MRMaría Rico
@mariarico
Detail-oriented legal professional with expertise in compliance and negotiation.
CanadaWhat I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented and organized professional with extensive experience in legal representation, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance. My background includes managing complex legal cases and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, which has honed my analytical and problem-solving skills. I take pride in my ability to prepare comprehensive reports and manage documentation with meticulous attention to detail.
Throughout my career, I have successfully improved operational efficiencies, such as enhancing document retrieval processes by 20% and reducing processing errors by 15%. My role as a lawyer involved managing a portfolio of 112 legal cases, where I collaborated with cross-functional teams to mitigate legal risks and ensure favorable outcomes. I am committed to maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism in all my communications and interactions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Administrative Associate
My Treatment Space
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
As an Administrative Associate, I improved document retrieval efficiency by 20% and reduced processing errors by 15% through meticulous report preparation and claim processing. I ensured 100% compliance with Ontario health regulations and developed data privacy policies to safeguard patient confidentiality.
Lawyer
National Penitentiary and Prison Institute
Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 (5 years)
Managed a portfolio of 112 legal cases, resolving complex legal challenges and reducing legal risks by 35%. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to communicate legal interpretations and support informed decision-making.
Lawyer
Milky Importations
Apr 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 8 months)
Ensured compliance with importation and customs regulations while reviewing and negotiating over 50 contracts. Implemented risk mitigation strategies that reduced legal issues by 30% and improved overall efficiency by enhancing company KPIs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CCCentennial College
Postgraduate Diploma, Global Business Management
2023 - 2024
Grade: 4.01/4.5
Canadian International Freight Forwarder Association
CIFFA Certificate, International Freight Forwarding
2023 - 2024
WOWorld Intellectual Property Organization
General Course, Intellectual Property
2016 -
Completed the General Course on Intellectual Property, gaining foundational knowledge in intellectual property rights and their implications.
URUniversidad del Rosario
Juris Doctor, Commercial Law
2007 - 2013
Grade: 4.0/5.0
Earned a Juris Doctor with a major in Commercial Law, focusing on legal principles and practices relevant to commercial transactions.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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