Marcos A. Díaz-Galarza
San Juan
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at the Universidad de Puerto Rico, specializing in higher education law and legal counseling. Proven track record in drafting legal documents and managing complex cases, while effectively collaborating with diverse teams. Adept in oral debate and alternative dispute resolution, and responsible for ensuring university's regulations are upheld.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Abogado V
Universidad De Puerto Rico Recinto De Río Piedras
07.2003 - Current
Legal counseling for the Campus Chancellor and other management officials
Campus legal representative
Agreement evaluation and recommendations
Agency internal adjudication processes as campus legal representative
Work in internal regulation development and proposals
Legal documents drafting and writing
Legal documents evaluations and recommendations
Associate Director Legal Advisor
Legal Advisor Office, Central Administration, University of Puerto Rico
07.2022 - 06.2025
Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
Legal counseling for the University President and other management officials
University legal representative
Agreement evaluation and recommendations
Agency internal adjudication processes as Universty's legal representative
Work in internal regulation development and proposals
Legal documents drafting and writing
Legal documents evaluations and recommendations
Student Ombudsman
University of Puerto Rico at Bayamón
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
07.2002 - 06.2003
Advice in student rights and duties
Alternative dispute resolution recommendations
Informal mediator between campus administration and students
Chancellor's advisor on student community issues and situations
Student guidance and referrals for service and problem solutions
Education
J.D. -
University of Puerto Rico Law School
University Of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus05-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus
07-1996
Skills
- Case management
- Government Agency legal experience
- Oral debate
- Legal writing
- Team work
- Higher Education Law
Additional Information
Admitted to practice as lawyer in Puerto Rico since August 6, 2002.
Notary Public
RUA 14118
Timeline
Associate Director Legal Advisor
Legal Advisor Office, Central Administration, University of Puerto Rico
07.2022 - 06.2025
Abogado V
Universidad De Puerto Rico Recinto De Río Piedras
07.2003 - Current
Student Ombudsman
University of Puerto Rico at Bayamón
07.2002 - 06.2003
J.D. -
University of Puerto Rico Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus