U. Pamela Rivas
About U. Pamela Rivas
U. Pamela Rivas serves as the Vice President and Manager of Estate Settlement and Trust Termination Services at City National Bank, where she oversees various trust matters. She has a diverse background in law and public service, having held positions at notable firms and institutions over her career.
Current Role at City National Bank
U. Pamela Rivas serves as Vice President and Manager of Estate Settlement and Trust Termination Services at City National Bank. She has held this position since 2020, contributing her expertise in overseeing the termination and settlement of various trust matters. Rivas is responsible for the development and expansion of the Estate Settlement Services division, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive support in managing their estate and trust needs.
Previous Experience at Bank of America Private Bank
Prior to her current role, U. Pamela Rivas worked at Bank of America Private Bank from 2009 to 2020. During her 11 years there, she held several positions, including Senior Vice President, Trust Settlement Team Leader, and Trust Settlement Officer III. Her responsibilities included managing trust settlements and providing leadership within the trust division, contributing to the bank's service offerings in the Greater New York City Area.
Legal Background and Education
U. Pamela Rivas earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Rutgers Law School, where she studied from 2004 to 2007. Prior to her law degree, she completed a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) at NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service from 2000 to 2002, focusing on Public and Nonprofit Management and Policy. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Metropolitan Studies from NYU College of Arts and Science, which she completed from 1996 to 2000.
Experience in Law Firms
U. Pamela Rivas has experience in the legal sector, having worked as an Associate at Kaye Scholer LLP from 2007 to 2009. Earlier in her career, she was a Summer Associate at Lowenstein Sandler PC for one month in 2005. These roles provided her with foundational legal experience that has informed her subsequent positions in estate settlement and trust services.
Early Career at NYC Administration for Children's Services
Before entering the legal field, U. Pamela Rivas worked at the NYC Administration for Children's Services from 2001 to 2004. In her role as Policy and Program Associate and Community Coordinator for the Agenda for Children Tomorrow (ACT), she contributed to initiatives aimed at improving services for children and families, gaining valuable experience in policy development and community engagement.