Laura Echeverri
North Arlington,USA
Summary
Dedicated bilingual (Spanish & English) lawyer and administrator with over five years of experience in legal counseling, social infrastructure projects, and community services, particularly within Latino populations in the U.S. and Latin America. Skilled in drafting, process monitoring, development of innovative social justice and leadership programs and team leadership, I am committed to achieving optimal outcomes for clients and organizations. With a focus on public service, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach, I aim to apply my experience to advance meaningful policy and program initiatives in public administration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager Specialist
RCHP Affordable Housing
New Jersey, USA
02.2024 - Current
- Conduct home study assessments and provide culturally and linguistically appropriate post-placement services for unaccompanied children (UC)
- Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate post placement services and comprehensive case management for UC
- Manage case interventions, conduct family support sessions, and ensure children’s access to essential services
- Maintain communication with stakeholders and utilize child welfare principles to assess placement safety
- Accompanying social strategic direction for the protection of racial and gender equality through policy development and implementation of effective programs
Case Manager Coordinator
RCHP Affordable Housing
New Jersey, USA
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Accompanied families and unaccompanied minors during reunification processes, offering comprehensive post-release services
- Delivered advocacy, outreach, social and educational support to ensure individual needs were met for UC population
Consultant Attorney
Duran&Osorio Lawyers
Bogota, Colombia
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Provided Legal advice, opinions and solutions on issues and risks in various transactional and regulatory matters in Latin America
- Provided legal consultation for social impact projects, improving public policy effectiveness and administrative procedures
- Structured and administered infrastructure projects, including hospitals, schools, and airports
- Designed and implemented Social Impact Bonds to fund social public policies and attract investors
Legal and HR Assistant
Ballesteros Lawyers
Bogota, Colombia
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Provide legal protection of rights of national and migrant workers
- Assistance with legal documentation and management of company databases
- Development, interpretation and explanation of human resources policies, procedures, or regulations
Legal Representation and Protection of Immigrants
Universidad del Rosario
Bogota, Colombia
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Support and legal assistance and protection of human rights for Latin American and European immigrant community, focusing on women, children, and some other vulnerable communities
- Accompany the social work team in the management of crisis situations within the different families with protection needs
- Represented and supported immigrant populations in social, legal, and medical processes
Administrative Assistant
Universidad del Rosario
Bogota, Colombia
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Coordinated events, managed project resources, and supervised staff schedules to achieve organizational objectives
- Developed administrative processes, managed reports, and maintained data systems
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University
New Jersey, U.S.A01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Specialization in Business Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
New Jersey, U.S.A12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Universidad Del Rosario
Bogota, Colombia09.2020
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded the creation of social justice programs supporting vulnerable populations, emphasizing gender equity and advocacy.
- Delivered legal and operational support for projects impacting hundreds of individuals in Latin America.
- Strengthened organizational outcomes by developing strategic partnerships with nonprofits and government agencies collaboration.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management systems.
- Experienced in public speaking and representing organizations at conferences and community events.
Timeline
Case Manager Specialist
RCHP Affordable Housing
02.2024 - Current
Case Manager Coordinator
RCHP Affordable Housing
02.2023 - 02.2024
Consultant Attorney
Duran&Osorio Lawyers
09.2020 - 12.2022
Legal and HR Assistant
Ballesteros Lawyers
10.2019 - 09.2020
Legal Representation and Protection of Immigrants
Universidad del Rosario
07.2019 - 07.2020
Administrative Assistant
Universidad del Rosario
01.2016 - 12.2017
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Arts - Specialization in Business Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Universidad Del Rosario
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