Ernest Zefi
Dobbs Ferry,NY
Summary
Resilient legal professional with 5+ years’ experience in real estate litigation and property transactions. Skilled in legal research and contract drafting. Brings international legal background, U.S. legal education, and fluency in Albanian, English, and Italian, with a strong focus on immigrant justice and housing law.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Law Office Beti Beno Law Group P.C.
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation and filing of immigration petitions and applications, handling a high volume of cases.
- Communicated with clients to gather necessary documentation and information, and ensure compliance with immigration laws
- Conducted legal research to support attorneys in complex immigration cases, including asylum and deportation defense
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents and correspondence for attorney approval
Property Manager
TNDA, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed legal aspects of the property: Lease Agreements, Rent Financial Matters, Property Maintenance, and Repairs.
Real Estate Office Specialist
State Department of Albania
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed legal aspects of property transactions, including drafting and reviewing contracts, compliance with land use and zoning regulations.
- Drafted and negotiated real estate contracts ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
Lawyer
E. Zefi Law Office
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Drafted legal memoranda, performed detailed legal research, and supported attorneys in case preparation.
- Produced high-quality legal research that contributed to favorable case outcomes.
- Identified and analyzed legal precedents to support defense and prosecution strategies.
Legal Assistant
M. Lleshi Law Office
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Provided legal consultation on immigration law and real estate matters, including property purchases, leases, and development projects.
- Represented clients in real estate litigation, mediation, and negotiations.
Education
LL.M. - Real Estate Law
Fordham University School of Law
New York, NY05.2025
Master’s Degree - Criminal Law
University of Justiniani I
07.2013
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - undefined
University of Shkodra “Luigi Gurakuqi”
07.2010
Skills
- Real Estate Litigation
- Commercial lease management
- Landlord-Tenant Law
- Contract Drafting
- Property Management
- NYC Housing Regulations
- Legal Research
Timeline
Paralegal
Law Office Beti Beno Law Group P.C.
01.2022 - Current
Property Manager
TNDA, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2022
Real Estate Office Specialist
State Department of Albania
01.2013 - 01.2017
Lawyer
E. Zefi Law Office
01.2012 - 01.2013
Legal Assistant
M. Lleshi Law Office
01.2010 - 01.2011
Master’s Degree - Criminal Law
University of Justiniani I
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - undefined
University of Shkodra “Luigi Gurakuqi”
LL.M. - Real Estate Law
Fordham University School of Law
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