Vilma Calderon
Antioch,TN
Summary
Driven immigration paralegal with over 6 years of dedicated experience in navigating the complexities of immigration law. Proficient in providing comprehensive support for a wide array of cases, including removal defense in EOIR proceedings, and handling Special Immigrant Status, VAWA, adjustments of status, U-Visa, and DACA cases with precision and care. Diligently stays informed about evolving state and federal immigration laws and procedures. Adept at efficiently managing multiple projects and tasks with discipline and resourcefulness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Immigration Paralegal
JJ Moore & Associates, PLLC
10.2022 - Current
- Directed the immigration court department, ensuring 100% case compliance.
- Prepared, reviewed, and filed initial pleadings, motions, and applications for relief with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
- Collaborated closely with fellow paralegals and legal staff to deliver comprehensive case updates to clients.
- Drafted and assembled various petitions, including asylum, self-petitions, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, and naturalization applications for submission to USCIS.
- Served as a liaison between clients and USCIS, ICE, and EOIR, facilitating effective communication and ensuring smooth interactions throughout the legal process
Senior Immigration Paralegal/Office Manager
Law Office Of Melissa Anderson
01.2018 - 10.2022
- Oversaw all aspects of case management, from initiation to resolution for over 200+ cases.
- Supported a team of three attorneys with the day-to-day management of all cases pending with pending cases with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
- Drafted, reviewed, and submitted applications, supporting documents, initial pleadings, and motions to the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
- Handled all complex, time sensitive, and priority cases.
- Supervised and trained a team composed of three paralegals and three legal assistants, providing guidance, performance evaluations, task allocation, and comprehensive training to enhance team efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Sociology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN12.2017
Skills
- Immigration Law Knowledge
- Legal Research
- Case analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Acrobat
- Client Communication
- Notary Public
- Client Support
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Senior Immigration Paralegal
JJ Moore & Associates, PLLC
10.2022 - Current
Senior Immigration Paralegal/Office Manager
Law Office Of Melissa Anderson
01.2018 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Sociology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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