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Nurten Civelek

Cedar Grove,NJ

Summary

Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Assistant

NYC Mayor's Office Of Immigrant Affairs
10.2023 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
  • Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.

Paralegal

Kulen Law Firm
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Illustrated green card and immigration processes and managed communication channels to provide high level of service and consultation to immigration inquiries.
  • Collaborated with outside counsel to interpret and apply technical immigration policies and procedures.
  • Prepared affidavits, waivers, translations and asylum requests for ongoing cases.
  • Provided United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) with information about case changes or problems.
  • Contributed to client case file preparation and verified inclusion of required documentation.
  • Filed correspondence and legal documents in correct client files and transmitted applicable documentation to courts and government agencies.
  • Provided exceptional administrative support to attorneys, drafting correspondence and maintaining organized filing systems.
  • Managed a high volume of cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
  • Maintained a comprehensive knowledge of USCIS forms and requirements, ensuring complete application packages for clients.

ESL Tutor

Bergen Community College
10.2021 - 07.2023
  • Worked with students in-person and via online classroom technology.
  • Assessed student proficiency and designed lesson plans to target weak areas.
  • Assigned sight words and extended vocabulary using phonetic instruction.
  • Worked with both prospective and current college students with their English Language skills.
  • Helped them with their English grammar, writing, speaking and reading skills.


English Language Teaching Assistant

ITCG Enrico Fermi
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Participating in lessons with English teachers with students from 15 to 19 years old, with special attention to speaking and communication skills, marking exam papers, planning activities, and taking part in Erasmus+partnership activities.
  • Assisted in preparation of classroom and instruction materials
  • Worked collaboratively to support student independence, empowerment and learning
  • Provided instruction and support under supervision of teacher
  • Set up classroom equipment and organized activities
  • Promoted positive and safe environment for student learning

Education

Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies

Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Education

Sakarya University
Turkey
06.2019

Skills

  • Legal Research
  • Online Databases
  • Detail-oriented
  • Client Relations
  • Case File Preparation
  • Case Management
  • Team Oriented
  • Confidentiality Understanding
  • Legal Compliance
  • Drafting Correspondence
  • Assisting Lawyers
  • Westlaw and LexisNexis
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • Task Prioritization
  • Interviewing Clients

Certification

  • Certified Paralegal, Westlaw Classic - Feb,20222
  • Certified Paralegal, Westlaw Edge- Feb, 2022

Timeline

Legal Assistant

NYC Mayor's Office Of Immigrant Affairs
10.2023 - Current

Paralegal

Kulen Law Firm
08.2022 - 09.2023

ESL Tutor

Bergen Community College
10.2021 - 07.2023

English Language Teaching Assistant

ITCG Enrico Fermi
09.2019 - 01.2020

Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies

Bergen Community College

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Education

Sakarya University
  • Certified Paralegal, Westlaw Classic - Feb,20222
  • Certified Paralegal, Westlaw Edge- Feb, 2022
Nurten Civelek