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LINETTE BONET, ESQ.

Georgetown,TX

Summary

Admitted to the Bar of the U.S. Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Immigration Associate Attorney

The Law Office of Vernal Farnum Mejia
01.2024 - Current

• Conduct initial consultations to assess client eligibility and provide comprehensive guidance on immigration processes.
• Prepare and revise immigration petitions, including family-based petitions and asylum applications, ensuring thorough documentation and evidence submission.
• Represent clients in immigration court proceedings, advocating for cancellation of removal and asylum claims with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes.
• Collaborate with law enforcement to secure U-visas for crime victims, effectively obtaining necessary certifications and supporting documentation.

Immigration Attorney

Private Practice
06.2023 - 12.2023

• Managed comprehensive immigration case phases, including consultations, petition filings, hearings, and post-filing support.
• Drafted and revised immigration petitions and applications, ensuring compliance with current laws to maximize approval rates.
• Represented individuals in removal proceedings, effectively preventing deportation through strategic legal defense.

Personal Injury Paralegal

Patiño Law Firm
10.2021 - 05.2023

• Collaborated with legal teams to complete tasks on schedule and edited legal documents for accuracy.
• Conducted comprehensive client intakes and managed data entry efficiently into the firm's database.
• Ensured precise client billing by meticulously tracking billable hours and expenses during case management

Education

J.D. -

Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR
06-2021

MBA -

Pontifical University of Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR
06-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

University of Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR
05-2014

Skills

  • Legal Research
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Verbal and written communication in Spanish/English
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Effective time management
  • Court Representation
  • Case Management

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Immigration Attorney with 2+ years of experience providing comprehensive legal counsel and representation in diverse immigration matters. Proven track record of successfully managing complex cases, including removal proceedings and U-visas, while maintaining strong client communication and advocacy. Seeking to leverage expertise in legal research, court representation, and bilingual communication in a new Immigration Attorney role.

Timeline

Immigration Associate Attorney

The Law Office of Vernal Farnum Mejia
01.2024 - Current

Immigration Attorney

Private Practice
06.2023 - 12.2023

Personal Injury Paralegal

Patiño Law Firm
10.2021 - 05.2023

J.D. -

Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico

MBA -

Pontifical University of Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

University of Puerto Rico
LINETTE BONET, ESQ.