Vannia Renee Estrella
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Legal professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transaction Coordinator and Licensed Loan Officer
Altitude Home Loans
Tucson, AZ
09.2021 - Current
- Originate, review, process, close and administer customer loan proposals
- Submits loan applications to underwriter for verification and recommendations
- Maintain strict confidentiality of bank records and client information
- Comply with regulatory requirements of Bank Secrecy Act, Anti Money Laundering, OFAC, USA Patriot Act, Privacy Act and Community Reinvestment Act
- Advise clients on mortgage, education and personal loans
- Review and edit loan agreements to promote efficiency and accuracy
- Successfully close average of 15-20 loans per month
- Compile database of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements and other financial information
- Develop and maintain relationships with local real estate agents
- Assist senior-level credit officers with complex loan applications
- Create reports on deteriorating trends and fiscal year-end losses
- Monitor pipelines to track and log status of loans.
- Explain very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language
- Proactively identify solutions for customers experiencing credit issues
- Develop prospects for new loans by conducting 55 cold calls weekly
Transaction Coordinator
Sunstreet Mortgage
Tucson, AZ
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Request documentation related to the loan application process
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients
- Review mortgage loan applications to ensure loan program requirements are met, including analysis of credit, capital, collateral and supporting documentation
- Order all applicable documentation to include, but not limited to; appraisals, prelims, CPL, wire instructions, credit supplements, payoff statements, Evidence of Insurance, tax transcripts, Verification of Employment, flood certifications, fraud reports, SSN verification, and UCDP’s
- Assist LO with all tasks related to loan production
- Facilitate and maintain communication between loan officer, clients, branch staff (processors, underwriters, closers), and outside vendors, as well as Real Estate, insurance, and closing agents to ensure loan application file is complete, loan documentation is satisfactory, conditions are met, and loan can close within required time frames
- Initiate and answer calls to/from customers as required in a prompt, courteous and professional manner
- Enter loan applicant data into processing software
- Ensure all necessary supporting loan documentation is obtained and accurate
- Maintain and update client data base information
- Responsible for adherence to compliance guidelines and to the requirements of federal registration under the SAFE Act
- Assure compliance with all regulatory and governmental standards, guidelines, rules, and regulations, with all regulatory authorities, federal and state ordinances, and administrative regulations and statutes
International Student Advisor
International Student Services, University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
11.2015 - 09.2019
- Served as an immigration advisor to F-1 visa students, J-1 visa exchange visitors, and assisted with request of immigration benefits as it pertains to the F and J categories
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with immigration, academic or cultural concerns.
- Provided services to newly admitted undergraduate students and issued initial I-20 utilizing vendor software SUNAPSIS and SEVIS RTI
- Reviewed financial guarantees and immigration documents for newly accepted international students.
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for students and University Departments.
- Processed requests for travel signatures, program extensions, STEM, OPT, CPT, reinstatement letters, and any other immigration related benefit
- Pointed students to relevant information about academic and personal support services available on campus.
- Maintained institutional compliance governing the enrollment of international students by adhering to the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of State federal regulations
- Conducted immigration, academic success in the U.S., and cultural adjustment presentations
- Conducted ITIN workshops for international students at the University of Arizona. Such workshops educated international students on the United States tax system, taxation for international students and the ITIN application process
- Assisted with extensive Fall and Spring Orientation and Registration Programs. Included preparation of pre-arrival information, and programs to assist students in their ongoing adjustment to the university and to the U.S.
- Managed office email departmental account
- Support international enrollment growth to UA undergraduate degree programs through cooperative efforts with Undergraduate Admissions
- Maintained Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) compliance by utilizing software system to monitor, track, and enter information accordingly
- Remained knowledgeable and current about application processes, conditions of admission and acceptance, required application fee, English language requirements, and availability of English language programs
- Utilized a variety of software programs including university PeopleSoft system, SEVIS RTI, Sunapsis, Outlook, Word, Excel, and other related programs
Legal Assistant
Pima County Attorney’s Office
Tucson, AZ
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Case management in the Special Victims Unit
- Prepared written reports such as witness backgrounds, case activities, and victims’ information
- Drafted legal documents such as motions, plea agreements, subpoenas, discovery requests, petitions, and writs and orders
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys
- Organized records and documentation within assigned division
- Ensured criminal cases had all the information needed prior to court hearings
- Coordination and disclosure of evidence
- Reviewed and analyzed documentation of prior convictions for sentence recommendations
- Arranged interviews with victims, witnesses, law enforcement officials, and attorneys
- Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings
- Organized key evidence exhibits to prepare for trials.
