LEO SALINAS
McAllen
Summary
Dynamic Right of Way Agent with a proven track record at L&G Engineering and Pro Source Technologies. Adept in legal documentation and office management. Excelled in building trust with landowners, negotiating terms, and leading complex project coordination. Skills in customer service and legal research ensure timely, high-quality outcomes in fast-paced settings. Hardworking and highly motivated professional eager to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities. Leverages seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven mindset, coupled with a passion for growth and efficiency, enables meeting company needs and increasing service value.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Land Agent / Right Of Way Agent
Pro Source Technologies
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Partnered with colleagues to finalize projects.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion
- Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables
- Met with Landowners to review Lease Agreements and negotiate terms
- De-escalated and resolved customer complaints with punctual, polite and professional service.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively addressing concerns and fostering a positive experience throughout all interactions.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information on products and services.
- Assisted clients in navigating the claims process, ensuring timely resolution of issues and optimal outcomes.
- Negotiated favorable terms in client contracts, safeguarding company interests.
RIGHT OF WAY AGENT
L&G Engineering
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Planned and conducted negotiation meetings with property owners to acquire right of way for clients' projects and established relationships with landowners as single point of contact
- Interacted with external attorneys and land appraisers to clarify land acquisition parameters
- Followed land acquisition and construction permitting schedules to facilitate on-time project completion
- Kept up-to-date on case progress by frequently reviewing records and reporting findings to clients
- Answered telephone and coordinated meetings and conferences
- Handled filing systems for both short and traditional real estate transactions
- Assisted litigation attorneys with research, depositions, trial preparation, discovery and document drafts for court submittal
PROPERTY TAX CONSULTANT
American Ad Valorem
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Focused on assisting with compliance work
- Compiled data, prepare filings for the proper jurisdictions, and handled negotiations and appeals
- Attended Timeframe continuing education courses to obtain updated information on property tax, assessment and Type laws and regulations
- Developed property tax appraisal and assessment website content to enhance Location tax appraisal office online services
- Researched legal aspects of statewide property tax appraisal and assessment issues to clarify application to residential, commercial and Type account holders
- Delivered property tax-related presentations at public forums, community group meetings and Type to improve understanding of tax assessment policies and procedures
- Visited commercial and residential properties to obtain pertinent information regarding tax appraisal disputes
- Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties
- Stayed updated on market trends for local area and similar property types
- Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations
- Computed final estimation of property values, taking into account depreciation, value comparisons of similar properties and income potential
- Weighed property location, sales trends and estimated replacement costs to accurately value properties
REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL APPRAISER
Hidalgo County Appraisal District
01.2009 - 02.2016
- Presented and defended values in bid hearings and court proceedings
- By law the county appraiser is responsible for listing and valuing property in a uniform and equal manner
- The appraiser determines the appropriate value of your property
- Reviewed new constructions to set fair values in line with current regions market
- Documented type, construction and measurements of each piece of property and collected required field evidence to support conclusions
- Appraised property values
Education
High School Diploma -
Nikki Rowe
Criminal Justice -
University of Pan American
01.2005
Skills
- Legal documentation and reporting
- Law familiarity
- Office management
- Customer service
- Organizational skills
- Training & Development
- Computer skills
- Supervision
- Data management
- Active Listening
- Negotiation Expertise
- Reading Comprehension
- Discovery and Document Review
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Legal Research
- Legal Brief Preparation
- Document Preparation
- Microsoft Word
- Community Advocacy
- Leadership Development
- Property Rights
- Land Surveying
- Title Searches
- Case Planning and Management
- Building Trust and Relationships
- Legal Case Management
- Organization and Administration
- Filling Appeals
- Supervision and leadership
Certification
TREC ERW CERTIFICATION
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Land Agent / Right Of Way Agent
Pro Source Technologies
04.2023 - 01.2024
RIGHT OF WAY AGENT
L&G Engineering
04.2018 - 07.2021
PROPERTY TAX CONSULTANT
American Ad Valorem
06.2016 - 04.2018
REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL APPRAISER
Hidalgo County Appraisal District
01.2009 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Nikki Rowe
Criminal Justice -
University of Pan American
TREC ERW CERTIFICATION
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