Sergio Alberto Rodriguez Ponce
Aneheim,CMX
Summary
Dynamic Senior Associate Attorney with extensive trial experience at Ibargo Legal Consultants, specializing in civil, commercial, and family law. Proven track record in contract drafting and legal analysis, achieving favorable outcomes through strategic case management and collaboration. Adept at training junior associates, enhancing team performance and client service delivery. Motivated to expand my legal knowledge and skills internationally, with a strong interest in advancing my studies at USC Gould School of Law.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate Attorney
Law Firm Ibargo Legal Consultants
02.2022 - Current
- Drafted comprehensive lawsuits, collected evidence, and managed documentation.
- Litigated civil, commercial, and family cases, including evidence presentation and arguments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on multi-disciplinary cases to achieve optimal results for clients.
- Trained junior associates in legal research, writing techniques, and courtroom etiquette for professional development.
- Filed ordinary and extraordinary legal remedies: revocations, appeals, and both direct and indirect amparos.
- Drafted civil and commercial contracts.
- Represented clients in family matters such as divorces, child support, custody and parental rights, and adoptions.
- Handled governmental procedures for registration of judgments and contracts at the Public Property and Commerce Registry.
- Managed procurement of official documents such as birth, marriage, and death certificates.
- Led complex litigation cases, ensuring compliance with legal standards and regulations.
- Developed strategic case strategies, resulting in favorable outcomes for clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize client service delivery and case management.
- Prepared comprehensive legal documents, including briefs and contracts, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Achieved favorable outcomes for clients by skillfully drafting and negotiating complex contracts, agreements, and settlements.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
Junior Attorney/Litigation Paralegal
Rodríguez Martín Del Campo & Associates International Legal Firm
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Conducted legal research and analysis to support case strategies and client consultations.
- Streamlined the trial preparation process for senior attorneys, resulting in more efficient case management.
- Supported successful litigation outcomes with well-prepared courtroom presentations and exhibits.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, pleadings, and legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Assisted in preparing clients for depositions, hearings, and trials through comprehensive briefings.
- Collaborated with senior attorneys on complex litigation cases to refine arguments and strategies.
- Litigated civil, commercial, and family law cases; managed client portfolios.
- Drafted and filed lawsuits, followed judicial processes, and handled legal remedies.
- Filed appeals, revocations, and amparos.
Legal Intern – Paisano Program
Instituto Nacional De Migración
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Managed the Paisano Program, providing legal advice to migrants deported from the USA.
- Offered legal orientation and support in repatriation procedures.
- Conducted legal research to support immigration case evaluations and recommendations.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
Education
English Course - English
University Extension And Continuing Education (CETYS)—
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico06-2025
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Law
Universidad Autonoma De Baja California
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico12-2023
Master’s Degree in Constitutional Law And Amparo - Law
Centro De Estudios De Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico12-2023
Skills
- Contract drafting
- Legal research
- Trial experience
- Family law
- Business law
- Civil law
- Civil litigation
- Argument writing
- Oral argument
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Legal analysis
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Senior Associate Attorney
Law Firm Ibargo Legal Consultants
02.2022 - Current
Junior Attorney/Litigation Paralegal
Rodríguez Martín Del Campo & Associates International Legal Firm
02.2018 - 01.2022
Legal Intern – Paisano Program
Instituto Nacional De Migración
07.2017 - 09.2017
English Course - English
University Extension And Continuing Education (CETYS)—
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Law
Universidad Autonoma De Baja California
Master’s Degree in Constitutional Law And Amparo - Law
Centro De Estudios De Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco