Juliana Zappi
Pembroke Pines,FL
Summary
Highly motivated, bi-cultural/bi-lingual former State Police Criminal Investigator (Parana, Brazil). Currently working for the Department of Justice. Earned Masters Degrees in Law from two countries with a dynamic set of unique problem solving. Uses strong verbal, written, interpersonal, critical thinking, analytical skills, as well as a steadfast commitment to administer and uphold laws and regulations including Federal regulations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Administrative Specialist - Litigation GS7/9
U.S Attorney's Office -
01.2024 - Current
- Reviews complex and highly sensitive Federal demands and other Federal motions managed by the Department of Justice, specifically managed by the United States Attorney’s Office;
- Conducts Investigation, legal analyses and Production of supporting evidence through discovery. Writes subpoenas, conduct interviews, Depositions, performs security checks, and researches information provided by Federal and international Agencies like Social security administration; IRS, FBI, Immigration, USPS and other sources;
- Interprets and applies appropriate policy, regulations, statutes, and precedent decisions to prepare the matter to be taken to litigation in Federal court.
- Interprets and applies immigration laws, policies, and procedures as they relate to the defense of the United States Government;
- Helps the Federal prosecutors to protect national security, combating fraud, and protecting the legal immigration system through careful screening, interviews, and trials.
- Assists Federal prosecutors regarding immigration benefits by examining supporting documentation for authenticity or relevance, as well as researching and analyzing appropriate information for eligibility;
- Ability to provide protective support for designated personnel and other U.S. and foreign dignitaries.
- Assists Legal team in research for case preparation, resulting in more effective trial strategies. Arranging contracts with expect Witnesses, exchange of documents between agencies, scheduling and arranging Depositions, drafting subpoenas and all administrative side.
- Prepares and manages electronic discovery, evidence, exhibits, and other electronically stored information relevant to investigations and casework, using a variety of methods and software applications. Technical skills relating to the processing, review, production, presentation, and management of electronically stored information.
Director for Legal Contracts
EZ Contracting LLC
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Negotiated and drafted complex contracts for high-profile clients, ensuring their interests were protected.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and provide informed recommendations.
- Managed a diverse caseload, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders through effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Acted as liaison between company departments to facilitate seamless coordination during legal projects.
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
Senior Criminal Investigator
Brazil State Police - Civil Police
01.2010 - 03.2013
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants. Conducted investigations in a manner meeting legal and procedural requirements.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Presented persuasive arguments in court, leading to favorable rulings for clients in multiple cases.
- Conducted witness interviews and prepared deposition summaries contributing to the development of case strategies.
- Coordinated discovery efforts in large-scale litigation cases streamlining information exchange between parties.
- Monitored state and federal regulations to keep company up to date with changing laws.
- - develop supportable federal cases for presentation and/or prosecution;
Education
Masters of Law LLM - Global Law And Technology And American Procedures
Suffolk Law School
05.2019
Masters of Law Lato Sensu- International Relations - Administrative Law:Civil, Criminal, Constitutional
University of Anhanguera
10.2011
J.D. -
UNIFIL - University of Philadelphia
12.2006
Skills
Trilingual: Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese
Accomplishments
- 7th Army Command, Grafenwohr, (Germany, 2018)-Completed pro bono training while assisting Army service members and spouses with immigration issues.
- Represented Xavantes Tribe - Amazonia, Brazil, seeking to submit communications to the United Nations alleging human rights violations. (September, 2019).
- Earned Advanced English degree specializing in Customer Service, Work, Excel, Adobe and PowerPoint. (July, 2016).
Timeline
Legal Administrative Specialist - Litigation GS7/9
U.S Attorney's Office -
01.2024 - Current
Director for Legal Contracts
EZ Contracting LLC
08.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Criminal Investigator
Brazil State Police - Civil Police
01.2010 - 03.2013
Masters of Law LLM - Global Law And Technology And American Procedures
Suffolk Law School
Masters of Law Lato Sensu- International Relations - Administrative Law:Civil, Criminal, Constitutional
University of Anhanguera
J.D. -
UNIFIL - University of Philadelphia
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