MARÍA GUERRERO
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Qualifying as a Lawyer in the courts of Mexico by May 2024, member of Resolution, and a candidate for barrister
accreditation in the Mexican Bar, with plans for cross-qualification in the Courts of England and Wales through the SQE.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Laws, with a focus on International Relations, University Anahuac Merida,
Yucatán, Mexico, 2019 - 2024, on track to graduate with Honours.
For my qualification, I completed +480 hours of required qualified work experience, and 480 hours of social service
and passed the official qualification exam (EGEL).
Year 1 modules: Microeconomy, Theory of the State I, Fundamental Legal Principles, History of International Relations,
Macroeconomy, International Discourse and Diplomacy, Mexican Foreign Policy, French I and II;
Year 2 modules: Roman Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law, Procedural Theory, History of Mexican Law, Elements of Litigation,
Family Law;
Year 3 modules: Tort Law, Theory of the State II, Criminal Procedural Law, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Employment Law,
Constitutional Law, Commercial Law, Contract Law;
Year 4 modules: Public Administration Law, Employment Procedural Law, Social Security Law, Succession Law, Commercial
Contract Law, Tax Law, Public International Law,
Year 5 modules: Civil and Commercial Procedural Law, Private International Law, Philosophy of Law, Theory and Practice of
Judicial Review and Appeals, Technology Law and Data Protection, Intellectual Property Law, Customs Law, Notary Law.
Study Abroad Programme, University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, Jan - May 2021,
First-class honours.
Modules: Human Rights, Data Protection Law, Trial Advocacy, Victimology.
Secondary Education, El Paso High School, Texas, United States of America,-,
4.0759 GPA, Ranked 40 out of 346
EXPERIENCE
Paralegal, MEXLAW, Mérida, Yucatán, August 2023 - present.
This role has given me broad practice in Real Estate, commercial and property law, contractual disputes, mediation, fiduciary services,
notarial services, and trusts, in addition to facilitating international client liaison.
• Strong legal writing skills for drafting legal documents including contracts, addendums, property titles, wills, pleadings, and appeals,
in both Spanish and English.
• Proficiency in conducting meticulous contract review and extensive legal research.
• Provided valuable support to lawyers managing and updating case files on Clio, paying attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
• Ample experience communicating effectively with clients and opposing counsel, leveraging bilingual proficiency for precise and
effective communication.
• Conducted thorough Due Diligence and Title Searches, to identify all risks and liabilities associated with acquisitions.
• Managed cases independently, enhancing proficiency in legal research, client communication, and collaboration.
Administrative Assistant, UH Solar Energy, February 2023 - August 2023.
• Played an integral part as the primary point of contact, providing essential support to the CEO and managers.
• Collaborated effectively with associates to optimise sales operations and logistics, showcasing strong organisational
skills and adeptness in managing complex workflows.
• Responsible for data input and meticulous organization of company files.
• Served as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring seamless communication.
• Responsible for the CEO's diary, ensuring effective coordination and organisation of multiple arrangements.
Lead Copywriter, UH Solar Energy, Texas, United States of America, March 2023 - July
2023
• Proficiency in conducting ample market research.
• Skilled at preparing presentations for key stakeholders, clients and sales team.
• Developed vital skills in proofreading and editing content.
• Responsible for creating comprehensive weekly reports to present to sales teams and the CEO.
Writer, Freelance, 2020 - 2023
From 2020 to 2023, I embarked on a freelance writing venture that significantly enriched my written communication skills and
cultivated strong interpersonal abilities for client relationship development and maintenance. I managed this project alongside my
other professional and educational commitments, demonstrating effective task prioritisation and exceptional organisational skills.
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Executive Administrative Assistant, Horizone Construction 1 LTD, Texas, United States
of America, May 2020 - April 2021
• Provided essential administrative support to the entire office, concurrently handling receptionist duties.
• Responsible for filing and organising ongoing project files, including various contracts with contractors and subcontractors.
• Drafted various documents as directed by the office manager, including lien releases, purchase orders, payroll reports, Tax
Exemption Certificates, bid packages, and loan/reimbursement requests.
• Responsible for the data input of various company records.
• Ample practise reviewing the terms and conditions of construction contracts.
• Ensured meticulous record-keeping of all company files, including scanning, printing, and organising documents for seamless
retrieval.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Throughout my life, I have gained extensive volunteer experiences that have contributed immensely to my professional and
personal development. These experiences have enriched my problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, allowing me to analyse
complex situations, navigate challenges and gain vital interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.
Volunteer, Ciudad de la Alegría A.C., Quintana Roo, Mexico, August 2017 - June
2018
Before starting university, I participated in this year-long volunteer programme in Quintana Roo.
• Supported nursing home staff in their daily tasks.
• Served as an English teacher, creating weekly lesson plans, and conducting sessions for a group of 30+ children.
• Participated in a two-week construction project in several marginalized villages in the south of Mexico.
• Collaborated on initiatives addressing social issues like limited education access, teenage marriages, early-onset alcoholism,
financial management, and domestic violence, highlighting the impact of community-driven solutions.
Assistant event coordinator, Universidad Anahuac, Yucatán, Mexico, September
2018 - June 2019
• Organised events targeted at 500+ students and alumni.
• Coordinated a team of 20+ students.
• Oversaw the budget management of the event.
Volunteer programme coordinator, Soñar Despierto A.C., Yucatán, Mexico, May
2019 - March 2020
• Recruited and trained over 700 volunteers.
• Managed various event logistics.
• Supported the association's ongoing fundraising strategies.
Copywriter, Grae Matta Foundation, London, UK, January 2023 - September 2023
I supported this UK-based foundation that focuses on advancing and promoting mental health in the workplace by creating industryspecific policies, standards and services. This role has given me experience working in a fully remote environment.
Volunteer, University Anahuac, Mérida, Yucatán, September 2023 - present.
• Involved in the initial planning stages of a podcast under the direction of the University.
• Collaborated closely with the University to ensure adherence to their established standards and guidelines.
• Strategised podcast objectives and implementation strategies.
• Responsible for writing scripts for each podcast episode.
SKILLS
Proficient in the drafting and review of legal
documents in both Spanish and English
Skilled in constructive client communication
Typing speed of 60-65WPM
Ample administrative assistant experience
Adept knowledge of arbitration and mediation
practices
Proficiency in Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Google
Suite, Slack, Notion, Asana, Clio and DocuSign
Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English
Basic reading and conversational skills in French
ACHIEVEMENTS
Virtual Work Experience Programme, Clyde & Co, United Kingdom, January 2024.
Virtual Work Experience Programme, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), United Kingdom, July 2023.
Awarded ‘Best Delegate’ in 2021, Model UN, University of Anahuac, representing Belgium, received an ‘Honourable Mention’
representing the UK in 2022 and was awarded a recognition of ‘Skilled Negotiator’ representing Russia in 2023.
Certificate of Computer Software and Media Applications in the Legal Field, University of Anahuac Mexico, 2022 - 2023.
Certificate of Social and Philosophical Foundation of Education, University of San Juan Pablo II, Mexico, 2018 - 2019
Certificate in Translation, Dual-Magnet Programme, El Paso High School, Texas, United States of America, 2013 - 2017
REFERENCES
Cinthya García, Senior Partner |-Judge Rogelio Leal Mota, Law School Lecturer |-Maricarmen Sabido, Law School Mentor and Lecturer |-Marcelo Urrea, CEO at UH Solar Energy |-Ada Bonilla, Office Manager at Horizone Construction |-
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