DIANA HIGUITA
MEDELLIN,ANT
Summary
Experienced legal professional with over 14 years of expertise in medical law, litigation and legal consulting, including recent hands-on experience as an independent Immigration Document Preparer for U.S. immigration matters.
Founder and former CEO of a healthcare-focused law fimr, with strong expertise in leadership, case management, legal research, document drafting and client support.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Immigration Document Preparer
Independent Contrator
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Prepared and reviewed USCIS immigration forms under attorney supervision.
- Managed multiple document requests simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail.
- Organized and validated supporting documentation for immigration cases.
- Drafted affidavits, cover letters, and case summaries.
- Tracked deadlines and maintained accurate case files.
Founder & Legal Consultant
LEGAL HEALTH SAS
Colombia
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Leadership and Team Management: Successfully led multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and efficiency to achieve organizational objectives.
- Healthcare Legal Expertise: Delivered consultancy, training, and development of legal concepts in healthcare law, tailored to the unique needs of corporate clients and healthcare professionals.
- Client and Financial Management: Oversaw client portfolios, including corporate clients, ensuring personalized legal strategies while optimizing financial performance and cost efficiency for the firm.
- Litigation and Representation: Provided strategic legal representation in professional liability cases within the healthcare sector, achieving favorable outcomes and reinforcing trust with high-profile clients.
- Innovative Legal Solutions: Designed and launched the first prepaid legal protection product aimed at healthcare professionals, integrating financial sustainability with proactive legal prevention.
Legal Advisor
Sociedad Colombiana De Anestesiología Y Reanimació
Colombia
02.2014 - 12.2018
- Managed and represented cases involving civil, administrative, and ethical medical liability proceedings.
- Drafted and responded to legal complaints, appeals, and third-party warranty claims.
- Provided legal assistance and advisory services to healthcare professionals during pre-litigation stages.
- Developed legal opinions and analyses on various healthcare law topics.
- Presented compelling arguments during trial proceedings, securing favorable verdicts on behalf of clients.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of relevant legal issues through ongoing professional development, enhancing the quality of representation provided to clients.
- Advised clients on potential risks associated with specific actions or decisions based on thorough evaluation of the legal landscape.
Professor – Specialization in Medical Law
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
Colombia
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Taught the module on ethical liability as part of the course on sanctioning responsibilities within the specialization program in Medical Law.
- Provided academic guidance to students in the analysis of ethical accountability in the healthcare field.
Litigation Attorney
Self-employeed
Colombia
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Provided independent legal advice and representation to individuals and companies in civil, labor, and family law matters before local courts and tribunals.
- Managed judicial and extrajudicial processes, including notarial, administrative, and conciliation proceedings before local courts.
- Prepared clients for depositions and trial testimony, enhancing their credibility as key witnesses.
- Actively participated in mediation sessions, effectively advocating for client interests while working towards amicable resolutions.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case arguments and inform litigation strategies.
- Reduced client liability by meticulously analyzing legal documents and evidence.
Education
Postgraduate Degree in Medical Law - Healthcare Law, Medical Liability, Ethical Respons
02-2014
- Research Project: Postgraduate Research Project
Title: "El consentimiento informado y la comprensión de la información" (Informed consent and understanding of the information)
Project Overview:
Conducted a bibliographic study examining the constitutional rulings of the Colombian Constitutional Court from 1991 to 2000, analyzing the conceptual trends regarding "Informed Consent" and "Understanding of Information." The research focused on problematic cases related to the cognitive capacity of patients to accept or reject medical treatments.
Key Findings:
- Found that understanding information is an essential requirement for informed consent, rooted in the constitutional principle of autonomy.
- Identified that healthcare professionals must verify that the information provided to obtain consent is fully understood by the patient or a relevant substitute when necessary, based on the patient's specific circumstances.
Bachelor's Degree in Law - Law (Jurisprudence)
12-2009
Technical Degree in Judicial Research - Judicial Research (Incomplete)
12-2003
Skills
- Legal Research and Writing
- Case Management
- Medical Malpractice & Healthcare Law
- Immigration Document Preparation (US)
- Legal Document Review
- Regulatory Compliance & Legal Risk Management
- Client Communication and Support
- Civil and Administrative Law
- Confidential Information Handling
- Medical Records Review and Legal Analysis
- Remote Legal Support
- Bilingual Legal Drafting (Spanish–English)
- Time Management and Deadline Control
- Attention to Detail
- Professional Ethics and Legal Judgment
Certification
- Immigration Paralegal Training. Paralegal Institute of the Americas. 2023, October
- Defensive Asylum. Paralegal Institute of the Americas. 2023, October
- Legal Writing. Paralegal Institute of the Americas. 2023, October
- Diploma in Mediation. Colegio Antioqueño de Abogados. 2011
- Training in Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms. Colegio Antioqueño de Abogados. 2011
- Communication Skills in Legal Strategies. SCARE. 2014
Languages
Spanish
English