José M. Lugo
639 South Broad St
Summary
For over 17 years, I trained as a political and legal theorist with an emphasis on research and writing. I have a PhD in Political Science (Dec. 2022), and a Juris Doctorate (May, 2013). I'm currently an attorney at law and a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (2024), with a practice in immigration and criminal law. I am a dedicated individual who is eager to put my research, writing, analytical and teaching skills to practice in a challenging academic setting. Additionally, my bi-cultural/bilingual (English/Spanish) background makes me attune to the diversity of thoughts, norms, and morals of students in our multi-cultural American society.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney at Law
Ibrahim and Dobaria Law, LLC
11.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded client meetings to thoroughly understand their immigration or criminal or family legal needs and strategize appropriate solutions.
- Delivered persuasive oral arguments in court proceedings that resulted in favorable rulings for clients'' cases.
- Managed cases efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and client needs while maintaining high standards of quality work.
Paralegal
Marcia Binder Ibrahim Law
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
PhD Student
Ph.D Candidate, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
03.2016 - 12.2022
- Researched and proofed my dissertation on the political and moral consequences of targeted killing in war.
- Conducted research and wrote extensively on political and legal relevant to current events.
- Worked, as a professor’s assistant, where I helped conduct classes of undergraduate students.
Law clerk
Appellate Court Of Puerto Rico
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Conducted legal research and writing for the Honorable Justice of the Appellate Court of Puerto Rico
- As a law clerk I Investigated legal questions and drafted opinions for appellate rulings.
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
Student Legal Practictioner
Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Student practitioner at the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Legal Clinic.
- Provided legal representation for low-income clients in various areas of civil law.
Airman - Security Forces
United States Air Force
05.2001 - 05.2005
- Formed part of a security system that maintained the safety and security of nuclear assets at Kirtland AFB, NM
- Provided law enforcement functions on base, to include patrol, security, and criminal investigations.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
Education
Ph.D. - Political Theory /Comparative Politics
Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Master of Arts - Political Science
Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Juris Doctorate - Law
Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Skills
- Political theorist; Legal and political analyst; Legal research and writing; Bilingual English/Spanish;
Publication
Lugo, Jose M. (2012). "Doctrina de contactos mínimos y su crisis ante las páginas de subasta"
Revista de Derecho Puertorriqueño - Año 2012 Vol. 52 No. 1
Presentations
John Locke and Carl Schmitt: State of Exception
Uruguay Political Science Association (2016)
Personal Information
Title: PhD, JD
Languages
English
Timeline
Attorney at Law
Ibrahim and Dobaria Law, LLC
11.2024 - Current
Paralegal
Marcia Binder Ibrahim Law
04.2023 - 11.2024
PhD Student
Ph.D Candidate, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
03.2016 - 12.2022
Student Legal Practictioner
Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico
08.2012 - 12.2012
Law clerk
Appellate Court Of Puerto Rico
01.2012 - 05.2013
Airman - Security Forces
United States Air Force
05.2001 - 05.2005
Master of Arts - Political Science
Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Juris Doctorate - Law
Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Ph.D. - Political Theory /Comparative Politics
Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
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