Kevin Gage
Merrimack,NH
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated paralegal with a strong commitment to ongoing personal development and skill enhancement. Striving for increased responsibility and seeking opportunities for professional growth within the legal field. Continually expanding knowledge base to stay current with industry trends and best practices. Passionate about delivering high-quality work and contributing to the success of legal teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
U.S. Committee For Refugees and Immigrants
02.2023 - Current
- Work with Afghan nationals who were part of the withdrawal in 2021 that need immigration legal assistance.
- Monitor incoming communication and promptly respond to Afghan parolees.
- Work with interpreters over the phone to gather information from our clients.
- Conduct document review.
- Prepare and draft I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal, Form I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition, Form I-824, Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition, I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and DS-4317 Family Reunification Assistance for Afghan Parolees’ Immediate Family Members Outside the United States, and DS-260 Online Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Application.
- Maintain internal database to monitor filed applications with USCIS.
- Perform administrative, data-collection tasks, and reporting duties as assigned.
- Maintain a basic knowledge of relevant laws, policies and trends in law affecting the target population.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Staff Attorney, Managing Attorney, and Associate Director of Legal Services.
Junior Paralegal
Ramineni & Shepard, LLC
05.2017 - 12.2022
- Experience in preparation and drafting of I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, PERMS, DS-260s, and Request for Evidence when issued by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.
- Conduct document review.
- Interact with clients extensively via phone and email.
- Assisted in CAP season with drafting I-129s, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker.
- Entered client data into our database to manage records and customer relationships.
Merchandiser
Kellogg's
04.2012 - 05.2017
- Examined stock to verify conformance to quality specifications and took pride in products being distributed.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across various locations.
- Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth
- Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at 12 to15 locations by following established planograms.
Paralegal
National Paralegal Network
12.2011 - 04.2012
- Met with clients who were working with a credit consolidation agency to have them sign and review documents for accuracy.
- Uploaded documents to credit consolidation company via a software program.
Border Agent Trainee
US Customs and Border Protection
02.2009 - 04.2010
- Trained in border protection and customs regulations as part of the border agent training program, gaining detailed knowledge of immigration and nationality law and criminal law and statutory authority.
Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvement
03.2005 - 04.2009
- Demonstrated impeccable and highly professional customer service while interfacing with a diverse retail clientele and maintaining a high level of responsiveness.
- Worked successfully across multiple departments with minimal specialized knowledge.
- Honored with the Rising Star Award due to exemplary dedication and performance.
- Attained all sales budget goals in assigned areas and achieved merchandise maintenance standards.
- Strengthened leadership skills while completing the Department Manager Training Program, exceeding expectations as a Top 10 sales performer.
Loss Prevention Specialist/Safety Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
06.2005 - 04.2006
- Spearheaded the loss prevention department and safety program in support of a new retail store.
- Oversaw store surveillance operations, emphasized employee and customer safety principles, and tracked store shrinkage levels.
- Presided at monthly safety meetings to drive solutions.
- Reduced overall product shrinkage through diligent loss prevention efforts.
- Drastically cut high levels of shrinkage in key departments by instituting action plans.
- Investigated incidents of internal theft and prepared store-level and corporate reports, including CCTV.
- Surveilled for shoplifting activity.
Grocery Clerk
Hannaford Supermarkets
06.1997 - 05.2004
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
Education
Paralegal Studies Certificate Program - Paralegal Studies
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Lowell, MA02.2011
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Lowell, MA06.2004
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of New Hampshire
Manchester, NH05.2001
Skills
- Understands Confidentiality
- Information Confidentiality
- Microsoft Office
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Case management
- Client communication
- Document drafting
- Document preparation
- Calendar management
Timeline
Paralegal
U.S. Committee For Refugees and Immigrants
02.2023 - Current
Junior Paralegal
Ramineni & Shepard, LLC
05.2017 - 12.2022
Merchandiser
Kellogg's
04.2012 - 05.2017
Paralegal
National Paralegal Network
12.2011 - 04.2012
Border Agent Trainee
US Customs and Border Protection
02.2009 - 04.2010
Loss Prevention Specialist/Safety Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
06.2005 - 04.2006
Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvement
03.2005 - 04.2009
Grocery Clerk
Hannaford Supermarkets
06.1997 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of New Hampshire
Paralegal Studies Certificate Program - Paralegal Studies
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
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