Pamela Castellanos
Coram,NY
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Summary
Bilingual paralegal with law degree in Civil Common law from Universidad Catolica Santo Domingo; over eight years of experience in immigration cases and providing dedicated clerical assistance, strong skills in case file management and assistance with courtroom proceedings. Currently an NY State Employee serving as a Motor Vehicle Representative and Audit Clerk. Studying Spanish Language and Literature pursuing a teaching degree at Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM).
Asistente legal bilingüe con licenciatura en derecho civil consuetudinario de la Universidad Católica de Santo Domingo; más de ocho años de experiencia en casos de inmigración y brindando asistencia administrativa dedicada, sólidas habilidades en la gestión de expedientes y asistencia en procedimientos judiciales. Actualmente, es empleada del estado de Nueva York y se desempeña como representante de vehículos motorizados y asistente de auditoría. Estudia lengua y literatura españolas para titularse como docente en la Pontificia Universidad Catolica madre y Maestra (PUCMM).
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Motor Vehicle Representative
New York State Department of motor vehicles
11.2022 - 05.2023
- A public employee with substantial in-person and telephone contact with members providing services or information regarding licenses, registrations, identification, testing, insurance, penalties, hearings, and related agency programs.
PARALEGAL
IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES OF LONG ISLAND
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisting the company in preparing and filing immigrant visa petitions, and preparing and electronically filing asylum applications and court documentation for minors
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple cases at different stages
- Communication skills to keep both the attorney and client informed of the process
- Translate Spanish to English and English to Spanish to facilitate understanding between attorney and client.
Front office trainee
SOFITEL Abu Dhabi Corniche, UAE
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Telephone management in the office area listening to guest’s requests and contacting the correct department to deliver the utility to guest’s room, transferring and connecting guests to a department or room, as well as providing the requested information for external calls of future guests and other entities that require information about room rate, restaurant rate and restaurant operation hours.
Lawyer's Assistant
Alvarez Y Asociados
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firms.
Customer service representative
TELEFERPORMANCE (FEDEX PROJECT)
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Schedule pickups, track packages, check cases for customers, provide packaging and shipping rates.
Education
High School Literature Teacher -
08.2023
GPA: 4.0
Lawyer -
05.2016
GPA: 3.8
Skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good judgment and prioritization
- Excellent motivational skills and teamwork
- Proactive and results oriented Very organized in my work with excellent time management skills accomplishing required tasks
- Time that guarantees quality at the time of delivery Adapt well to the changing work environment
- Capacity to work under pressure
- Ability to work as an effective leader or team member Updating me in my field
- Positive attitude / image: collaborative and flexible
- Court Processes
- Researching Skills
- Public Service
- Document Preparation
- Money Handling
- Public Service
- Document Preparation
- Money Handling
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
- Licensed [Notary Public - 2023-2027
Accomplishments
- Achieved INAFOCAM RECOGNITION 4.0 by Maintain Academic Excellence with accuracy and efficiency.
Interests
Classic and Romantic Literature
Immigration legal framework
Writing
Teaching techniques
Timeline
Motor Vehicle Representative - New York State Department of motor vehicles
11.2022 - 05.2023
PARALEGAL - IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES OF LONG ISLAND
08.2022 - 11.2022
Front office trainee - SOFITEL Abu Dhabi Corniche, UAE
08.2018 - 03.2019
Customer service representative - TELEFERPORMANCE (FEDEX PROJECT)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Lawyer's Assistant - Alvarez Y Asociados
01.2014 - 10.2017
Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) - High School Literature Teacher,
Universidad Catolica Santo Domingo - Lawyer,
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