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Kim Gonzalez

Forney

Summary

Professional with over 20 years of legal experience with strong background in immigration law, skilled in case management and legal research. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Expertise in document preparation, client communication, and regulatory compliance. Focused on delivering results and maintaining high standards in all tasks.

Professional with strong background in immigration law, skilled in case management and legal research. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Expertise in document preparation, client communication, and regulatory compliance. Focused on delivering results and maintaining high standards in all tasks.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Immigration Paralegal

Berry, Appleman & Leiden, LLC
11.2019 - 05.2023
  • I managed a heavy caseload of over 100 foreign nationals at a time for a large-scale client, assisting with different aspects of employment immigration. I have detailed experience with NIV visa cases, such as H-1B CAP, H-1B Extension of Status, H-1B Employee Transfers, H-4/ EADs, and TN visas. I also have experience with IV cases, including PERM, I-140 and Adjustment of Status. I was the main point of contact for each foreign national and managed a high volume of client communication, including email and video conferencing.

Record Manager/Conflict of Interest Investigation

Carrington, Coleman, Sloman & Blumenthal, LLP
03.2005 - 08.2019
  • I managed and prepared documents for concluded cases. This included the review of all case documents and assigning an internal closing number as well as corresponding code to each outgoing file. I also was responsible for resolving all accounting for the matter and working to resolve any outstanding balances. I also researched and recalled files as needed by clients or attorneys. This also included detailed data entry into an internal accounting/records system for each matter. In addition, I worked closely with attorneys as well as clients to maintain the firm’s record retention policy to ensure legal liability was enforced. I also oversaw storage facility accounts, ensuring the accuracy of all invoices for provided services and requested payment. My duties also included performing a detailed investigation of a current client database to locate any potential legal conflicts before the intake of new business.

Case & Productivity Manager

IKON Record Retrieval
05.2003 - 03.2005
  • As the main point of contact for all Dallas Law Firms, I oversaw and updated our clients regarding subpoenaed records and deposition of written questions. I also contacted facilities to inquire about records subpoenaed by my firm, as well as arrange their retrieval. Once received, I would review for accuracy and completion. I also oversaw other employee calls to facilities to obtain records to ensure the timeliness as well as effectiveness of their calls, managing up to 5 other employees at a time.

Education

Eastfield College
Mesquite, TX
01.2000

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Southwest Texas State University
01.1997

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Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts
01.1996

Skills

  • Client relations skills
  • Immigration case file strategies
  • Client communication
  • Legal Document Preparation

Timeline

Corporate Immigration Paralegal

Berry, Appleman & Leiden, LLC
11.2019 - 05.2023

Record Manager/Conflict of Interest Investigation

Carrington, Coleman, Sloman & Blumenthal, LLP
03.2005 - 08.2019

Case & Productivity Manager

IKON Record Retrieval
05.2003 - 03.2005

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Southwest Texas State University

focus in theater

Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts

Eastfield College

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