- Summarized interviews and depositions conducted by County Attorneys
- Transcribed interviews conducted by county attorneys, defense counsels, and/or law enforcement officials
- Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys
- Translated interviews conducted in Spanish to English
- Interviewed and prepared intake sheets for clients in Spanish and English
Legal Assistant
4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Prepared written reports such as witness backgrounds, case activities, and victims’ information
- Served as a liaison between the Courts and District Attorney’s Office
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes
- Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys.
- Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings
- Maintained statistics of issued and refused cases
- Conducted legal research using legal databases (Westlaw and Lexis) and statues
- Drafted legal documents such as motions, plea agreements, subpoenas, discovery requests, petitions, and writs and orders
- Organized records and documentation within assigned division
- Ensured criminal cases had all the information needed prior to court hearings
- Coordination and disclosure of evidence
- Interviewed and prepared intake sheets for clients in Spanish and English
Victim Advocate - Intern
4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare, and social services
- Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures
- Supported victims of crime during meetings with Deputy District Attorneys, to ensure victim’s rights, and assist with any explanation of legal proceedings
- Constructed referral list of agencies and community resources for victims' to provide aftercare services.
- Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client
- Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need
- Updated and closed cases for victim advocates
- Filed victim’s impact statements
- Served subpoenas in court
- Conducted interviews with victims of domestic violence
- Translated interviews conducted in Spanish to English
Education
Master of Arts - Legal Studies
05.2019
- 3.61 GPA - Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice/Political Science
05.2012
GPA: 3.61
- Cum Laude
- Presidential Award Recipient - Recognized by President Obama for Volunteer Hours and Service to the Community
- Honoree of First Year Achieving Marks of Excellence Award
- Dean's List Fall 2009 to Spring 2012
- Member of the National Leadership Society
- Victim Assistance Certification
Associate of Arts - Political Science
05.2009
Recipient of “Chicanos por la Causa” Scholarship
High School Diploma -
05.2006
Skills
- Extensive knowledge in Court procedures and the US Criminal Justice System
- Office support and clerical experience
- Strong verbal communication with leadership skills
- Multi-tasker and detailed oriented
- Excellent Teamwork
- Expertise in conducting legal research
- Loan Application Management
- Proficiency with SEVIS, Sunapsis, LQB, Credit Software, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office
- PeopleSoft System, Westlaw, Lexis, and Data Management Systems
- Experience on file/records maintenance
- Extensive knowledge of F-1 and J-1 visas
- Extensive knowledge in US immigration procedures
- Extensive knowledge of FHA, Conventional, USDA and VA loan guidelines
- Extensive knowledge of current mortgage lending compliance and regulatory requirements
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Excellence in customer service
- Highly responsible and reliable
Certification
- NMLS License 1906062 - September 2021 to present
- F-1 Student Advising Training - May 2019
- STEM OPT Advising Training - January 2019
- Successfully completed NAFSA Academy - Class 2015
- Successfully completed Citizen Prosecution Academy offered by the Pima County Attorney's Office
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Transaction Coordinator and Licensed Loan Officer - Altitude Home Loans
09.2021 - Current
Transaction Coordinator - Sunstreet Mortgage
09.2019 - 09.2021
International Student Advisor - International Student Services, University of Arizona
11.2015 - 09.2019
Legal Assistant - Pima County Attorney’s Office
10.2014 - 11.2015
Legal Assistant - 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
05.2013 - 05.2014
Victim Advocate - Intern - 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
06.2011 - 05.2013
James E. Rogers College of Law - Univ of Arizona - Master of Arts, Legal Studies
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs - Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice/Political Science
Pima Community College - Associate of Arts, Political Science
Mountain View High School - High School Diploma,