Brittany Waters
The Colony,TX
Summary
Dedicated Corporate Immigration Paralegal with a proven track record of success. Skilled in managing complex caseloads, conducting thorough legal research, and drafting accurate and timely legal documents. Passionate about providing exceptional client service and ensuring compliance with immigration laws and regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP
01.2024 - Current
- Efficiently manage a high volume of corporate immigration cases (H-1B, I-130, I-140, Employment/Family Based AOS, I-751) from intake to completion.
- Provide timely and accurate support to attorneys and clients, including email communication, case updates, and document preparation.
- Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategies and ensure compliance with immigration regulations.
- Utilize document and data management system to maintain accurate records and generate insightful reports.
- Collaborate effectively with attorneys and team members to ensure seamless case execution.
Immigration Assistant
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP
07.2022 - 01.2024
Vendor Specialist
Title Clearing & Escrow, LLC aff Fay Servicing
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked with department heads to collect and follow up on information for new vendor onboarding.
- Created and maintained information collected from vendors to be used as resources for operational needs including P&Ps where needed.
- Provided training and guidance to departments regarding vendor processes and resources as they pertained to the daily operations as well as provided vendors with general systems trainings and job aids.
- Ensured contract, insurance, and other key vendor information was present and up to date for all vendors.
- Performed due diligence reviews and risk assessments at new vendor onboarding and annually or quarterly.
- Created, edited, and managed vendor scorecards (quality, turn times, adherence to pricing schedules, etc.) to monitor vendor performance using reports or data provided from operational departments as well as tracked remediations resulting from significant quality control findings.
Senior Default Title Specialist
Title Clearing & Escrow, LLC aff Fay Servicing
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Delegated tasks, and ensured timely and accurate completion of work.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.
- Managed and coordinated with third-party vendors to ensure timely delivery of title products and resolve issues.
- Conducted rigorous quality control checks to minimize risk and ensure accurate title documentation.
- Communicated effectively with clients and attorneys to address concerns and provide updates.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to understand complex legal requirements and ensure compliance.
Senior Sales Specialist
Marinosci Law Group
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Monitored and processed client steps, ensuring timely completion to prevent delays.
- Oversaw incoming correspondence, including faxes and emails, and drafted/sent out necessary documents like reinstatement and payoff quotes.
- Provided exceptional customer service to debtors, clients, trustees, and attorneys by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing updates on foreclosure status, reinstatement/payoff requests, and legal compliance matters.
- Processed bankruptcy filings and sale cancellations, and ensured adherence to RESPA/FDCPA regulations.
- Conducted thorough pre-sale audits to identify potential issues, ordered necessary documents like VA appraisals, and reviewed sale title updates for any impediments.
- Ordered and received sale title updates.
- Drafted and uploaded chronologies, determined third-party sales and surplus funds, and processed final disbursements to clients and third-party purchasers.
Default Specialist
Marinosci Law Group
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Handle batches of invoices, ensuring accurate billing and timely payment.
- Ordered and reviewed title updates related to foreclosure sales.
- Oversaw third-party and surplus funds, ensuring proper allocation and disbursement.
- Created fee and cost estimates, and drafted reinstatement and payoff letters.
- Reviewed bidding instructions and distributed them to auctioneers to facilitate smooth auction processes.
Expert Team Leader
RGIS Inventory Specialist
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Maintained precise inventory records by inputting all transaction data.
- Conducted physical inventory counts and promptly updated computer systems.
- Efficiently and accurately recorded inventory for businesses of all sizes.
- Oversaw inventory teams ranging from 2 to 20 individuals.
Education
Paralegal Studies
Navarro College
Waxahachie, TXHigh School Diploma -
Waxahachie Global High School
Waxahachie, TX2014
Skills
- Time Management
- Detail-Oriented
- Legal Research
- Multitasking
- Case Management
- Document Drafting
- Organization
- Client Service
- Personable
Timeline
Paralegal
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP
01.2024 - Current
Immigration Assistant
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP
07.2022 - 01.2024
Vendor Specialist
Title Clearing & Escrow, LLC aff Fay Servicing
02.2022 - 07.2022
Senior Default Title Specialist
Title Clearing & Escrow, LLC aff Fay Servicing
04.2019 - 02.2022
Senior Sales Specialist
Marinosci Law Group
06.2018 - 04.2019
Default Specialist
Marinosci Law Group
04.2017 - 06.2018
Expert Team Leader
RGIS Inventory Specialist
01.2016 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Waxahachie Global High School
Paralegal Studies
Navarro College
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