Sophia Parra
About Sophia Parra
Sophia Parra serves as the Assistant Vice President at the American Arbitration Association in Fresno, California, a position she has held since 2022. With a background in law and education, she has progressed through various roles within the organization and has significant experience in legal document preparation and team management.
Current Role at American Arbitration Association
Sophia Parra serves as the Assistant Vice President at the American Arbitration Association (AAA) in Fresno, California. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's mission of providing efficient dispute resolution services. In her current role, she develops and oversees a team of 15 members, focusing on enhancing the operational efficiency of the AAA's services.
Previous Positions at American Arbitration Association
Prior to her current role, Sophia Parra held multiple positions at the American Arbitration Association. She served as the Director of ADR Operations from 2019 to 2022 and as Manager of ADR Services from 2017 to 2019. Her career at AAA began as a Case Administrator from 2016 to 2017. These roles provided her with a comprehensive understanding of alternative dispute resolution processes.
Educational Background
Sophia Parra earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley, where she studied from 2007 to 2010. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Secondary Education and Teaching from Brandman University, part of the Chapman University System, from 2016 to 2019. Her academic background supports her expertise in legal and educational fields.
Legal Expertise and Skills
Sophia Parra possesses extensive knowledge of federal and state court statutes and deadlines, particularly within the California Code of Civil Procedure. Her experience includes drafting and finalizing legal documents, such as pleadings and correspondence, gained during her tenure as a paralegal in a civil litigation firm. This expertise enhances her effectiveness in her current role at the AAA.
Early Career Experience
Before her tenure at the American Arbitration Association, Sophia Parra worked as a Sales Associate at Nordstrom in the San Francisco Bay Area from 2008 to 2011. This early career experience provided her with valuable customer service skills and insights into retail operations, which complement her professional development in the legal and arbitration sectors.