Genesis Garcia
HOUSTON
Summary
Dedicated Criminal Justice student with hands-on experience in immigration and criminal defense legal support, as well as real estate transaction coordination and coaching leadership. Proven ability to manage case documentation, facilitate client communication, and maintain organized workflows in fast-paced environments. Committed to pursuing law school and advancing a career in legal advocacy and defense, with a strong focus on delivering impactful support to clients in need. Eager to leverage academic knowledge and practical skills to contribute effectively within the legal field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERPRETER
Freelance/ USCIS
Houston, Texas, United States
04.2025 - Current
HEAD VOLLEYBALL COACH
Catalyst Volleyball, Awty International School, Annunciation Orthodox School, University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, Texas, United States
07.2024 - Current
- Head Coach: Catalyst 13W 24/25, Catalyst 13B 25/26, Awty 6th-8th Girls Volleyball Program Fall 2025 (Led the team to second round of playoffs and semifinals for the first time in 5+ years), AOS JV White Fall 2024, University of Houston-Downtown Fall 2024-Spring 2025.
- Assistant Coach: Catalyst 14B 24/25.
- Develop comprehensive training programs that improve player skills and elevate overall team performance during competitive seasons.
- Coordinate game strategies and opponent analysis to optimize in-match decision-making and increase winning opportunities.
- Manage recruitment efforts to attract qualified athletes, strengthening team depth and sustaining long-term program success.
Legal Assistant
Law Office Of Philip M. Gommels
Houston, TX
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Facilitated communication between clients and legal professionals, enhancing client relations and service delivery.
- Streamlined document management processes, improving efficiency in file handling and retrieval times.
- Led the implementation of new case management software, enhancing team productivity and workflow accuracy.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Achieved successful client acquisition by effectively screening and qualifying new leads. Streamlined client intake processes, resulting in improved satisfaction and retention. Fostered collaboration among teams to enhance overall client experience.
- Streamlined discovery process by downloading and categorizing relevant files for easy retrieval.
- Organized and led detailed evidence review sessions with clients, employing both virtual and in-person formats to accommodate client needs.
REAL ESTATE AGENT
REALM Real Estate Professionals
Texas
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Negotiated contract terms to secure favorable deals, ensuring client satisfaction and facilitating smooth transaction closures.
- Conducted property market analyses to provide accurate pricing guidance, enhancing competitiveness and maximizing client investment returns.
- Coordinated property showings and inspections, optimizing scheduling to improve client experience and streamline the buying process.
- Advised clients on financing options and legal requirements, ensuring compliance and reducing transaction delays.
- Developed marketing strategies for listings, increasing property visibility and accelerating sale timelines.
LEGAL ASSISTANT
W.E. Brooks Law Firm
Houston, Texas, United States
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared and organized legal documents to ensure accuracy and timely submission for court proceedings and client reviews.
- Coordinated communication between attorneys, clients, and external parties to maintain clear case progress and meet deadlines.
- Maintained case files and legal databases with updated information to support efficient retrieval and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Drafted routine correspondence and legal forms to facilitate smooth workflow and consistent client engagement.
- Scheduled appointments and managed calendars to optimize attorney availability and improve overall office productivity.
- Supported attorneys in preparing and filing immigration applications, including I-130, I-485, I-601, and I-765, ensuring accuracy and compliance with USCIS requirements.
- Drafted affidavits, declarations, and correspondence to USCIS, EOIR, and NVC.
- Supported Spanish-speaking clients by interpreting complex legal and procedural information during asylum interviews, citizenship test appointments, and additional USCIS interactions, improving client understanding and confidence.
- Guided clients through asylum preparation, reviewing narratives and evidence, which contributed to well-organized case submissions.
COMPLIANCE ANALYST
Barri Financial Group
Remote
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored regulatory updates to ensure organizational policies remain aligned with evolving compliance standards, reducing risk exposure.
- Analyzed internal processes to identify compliance gaps, facilitating corrective actions that improve audit readiness and operational accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement compliance frameworks that enhance data integrity and safeguard sensitive information.
- Conducted thorough investigations of compliance incidents, producing detailed reports that support informed decision-making and risk mitigation.
- Streamlined documentation procedures to accelerate compliance reporting cycles, increasing team productivity and process reliability.
- Reviewed transaction records to identify regulatory discrepancies, strengthening audit readiness and supporting transparent reporting processes.
- Handled 120+ inbound calls per shift.
Education
BA - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, Texas12-2026
AA - GOVERNMENT
Houston Community College
Houston, Texas05-2025
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Churchill Fulshear High School
Fulshear, Texas05-2021
Skills
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Legal and Administrative Knowledge
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem-Solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Excel for data tracking
- Data analysis
- Reporting
- Experience with LexisNexis
- Knowledge of AML compliance
- FinCEN
- OFAC regulations
- Skilled in using CRMs
- Internal audit tools
- Fast Learner
- Organized
- Detail-Oriented
- Strong document preparation
- Data entry accuracy
- Team leadership
- Performance analysis
- Documentation management
- Client relations
- Strategic planning
- Skilled in legal software applications including Legal Funnel, Amicus Pro, and VXT
Languages
English
Fluent
Spanish
Fluent
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Law Office Of Philip M. Gommels
12.2025 - 03.2026
INTERPRETER
Freelance/ USCIS
04.2025 - Current
HEAD VOLLEYBALL COACH
Catalyst Volleyball, Awty International School, Annunciation Orthodox School, University of Houston-Downtown
07.2024 - Current
LEGAL ASSISTANT
W.E. Brooks Law Firm
12.2023 - 05.2024
REAL ESTATE AGENT
REALM Real Estate Professionals
11.2022 - 11.2024
COMPLIANCE ANALYST
Barri Financial Group
02.2022 - 06.2023
BA - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
University of Houston-Downtown
AA - GOVERNMENT
Houston Community College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Churchill Fulshear High School