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AdministrativeAssistant

MARIA CAMILA BERNAL

Barranquilla

Summary

Law undergrad from Universidad Libre- Barranquilla. Interested in the alternative dispute resolution, leading me to choose it as emphasis in my career. I am a woman who looks forward to achieving her dreams through discipline and commitment, summed up to a great capacity of interaction with people. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Legal Assistant

Alcaldia de Baranoa
  • Functions consisted of searching and classifying case law and doctrine, projecting court orders on writs for the protection of constitutional rights and ordinary processes, as well as substantiating orders issued by the office, performing of general and assistance tasks of the position, collaborating in the processing of the processes carried out in these offices and others that were assigned in timely manner
  • Prepared and issued summons, complaints, warrants and other documents necessary for daily courtroom operations
  • Supported daily courtroom document preparation, filing of referral forms and court notices, check-in and check-out and bailiff duties
  • Attended required meetings and conferences as well as training sessions to develop and maintain understanding of current conventions and laws
  • Assembled paperwork and relevant files and briefs for use by judge at hearings and trials, using discretion to indicate key information relevant to judgment and prosecution decisions
  • Updated and maintained court calendar, responded to inquiries about court procedures and resolved scheduling conflicts with attorneys
  • Drafting and proofreading correspondence and legal documents
  • Resolved scheduling conflicts with attorneys
  • Assisted conferences with attorneys to settle cases
  • Day to day administrative support for the attorneys
  • Maintaining calendar and scheduling client meetings and depositions
  • Prepared and issued summons, complaints, warrants and other documents necessary for daily courtroom operations
  • Attended required meetings and conferences as well as training sessions to develop and maintain an understanding of current conventions and laws.

Legal Assistant

Moaddel Law Firm A.P.C
04.2023 - Current

Experience in Asylum Cases and Legal Form Preparation

  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.

Advisory and Management of Asylum Cases in the United States

  • Experienced in a preparation and submission of asylum applications, including interviews and hearings.
  • Managed complex cases, ensuring compliance with USCIS regulations and procedures.
  • Drafted support statements and collected relevant evidence and documentation.

Form Preparation for Work Permits and Asylum

  • Skilled in preparing and submitting forms I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization) and I-589 (Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal).
  • Ensured accuracy and completeness of forms, reducing th risk of delays or rejections.

Handling G-28 Forms and Motions

  • Proficient in completing form G-28 (Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative) to represent clients before USCIS.
  • Prepared and filed motions to reopen or reconsider cases, as well as motions for change of venue and other legal requests.

Chief Sales Officer

Dermaster S.A.S
01.2022 - 01.2023

International Sales Agent

01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Customer service, general sales of company products, constant monitoring of patients and administrative assistant
  • Identified and maximized sales opportunities, and increased customer retention rates
  • Reported all necessary information to the Chief Operating Officer and worked closely with them to achieve and maintain goals
  • Consistently surpassed sales quotas by implementing effective sales strategies and equipping providers with powerful product knowledge
  • In charge of energy sales for the United States
  • Remained flexible, adaptable, and focused on growth
  • Brought forth the ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Focused on being punctual, hardworking, and reliable.

Education

J.D. in Law -

Universidad Libre
Barranquilla, ATL

Skills

Knowledge of Legal Terminology

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Moaddel Law Firm A.P.C
04.2023 - Current

Chief Sales Officer

Dermaster S.A.S
01.2022 - 01.2023

International Sales Agent

01.2019 - 01.2022

Legal Assistant

Alcaldia de Baranoa

J.D. in Law -

Universidad Libre
MARIA CAMILA BERNAL