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Skills

● Effective communication and social skills fundamental to law and paralegal practice through interviewing a new client, contacting an expert, taking the statement of a witness, scheduling a court report. Serving as a liaison between clients, experts.
● Observation and evaluation of the interviews with new clients
● Research and investigation (regarding case facts and properly cite legal authority. Solid legal investigation skills in civil, business, and immigration necessary for tracking down medical records, evidence, documents, and witnesses).
● Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness (investigation of the case of the clients).
● Handle communication with clients, witnesses, etc.
● Locate and develop case relevant information (trough internet research and previous cases).
● Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence (Microsoft Word).
● Answer potential clients phone calls.
● Maintain contact lists of clients (Trough cellphone).
● Excellent customer service skills (assisting clients with any questions of the legal process)
● Experience with a variety of office equipment (handling printers, computers systems, Microsoft Office, phone calls, etc).
● Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
● Immigration Law & Procedures: Asylum (I-589), Cancellation of Removal (42B), Adjustment of Status (I-485), Work Permits (I-765), Family Petitions (I-130), Green Card Renewal (I-90.
● Court & Agency Filings: BIA Appeals, Motions to Reopen, EOIR Hearings, DHS Service, ECAS portal management
● Federal Litigation Support: Mandamus actions, PACER research, evidence preparation
● Legal Support: legal research (INSZOOM), client intake, fact-finding, affidavit notarizations
● Provide notarizations for affidavits, sworn statements, and immigration-related documents.
● Assist clients with legal document authentication and compliance.
● Ensure proper execution of acknowledgments, oaths, and affirmations.
● Language: Fluent in English and in Spanish.

About

Bilingual (English/Spanish) Paralegal and Legal Assistant with over 2 years of experience in immigration law, litigation support, and client services. Skilled in preparing, filing, and managing cases before Immigration Court (EOIR), USCIS, DHS, and the U.S. District Court (Southern District of Texas), with strong knowledge of removal proceedings, defensive asylum (I-589), cancellation of removal (42B), motions to reopen, and BIA appeals. Experienced in using the ECAS portal for electronic filings.

Proven ability in notarizations (affidavits and sworn statements), case research, drafting legal documents, and managing client communications. Adept at handling high-volume caseloads, supporting attorneys in hearings, and ensuring compliance with immigration procedures. Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.