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SARA PORRAS RAMIREZ

SARA PORRAS RAMIREZ

Summary

Experienced and versatile Attorney with a Law Degree from Pontificia Bolivariana University (Colombia) and extensive experience with U.S.-based law firms in Texas, California, Florida, and New York. Specialized in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family, Social Security, Commercial, and Labor Law, with proven success navigating complex legal systems and advocating for migrants, victims, and diverse populations.

Recognized for strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving, with a proactive approach to research, analysis, and project management. Brings expertise in Personal Injury litigation support and case management, paired with strong skills in client relations, cross-cultural communication, translation, and interpretation, ensuring clarity and trust in multicultural settings.

Disciplined, organized, and results-driven, with a demonstrated ability to perform under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and drive case success. Committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and leveraging global perspective, interpersonal strengths, and legal expertise to add value and contribute to the firm’s long-term success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Law Office of Lizzette Muniz
New York
02.2025 - 08.2025
  • Drafted legal documents and professional correspondence for attorney review and client communication in personal injury matters.
  • Conducted in-depth legal research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles to support case preparation and strategy development.
  • Prepared affidavits, motions, and supporting documentation for litigation and settlement negotiations.
  • Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
  • Maintained and managed case files, ensuring all documents were properly organized, updated, and easily accessible.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to support negotiations and facilitate favorable settlements.

LEGAL ASSISTANT (US Law Firm)

DEFENSORA FIRM
Medellín
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Handled client calls to provide case updates
  • Attended meetings with the attorney as a translator, where discussions centered on the criminal process and clarifying client inquiries
  • Drafted legal documents, including motions for substitution, withdrawal, and discovery motions
  • Assisted attorneys in plea hearings by translating plea documents and explaining proceedings to clients
  • Contacted courts, jails, and prosecutors to inquire about case statuses
  • Conducted case follow-ups
  • Reviewed evidence and discovery materials
  • Transcribed audio and video files (evidentiary materials)
  • Translated documents, audio, and video materials
  • Sent emails to courts to reschedule hearings and inquire about case details

Personal Injury Experience

  • Conducted case investigations, gathering and analyzing relevant information such as police reports, medical records, and witness statements.
  • Managed medical records, including requesting, reviewing, and organizing documents to support client claims.
  • Prepared legal documents such as discovery requests, responses, and demand letters.
  • Maintained case management duties, including updating calendars with deadlines and organizing case files.
  • Communicated effectively with clients, providing updates and addressing their concerns throughout the case process.

LEGAL ASSISTANT (US Law firm)

VET DEFENDER
Medellín
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Received emails from the VA containing letters for veterans
  • Organized and categorized the letters
  • Sent letters to clients
  • Handled client calls, providing guidance for their VA claims process
  • Assisted the attorney in evidence meetings

LEGAL ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL (US Law Firm)

AZC ABOGADOS
Medellín
05.2023 - 07.2024
  • I worked with the Matian Firm and with Murray and Osorio Firm
  • Handling of immigration cases
  • Interpretation
  • Document translation
  • Client counseling in immigration matters
  • Handling of VAWA visa cases
  • Handling of U visa cases
  • Handling of asylum cases
  • Handling of naturalization cases

BILINGUAL LEGAL ADVISOR (US Company)

By Fone S.A.S
Medellín
04.2021 - 02.2023
  • Consulting on labor and commercial (corporate) matters, including company formation
  • Handling procedures before the Ministry of Labor and Chamber of Commerce
  • Drafting of employment contracts, commercial leases, amendment of bylaws, support in hearings for rebuttals
  • Analysis and project management

LEGAL ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL (US Law Firm)

Heard and Smith (Solvo Global)
Medellín
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Providing advice on disability benefits and programs of social security in the United States
  • Accompanying clients interested in initiating the process
  • Initiating the processes for those eligible for benefits
  • Analysis and project management

Paralegal (Us Law Firm)

Remote Staffing International (Kelley Kronenberg)
Medellín
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Organization of legal projects and documents
  • Support in organizing case documents related to insurance claims
  • Analysis and tracking of projects

Personal Injury Experience

  • Conducted case investigations, gathering and analyzing relevant information such as police reports, medical records, and witness statements.
  • Managed medical records, including requesting, reviewing, and organizing documents to support client claims.
  • Prepared legal documents such as discovery requests, responses, and demand letters.
  • Maintained case management duties, including updating calendars with deadlines and organizing case files.
  • Communicated effectively with clients, providing updates and addressing their concerns throughout the case process.

