Andrea Shaiti Godinez Gutierrez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Legal Program Administrator at the Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles, skilled in case analysis and client advocacy. Successfully managed a $500,000 budget for legal assistance programs, enhancing community outreach and program effectiveness. Proven ability to coordinate complex administrative processes while ensuring regulatory compliance, and building and sustaining strong partner relationships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Program Administrator
Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 03.2025
- Evaluated cases of Mexican Nationals to determine eligibility for legal assistance and reliefs (immigration, civil, criminal and labor law).
- Administered External Legal Advice Program serving over 200 participants with an annual budget of $500,000.
- Coordinated meetings with attorneys, faculty, local authorities, and community partners for program effectiveness.
- Scheduled appointments and organized meetings with local authorities, including L.A. County Public Defender’s Office.
- Conducted interviews to assess eligibility for U, T, and VAWA visas.
- Reviewed and analyzed documents to issue passports, voter registration IDs, and consular IDs for Mexican nationals.
- Analyzed cases to evaluate potential for Dual Citizenship applications.
- Reviewed vulnerable cases to identify opportunities for economic or social assistance.
- Managed logistics for official visits and diplomatic engagements at the consulate.
- Assisted in organizing community outreach initiatives to strengthen bilateral relations.
- Maintained accurate records of consulate activities and community interactions.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.
Administrative Services Manager
Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Coordinated administrative procedures between Mexican authorities and U.S. government officials.
- Maintained accurate records and files to ensure compliance with local and Mexican government standards.
- Reviewed documents to issue passports, voter registrations, and consular IDs for Mexican nationals.
- Managed administrative HR activities, including payroll processing, training, and task allocation.
- Assisted in budget preparation and expense tracking for office operations.
- Scheduled payments and facilitated communication with local businesses and service providers.
- Supervised maintenance activities and facilities services to ensure operational efficiency.
- Implemented effective strategies for streamlining workflow processes across multiple departments.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
Operations Supervisor
Siliware Concepts
Los Angeles, California
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed operational functions that enhanced productivity, including effective product promotion strategies.
- Supervised daily operations to enhance workflow efficiency and team performance.
- Reviewed contract and purchase terms between manufacturing company and clients for compliance.
- Prepared reports on operational performance metrics and presented them to management team.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Enforced safety policies to maintain a secure workplace for all employees.
Electoral Officer
Supreme Court of the State of Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes, Mexico
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Coordinated political functions for Electoral Assistance Division of Department of Political and Administrative Affairs.
- Organized measures with national organizations and electoral authorities overseeing elections.
- Collected information through direct observation based on established methodologies during electoral processes.
- Approved and implemented phases of electoral process to ensure credibility and validation of elections.
- Conducted technical assessments during contentious electoral issues among political parties and citizens in 2016 state and municipal elections.
Secretary Advisor and Magistrate's Legal Assistant
Supreme Court of the State of Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes, Mexico
11.2011 - 06.2016
- Assisted State Court Magistrate with diverse electoral and administrative responsibilities.
- Coordinated electoral staff and managed extensive case-related documentation.
- Drafted memoranda and facilitated communications between Magistrate, judges and staff.
- Provided technical advice for various judgment projects.
- Assisted in drafting court orders and maintaining accurate records of proceedings.
- Organized monthly Plenum meetings with legal representatives.
- Ensured submission of administrative proceedings related to judicial appeals from State elections.
- Organized legal documents and maintained files in accordance with court procedures.
Education
Bachelor Degree of Law -
Universidad Autonoma De Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes, Mx06-2025
Master of Laws -
Loyola Law School
Los Angeles, CA12-2024
Diploma of Participation - Response to At-Risk Missing and High-Risk Endanger
U.S. DOJ And Fox Valley Technical College
San Diego, CASkills
- Legal research
- Case analysis
- Client advocacy
- Administrative coordination
- Policy evaluation
- Document management
- Project management
- Community outreach
- Budget administration
- Program strategy development
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
U.S. Department of Justice and Fox Valley Technical College. Response to At-Risk Missing and High-Risk Endangered Missing Children
August 2022
Participation in the course organized by the International Network of Hearts; in commemoration of World Day Against Trafficking Persons.
Instituto Matias Romero. Consular training sessions
March 2022 - June 2022
Training on the different consular tasks at the Mexican Consulates. Evaluations of cases and review of different Mexican documents.
The University of Arizona - James E. Rogers College of Law
September 2021 - December 2021
Certificate in U.S. Criminal Procedure and Immigration Law
Instituto Matias Romero. Documents inspection and evaluation of identity
February 2019 – March 2019
Training on the inspection and evaluations of Mexican documents to prove identity.
University of New Mexico. International Business
September 2017 – October 2017
Analysis of the interaction between international enterprises in the business area and restrictions; basis for an international exchange of merchandise history between different countries and strategic rules of commerce.
University of New Mexico. Minor. English Language Accreditation
November 2014 - December 2014
Certificate of accreditation of the English language, by the University of New Mexico, through an international program between the government of Mexico and the USA.
Rotary International - Extracurricular activity
August 2008 - July 2009
At District 3350 in Bangkok, Thailand. As an international exchange student; attended to high-school and cultural programs at Sairi Watabsornsawan School.
Timeline
Legal Program Administrator
Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles
05.2022 - 03.2025
Administrative Services Manager
Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles
01.2019 - 04.2022
Operations Supervisor
Siliware Concepts
01.2017 - 12.2018
Electoral Officer
Supreme Court of the State of Aguascalientes
07.2016 - 01.2017
Secretary Advisor and Magistrate's Legal Assistant
Supreme Court of the State of Aguascalientes
11.2011 - 06.2016
Bachelor Degree of Law -
Universidad Autonoma De Aguascalientes
Master of Laws -
Loyola Law School
Diploma of Participation - Response to At-Risk Missing and High-Risk Endanger
U.S. DOJ And Fox Valley Technical College