Ru Li

Experienced Paralegal specializing in legal research, document drafting, and trial preparation. Demonstrated success in training and mentoring adult learners while ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong communication skills facilitate effective relationships with clients and colleagues. Previous contributions led to improved office efficiency and faster case resolutions.

• Native Mandarin Chinese
• Proficient Cantonese Chinese

Marital Status: Virginia Notary Public Veteran (U.S. Navy)

• PERSONNEL & PAY SPECIALIST, U.S. Navy, Groton, CT, 12/01/04, 03/31/10, Calculated and verified complex pay entitlements, advancements, and bonuses based on standardized federal regulations., Reviewed and adjusted pay accounts, ensuring 100% accuracy in financial disbursements and allotment elections.
• PARALEGAL & OFFICE MANAGER, U.S. Navy, Global Assignments, 08/01/14, 08/31/24, Performed meticulous legal research and managed case files for commands of up to 5,000 personnel., Interpreted and applied complex military and federal statutes to ensure administrative accuracy.

• INSTRUCTOR / COURSE COORDINATOR, U.S. Navy, Newport, RI, 07/01/18, 07/31/21, Delivered high-level technical training and classroom instruction to diverse groups of adult learners., Reviewed and revised learning objectives and prepared comprehensive test items to assess student proficiency., Identified learning gaps and provided one-on-one counseling to students to resolve academic learning problems., Evaluated instructional materials and training results to provide recommendations for continuous program improvement.
• VITA VOLUNTEER (Tax Preparation & Financial Literacy), Various Locations, Managed a self-service tax preparation center, providing direct assistance and educational support to active-duty personnel and retirees.