Alba Vanegas
Township of Washington,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Administrative and Legal Support Professional with 15+ years of experience delivering comprehensive operational support. Expert in HR administration, immigration case management, and legal documentation with proven success in ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing office efficiency. Bilingual (English/Spanish) Notary Public with extensive experience supporting diverse client needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Legal & Immigration Forms Specialist
Freelance
Township of Washington, NJ
05.2013 - Current
- Prepared and filed complex immigration forms including I-130, I-485, and N-400.
- Provided certified notary services and professional bilingual translations for legal documents.
- Guided clients through USCIS, NVC, and various government online systems.
- Assisted with unemployment applications and other government processes.
Administrative Assistant
John Leckie Inc
Hackensack, NJ
09.2011 - 09.2025
- Trusted as a go-to professional across multiple engagements between 2011-2025, consistently hired back to manage a diverse portfolio of critical office and operational functions.
· Managed full-cycle HR processes including employee onboarding, status changes, and E-Verification compliance.
· Maintained and organized confidential employee databases and personnel files.
· Served as primary translator for Spanish-speaking employees, facilitating clear communication and fostering an inclusive workplace.
· Leveraged a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to provide secure and punctual student transportation, integrating critical logistical support with primary administrative duties.
· Prepared and processed all business correspondence, memos, and official documentation correspondence, memos, and official documentation
Immigration Case Manager
Cella & Associates, LLC
Clifton, NJ
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Prepared and filed immigration applications including DACA, asylum, and family petitions
- Conducted client interviews and managed case documentation
- Coordinated with government agencies and tracked application status
Immigration Coordinator
Cognizant (via Premier Group)
Teaneck, NJ
02.2015 - 03.2015
- Audited H-1B visa applications for compliance and completeness
- Processed visa documentation and managed secure distribution
Paralegal Intern
Brandon J. Broderick, LLC
Hackensack, NJ
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Assisted attorneys with legal document preparation and case file organization
- Conducted research and compiled evidence for legal proceedings
- Managed scheduling and maintained confidential client information
Administrative Assistant
FDR Services Corporation
Paterson, NJ
09.2005 - 11.2009
- Provided executive support to C-level management and sales representatives
- Processed accounts payable, payroll documentation, and weekly operational reports
- Maintained HR records and enforced company policies
Education
A.A.S. - Paralegal Studies
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ03-2014
Skills
- HR administration and compliance
- Immigration case management
- Legal document preparation
- E-verification processing
- Bilingual communication
- Notary public services
- Client relations and support
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database management
- USCIS form preparation
- Pro se legal assistance
- Government form navigation
- Quality assurance
- Cross-cultural communication
- Digital literacy
Certification
• Notary Public Commission-State of New Jersey
• Business Administration Certification-The Cittone Institute
• Paralegal Associates Degree-BCC Paramus, NJ
• Business Administration Certification-The Cittone Institute
• Paralegal Associates Degree-BCC Paramus, NJ
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Immigration Case Manager
Cella & Associates, LLC
03.2015 - 07.2015
Immigration Coordinator
Cognizant (via Premier Group)
02.2015 - 03.2015
Paralegal Intern
Brandon J. Broderick, LLC
01.2014 - 05.2014
Freelance Legal & Immigration Forms Specialist
Freelance
05.2013 - Current
Administrative Assistant
John Leckie Inc
09.2011 - 09.2025
Administrative Assistant
FDR Services Corporation
09.2005 - 11.2009
A.A.S. - Paralegal Studies
Bergen Community College