Maria Alejandra Cabrera López
Attorney-at-Law
Miami,FL
Summary
Results-oriented attorney with a strong background in problem-solving, demonstrated through proactive and research-driven approaches. Exceptional oral and written communication skills enable effective proposal and defense of new ideas, as well as successful project presentations. Highly motivated and focused on economic, financial, banking, and international law, continuously expanding expertise in contract law and derivatives markets. Keen interest in sports law. Experienced in navigating high-pressure situations with a measured and balanced approach to decision-making.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Legal Affairs Internal Consultant
Latin American Reserve Fund
Bogotá, Colombia
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Drafted and structured contracts with service providers and employment agreements within the organization.
- Provided support in drafting communications to the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, serving as a liaison between the international organization and the Colombian government.
- Assisted in structuring and managing historical records of significant organizational decisions.
- Led the 'FLAR Scholarships' project, structuring and executing the institution's first postgraduate scholarship program abroad.
- Supported the preparation of documents for the Board of Directors and General Assembly meetings.
Legal Assistant
Colombian Space Agency
Bogotá, Colombia
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported research initiatives in sustainable finance, green bonds, and the drafting and submission of the national space law bill.
- Supported research initiatives in sustainable finance, green bonds, and the drafting and submission of the national space law bill.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
Law Research Assistant
Universidad Externado De Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted faculty members in research projects on topics such as interest rates, the Great Reset, and Environmental and Social Risk Management Systems (SARAS).
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Synthesized complex information about Collateral Guarantees Repository (the only Latin American reference tool of its kind), into clear summaries to make findings accessible to diverse audiences.
- Conducted extensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects, significantly expanding team's knowledge base.
Intern
Colombian Financial Superintendency
Bogotá, Colombia
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted in reviewing licensing procedures prepared by the Authorization Group for presentation to the Licensing Committee.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Evaluated and Prepared project responses to legal inquiries and petitions within the scope of the Delegation's responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Financial Law
Universidad Externado De Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia 01.2017 - 01.2024
Skills
Strategic thinking
Operational efficiency
Problem-solving abilities
Time management
Teamwork
Innovation management
Organizational development
Customer focus
Strategic thinking
Publications
Cabrera López, M. A. (2022) Is the Self-Regulation of the Securities Market a Complement or an Overreach to the Structure of the Financial System in Colombia?, Revista Divergencia, Universidad Externado de Colombia. https://revistas.uexternado.edu.co/index.php/diver/article/view/8092/11977
Certification
Intensive Course on Contracts and Financial Derivatives Markets
Timeline
Legal Affairs Internal Consultant
Latin American Reserve Fund
03.2023 - 12.2024
Legal Assistant
Colombian Space Agency
12.2022 - 03.2023
Globalization and Regionalism
12-2021
Intern
Colombian Financial Superintendency
09.2020 - 01.2021
Advanced Excel
06-2020
Law Research Assistant
Universidad Externado De Colombia
05.2020 - 05.2022
Intensive Course on Contracts and Financial Derivatives Markets
04-2019
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Financial Law
Universidad Externado De Colombia
01.2017 - 01.2024
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