Jason M. Rivera Delgado
SAN JUAN
Summary
Bilingual legal professional with over a decade of experience in legal compliance, administrative law, regulatory strategy, and public-sector consulting, particularly within federally funded programs such as CDBG-DR/MIT. Proven track record in managing complex caseloads, driving internal policy reforms, and representing government interests in judicial and legislative arenas. Expertise in legal research, contract negotiation, regulatory auditing, and fostering cross-agency collaboration enhances the ability to navigate intricate legal landscapes and deliver impactful results. Committed to advancing organizational objectives through strategic legal insights and solutions.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Advisor Manager
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
02.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
- Direct strategic planning for legal functions under the agency’s 100-Day Plan.
- Coordinate litigation matters before Puerto Rico's Court of Appeals, Court of First Instance, and Supreme Court.
- Oversee compliance documentation, case records, and confidential materials.
- Lead internal audits to evaluate legal and operational controls.
- Advise executive leadership on regulatory frameworks and corrective action plans.
- Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
Appeals Manager
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
- Supervised legal advisors and officers; developed KPIs and team deliverables.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, regulations, and legal instruments for program implementation.
- Represented the Department before courts, municipalities, and the Legislature.
- Managed appeals, administrative procedures, and resolutions of litigation.
- Served as Acting Director during absences.
- Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
Legal Compliance Manager
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
- Advised the Secretary and leadership on legal implications of federal and state policies.
- Directed legislative analysis and drafted explanatory memoranda and proposed bills.
- Ensured program compliance via policy design, internal audits, and stakeholder coordination.
- Managed responses to agency queries, participant complaints, and legal requests.
- Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
Legal Advisor
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
- Provided legal counsel on programmatic implementation and regulatory interpretation.
- Reviewed contracts, legislative drafts, and legal opinions related to CDBG-DR initiatives.
- Contributed to hearings and authored legal strategies for policy design.
- Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
Legal Officer
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Company Overview: Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
- Prepared litigation documents, resolutions, subpoenas, and fact-finding reports.
- Participated in hearings and coordinated evidence discovery and legal briefings.
- Served as liaison with Department of Justice on pending legal opinions.
- Legal Division, CDBG-DR Program
Attorney
Office of the Ombudsman for the Elderly (OPPEA)
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided legal representation in abuse and neglect cases involving the elderly.
- Drafted motions, appeals, legal education materials, and legislation analysis.
- Led cross-agency coordination for case resolution and public education workshops.
- Achieved a 90% resolution rate of assigned caseloads.
Provider Contract Specialist
MSO of Puerto Rico
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Reviewed and approved healthcare provider contracts under Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.
- Audited compliance and oversaw system configuration for contracting processes.
- Provided recommendations to senior leadership and evaluation committees.
Client Associate
Xerox Services
01.2000 - 08.2018
- Managed client service delivery for high-profile accounts including Pfizer and the Senate of PR.
- Maintained confidentiality and operational efficiency across service contracts.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
01.2017
Skills
- Legal research expertise
- Proficient in Westlaw navigation
- Skilled in using LexisNexis
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- QNXT proficiency
- Adept at coordinating health services initiatives
- DocuSign
- OnBase
- Proficient in Microsoft Teams
- Proficient in Zoom
- Skype for Business
Certification
- Admitted to Puerto Rico Bar, 2019-01-01, 90.6%
- Notary Public, 2018-01-01
- Certified Member – ACFE (Fraud Examiner)
- Government Contracting Certified
Languages
Spanish
English
Legal Internship
Department of Justice – Criminal Law Division, 2008-05-01, Assisted prosecutors in criminal investigations, legal research, and evidence analysis., Supported internal compliance reviews and inter-agency coordination.
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Title: Attorney at Law & Notary | Legal & Compliance Strategist | CDBG-DR Program Specialist
Timeline
Legal Advisor Manager
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
02.2025 - Current
Appeals Manager
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
02.2024 - 02.2025
Legal Compliance Manager
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
08.2022 - 01.2024
Legal Advisor
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
10.2021 - 08.2022
Legal Officer
Department of Housing of Puerto Rico
12.2020 - 10.2021
Attorney
Office of the Ombudsman for the Elderly (OPPEA)
02.2020 - 11.2020
Provider Contract Specialist
MSO of Puerto Rico
05.2019 - 01.2020
Client Associate
Xerox Services
01.2000 - 08.2018
Juris Doctor -
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
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