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LESLIE MENDEZ

COMPTON,CA

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at the Law Offices of Gita B. Kapur & Associates, specializing in legal drafting and litigation support. Proven ability to enhance case strategies through meticulous legal research and document preparation. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and effective case management, consistently meeting tight deadlines.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

LEGAL WRITER

Law Offices of Manuel Solis
Los Angeles, CA
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Draft precise T-Visa declarations and cover letters.
  • Verified client eligibility for T-Visas with meticulous documentation.
  • Verify accuracy and alignment by cross-referencing client forms and evaluations.
  • Managed multiple writing projects simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.

LAW CLERK

Law Offices of Gita B. Kapur & Associates
Fullerton, CA
02.2023 - 10.2024
  • Drafted diverse legal motions and briefs, enhancing case strategies
  • Executed detailed reviews of paperwork, ensuring compliance with court mandates.
  • Performed extensive legal research, enhancing case strategies and streamlining processes.
  • Executed detailed reviews of supplemental filings to ensure compliance with court regulations and legal guidelines.
  • Prepared legal documents independently, showcasing initiative.

PARALEGAL

La Liga Defensora
Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Streamlined preparation of documents for I-130 and humanitarian reinstatements.
  • Optimized delivery timelines through enhanced calendar structuring.
  • Drafted and prepared I-130s, humanitarian reinstatements and RFEs
  • Managed calendaring to ensure meeting all deadlines
  • Leveraged various software programs to streamline caseload management.
  • Enhanced service quality by maintaining regular contact with clients and attorneys.
  • Ensured accuracy and confidentiality while managing complex cases with the legal team.
  • Efficiently filed legal documents, ensuring timely submissions.

LEGAL ASSISTANT

Hurwitz Holt, APLC
San Diego, CA
11.2020 - 07.2022
  • Filed legal documents efficiently, supporting attorneys in timely court and USCIS submissions.
  • Collaborated with the legal team to manage complex cases, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy throughout.
  • Updated client records to maintain data integrity and upheld strict privacy standards.
  • Executed preparation of various USCIS cases like U-Visas, DACA, and TPS accurately.

SALES MANAGER

Express
San Diego, CA
06.2017 - 12.2020
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings
  • Managed day-to-day staffing and handled scheduling for all store employees
  • Established objectives to offer team members a clear roadmap to help the company achieve overall goals

Education

B.A. - SOCIOLOGY

San Diego State University
San Diego

Skills

  • Legal Drafting
  • Attention to detail
  • Litigation support
  • Immigration law
  • Case Management
  • Calendar Management
  • Legal research
  • Document drafting

Languages

  • Spanish, Native
  • English, Native

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LEGAL WRITER

Law Offices of Manuel Solis
10.2024 - 01.2025

LAW CLERK

Law Offices of Gita B. Kapur & Associates
02.2023 - 10.2024

PARALEGAL

La Liga Defensora
08.2022 - 02.2023

LEGAL ASSISTANT

Hurwitz Holt, APLC
11.2020 - 07.2022

SALES MANAGER

Express
06.2017 - 12.2020

B.A. - SOCIOLOGY

San Diego State University

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