
Passionate about the intricacies of law, I possess a solid foundation in various facets of legal studies, including International Public Law, Legal Research & Writing Analysis, Federal Trial Advocacy, Civil Procedure, and Mediation & Arbitration Practice and Advocacy. With a track record of academic excellence, I seamlessly bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. My expertise lies in conducting meticulous legal research, insightful analysis, and crafting compelling arguments through persuasive writing. I am committed to leveraging my legal education to make substantive contributions within the legal sphere. Adaptability is a cornerstone of my approach-I thrive in multidisciplinary environments, collaborating seamlessly with diverse teams while navigating complex challenges. My aspiration is to harness my legal skills not just to address existing issues but to drive impactful change and offer innovative solutions within the legal landscape. I welcome connections and discussions to explore new professional avenues or engage in conversations about my work. Please feel free to reach out to me at jose.rivmelendez@gmail.com. I'm enthusiastic about forging new connections within the legal community and am open to any thoughts, comments, or questions ***Technical Proficiencies*** Software Proficiency: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ArcMap, R Legal Research Tools: Westlaw Edge, Lexit (LexisNexis), Web Search Operating Systems: Apple OS, Windows OS, Linux OS
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Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
Legal Assistant
Robles Law Group
May 2024 - Jan 2025
Volunteer Student Legal Intern
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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Jan 2023 - Apr 2023
EPA Region-2 Office of Regional Counsel, Caribbean Team
Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
U.S. Forest Service
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Apr 2021 - Aug 2021
Modoc National Forest, Devil's Garden/Warner Mountains Ranger District, Alturas, CA
Bureau of the Census Enumerator
U.S. Department of Commerce
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Feb 2020 - Oct 2020
Puerto Rico
Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) National Wildlife Research Center
USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
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Jun 2018 - Feb 2019
Puerto Rico
Field Interviewer
Research Triangle Institute International/Headway HR Solutions, Inc.
Jan 2014 - Sep 2017
Puerto Rico
Field Technician
North C arolina State University
Jan 2010 - Nov 2010
El Verde Experimental Field Station, El Yunque, PR.