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Pamela Castellanos

Pamela Castellanos

Coram,NY
I feel that luck is preparation meeting opportunity.
Oprah Winfrey

Summary

Bilingual Lawyer, Educator, Writer, and Researcher with degrees in Civil and Common Law from Universidad Católica Santo Domingo, and in Spanish Language and Literature from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM). Author of Metapoesía y trascendencia: la construcción del yo poética en la obra de Jorge Piña, a work that reflects strong training in literary research, critical theory, and philosophical inquiry. Proven experience in immigration law, with a focus on supporting legal processes and advocating for migrant rights. Committed to both legal and humanistic education, as well as public service, with experience at the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles as a Representative and Audit Clerk. Fluent in Spanish and English, with excellent analytical, writing, and organizational skills, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Abogada, Educadora, Escritora e Investigadora Bilingüe con títulos en Derecho Civil y Common Law por la Universidad Católica Santo Domingo, y en Letras (Español y Literatura) por la Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM). Autora de Metapoesía y trascendencia: la construcción del yo poética en la obra de Jorge Piña, obra que refleja una sólida formación en investigación literaria, teoría crítica y pensamiento filosófico. Experiencia comprobada en derecho migratorio, con un enfoque en el acompañamiento de procesos legales y la defensa de los derechos de los migrantes. Comprometida con la educación jurídica y humanística, así como con el servicio público, con trayectoria en el Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados del Estado de Nueva York como Representante y Auditora. Dominio del español y el inglés, con excelentes habilidades de análisis, redacción y organización, y manejo avanzado de herramientas de Microsoft Office y Google Workspace.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Motor Vehicle Representative

New York State Department of motor vehicles
11.2022 - 05.2025
  • 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 -

Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM)
08.2023
GPA: 4.0

Lawyer -

Universidad Catolica Santo Domingo
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 - 05.2025
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,
Pamela Castellanos