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Handle Federal and State criminal, civil, appellate, immigration cases and municipal cases.
Attorney - Rigney Law Firm - McAllen, Texas
(2013-09)
Handle Federal and State criminal, civil, appellate, immigration cases and municipal cases.
City Attorney - City of Mission - Mission, Texas
(2024-06 - 2026-03)
Act as legal advisor to the City of Mission City Council, City staff, various boards and commissions. Research, interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in preparation of opinions and briefs. Prepare various legal documents relating to municipal operations including contracts, ordinances, resolutions, MOUs, Inter-local agreements, releases, leases and other legal documents. Advise commission and staff regarding open meeting laws, public information act, election matters, zoning laws, ordinances.
Council meetings and a variety of Board and Commission meetings. Responsible for supervision of the legal department staff.
Of Counsel - Denton Navarro Rodriguez Bernal Santee & Zech, P.C.
(2024-02 - 2024-06)
Act as legal advisor to various Cities, Municipalities and Districts throughout Texas. Research, interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in preparation of opinions and briefs. Prepare various legal documents relating to municipal operations including contracts, ordinances, resolutions, MOUs, Inter-local agreements, releases, leases and other legal documents.
City Attorney - City of Pharr - Pharr, Texas
(2015-08 - 2023-06)
Act as legal advisor to the City of Pharr City Council, City staff, various boards and commissions. Research, interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in preparation of opinions and briefs. Prepare various legal documents relating to municipal operations including contracts, ordinances, resolutions, MOUs, Inter-local agreements, releases, leases and other legal documents. Advise commission and staff regarding open meeting laws, public information act, election matters, zoning laws, ordinances.
Council meetings and a variety of Board and Commission meetings. Responsible for supervision of the legal department staff.
Assistant United States Attorney - United States Attorney's Office, Southern District of Texas - McAllen, Texas
(2008-02 - 2013-09)
Investigate and prosecute violations of Federal laws primarily involving immigration, drugs, firearms, and money laundering. Research and respond to legal issues raised in direct appeals and 2255 motions. Present appellate arguments before the Federal Magistrate Courts in 2255 hearings and in Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals hearings.
Staff Attorney/Briefing Attorney to Justice Dori Contreras Garza - Thirteenth Court of Appeals - Edinburg, Texas
(2004-12 - 2007-11)
Draft published and memorandum opinions for both civil and criminal appellate matters. Make recommendations and draft orders for all motions and original proceedings. Prepare Justice for oral argument and motion practice and advise Justice on suggested dispositions for appeals. Participate in court-wide circulation and editing of opinions. Supervise internship program and provide guidance for preparation of opinions and disposition of issues. Provide support for internship programs.
Attorney Ad Litem - University of Texas at Austin Children's Rights Clinic - Austin, Texas
(2004-08 - 2004-12)
Represent children in lawsuits involving removal or termination of parental rights. Participate in court hearings, prepare and file pleadings, provide support at mediations and appear at trial on the merits. Negotiate with relevant parties to facilitate the best outcome for clients. Manage communications with clients and caregivers and conduct interviews with parents and witnesses.
Law Clerk - Grove, Ehlinger & Deaderick - Austin, Texas
(2003-07 - 2004-12)
Support active litigation practice, through preparation and drafting of motions, briefs, and discovery. Provide legal research and analysis, and perform various tasks related to ongoing matters.
7th Grade Language Arts Teacher - Pharr-San Juan-Alamo I.S.D. - Pharr, Texas
(2001 - 2002)
Develop and teach English and Language Arts program to students.
Community Advisor - The University of Texas Pan American - Edinburg, Texas
(2000-08 - 2001-05)
Plan programs to enhance personal, social, health, and academic needs of college students. Enforce university policies and meet with students, staff members, and university officials to discuss administrative and academic matters.
Administrative Assistant/Substitute Teacher Supervisor - Pharr-San Juan-Alamo I.S.D. - Pharr, Texas
(1997-09 - 2000-05)
Develop and conduct training programs for teachers, substitutes and administrators, and pre-screen applicants. Process employee paperwork for new hires and retirements. Prepare and tabulate bid specifications. Manage community inquiries regarding school policies. Prepared board letters and agenda items for school board meetings.
Juris Doctor - The University of Texas School of Law (2004-12)
B.A. - Speech Communication, with an emphasis in Organizational Communication - The University of Texas Pan American (2001-08)
