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Anay Gonzalez Lopez

West Palm Beach,FL

Summary

While my past background is in the legal field, my true calling lies in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)—a transition deeply motivated by my journey as a parent to a daughter diagnosed with ASD. Navigating her diagnosis taught me that while there is no cure for autism, ABA stands out as the premier, scientifically proven treatment capable of making a profound difference. This passion led me to enroll in a Master’s program to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).To build a strong clinical foundation, I am eager to start working immediately as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and begin accumulating my supervised fieldwork hours. I want to experience firsthand the daily responsibilities of an RBT, master data collection, and ensure consistent care-plan follow-through. I view the RBT role as the foundational rock of the services ABA offers to clients and families.My previous legal experience translates directly into high-quality clinical practice. I bring advanced skills in detailed documentation, deadline tracking, and client support, which will directly ensure accurate session notes and reliable collaboration with supervising clinicians. I am uniquely well-suited for fast-paced ABA settings that depend on steady observation, organized record-keeping, and the meticulous implementation of treatment plans.

Overview

2
2
Languages
26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Devore Law Group, P.A.
Palm Beach Garden, FL
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintain over 95% filing accuracy across visa packets, supporting documentation, and USCIS case preparation.
  • Manage several cases simulationsly with organized intake tracking, deadline tracking, and attorney-ready status updates.
  • Draft and send client correspondence, then coordinate documentation requests to support timely case assembly.
  • Interview clients directly to clarify immigration needs and explain the process in clear, accessible terms.
  • Prepare K-1, immigrant, and nonimmigrant visa applications, plus adjustment of status, citizenship, family petitions, waivers, extensions, and U visa.
  • Review files regularly, consult the attorney on a case-by-case strategy, and prepare status reports for clients and supervising attorneys.
  • Translate Spanish documents into English and interpret verbal communications to keep clients informed throughout the immigration process.

Senior Paralegal

Cavanaugh Law Group
West Palm Beach, FL
02.2015 - 12.2021
  • Drafted client correspondence and helped clients gather documentation for immigration cases, maintaining clear and confidential communication.
  • Prepared visa applications and supporting documents for family-based, U, B-2, and follow-to-join asylum cases.
  • Tracked multiple deadlines and managed several time-sensitive cases simultaneously to keep filings moving on schedule.
  • Prepared USCIS filings for adjustment of status, citizenship, family petitions, waivers, asylum, and U visas.
  • Reviewed case files regularly, consulted attorneys, and prepared status updates for clients and supervising attorneys.
  • Translated documents into Spanish and interpreted verbal communications to help clients understand the immigration process.
  • Trained new paralegals for four years at Cavanaugh Law Group using self-created onboarding strategies.

Law

Lawyer Cuban Justice System
Granma, Cuba
09.2000 - 06.2010
  • Presided over civil, family, and criminal trials, issuing final decisions as a judge.
  • Facilitated labor-law guidance for employee and management disputes, balancing policy requirements with practical resolution.
  • Researched legal issues and drafted opinions, studies, and reports to support informed decisions.
  • Interpreted legal instruments, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and internal policies for governing bodies.
  • Cross-examined witnesses and prepared proposals, agreements, and contracts while reviewing legal materials for compliance.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Purdue Global
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
07-2027

Paralegal Certificate Program - Paralegal

FAU
Boca Raton, FL
12-2014

Law School - Law

Oriente University
Cuba
07-2000

Skills

  • Cultural competence
  • Problem solving
  • Adaptability
  • Effective communication
  • Confidentiality
  • Document preparation
  • Data collection
  • Technological proficiency
  • Research

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Paralegal

Devore Law Group, P.A.
01.2022 - Current

Senior Paralegal

Cavanaugh Law Group
02.2015 - 12.2021

Law

Lawyer Cuban Justice System
09.2000 - 06.2010

Law School - Law

Oriente University

Paralegal Certificate Program - Paralegal

FAU

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

Purdue Global