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PATRICIA EDMEAD

Hollywood,FL

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented immigration legal assistant with four years of experience in preparing and filing immigration petitions and applications. Proficient in researching immigration laws and procedures while providing exceptional client service. I am seeking a position as an immigration legal assistant in a reputable law firm where I can utilize my skills and experience to help clients navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Administrator / Legal Assistant (In office & remote)

Hunter Taubman Fischer & Li, LLC
04.2024 - Current
  • Answering and directing phone calls
  • Preparing and editing documents, reports, and presentations
  • Responding to emails, letters, and other forms of correspondence
  • Preparing and sending USCIS notices and announcements
  • Managing, processing, and preparing invoices, retainer agreements, and expenses
  • Performing data entry tasks
  • Scheduling meetings, appointments, interviews, and coordinating office activities
  • Receiving and delivering all incoming and outgoing mail and packages to clients and government agencies
  • Preparing and filing various immigration petitions and applications, including family-based petitions, employment-based petitions, and naturalization applications
  • Researching immigration laws and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Coordinating with clients to gather documentation and information necessary for immigration petitions and applications
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of client files and case statuses
  • Explaining immigration processes and procedures to clients
  • Responding to client inquiries and concerns
  • Coordinating with government agencies, such as USCIS and the Department of State

Assistant Manager

PURA VIDA RESTAURANT
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisting in daily operations
  • Managing staff effectively
  • Monitoring customer service quality
  • Maintaining inventory levels
  • Controlling labor costs
  • Addressing customer complaints

Legal Assistant / Administrative Assistant / Front Desk

OSBERG-BRAUN IMMIGRATION
07.2019 - 12.2022
  • Welcoming guests
  • Answering phone calls and directing them as needed
  • Performing data entry tasks
  • Scheduling meetings, appointments, interviews, and coordinating office activities
  • Receiving and delivering all incoming and outgoing mail and packages to clients and government agencies
  • Preparing and filing various immigration petitions and applications, including family-based petitions, employment-based petitions, and naturalization applications
  • Researching immigration laws and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Coordinating with clients to gather the necessary documentation and information for immigration petitions and applications
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of client files and case statuses
  • Explaining immigration processes and procedures to clients
  • Responding to client inquiries and concerns
  • Coordinating with government agencies, such as USCIS and the Department of State

Education

Some College (2 Years, From 2011 To 2013) -

Universidad Nacional Pedro Enriquez Ureña (UNPHU)
Dominican Republic

High School Diploma -

Politecnico Nuestra Señora De La Altagracia
Dominican Republic
01.2010

Skills

  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Research skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Time management
  • Database entry
  • Office administration
  • File organization
  • Schedule and calendar management
  • Mail handling
  • Telephone reception
  • Fluency in English and Spanish

Timeline

Office Administrator / Legal Assistant (In office & remote)

Hunter Taubman Fischer & Li, LLC
04.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager

PURA VIDA RESTAURANT
03.2023 - 03.2024

Legal Assistant / Administrative Assistant / Front Desk

OSBERG-BRAUN IMMIGRATION
07.2019 - 12.2022

Some College (2 Years, From 2011 To 2013) -

Universidad Nacional Pedro Enriquez Ureña (UNPHU)

High School Diploma -

Politecnico Nuestra Señora De La Altagracia
PATRICIA EDMEAD