Bogota, D.C., Capital District, Colombia
Colombian licensed Attorney graduated from Pontifical Xavierian University with an emphasis on International Commercial Law and Tort Law. Currently performing as a Specialized Paralegal in Immigration Law with over three years of experience managing complex immigration cases. Skilled in conducting client consultations, accompanied with in depth service knowledge and sales skills. Proficient in preparing and reviewing immigration documents such as: VAWA Visas, T-Visas, U-Visas, Family based petitions, Adjustment of status, Naturalization, TPS, and Asylum applications among others. Excellent customer service and communication skills, standing out as the top performance retainer in 2024. Committed to advocating for clients' rights and ensuring a smooth, transparent process while navigating U.S. immigration law. In my professional practice I have strengthened key skills essential to legal work, such as strategic risk assessment, statutory interpretation, structuring legal arguments, and the proper organization and documentation of case files. I am also distinguished by my ability to conduct consultations in a clear, precise, and solution-oriented manner, building trust and ensuring a proper understanding of the legal process. I am currently pursuing a postgraduate specialization at the Externado University of Colombia in Tax Law, with a particular interest in the corporate focus. I have the ability to interpret complex regulations and to draft legal opinions in tax and constitutional matters. I am interested in contributing to legal analysis in constitutional settings, particularly in issues related to taxation, constitutional review, and fiscal principles. Occasional investor in the Colombian stock market and US stock market.
-Conduct consultations to potential clients with the ability to identify sales opportunities and drive service sales through effective customer engagement. Collaborating with team members to achieve sales targets and improve service knowledge across the team. -Address and solve clients inquiries or escalations if legal knowledge is required. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, resulting in a significant increase in customer retention rates.
-Assist in the preparation of immigration applications, petitions, and supporting documents for submission to government agencies. Conducting detailed reviews of client files to ensure all necessary documentation is included and complies with legal standards. -Legal research on U.S. immigration statutes, case law, and other legal dispositions, to support and facilitate attorneys in case strategy and documentation preparation. -Criminal and immigration history check on clients through FOIAs, court dockets and federal reports. Identifying potential legal issues or concerns in cases and advising attorneys on necessary actions.
Conduct labor disciplinary proceedings; Case Management; Calculate and review severances; Contest claims; Solve clients inquiries and; Assit in the response to lawsuits.
Bilingual collection agent for the investment group clients.
Case law research and review; Assistance on virtual hearings; Case management and; Draft of legal briefs.