litigation
- Legal Research
- Administrative Support
- Subpoena Coordination
- Document Preparation
- Legal Compliance
- Client Communication
- Proofreading
- Legal Analysis
- Case Management
- Calendar Management
- Legal Documentation
- Contract Management
- Operations Management
- Brand Development
- Rapport and Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Digital Sales
- Complex Project Negotiations
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Price Schedules
- Relationship Building
Legal Experience
- Dell Technologies, Austin, TX, Telco Global Commodity Manager, Software Procurement, 01/2023, Present, Provide end-to-end contracting and procurement support for the Infrastructure Solutions Group on Dell's Telco go-to-market initiatives that include third party software., Negotiate and execute third-party embedded Software Licensing Agreements with suppliers on behalf of Dell Technologies for Telco’s go-to-market initiatives., Cross-functional engagement with business stakeholders, legal counsel, finance, product engineers, and other internal stakeholders to comply with corporate polices and applicable laws., Analyze contract requirements, special provisions, business risks, terms, and conditions to advise business stakeholders of risks and obligations.
- Microsoft Corporation, Bellevue, WA, Licensing Paralegal Contractor (DISYS), 08/2021, 02/2022, Supported the Device Partner Sales team (DPS) with preparing and managing price lists, product terms, program letters, non-standard waivers, workflows, and negotiation guides on Windows, SQL, IoT, Office, and Gaming products., Collaborated with the Portfolio, Solutions, and Marketing Office team (PSM PMO) to improve business efficiency., Contribute to launch and end of license products while tracking and managing the DPS Licensing Support alias for partner and business requests.
- Festo Corporation, Islandia, NY, Paralegal, 01/2021, 08/2021, Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated nondisclosure agreements, terms and conditions, vendor agreements, customer contracts, and various licenses., Prepared and assisted with corporate formalities; ethics and compliance of data privacy, import and export laws; corporate policies and procedures; and prepared and managed business immigration petitions, Requests for Evidence, and National Interest Waivers.
- Microsoft Corporation, Redmond, WA, Xbox Game Studios Paralegal, 02/2019, 12/2020, Assisted attorneys by providing legal guidance to Microsoft’s Xbox AAA Game Studios and Limited Studios stakeholders., Reviewed, drafted, and negotiated SaaS agreements, merchandise and distribution agreements, developer publishing agreements, content license agreements, amendments, statements of work, master services agreements, music and talent agreements, authorization letters, standard and nonstandard non-disclosure agreements, end user license agreements, and 3rd party terms of service agreements., Provided legal analysis; reviewed open-source license agreements; created playbooks, form licenses, and generated processes for business and legal efficiency.
- Microsoft Corporation, Redmond, WA, Patent Operations Paralegal Contractor (ADITI Staffing), 09/2017, 02/2019, Supported Patent Operations within Microsoft’s Intellectual Property Group (IPG)., Executed Powers of Attorney; managed and tracked strategic letters patent and USPTO action documents; facilitated annual foreign filing deadlines; and interfaced with patent engineers for offensive and defensive litigation patent reviews.
- Additional Paralegal Experience, Civil Litigation, Immigration, Real Estate, Probate, Personal Injury, Construction Defect, Trial, and Motion practice experience., 11/2011, 06/2017
Professional Statement
I am an experienced Intellectual Property Paralegal and Software Procurement professional in the technology industry. I am skilled in preparing and negotiating inbound/outbound IP licenses; project management to ensure executed licenses comply with appropriate laws, regulations, and corporate policies; program management and cross-functional collaboration to drive strategic product initiatives aligned with business objectives. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and have a strong background in licensing intellectual property, organizational skills, and legal compliance.
Affiliations
- Yoga
- Running
- Snowboarding
- Golfing
- Socializing
- Video Games
- Audio Books
- Travel
- Family Bonding
- Board Games
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Telco Global Commodity Manager, Software Procurement
Dell Technologies
01.2023 - Current
Licensing Paralegal Contractor (DISYS)
Microsoft Corporation
08.2021 - 02.2022
Paralegal
Festo Corporation
01.2021 - 08.2021
Xbox Game Studios Paralegal
Microsoft Corporation
02.2019 - 12.2020
Patent Operations Paralegal Contractor (ADITI Staffing)
Microsoft Corporation
09.2017 - 02.2019
Paralegal
Past Experence
11.2011 - 06.2017
J.D. Candidate -
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Paralegal Certificate -
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Arts Degree: Psychology / Political Science -
The University of Texas at El Paso
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