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Esmeralda Valle

Oakwood,US

Summary

Resourceful Paralegal known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in legal research, document drafting, and case management which contribute to effective support in legal proceedings. Excel in communication, organization, and time management, ensuring seamless operations within legal teams.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal

David Kennedy and Associates
Gainesville, GA
05.2023 - Current
  • Served as the top-performing paralegal for 7 consecutive months, consistently processing 30–35 immigration-related applications per month while balancing a full-time academic schedule.
  • Prepared a wide range of immigration-related legal documents, including Forms I-821D, I-765, I-601A, I-290B, I-485, I-864, I-601, I-130, I-131, and DS-260, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with USCIS requirements.
  • Trained and led a team of four paralegals, supporting onboarding, and mentoring to ensure consistent performance across the AOS team.
  • Maintained direct communication with over 300 clients, USCIS government officials, and internal attorneys throughout each stage of the legal process.
  • Personally scheduled all client meetings and ensured that legal deadlines were met without exception.
  • Managed highly sensitive and confidential client information with discretion and full compliance with legal standards.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving under pressure in a high-volume legal setting.

Paraprofessional

Hall County Schools
Oakwood, GA
08.2020 - 05.2023
  • Provided classroom support to teachers, including organizing materials, grading papers, and preparing instructional activities.
  • Tutored and guided children to reinforce learning concepts and promote academic progress.
  • Assisted in the delivery of instruction according to IEPs or 504 Plans.
  • Observed students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.

Barista

Starbucks
Flowery Branch, GA
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Showed aptitude in multitasking multiple orders at once while maintaining accuracy in product quality.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with customers and colleagues to create a positive customer experience.
  • Displayed proficiency in operating various types of brewing equipment such as grinders, blenders, and espresso machines.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Political Science

University of North Georgia
Gainesville, GA
12.2025

Skills

  • Attorney support
  • Case management
  • Client communication
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Notary
  • Certified Barista
  • Paraprofessional

Languages

English Native, Spanish Fluent, and Portuguese Advance 

Timeline

Paralegal

David Kennedy and Associates
05.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional

Hall County Schools
08.2020 - 05.2023

Barista

Starbucks
06.2020 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Political Science

University of North Georgia