Ramon Soto-Lopez
Grand Haven,MI
Summary
Experienced Legal Investigator with background in conducting thorough investigations, collecting evidence, and collaborating with legal teams. Strong analytical skills contribute to clear understanding of complex case details, laws, and regulations. Demonstrated effectiveness in providing support during trials by presenting gathered information accurately. Committed to maintaining professional integrity and ethical standards while ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Cashier
Home Depot
Grand Haven, MI
07.2023 - Current
- Supervise front end of store and support other associates as needed.
- Assisted customers at checkout by providing excellent customer service and resolving any issues that arose.
- Provided guidance on difficult transactions or inquiries from customers regarding products or services offered in the store.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Monitored checkout counters and self-checkout areas to assist with complex transactions.
Legal Investigator
Ottawa County Public Defender
Holland, MI
02.2023 - Current
- Under the supervision of the Public Defender, perform investigations to support legal representation of clients.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses to collect information relevant to the case.
- Analyzed evidence, documents, and records in order to identify potential leads or inconsistencies.
- Drafted reports summarizing investigation results and findings.
- Collected photographs, videos, audio recordings, and other materials pertinent to investigations.
- Attended hearings at court proceedings in order to provide testimony when needed.
Road Patrol, School Resource Officer, Forensic Technician, Crisis Negotiator
Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office
West Olive, MI
02.2016 - 02.2023
- Under the supervision of a command officer, performs general police work in the protection of life and property throughout the county.
- Conducted daily patrols of school grounds to ensure safety of students and faculty.
- Developed relationships with students by engaging in conversations and activities.
- Intervened when necessary to prevent potential conflicts from escalating into violence.
- Served as a liaison between the school and local law enforcement agencies during incidents requiring police involvement.
- Mentored students to help foster positive and safe learning environment.
Decoy
Michigan Liquor Control
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2013 - 12.2015
- Assist conducting surveillance operations to monitor alcohol license violations.
- Assist investigators with underage purchases transactions throught out the state of West Michigan.
Production Member
Thierica Inc.
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Operated production machinery to manufacture parts in accordance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with other departments to meet customer requirements and deadlines.
- Cleaned work area at the end of each shift to maintain a safe working environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI11-2015
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Grand Rapids, MI05-2012
Skills
- Interview techniques
- Legal Research
- Litigation Support
- Evidence collection
- Background Checks
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Homicide investigations
- Report Preparation
- Defensive Tactics
- Interviewing witnesses
- Witness interviews
- Crime scene photography
- Crime Prevention
- Records Management
- Federal, state, and local laws knowledge
- Technology-savvy
- Legal knowledge
Communication Skills
- Spanish
- English
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- MCOLES
- Crisis Negotiator
- Forensic Technician
Accomplishments
- High honors in High School and College 3.57 to 3.8 GPA
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- Ottawa County Public Defender
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k matchInterests
Family
Timeline
Head Cashier
Home Depot
07.2023 - Current
Legal Investigator
Ottawa County Public Defender
02.2023 - Current
Road Patrol, School Resource Officer, Forensic Technician, Crisis Negotiator
Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office
02.2016 - 02.2023
Production Member
Thierica Inc.
01.2014 - 02.2015
Decoy
Michigan Liquor Control
08.2013 - 12.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Grand Rapids Community College
High School Diploma -
Union High School
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