Raul Arballo
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Dedicated paralegal specializing in legal compliance and document drafting, with a strong track record in case management. Proven success in enhancing client communication and streamlining processes to support victims in military justice cases. Detail-oriented with extensive experience in legal document preparation and client engagement. Skilled in coordinating multidisciplinary teams to improve victim support services and ensure adherence to judicial standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Victims' Paralegal
Air Force, Victims' Counsel Directorate
Kirtland Air Force Base, NM
04.2024 - Current
- Supported attorneys by preparing legal documents for military justice cases, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on case status.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal documents for military justice cases.
- Engaged with clients to collect essential information and deliver timely updates on case status, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Attended hearings to support victims and ensure their rights were upheld.
- Organized case files and maintained accurate documentation for ongoing cases.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline victim support services, improving accessibility and response times.
Second Air Force NCOIC, Military Justice
Air Force, Headquarters Second Air Force
Biloxi, Mississippi
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Evaluated cases to ensure legal compliance and uphold judicial standards, contributing to fair legal outcomes.
- Drafted legal opinions and judgments grounded in thorough case findings and applicable laws, enhancing clarity in legal proceedings.
- Reviewed legal cases for compliance with relevant laws and judicial standards.
- Ensured that all parties involved in a case received fair treatment throughout the judicial process.
- Assessed admissibility and relevance of evidence, motions, and pleadings to ensure fair proceedings.
- Collaborated with attorneys to clarify legal issues and case details.
- Applied advanced technical skills to troubleshoot complex legal issues, facilitating effective resolutions.
NCOIC, Civil/Operational Law
Air Force, 81st Training Wing
Biloxi, Mississippi
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Drafted legal documents for civil litigation, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal requirements.
- Researched applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to contract administration.
- Managed case files and organized discovery materials, enhancing accessibility for case preparation.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline contract processes.
- Coordinated project timelines and ensured compliance with legal standards.
- Coordinated project timelines, ensuring compliance with legal standards and timely delivery of documentation.
- Prepared legal documents for civil litigation cases.
- Assisted attorneys during depositions and court proceedings.
- Mentored junior paralegals on best practices in legal documentation and research methods.
Military Justice Paralegal
Air Force, 81st Training Wing
Biloxi, Mississippi
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence to enhance case preparation and facilitate client communication.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for case preparation and client communication.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Coordinated scheduling of depositions, meetings, and court appearances to optimize legal team efficiency.
- Organized case files and maintained documentation to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on case status.
- Researched relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles to support case strategies.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
- Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
- Investigated potential violations of civil rights or criminal law through interviews and surveillance techniques.
- Provided support services for internal investigations involving employee misconduct or fraud allegations.
- Monitored developments in relevant areas of law such as criminal procedure rules and changes in legislation affecting civil rights issues.
- Gathered background information about defendants in criminal cases using online resources.
Education
BBA - General Management
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM12-2026
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2025
Skills
- Contract review
- Document drafting
- Motion drafting
- Document preparation
- Case management
- Discovery management
- Civil litigation
- Criminal law
- Civil law
- Legal compliance
- Legal research
- Evidence analysis
- Public records research expertise
- Family law
- Policy research
- Legal analysis
- Document filing
- Attorney support
- Project coordination
- Team collaboration
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Time management
- Client communication
- Policy research
- Legal analysis
- Document filing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Victims' Paralegal
Air Force, Victims' Counsel Directorate
04.2024 - Current
Second Air Force NCOIC, Military Justice
Air Force, Headquarters Second Air Force
08.2023 - 05.2024
NCOIC, Civil/Operational Law
Air Force, 81st Training Wing
09.2022 - 08.2023
Military Justice Paralegal
Air Force, 81st Training Wing
10.2020 - 09.2022
BBA - General Management
University of New Mexico
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Community College of The Air Force