Christina Huffman
Roanoke,Virginia
Summary
Motivated professional with a legal background, Dedicated to maximizing the potential of those within my community. Passionate in connecting individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds, creating an environment where they can thrive.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dept. Of Justice Accredited Legal Representative
Immigrant Connection- Blue Ridge
2022.01 - Current
- Responsible for assisting multiple clients with their legal immigration cases. This includes preparing and filing immigration applications, supporting documentation, and correspondence with government agencies.
- Conduct initial client intake and assist with case management
- Research and stay up-to-date on changes in immigration laws and regulations
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
Assistant
Parkway Church on the Mountain
2021.10 - 2023.09
- Office assistant to Executive Pastor, Finance Department and Ministry Directors
- Responsible for tracking charitable giving, creating financial statements, and entering data into account software
- Collaborates on all outreach events, which serve our community.
Paralegal
Blue Ridge Legal Services
2021.06 - 2021.10
- Transcribed all legal documents, prepared affidavits, legal correspondence, and other formal documents for several attorneys
- Filed pleadings with court clerk
- Organized and maintained documents in a paper and electronic filing system.
Education
Accreditation - Immigration Law
World Relief Immigration Legal Resource Center
Online12.2022
Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Restoring Hope Roanoke
635 Elm Ave. Roanoke Va. 2401602.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Virginia Western Community College3094
3094 Colonial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 2401505.2021
Skills
- Interpersonal: Ability to work well with others, build relationships, and collaborate effectively.
- Community resources navigation
- Client Advocacy
- Document Management
Outreach
- Board member, Roanoke Valley Paralegal Association
- Member, Program Coordinating Committee for the Roanoke Envision Center
Community Service
- Serve and collaborate on planning committees and host cultural events for the community
- Network with community agencies, organizations and nonprofits which provide a variety of services to the neighborhood
- Train, support, and lead volunteers to support diverse programming
Languages
Persian
Elementary
Timeline
Dept. Of Justice Accredited Legal Representative
Immigrant Connection- Blue Ridge
2022.01 - Current
Assistant
Parkway Church on the Mountain
2021.10 - 2023.09
Paralegal
Blue Ridge Legal Services
2021.06 - 2021.10
Accreditation - Immigration Law
World Relief Immigration Legal Resource Center
Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Restoring Hope Roanoke
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Virginia Western Community College3094
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