YESABEL FERNANDEZ
Miami
Summary
Adept Immigration Paralegal with proven expertise in case management and legal writing, honed at Sanabria & Associates. Excelled in streamlining client communications, enhancing case review efficiency, and supporting attorneys with trial preparations. Demonstrates exceptional client relations skills and a comprehensive understanding of immigration law, ensuring high-quality case outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Paralegal
Sanabria & Associates
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained a comprehensive knowledge of USCIS, EOIR and DOS forms and requirements, ensuring complete application packages for clients.
- Developed expertise in family-based petitions, naturalization applications, Court process and DOS to better serve clientele.
- Prepared affidavits, waivers, translations, and asylum requests for ongoing cases.
- Improved communication between law firm and clients, providing prompt updates on case progress.
- Assisted clients with immigration application completion to improve timeliness of case review and disposition.
- Analyzed client documentation and history to determine eligibility for immigration-related benefits.
- Managed a high volume of cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
Immigration Paralegal
Angel F. Leal, Jr., PA Law Firm
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Organized client calendar, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes
- Submitted electronics filings and organized court materials, schedules, and actions
- Participated in client interview, observed questioning process, and documented information
- Interviewed client and obtained vital case information to support associates
- Organized exhibits for trials by preparing materials and supporting documentation
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines
- Drafted various court documents, invoices, and enclosures at Attorney's request
- Respond to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information
COSTUMER SERVICE
Univista Insurance
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints
- Assisted costumer with making payments or establishing payments plans
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law Degree
University of Artemisa
Cuba07.2018
Associate of Science - Informatics
IPI Abel Santamaria
Cuba07.2012
Skills
- Troubleshooting complex problems
- Court management
- Case management
- Client relations skills
- Legal research
- Legal writing
- Deadline management
- Document preparation
- Immigration law
- Document filing
- Attorney support
Personal Information
Title: Paralegal
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Immigration Paralegal
Sanabria & Associates
03.2023 - Current
Immigration Paralegal
Angel F. Leal, Jr., PA Law Firm
01.2021 - 03.2023
COSTUMER SERVICE
Univista Insurance
08.2019 - 01.2021
Associate of Science - Informatics
IPI Abel Santamaria
Bachelor of Arts - Law Degree
University of Artemisa
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