Jose R Figueroa
Casselberry,FL
Summary
Focused on maximizing office efficiency and enhancing immigration law work through top-notch legal assistance. Excellent organizer, administrator and prioritizer with relevant credentials and motivation to make positive impact on all areas of firm work.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Paralegal
Torres Law Firm PA
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Prepared and filed all USCIS forms
- Prepared all immigration court filings, legal briefs, and motions
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed all incoming correspondence from Judges, court administrative staff, and clients
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Prepared and uploaded all pertinent documents to the National Visa Center for consulate process (NVC Specialist).
- Prepared clients for the Embassy interview with all necessary documentation for a successful interview.
Paralegal
Immigration Legal Services, Inc
11.2001 - 07.2022
- Prepared USCIS family based, U Visa, and Citizenship forms
- Prepared DACA and TPS forms
- Assisted Attorney at the Immigration Court by filing documents, motions, and appeals
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Prepared clients for Individual Hearings
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Handled all NVC cases and prepared clients with pertinent documents for embassy interview.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Prepared and reviewed with Attorney Board of Immigration Appeals Brief Statements.
- Kept track of all due dates for court, client's work permits, RFE's, and any other compliance.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
Education
Master of Science - Biblical Studies
Faith Christian University
Orlando, FL05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
Florida Metropolitan University
Orlando, FL04.2006
Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Employee Development
- Review of Motions
- Drafting Correspondence
- Case File Preparation
- Legal Research
- Schedule Management
- Administrative Support
- Case Management
- Evidence Gathering
- Affidavit Preparation
- Motions Drafting
Timeline
Senior Paralegal
Torres Law Firm PA
07.2022 - 09.2023
Paralegal
Immigration Legal Services, Inc
11.2001 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Biblical Studies
Faith Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
Florida Metropolitan University
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