Lorena Meruvia
Vienna,VA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, multitasking, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Leverages creative analytical and problem-solving abilities to crack complex issues. Bilingual Translator experienced in interpreting documents and spoken words.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Investigative Specialist
Public Defender Service Office for the District of Columbia
Washington, DC
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Created detailed reports summarizing key findings from investigative activities.
- Maintained accurate records of all investigative activities to monitor progress and completion.
- Gathered evidence, ran background checks, and conducted face-to-face interviews to uncover facts related to investigations.
- Led, planned, managed, and conducted complete investigations and projects independently.
- Reviewed and analyzed witness statements, legal documents, and other materials related to investigations.
- Evaluated existing processes and procedures used during investigative activities to identify areas for improvement.
- Developed relationships with external sources who could provide valuable information during investigation process.
- Trained and mentored investigative interns.
Investigative Intern
Public Defender Service Office for the District of Columbia
Washington, DC
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Analyzed documents, evidence, and records related to investigations.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Assisted in collecting facts, canvassing, and conducting interviews with witnesses and complaining witnesses.
- Assisted in developing strategies for gathering information from sources.
Intern
Just Neighbors
Annandale, VA
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Provided English-Spanish translation and interpretation services
- Conducted initial intake interview using Salesforce to obtain client information, including biographical data, presenting problem, and other pertinent information.
- Maintained a positive attitude and effectively de-escalated clients during crisis situations.
Intern
Legal Aid Justice Center
Falls Church, VA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Greeted visitors and directed them to appropriate staff member.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email while providing excellent customer service at all times.
- Interpreted conversations between Spanish-speaking clients and English-speaking staff members.
- Conducted initial intake interview using Salesforce to obtain client information, including biographical data, presenting problem, and other pertinent information.
Education
B.A. - Political Science (Government)
William & Mary
12.2020
Skills
- Spanish Interpretation/Translation Skills
- Investigations & Records Management
- Qualitative Research Skills
- Witness Interviews & Background Checks
- Analytical Reasoning
- Clear Written & Verbal Communication
Technological Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Acrobat
- Background Research Databases
- Social Media Applications
- Google Suite
- Skype & Webex
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Investigative Specialist
Public Defender Service Office for the District of Columbia
04.2021 - 10.2023
Investigative Intern
Public Defender Service Office for the District of Columbia
01.2021 - 04.2021
Intern
Just Neighbors
05.2019 - 06.2019
Intern
Legal Aid Justice Center
05.2018 - 08.2018
B.A. - Political Science (Government)
William & Mary
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