Luis Ayestas

Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change.

Personable and organized, with strong ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Possesses foundational understanding of legal research and document preparation, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal databases. Dedicated to contributing to team's success through reliable and accurate support.

• Asylum Application Assistant, NYC Asylum Application Help Center, New York, NY, 09/01/24, Present, Conducted interviews with asylum seekers., Prepared asylum, employment authorization, and temporary protected status applications under attorney supervision., Reviewed applications, evidence, and government records., Interpreted spoken and written language., Drafted written assessments outlining the legal analysis and benefit determination of applicant cases., Made sensitive legal decisions on applicant eligibility for asylum or other protection screenings., Established and maintained liaison with external federal agencies and non-governmental organizations involved in asylum benefits.
• Market Analyst Intern, Pell Wealth Partners with Ameriprise, Rye Brook, NY, 02/01/23, 01/31/24, Managed schedules, coordinated meetings, and prepared client presentations., Maintained records, databases, and filing systems with confidentiality., Assisted in financial market research and economic analysis for company executives., Ensured compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards., Led and trained interns, equipping them with the necessary tools for success.
• Legal Intern, Judge Duffy, White Plains, NY, 03/01/20, 01/31/23, Conducted legal research and analyzed case law., Assisted in preparing legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and contracts., Organized and maintained case files, coordinated meetings, and court hearings., Drafted correspondence, memos, and legal documents with accuracy., Liaised with clients, court officials, and legal professionals while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.