Christopher Vallejo Aragundi
Quito
Summary
Accomplished legal professional with a proven track record at the International Organization for Migration, IOM, adept in legal negotiations and document preparation. Skilled in legal research and client communication, streamlined processes for enhanced efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage complex caseloads and foster collaborative dispute resolutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
National Legal Assistant
International Organization for Migration, IOM
07.2023 - Current
- Provide advice in legal negotiations with official counterparts in order to channel solutions and safeguard the interests of the organization.
- Provide legal support in the drafting of legal documents signed by the mission, such as cooperation agreements, notes and memorandums of understanding, service contracts, implementation contracts, donations, provision of supplies, resolutions, addenda to work contracts and supervision of legal procedures.
- Provide advise during the negotiation of other legal instruments that are generated between the mission and its counterparts.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting contracts or providing support to other areas accurately.
- Streamlined internal processes for increased efficiency in handling legal matters, such as contract drafting and review.
Field Assistant
International Organization for Migration, IOM
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Promotion and protection of the human rights of migrants.
- Provide direct assistance and address the concerns of migrants and refugees about current migration regulations, regularization processes, access to social services, access to humanitarian assistance, protection systems, among other issues related to their social and economic inclusion.
- Assistance and case management of victims and persons at risk of gender-based violence, human trafficking, and migrant smuggling.
- Training and institutional strengthening for government institutions on issues of protection of the rights of people in conditions of human mobility, victims of gender-based violence and human trafficking.
Attorney
Freelancer
12.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Presented compelling oral arguments in court hearings and trials that resulted in favorable rulings for clients.
- Participated in mediation sessions leading to cost-effective resolutions without resorting to lengthy trial procedures.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Provided pro bono services to underrepresented populations within the community, ensuring access to quality legal representation for all individuals regardless of income level or background status.
ICLA Assistant
Norwegian Refugee Council, NRC
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Provide information, counseling, and legal assistance on the claim or access to basic rights of people in vulnerable situations due to displacement or forced migration.
- Provide information and legal assistance to asylum seekers, refugees and people in need of international protection.
- Provide technical support to local authorities, to increase their capacity to respond to vulnerable people needs.
In-House Lawyer
Grupo RIASEM
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Monitored legislative developments impacting the business closely to remain proactive in addressing any required changes.
- Streamlined internal processes for increased efficiency in handling legal matters, such as contract drafting and review.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific regulations to ensure the company remained compliant at all times.
- Management of various procedures in corporate, contractual, administrative, intellectual property matters.
- Advice on labor law.
- Founding and management of commercial companies.
- Drafting of commercial contracts.
- Legal representation in judicial, administrative, arbitration and mediation venues.
Education
Master of Science - Constitutional Law And Human Rights
Universidad Católica De Santiago De Guayaquil
Guayaquil, EC08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Law
Universidad Católica De Santiago De Guayaquil
Guayaquil, EC12-2017
Skills
- Fast learner
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft office
- File organization
- Legal document preparation
- Client communication
- Administrative support
- Legal research
- Client relations
- Writing and editing
- Proofreading
- Case management
Certification
- Contract Law Training Certificate
- International Migration Law Certificate
- International Negotiations Training Certificate
- Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
National Legal Assistant
International Organization for Migration, IOM
07.2023 - Current
Field Assistant
International Organization for Migration, IOM
01.2021 - 04.2023
ICLA Assistant
Norwegian Refugee Council, NRC
10.2019 - 04.2020
In-House Lawyer
Grupo RIASEM
09.2018 - 09.2019
Attorney
Freelancer
12.2017 - 12.2020
- Contract Law Training Certificate
- International Migration Law Certificate
- International Negotiations Training Certificate
- Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments Certificate
Master of Science - Constitutional Law And Human Rights
Universidad Católica De Santiago De Guayaquil
Bachelor of Science - Law
Universidad Católica De Santiago De Guayaquil
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