Self-directed and proactive Senior Paralegal with 8 years of legal experience. Familiar with case management, document coordination and research requirements. Top-notch skills in communication, organization and prioritization of work. Natural problem-solver possessing strong cross-functional understanding of information technology and business processes. Background includes providing first-rate legal support in immigration law. Disciplined and detail-oriented with remarkable administration skills, relevant certifications and enthusiasm for making a difference.
Skills
PERM Filing and Procedure
I-140 Filing and Procedure
Adjustment of Status Filing and Procedure
Legal Forms Drafting
Legal Correspondence
Legal Case Management
Filing System Organization
Case Management
Petition Coordination
Data Compiling
Client Communication
Proofreading and Editing
Task Prioritization
Deadline Monitoring
Case Summaries
Calendar Management
Complex Problem Solving
Document Management
Microsoft Office
Experience
11/2022 to 04/2023
Senior Business Immigration Analyst First Republic – San Francisco, CA,
Communicated with clients/stakeholders, within SLAs/team protocols and with a precise, efficient, thoughtful, and organized response.
Anticipated the client's needs and proactively deliver information and updates.
Generated clear, well-organized written work product that demonstrates the accurate application of immigration knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Participated in client meetings and calls.
Maintains a deep understanding of procedural and processing requirements for various immigration application types and/or clients.
Utilized technology for efficient work processing and ensures that data is entered accurately.
Independently completed casework and assignments efficiently and accurately, and effectively triage and re-prioritized tasks as necessary.
Trained new employees, and provided informal coaching and mentoring.
Met team and/or individual billing/productivity goals.
Demonstrated a continuous improvement mindset and regularly looked for opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization.
02/2021 to 10/2022
Business Immigration AnalystWts International, Inc. – Honolulu, HI,
Worked on all stages of the PERM process on the Microsoft and E-group team in order to help foreign nationals attain permanent residency.
Drafted and filed applications and petitions with government agencies under attorney supervision.
Corresponded with clients and compiled documents for filing.
Gathered and maintained confidential client contact information in our proprietary case management system.
Provided status updates to clients and senior level team members.
Met assigned deadlines and communicated case progress/status/issues.
03/2020 to 01/2021
Senior Business Immigration CoordinatorSandoval & James, Pllc – Austin, TX,
Worked on all stages of the PERM process on the Microsoft team in order to help foreign nationals attain permanent residency.
Drafted documents for attorney review.
Corresponded with clients and compiled documents for filing.
Worked as a senior team member to train and lead other team members.
07/2018 to 03/2020
Team Support Specialist IIFragomen Immigration Services – City, STATE,
Assisted foreign nationals to begin the green card process.
Compiled documents and drafted forms in order to assist foreign nationals from major corporations to obtain and maintain their immigration status.
Drafted letters on behalf of foreign nationals to gather supporting evidence for their petitions filed on their behalf.
Ensured that foreign nationals maintained compliance with U.S. standards and procedures.
rained another Fragomen office on how to begin the green card process.
Correspond with foreign nationals on a daily basis to provide assistance with their cases.
06/2017 to 06/2018
Team Support SpecialistFragomen Immigration Services – City, STATE,
Assisted foreign nationals to begin the green card process.
Compiled documents and drafted forms in order to assist foreign nationals from major corporations to obtain and maintain their immigration status.
Drafted letters on behalf of foreign nationals to gather supporting evidence for their petitions filed on their behalf.
Ensured that foreign nationals maintained compliance with U.S. standards and procedures.
10/2015 to 05/2017
Assistant Paralegal (Temp)Fragomen Immigration Services – City, STATE,
Compiled documents and drafted forms in order to assist foreign nationals from major corporations to obtain and maintain their immigration status.
Drafted letters on behalf of foreign nationals to gather supporting evidence for their petitions filed on their behalf.
Ensured that foreign nationals maintained compliance with U.S. standards and procedures.
06/2013 to 05/2016
Head LifeguardCity Of Campbell – City, STATE,
Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
Explained safety rules and procedures regarding activities to patrons and guests to inform and educate.
Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.
Guard and protect the pool to ensure the safety of the patrons.
Teach basic swim lessons to babies through pre-teens.
Mentor and lead lifeguards and junior lifeguards.
11/2014 to 05/2015
Paralegal InternSanta Clara County District Attorney's Office – City, STATE,
Compiled Discovery to be sent to the defense.
Drafted letters and legal documents.
Made copies of Discovery, Scanned, and Bate-stamped documents.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2015
Associate of Arts: Paralegal Studies De Anza College - Cupertino, CA GPA:
3.8 GPA
Graduated magna cum laude
Expected in 06/2011
Associate of Arts: Film And Video Production De Anza College - Cupertino, CA GPA:
3.8 GPA
Graduated magna cum laude
Expected in 06/2011
Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts And General Studies De Anza College - Cupertino, CA GPA:
3.8 GPA
Graduated magna cum laude
Expected in 12/2004
Associate of Arts: Animation And Art Design The Art Institute of Houston - Houston, TX GPA:
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