JAMES RUBIN
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Arlington
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Language
32
years of professional experience
Dynamic attorney and law enforcement professional with over 20 years of experience leading domestic and international law enforcement initiatives. Proven expertise in investigative management, legal and policy consulting, and advocacy, complemented by a strong background in litigation. Skilled in directing multi-agency teams and fostering strategic multinational relationships to enhance collaboration. Committed to driving impactful results through a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks and operational strategies.
Work History
Assistant General Counsel/Supervisory Special Agent
24 Years 6 Months- Provide legal and policy guidance to FBI Executives, Agents, and Analysts regarding a broad range of topics including investigative jurisdiction, criminal discovery, ethics, operations, and international issues.
- Performed comprehensive legal research to support case development and legal strategy.
- Provide feedback into proposed legislation which potentially could impact FBI equities and provide guidance on implementation of approved legislation.
- Participation in oversight and compliance committees.
- Provide general legal counsel to several FBI Divisions including the Criminal Investigative Division, the Directorate of Intelligence, and the International Operations Division.
- Legal advisor on several sensitive high-profile issues.
Assistant Legal Attaché
3 Years- Served as principal liaison with high-ranking law enforcement officials and prosecutors across multiple Mexican states, coordinating and participating in numerous successful investigations and operations.
- Spearheaded training initiatives for Mexican officials, enhancing their capabilities and fostering strong bilateral ties while establishing new liaison partnerships.
- Investigated kidnappings of US citizens in conjunction with Federal and state Mexican law enforcement.
- Coordinated efforts with Mexican officials to identify and secure U.S. fugitives and child victims within Mexican territory.
- Lead coordinator of FBI extraditions of subjects from Mexico to the United States which included working with Mexican officials, the U.S. Department of Justice, airlines, and U.S. State Department Personnel.
- Led Mexican law enforcement team in collaboration with FBI, overseeing selection and training curriculum development.
Assistant Legal Attaché
3 Years- Managed all FBI operations in Guatemala.
- Represented FBI at Country Team Meetings, an interagency group made up of the heads of U.S. government.
- Briefed U.S. Ambassador and high-ranking U.S. and foreign officials on FBI matters.
- Managed task force made up of Guatemala law enforcement professionals which included overseeing selection, training, direction of operations, finance, logistics, training, and personnel issues.
- Principal liaison with Guatemalan Attorney General and Guatemalan National Police. Coordinated successful investigations and provided training assistance for state authorities to increase their skills and training standards while building strong ties between the U.S. and Guatemala.
- Led fugitive task force capturing numerous fugitives who were deported or extradited back to the United States.
FBI Special Agent
14 Years- Conducted complex investigations of gangs. Investigations led to dozens of arrests and convictions of gang members.
- Led and participated in numerous FBI operations including arrest warrants, search warrants, drug buys, and surveillances.
- Testified in federal court and federal grand jury.
- Recruited and operated numerous FBI informants.
- Conducted terrorism investigations focused on 9/11 hijacker activities in California and related subjects.
- Violations investigated include but are not limited to Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, failure to register as a foreign agent (FARA), fraud, crimes against children, material support of terrorism, and denaturalization.
Assistant State Attorney
4 Years- Represented the State of Florida in court handling cases of establishing paternity, child support establishment, contempt, welfare recovery, compliance with court orders, collection of support payments, and other related issues.
- Managed a team of paralegal specialists and secretaries who assisted in prosecution.
- Responsible for an extremely large caseload.
Assistant District Counsel
3 Years- Represented the State of Florida in court responsible for prosecuting cases of child abuse, child neglect, abandonment, child reunification, foster care, establishment of paternity and other related issues.
- Appeared in court daily advocating for the safety, protection, and permanency of Florida’s abused children.
- Collaborated with state investigators and social workers to gather evidence to present in court.
Education
Juris Doctor
member of Florida Bar
BA - Business Administration
- Spanish studies
Studied Spanish at UCLA and as provided by FBI and received FBI qualification as professionally proficient.
Skills
Legal analysis
Investigation skills
Client counseling
Legal compliance
Teamwork and collaboration
Legal risk assessment
Problem-solving
Law enforcement practices
Team building
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Legal Attaché
US Embassy
01.2019 - 01.2022Read More
Assistant Legal Attaché
US Embassy
01.2016 - 01.2019Read More
Assistant General Counsel/Supervisory Special Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation
01.2002 - CurrentRead More
FBI Special Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation
01.2002 - 01.2016Read More
Assistant State Attorney
Office of the Miami-Dade State Attorney
01.1998 - 01.2002Read More
Assistant District Counsel
Florida Department of Children and Families
01.1995 - 01.1998Read More
from Spanish studies
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University of South Florida
BA from Business Administration
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Loyola University
Juris Doctor
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