Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Notary Public
Self-employed
03.2021 - Current
Enhanced client satisfaction by providing efficient notary services and maintaining a high level of professionalism.
Ensured accuracy in document preparation for various legal transactions, resulting in a streamlined process for clients.
Conducted thorough reviews of each document presented, reducing errors and increasing client confidence in the process.
Department of Justice Accredited Representative
World Relief Seattle
01.2020 - 09.2021
Provide legal advice to refugee and immigrant clients
Complete and submit various immigration forms
Provide Certified English Translation of Legal documents from Spanish to English
Paralegal/Immigration Legal Advocate
Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland – Migration & Refugee Services
11.2014 - 12.2019
Organize and maintain client files and databases
Provide general administrative support for attorneys such as preparing correspondence, emailing, copying, answering phones, and drafting and filing documents
Assist in the preparation of all immigration applications or petitions for immigration court
Provide Spanish language translation and interpretation as necessary
Conduct outreach activities and events
Market the program to prospective clients, communities, and agencies.
Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Department of Justice Accredited Representative
Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland – Migration & Refugee Services
06.2016 - 12.2019
Manage the Ohio Detainee Justice Initiative (ODJI) Grant
Facilitating Know Your Rights (KYR) presentations in Seneca and Geauga jails
Work with partner agencies for case placement
Provide consultations and legal advice to clients in the Cleveland and Painesville office and outreach events including the Detroit Mexican Consulate
Prepare and submit immigration forms to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)
Attend USCIS interviews, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) check-ins, and EOIR hearings with clients.
Senior Legal Assistant/Accounts Payable
Jennifer I. Peyton, Attorney At Law, LLC
06.2007 - 11.2014
Prepare court motions and filings
Assist in the preparation of all immigration applications or petitions for Immigration Court or US Citizenship and Immigration Services
Provide certified English translations of documents from Spanish to English
Manage and track client payments through GoClio software.
Bilingual Poll Worker
Cuyahoga County Board Of Elections
11.2012 - 11.2013
Provide interpreting to Spanish speaking voters
Assist voters with check-in and submitting ballots.
Education
Master's Degree - Nonprofit Administration and Leadership
Cleveland State University
05.2013
Bachelor's Degree - Nonprofit Administration
Cleveland State University
08.2012
Skills
Over 14 years working with multi-ethnic communities
Experienced working in a fast-paced and culturally sensitive environment
Notable Attributes
Native English and Spanish speaker – fluent in speaking, reading, and writing
Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe proficient
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Elementary
Timeline
Notary Public
Self-employed
03.2021 - Current
Department of Justice Accredited Representative
World Relief Seattle
01.2020 - 09.2021
Department of Justice Accredited Representative
Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland – Migration & Refugee Services
06.2016 - 12.2019
Paralegal/Immigration Legal Advocate
Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland – Migration & Refugee Services
11.2014 - 12.2019
Bilingual Poll Worker
Cuyahoga County Board Of Elections
11.2012 - 11.2013
Senior Legal Assistant/Accounts Payable
Jennifer I. Peyton, Attorney At Law, LLC
06.2007 - 11.2014
Master's Degree - Nonprofit Administration and Leadership