Fatima B. Perez
Huntington Park,CA
Summary
Dynamic advocate with a proven track record at Disability Rights California, skilled in legal document drafting and fostering partnerships. Adept at coordinating case management and outreach initiatives, I excel in multilingual communication and organizational efficiency, ensuring clients receive tailored support and resources. Committed to upholding rights and enhancing community advocacy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Advocate
Disability Rights California, Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy - NLACRC
11.2018 - 04.2025
- Provided critical legal guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring their rights were upheld.
- Investigated complaints related to rights violations and drafted comprehensive reports on findings.
- Facilitated evaluations to connect clients with tailored social welfare resources.
- Oversaw caseloads, tracked progress, and coordinated crucial deadlines for disability rights cases.
- Drafted legal documents with precision and adherence to legal standards.
- Supported attorneys with timeline management, ensuring all hearings and reviews adhered to legal schedules.
- Built collaborations with government agencies and community organizations to expand client advocacy reach.
- Offered Spanish translation and interpretation during consultations, fostering inclusivity.
- Edited legal documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Analyzed case data and compiled detailed reports.
- Orchestrated meetings and stakeholder communications, streamlining advocacy operations.
Assistant Advocate (Temporary Position)
Disability Rights California, Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy - ELARC
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Coordinated case management efforts, scheduling meetings and appointments for clients, attorneys, and court representatives.
- Drafted initial legal documents, including intake forms and agreements, for attorney review.
- Ensured efficient documentation by maintaining organized filing systems for case records.
- Conducted outreach initiatives through the development of informative materials.
Client Services Coordinator
Mahanaim Nonprofit Organization
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Coordinated client appointments and ensured seamless communication with service providers.
- Supported administrative tasks, including maintaining filing systems and handling office operations.
- Drafted reports and correspondence with clarity and professionalism.
- Spearheaded event coordination and community outreach to strengthen partnerships.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
East Los Angeles College
Los Angeles, CA04.2025
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Collaboration via Microsoft Teams
- Organizational skills
- Document drafting and editing
- Partnership building
- Advocacy for communities
- Multilingual communication in Spanish and English
Certification
- Spanish Language Proficiency Test, Advanced fluency in written and verbal Spanish (ALTA Certified)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Leadership Seal, Completed training; contributed to Gold Tier status for Disability Rights California.
- Specialized Legal Training, Public Benefits, Trauma-Informed Advocacy, Disability Rights for Children, Regional Center Eligibility, and more.
- Mandatory Training, Effective communication, abuse and neglect reporting, confidentiality, and limited scope representation.
- Technical Skills, Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, OneNote, and Microsoft 365.
Timeline
Assistant Advocate
Disability Rights California, Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy - NLACRC
11.2018 - 04.2025
Assistant Advocate (Temporary Position)
Disability Rights California, Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy - ELARC
01.2018 - 11.2018
Client Services Coordinator
Mahanaim Nonprofit Organization
01.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
East Los Angeles College
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