Ruth Magalis Villalba Alcocer
Long Island City,NY
Summary
Dynamic attorney with extensive experience at Banco Serfinanza S.A., excelling in litigation support and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in negotiating successful settlements and managing complex case files. Adept at legal research and effective communication, driving results in high-stakes environments while fostering team collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney, Legal Recovery Department
Banco Serfinanza S.A.
Barranquilla, Colombia
01.2016 - 08.2021
- Coordinated nationwide litigation processes with external counsel to ensure effective case management
- Monitored court proceedings and ensured regulatory compliance to mitigate legal risks
- Prepared legal reports and case summaries to support informed decision-making
- Supported negotiation and settlement strategies
Recovery & Legal Analysis Executive
Servicios Financieros Serfinanza S.A.
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Reviewed legal documents to support case restructuring efforts
- Compiled comprehensive reports for credit and risk review committees to inform decision-making
- Facilitated discussions with stakeholders to establish effective repayment agreements
Legal Collections Professional
Banco Agrario de Colombia S.A.
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed legal and pre-legal collection processes to ensure compliance and timely resolutions
- Collaborated with courts and external attorneys to enhance case management efficiency
- Organized and updated case files and documentation to maintain accurate and accessible records
Education
A.A.S. - Paralegal Studies
LaGuardia Community College
New York02.2026
Specialization - Administrative Law
Universidad Libre
ColombiaLaw Degree (LL.B.) -
Corporación Universitaria Rafael Núñez
ColombiaSkills
- Litigation Support
- Legal Research
- Contract Review
- Regulatory Compliance
- Evidence Management
- Case Management
- Corporate litigation
- Document Preparation
- Document preparation
- Deadline Management
- Time management
- Negotiation strategies
- Client Communication
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Legal writing
Languages
- English
- Spanish, Native
- English, Professional Working Proficiency
Core Paralegal Competencies
- Legal Research
- Litigation Support
- Case Management
- Contract Review
- Client Communication
- Document Preparation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Evidence Management
- Deadline Management
Timeline
Attorney, Legal Recovery Department
Banco Serfinanza S.A.
01.2016 - 08.2021
Recovery & Legal Analysis Executive
Servicios Financieros Serfinanza S.A.
01.2012 - 01.2016
Legal Collections Professional
Banco Agrario de Colombia S.A.
01.2008 - 01.2010
A.A.S. - Paralegal Studies
LaGuardia Community College
Specialization - Administrative Law
Universidad Libre
Law Degree (LL.B.) -
Corporación Universitaria Rafael Núñez