Nicholas Garzon
Corona,NY
Summary
Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and managing cases related to mainly Immigration Law. Through my years of experience, I have learned to love Immigration legal work. Due to working with Special Immigrant Juvenile cases, Asylum cases and also family based petitions I have had the pleasure of knowing amazing people who I was able to help achieve a form of legal status here in the U.S. I take pride in being a team player love the idea of having a community that helps one another no matter our differences. I consider myself a social justice warrior and wish to protect the people under all costs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Law Office of John J. Garzon
09.2021 - Current
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Promoted a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to junior paralegals or interns as needed.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
- Managed Special Immigrant Juvenile cases.
- Managed Asylum Cases.
- Managed Family based petitions.
- Naturalization applications.
Volunteer Manager
Jewish Youth Soccer Organization
04.2022 - 11.2024
- Hosted orientations for coaches before start of season.
- Managed training sessions for children ages 2-12.
- Assigned coaches to teams that fit their strengths.
- Promoted organization within the community.
- Developed the skills of children ages 2-12.
- Supervised at field trips/outside events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Queens College
Flushing, NY05-2025
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Case Management
- Client Communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
My interests are spending time with family, charity work, music, eating out, yoga, and playing soccer
Timeline
Volunteer Manager
Jewish Youth Soccer Organization
04.2022 - 11.2024
Paralegal
Law Office of John J. Garzon
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Queens College
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