BILINGUAL NEGOTIATOR (ATTORNEY) (US Law Firm)

Surgical Capital Solutions
Medellín
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Drafting of emails in English and calls to law offices in the USA for negotiation of insurance policy payments for traffic accidents
  • Analysis and project management

Personal Injury Experience

  • Conducted case investigations, gathering and analyzing relevant information such as police reports, medical records, and witness statements.
  • Managed medical records, including requesting, reviewing, and organizing documents to support client claims.
  • Prepared legal documents such as discovery requests, responses, and demand letters.
  • Maintained case management duties, including updating calendars with deadlines and organizing case files.
  • Communicated effectively with clients, providing updates and addressing their concerns throughout the case process.

VICTIM ADVOCATE (Colombia)

Victim Assistance Center (CAV)
Medellín
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Representation of victims in all stages of the criminal process
  • Counseling and support for victims
  • Representation of victims in cases of femicide and domestic violence
  • Attendance at hearings
  • Support for prosecutors

LEGAL ASSISTANT-ATTORNEY (Colombia Law Firm)

Oficina de Abogados Estrada
Medellín
05.2017 - 07.2018
  • Drafting of lawsuits
  • Handling of cases in commercial and social security law
  • Client counseling
  • Assistance in the creation of companies
  • Management and organization of files

Personal Injury Experience

  • Conducted case investigations, gathering and analyzing relevant information such as police reports, medical records, and witness statements.
  • Managed medical records, including requesting, reviewing, and organizing documents to support client claims.
  • Prepared legal documents such as discovery requests, responses, and demand letters.
  • Maintained case management duties, including updating calendars with deadlines and organizing case files.
  • Communicated effectively with clients, providing updates and addressing their concerns throughout the case process.

Education

LAWYER -

Universidad Pontificia
Medellín
02.2021

High school or equivalent -

Colegio Hontanares
Antioquia
12.2011

Skills

Legal Expertise

  • Legal research and litigation support
  • Document drafting and legal documentation
  • Deposition and case summaries
  • Criminal justice and personal injury case support
  • Immigration support
  • Contract management and knowledge of leasings

Case & Client Management

  • Case management and client communication
  • Insurance management and aftercare
  • Employment contracts
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution

Professional & Interpersonal Skills

  • Consulting and customer service
  • Leadership and team collaboration
  • Coordination skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Bilingual communication (English–Spanish)

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Languages

5,C1

Personal Information

Timeline

Paralegal

Law Office of Lizzette Muniz
02.2025 - 08.2025

LEGAL ASSISTANT (US Law Firm)

DEFENSORA FIRM
08.2024 - 11.2024

LEGAL ASSISTANT (US Law firm)

VET DEFENDER
07.2024 - 11.2024

LEGAL ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL (US Law Firm)

AZC ABOGADOS
05.2023 - 07.2024

LEGAL ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL (US Law Firm)

Heard and Smith (Solvo Global)
09.2022 - 01.2023

Paralegal (Us Law Firm)

Remote Staffing International (Kelley Kronenberg)
01.2022 - 04.2022

BILINGUAL NEGOTIATOR (ATTORNEY) (US Law Firm)

Surgical Capital Solutions
11.2021 - 02.2022

BILINGUAL LEGAL ADVISOR (US Company)

By Fone S.A.S
04.2021 - 02.2023

VICTIM ADVOCATE (Colombia)

Victim Assistance Center (CAV)
07.2018 - 07.2019

LEGAL ASSISTANT-ATTORNEY (Colombia Law Firm)

Oficina de Abogados Estrada
05.2017 - 07.2018

LAWYER -

Universidad Pontificia

High school or equivalent -

Colegio Hontanares
SARA PORRAS RAMIREZ