Kevin Hernandez-Arias

***** ** **** ***, *****, FL 33167 ·305-***-**** ·ad0ejf@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

With excellent communication skills, in both Spanish and English, I am able to effectively communicate with clients and government agencies.. I am knowledgeable about court procedures, criminal statutes, and evidentiary rules, and am familiar with the various types of criminal cases. With a detail-oriented and organized approach, I am able to work under pressure and am confident that I can be a valuable asset to any legal team. Experience

January 2023 - PRESENT

GF Immigration Law, PA - Case Investigations Specialist

● Create a department in charge of processing and collecting evidence on labor, domestic and sex traffickers

● Streamline and connect with different departments on jurisdictions and statutes for clients in all states.

● Conducted legal research on various immigration-related issues, statutes and state codes for different crimes and misdemeanors

● Process FBI reports and court dispositions for different counties across the United States

● Follow proper criminal proceedings and follow confidentiality codes to ensure Attorney-Client Privilege

● Establish a systematic filing and indexing system for client records, ensuring easy retrieval and organization.

● Develop standardized naming conventions for digital files and folders to maintain consistency and facilitate efficient searching.

● Regularly update and maintain client databases or record management systems with accurate and relevant information.

● Implement a record retention policy to ensure compliance with legal requirements and maintain an organized record-keeping process.

● Conduct regular audits of client files to identify and resolve any inconsistencies or missing documents.

● Create a tracking system to monitor the status and progress of client cases, including key milestones and deadlines.

● Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to obtain necessary documents and information for client records.

August 2022 - December 2022

Qualities

Legal Research

Ability to conduct legal research to

gather information and analyze

relevant data for a case, including

statutes and codes for different

states

Organization

Ability to manage large volumes

of information, keep track of

deadlines, and maintain a

well-organized work environment.

Time Management

Ability to prioritize tasks, manage

multiple assignments

simultaneously, and meet deadlines

Problem Solving

Ability to identify and address

problems in a creative and

effective manner, and to develop

and implement solutions to achieve

desired outcomes

Confidentiality

Ability to maintain the

confidentiality of sensitive and

confidential information, and to

adhere to ethical and legal

standards governing the legal

profession.

Computer skills

Proficiency in using legal research

databases, document management

software, and other legal

technology tools.

Records Collection

Proficiency in analysis and

organization of police reports,

court documents, medical records

and client files in a timely and

organized manner

Lead Case Submitter

● Assisted in the preparation and submission of various immigration applications, such as family-based petitions, adjustment of status applications, and naturalization applications.

● Collaborated with attorneys and other legal professionals to ensure that cases are handled effectively and efficiently

● Communicated effectively with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure that all necessary documentation is obtained and deadlines are met

● Prepared and filed various legal documents, such as motions and briefs, for immigration court proceedings.

Certifications

LexisNexis

A legal research and

analytics tool that provides

access to legal and

regulatory information.

March 2021 - August 2022

Legal Administrative Assistant

● Maintained a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, ensuring that all client information is kept secure and private

● Managed administrative tasks, such as filing, answering phone calls, and responding to emails, to ensure that the office runs smoothly and efficiently

● Coordinated and scheduled client appointments and court appearances, ensuring that all necessary parties are informed and available, and maintain proper follow ups with parties

● Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client and case files, ensuring that all information is organized and easily accessible.

January 2019 - February 2021

The Law Offices of Pollack and Rosen, PA - Legal Receptionist

● Providing excellent customer service by greeting clients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner, and directing them to the appropriate person or department.

● Answering phone calls and responding to emails, ensuring that all inquiries are handled promptly and efficiently

● Managing incoming and outgoing mail and packages, ensuring that all items are properly labeled and tracked.

● Performing basic clerical tasks, such as data entry and typing, to support the work of attorneys and other legal professionals.

Education

January 2021 - May 2023

Miami-Dade College - Associates of Arts

Associate of Arts - AA, Paralegal Studies, General August 2018 - May 2023

Miami-Dade College - Bachelors of Science

Bachelors of Science - BS, Criminal Justice

Westlaw

A legal research database

that provides access to case

law, statutes, and other legal

materials.

TimeMap 6

A software tool used in

legal cases to create visual

timelines and chronologies.

TrialDirector 6

A software tool used in

legal cases to manage,

present and annotate

evidence.

Adobe Acrobat

A software tool used to

create, edit, and view PDF

documents.

Excel 2019

A spreadsheet software tool

used for data analysis and

organization.

CaseMap 13

A case management

software tool used to

organize case information

and evidence.

Best Authority

A software tool used in

legal cases to create and

manage tables of

authorities.

iManage Work 10

Desktop

A document management

system for law firms and

other professional services

firms.

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