Víctor Lebrón Acevedo
San Sebastian
Summary
Dynamic law graduate specializing in civil and criminal procedure, with bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Expertise in utilizing Office applications and legal databases, including Lexis Nexis and Nexis AI, to conduct thorough legal research and documentation. Proven track record in crafting public policies, legal memorandums, and lawsuits, demonstrating exceptional verbal, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Adaptable and prepared to excel in diverse environments, consistently employing a proactive approach to every assignment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Practitioner
PUCPR LEGAL AID CLINIC
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Served as a trusted advisor to clients during challenging times, providing empathetic and effective counsel throughout their legal proceedings.
- Handled complex litigation matters from inception through trial preparation or settlement negotiation successfully.
- Drafted persuasive legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to positive case outcomes.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Managed over 14 claims in civil and criminal law
Assistant Lecturer
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, participation, assignments, and grades while adhering to strict confidentiality standards.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as study groups or tutoring sessions to further support student success outside the classroom setting.
- Adapted lesson plans based on student feedback and progress data, ensuring optimal content delivery for improved understanding.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Supervisor: PhD. Ramon A. Guzman, may contact for reference [787-981-8481]
Tutors Section
Student Aid Program, Pontifical Catholic University
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.
- Make use of the Lexis Nexis classroom platform to design and upload the assignments
- Supervisor: Prof. Ileana Pérez, may contact for reference at [787-759-0518]
Education
Juris Doctor - Civil And Criminal Law
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, Law School
Ponce, Puerto Rico06.2025
Master of Arts - Government And Public Policy
Inter American University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Puerto Rico
Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico06.2018
Skills
- Detailed legal assessment
- Contract and brief writing
- Case law investigation
- Skilled in MS Office tools
- Lexis proficiency
- Strong task management
- Collaborative teamwork skills
- Strategic issue resolution
- Customer engagement strategies
Affiliations
- Colegio de Abogados y Abogadas de Puerto Rico Capitulo Estudiantil de la PUCPR
- Federal Bar Association PUCPR Chapter
- National Latino/Hispanic Law Student Association PUCPR Chapter (Vice-President)
- Student Peer Counsel Program, Student Counselor; University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Luis A. Ferré, Executive Internship, Department of Justice, Ponce, P.R. June-July 2023
- Detailed to the Ponce District Attorney Office. Attended to drug, civil, and criminal court hearings. Prepared progress reports and assessments.
- Hours: 140 in fourth weeks.
Instituto Ortega-Marañón, Centro de Estudios Internacionales, Toledo, España May-June 2022
- Performed a compendium and comparative analysis of literary works that have influenced the legal system in both Europe and Latin America. Legal research of comparative civil law analysis of the Family-Property-Obligations under the Civil Codes of Spain and Puerto Rico.
- Hours: 60 in fourth weeks.
Baltasar Corrada del Rio Internship, Department of State of Puerto Rico, San Juan, P.R. September- December 2020
- Contacted government officials in various departments to coordinate the retrieval of reports of their agencies' achievements and completed work for government transition meetings.
- Worked with interns and contractors to assist in the logistical organization of transition meetings and ushered government personnel, agency officials, and their invitees.
- Hours: 16 per week
Timeline
Law Practitioner
PUCPR LEGAL AID CLINIC
08.2024 - 05.2025
Assistant Lecturer
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
08.2023 - 12.2023
Tutors Section
Student Aid Program, Pontifical Catholic University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Master of Arts - Government And Public Policy
Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Puerto Rico
Juris Doctor - Civil And Criminal Law
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, Law School