Lirymar Rivera has over 10 years of experience in healthcare, legal, and criminal justice fields. She holds an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice and Liberal Arts from Springfield Technical Community College as well as a BA in Legal Studies with a concentration in Forensic Studies from Bay Path University, where she maintained a 3.6 GPA and was a member of the National Legal Honor Society. Currently, Rivera works as an intern at the Springfield Public Defender's Office, assisting with investigations, witness interviews, and court attendance. She has a history of healthcare roles including nursing assistant positions providing home care. Rivera also has experience in legal reception and campus security. She maintains high professional standards and strong references from her legal studies professors.

1. Lirymar Rivera
396 Nottingham Street Springfield, Ma 01104
413-204-5690
lirrivera@baypath.edu
Education
Bay Path University, Longmeadow, MA
• BA Legal Studies (Major concentration- Forensic Studies) (January 2014- May 2016)
• GPA- 3.60, in American Bar Association approved paralegal program
• Dean’s List (All semesters)
• Lambda Epsilon Chi (National Legal Honor Society—requires 3.7 gpa in legal courses)
Relevant coursework: Litigation, Evidence, Tort Law, Legal Research and Writing, Computer
Assisted Legal Research, Real Estate Law, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Law, Criminalistics,
Employment Law.
Springfield Technical Community College, Springfield, MA
• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice (May 2011)
• Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts (May 2014)
• Dean’s List (all semesters)
Job History
Springfield Public Defender’s Office: Springfield, MA (April 2016- current) Intern
• Assist with investigations
• Talk to witnesses, victims, friends, family, and anyone involved.
• Go out to talk to people in their homes or job.
• Attend court proceedings.
• Use research tools to locate people and get numbers and addresses.
• Use Casey to input case information.
Caring Solutions: West Springfield, MA (October 2012- current) Nurse’s Assistant
• Provide great care to clients and make them feel comfortable in their home.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Arrive 15 minutes prior to shift to receive report.
• Maintain flexibility to cover shifts and able to adapt to any new client.
• Monitor clients and report any changes or concerns to the nurse.
Access Family Chiropractic: Springfield, MA (December 2013- June 2014) Receptionist
• Arrive at the office prior to start of shift to open up the office and set up the schedule.
• Interact with and greet patients in a fast-paced environment.

2. • Record information accurately and enter into computer system.
• Maintain office neat, clean, and welcoming.
• Make appointments, authorize, and verify insurance.
Stavros: Springfield, MA (July 2012- January 2013) Personal Care Assistant
• Provide care to client in her home.
• Maintain a neat and clean appearance.
• Correctly and efficiently perform activities of daily living such as; bathing, clothing,
feeding, and transporting to and from activities.
University of Massachusetts: Amherst, MA (August 2010- November 2010) Cadet
• Monitor campus for suspicious activity or activities that may require police attention.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance.
• Perform building and dorm rounds.
• Act quickly in emergency situations, such as altercations or fights.
Loving Care Agency: Springfield, MA (October 2009- July 2010) Home Health Aide
• Provide care to autistic twins such as; bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Implement effective, educational activities into their routine.
• Transport to and from school.
• Attend activities outside of their home.
• Monitor for any seizures or changes in behavior and report to mom.
• Work with their mom to figure out what’s best for their well-being.
Country Estates of Agawam: Agawam, MA (June 2008- March 2012) Certified Nurse’s
Assistant
• Provide care to clients in a nursing facility.
• Arrive prior to shift to receive report.
• Reduce stress between aides by suggesting teamwork with certain clients.
• Efficiently chart and record all care done.
• Monitor for changes or irregular behavior, and report to nurse.
• Inspect rooms to make sure housekeeping was complete and patients are safe.
• Attend yearly trainings to keep up with certifications requirements.

3. References
John O. Woodruff, J.D., Professor of Law
Office: 413-565-1238 E-mail: jwoodruff@baypath.edu
Ann Dobmeyer, J.D. Dean of Research and Academic Resources Professor of Law
Office: 413-565-1271 E-mail: adobmeyer@baypath.edu
Justin Dion, J.D. Chair Bay Path University, Assistant Professor of Legal Studies Department
Office: 413-565-1305 Email: jdion@baypath.edu