Case Management Legal Assistant
Resume:
B E A T R I Z C O R N
C O N T A C T
***********@*****.***
Fairfax, VA
S K I L L S
Portuguese: Fluent
English: Advanced
Spanish: Intermediary
L A N G U A G E S P R O F I L E S U MMARY
WORK E X P E R I E N C E
Associate Attorney – Jansen Gonçalves Law Firm 2021 – 2024 Focused on Civil Law, handling litigation in probate, wills, and contract matters.
Conducted due diligence and document review for inheritance proceedings, drafting legal documents, petitions, and appeals to higher courts. Provided client counseling, ensuring clear communication and negotiation of settlements for probate and contract disputes.
Expanded practice into International Law, specializing in U.S. Immigration, including green card applications and visa processes. Oversaw case management for immigration clients, ensuring compliance with U.S. regulations, timelines and deadline.
Demonstrated strong time management and team collaboration while working with senior attorneys to meet client needs.
Legal Assistant to Civil Court Judge – Brazilian Judiciary 2017 – 2021 Provided legal and administrative support to a civil court judge, focusing on litigation and trial preparation.
Conducted legal research, drafted judicial decisions, and managed case files with a high level of attention to detail.
Assisted in discovery processes, organizing evidence and preparing for hearings.
Supported case management by coordinating procedural schedules and ensuring compliance with court deadlines.
Experience in U.S. Immigration
processes and forms (green card,
work, tourist, and family visas);
Skilled in legal research, case
strategy development, and legal
writing for motions and briefs;
Strong organizational skills and
attention to detail in document
review and case management;
Client-oriented communication and
legal counseling for diverse clientele;
Willingness to adapt and learn new
areas of law and handle risk
assessment;
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint) and e-SAJ, the
Brazilian equivalent to Westlaw;
I am a Brazilian legal professional with over seven years of experience. Specializing in civil law and appellate litigation in Brazil’s superior courts. I also have experience in international immigration law, handling visa applications and green card processes for global clients.
O B S E R V A T I O N
I am not licensed to practice law in the
state of Virginia or any other U.S.
jurisdiction. My legal practice is focused
on international law, particularly in the
immigration processes.
To secure a position in the legal field where I can leverage my expertise in Brazilian civil law, appellate litigation, and international immigration law to contribute effectively to a dynamic legal team.
O B J E C T I V E
E D U C A T I O N
Law Degree (4 years)
University Uniderp, Campo Grande, Brazil [2015-2019] High School (3 years)
Bionatus School, Campo Grande, Brazil [2012 -2014]
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