Katherine Kayemba-Watson
Burlington,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented and well-organized attorney with expertise in juvenile, family, and immigration law and extensive experience in client representation, court procedures, general administration, and record management. Accomplished Attorney offering 15-year record of supporting clients in legal matters. Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and judges. Adept at developing lasting professional relationships. Dedicated legal professional offering proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Attorney
Genesis Law
01.2017 - Current
- Manage over 30 active Care and Protection cases, manage approximately 15-25 incoming and out-going calls, Receive and review to approximately 10 emails and respond as needed.
- Manage over 35 active cases of Immigration, both USCIS and EOIR cases.
- Represent children and indigent parents in juvenile court child welfare cases, including protection proceedings, children requiring assistance cases, and termination of parental rights
- Conduct court investigations, review DCF documents, and provide court reports with recommendations for family reunification or parental rights termination
- Prepared for trials by interviewing clients, conducting legal research, and participating in evidentiary hearings
- Investigated cases, reviewed pleadings and exhibits, filed motions, interviewed witnesses, collected factual information, sent subpoenas, and developed trial strategies Ensured efficient case handling and positive outcomes by managing operations and business aspects of th practice, including budgeting, fee setting, expense tracking, and vendor relations
- Utilized digital resources and practice management software for court deadline adherence and case monitoring
- Worked independently under strict deadlines by managing multiple activities and adapting to changing priorities
- Managed activities for immigration law, including deportations, removal proceedings, visas, and petition filings
- Secured cancellation of removal and asylum in immigration court, bond hearings, and removal proceedings
- Conducted research on immigration laws and precedents to deliver informed advice and engaging representation
- Communicated complex legal concepts and prepared briefs, petitions, and legal correspondence with accuracy
- Developed and implemented policies and operations for a new law firm by managing start-up expenses and streamlining administrative processes
- Drafted a re-opened motion of a removal case that allowed a client to address their case in consular proceedings.
Associate Attorney
Law Office of Thomas Stylianos
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Managed approximately 20 incoming calls from other attorneys, in-house calls and interacted with staff to manage the various cases.
- Represent a diverse clientele in a leading immigration-focused law firm and handle cases in family and immigration law
- Prepare and file a wide range of applications for relief and USCIS petitions while ensuring documentation meet applicable legal standards
- Advocated for clients in Immigration Court by effectively presenting cases and securing favorable outcomes
- Conducted comprehensive client interviews and prepared clients for USCIS Service Center interviews
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of immigration laws and policies to provide relevant and effective legal advice.
Attorney
Estrella Law Office, P.C.
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided legal representation in divorce, custody, and family law cases by handling court appearances and oral advocacy and addressing client and external council inquiries
- Prepared legal documents and correspondence for sensitive family law matters, including divorce, child support, and custody cases
- Leveraged legal knowledge to advise and represent diverse clients in a general practice firm while supporting the senior attorney and managing firm's caseload and calendar
- Conducted thorough legal research and document analysis, managed discovery requests, investigated facts, obtained records, and provided documentation to clients
- Mediated case resolutions through effective communications to report amicable outcomes to judges and court officers and save time and resources in litigation
- Proposed and executed changes to office policies and procedures to enhance administration of the law office.
Education
J.D. - Law
Massachusetts School of Law
Andover, MA06.2007
B.A. - Legal Studies
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA08.2000
Skills
- Case Management
- Trial experience
- Document Review
- Efficient researcher
- Court Procedures
- Document filing
- Investigation skills
- Legal Drafting
- Oral advocacy
- Client Counseling
- Drafting Motions
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Legal Brief Preparation
- Legal Research and Review
- Establishing Effective Relationships
Certification
- Paralegal Certificate, Legal Studies
- Mediation Certification
- Permanency Mediation Certificate
- United States District Court, District of Massachusetts - 2010 to Present
- Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court - 2009 to Present
Affiliations
- American Immigration Law Association - 2010 to Present
- Federal Bar Association - 2020 to Present
- Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education
Guardianship Certification Training
- Knowledge of theory and the practice around the mental health
- Knowledge of legal research methods and procedures to advocate for clients facing commitments
- Ability to read and interpret legal documents.
- Capacity to exercise independent judgment, handle matters in a professional manner to achieve client's goal.
- Ability to prepare technical and general reports and opinions regarding mental health evaluation.
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Law Office of Thomas Stylianos
01.2020 - 06.2023
Owner/Attorney
Genesis Law
01.2017 - Current
Attorney
Estrella Law Office, P.C.
01.2010 - 01.2013
J.D. - Law
Massachusetts School of Law
B.A. - Legal Studies
University of Massachusetts
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