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Karen Castañeda

Adelanto,CA

Summary

Legal professional with proven track record in providing comprehensive support to attorneys. Capable of managing complex legal documentation and ensuring case files are meticulously organized. Team-oriented and results-driven, always adapting to meet shifting priorities. Skilled in legal research and document preparation, valued for reliability and flexibility with great customer service skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Assistant

Las Vegas Injury Law
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
  • Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
  • Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Monitored and reported any changes in clients' physical and mental health.
  • Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
  • Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
  • Used discretion when handling confidential information.
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes from clients.

Immigration Paralegal

Law Offices Of Sergio J Sideman
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Explaining how the immigration process works.
  • Getting clients ready for their immigration interviews.
  • Filling out and getting all immigration forms ready.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Following up with clients via Email and phone for case updates regularly.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • 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.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Met with clients to gather information, prepare documentation, and determine necessary actions.
  • Explained visa rules and regulations to comply with Department of Labor and Department of State standards.
  • Analyzed client documentation and history to determine eligibility for immigration-related benefits.

Immigration Paralegal

Reza Athari, Mills & Fink, PLLC
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Preparing and filling out immigration forms for clients.
  • Preparing cover letters.
  • Translating birth certificates and other documents from Spanish to English.
  • Family immigration: Green card processing (1-130 immediate relative petition and 1-485 adjustment status/consular processing), naturalization.
  • Prepared above petitions and applications under supervision of the immigration attorney.
  • Constantly monitored and prepared ongoing and possible cases in average including both for individual and corporate clients.
  • Contacted clients directly via phone or e-mail.
  • Train new legal assistants regarding how to prepare for various petitions and applications.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Met with clients to gather information, prepare documentation, and determine necessary actions.

Bankruptcy Paralegal

Fair Fee Legal Services
02.2019 - 12.2022
  • Worked directly with clients to gather necessary documentation for drafting Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions.
  • Drafted and filed pleadings including notices, motions, certificates of service and objections.
  • Amended Chapter 13 Bankruptcy plans and schedules.
  • Assembled and submitted necessary documents to the court.
  • Prepared clients for their court hearing. (341 meeting of creditors)
  • Responding to emails and returning phone calls on a daily basis.
  • Handling all Spanish speaking clients.
  • Filing cases twice a week.
  • Running credit reports daily.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to clients during difficult financial times by providing attentive assistance and empathetic support.
  • Adhered to fair debt collection practices.

Education

Medical Assistant - Medical Field

National Polytechnic College
Commerce, CA
03.2010

Skills

  • Very well organized
  • Attention to detail
  • Great multitasker
  • Frequent follow ups with clients regarding case
  • Team player
  • Strong communication skills
  • Outgoing
  • Works well under pressure
  • Legal Research
  • Bilingual in both English and Spanish
  • Document preparation
  • Calendar management
  • Remote work experience
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Google meet meetings with clients
  • Daily phone call follow ups
  • Flexible schedule
  • Organizing and preparing meetings
  • Calendar management proficiency
  • Multi-line phone proficiency
  • Scheduling
  • Appointment scheduling

Timeline

Personal Assistant

Las Vegas Injury Law
10.2024 - 04.2025

Immigration Paralegal

Law Offices Of Sergio J Sideman
08.2023 - 10.2024

Immigration Paralegal

Reza Athari, Mills & Fink, PLLC
01.2023 - 08.2023

Bankruptcy Paralegal

Fair Fee Legal Services
02.2019 - 12.2022

Medical Assistant - Medical Field

National Polytechnic College

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