MARIA EDUARDA ITACARAMBI DA SILVA
Marlboro,MA
Summary
I am highly focused, dedicated, passion for the truth and the thirst for justice. Seeks to establish a career with an Law Firm committed to uphold and utilize the full strength of the law to help those in need to find trust in the judicial system.
Multilingual Immigration Paralegal skilled in performing legal research, coordinating supporting documents, and providing updates to immigration officials. Well-organized and efficient team player bringing many years of related experience. Desiring a long-term position with growth potential.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Paralegal
Quesnel Law
Woburn, Massachusetts
11.2023 - Current
- Compiled data from various sources into a comprehensive report format for review by attorneys or clients.
- Researched current developments in Immigration Law and kept abreast of changes in policy or procedures.
- Assisted in preparing affidavits of support and visa applications.
- Communicated regularly with clients via phone, email or mail regarding the progress of their cases.
- Reviewed immigration forms and documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared legal petitions, applications, and other documents related to immigration cases.
- Assisted attorneys with research on immigration laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Conducted interviews with clients to obtain detailed information regarding their immigration status.
- Maintained organized files of all case documentation including notes from consultations.
- Drafted letters to government agencies in response to requests for additional information or clarification.
- Coordinated translation services when needed for foreign language documents.
- Provided administrative support such as scheduling appointments, filing motions, photocopying documents.
- Organized evidence exhibits and prepared trial notebooks for review by attorneys prior to court proceedings.
- Ensured that all deadlines were met in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
- Verified authenticity of documents submitted by applicants through online databases or contact with issuing authorities.
- Created spreadsheets containing pertinent information related to each case file being handled.
- Organized visa paperwork, asylum requests, translations and affidavits.
- Reviewed client files regularly, consulted attorney and prepared regular status reports to clients and tracked multiple deadlines simultaneously for employer clients.
Immigration Paralegal
Georges Cote Law LLP
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Assist with case planning, development, and management, legal research, interviews clients, gathers facts, retrieves information, drafts and analyzes legal documents
- Train junior paralegals
- Compiled data from various sources into a comprehensive report format for review by attorneys or clients.
- Assisted in preparing affidavits of support and visa applications.
- Communicated regularly with clients via phone, email or mail regarding the progress of their cases.
- Reviewed immigration forms and documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared legal petitions, applications, and other documents related to immigration cases.
- Assisted attorneys with research on immigration laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Conducted interviews with clients to obtain detailed information regarding their immigration status.
- Maintained organized files of all case documentation including notes from consultations.
- Drafted letters to government agencies in response to requests for additional information or clarification.
- Coordinated translation services when needed for foreign language documents.
- Provided administrative support such as scheduling appointments, filing motions, photocopying documents.
- Organized evidence exhibits and prepared trial notebooks for review by attorneys prior to court proceedings.
- Ensured that all deadlines were met in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
- Created spreadsheets containing pertinent information related to each case file being handled.
Insurance broker
Ultimate Insurance Agency
Marlborough, MA
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Acted as an intermediary between a consumer and an insurance company, helping the former find a policy that best suits their needs
- Built relationships with clients to maintain sales goals and create new opportunities
- Developed insurance policies and programs to meet customer needs.
- Negotiated with underwriters to secure favorable terms on behalf of clients.
- Provided advice to customers on insurance-related matters.
Education
Associate in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Middlesex Community College
Lowell, MA07-2026
High School -
Hudson High School
07.2019
Skills
- SIJS (39M Affidavit’s and I360’s)
- Immigration Law Applications:1589, I-765, I-485
- Asylum Affidavit
- Setting up and maintain records and files
- Immigration inquiries
- Immigration case file strategies
- Visa applications
- Cultural sensitivity
- Client communication
- Office management
- Document preparation
- Petition coordination
- Appointment scheduling
- Immigration law
- Case support
- Interview preparation
- Legal writing
- Deadline management
- Legal research
- Compliance
Languages
Portuguese, English
References
- Audai, Cote, Esq., acote@georgescotelaw.com, +1 (617)849-2902, Georges Cote Law
- Lance, M Kropp, Esq., Lkropp@georgescotelaw.com, +1 (617)884-1000, Georges Cote Law
- Daniel, Lattarulo, Esq., dlattarulo@georgescotelaw.com, +1 (617)775-4202, Georges Cote Law
Timeline
Immigration Paralegal
Quesnel Law
11.2023 - Current
Immigration Paralegal
Georges Cote Law LLP
09.2020 - 10.2023
Insurance broker
Ultimate Insurance Agency
08.2019 - 09.2020
Associate in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Middlesex Community College
High School -
Hudson High School
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