Rebeca Frederickson
Summary
Dedicated Immigration Paralegal with two years of experience in family immigration law. Passionate about helping individuals and families navigate complex immigration processes with empathy and precision. Skilled in preparing legal documentation, managing case files, and providing clear communication to clients from diverse backgrounds. Committed to delivering exceptional support to both clients and attorneys in achieving successful outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Paralegal /Senior Administrative Assistant
The Law Office of Jessica Piedra LLC
09.2022 - Current
- Provide support to attorneys in the drafting of forms and rereading for visas, green cards, naturalization, and other forms of immigration relief
- Conduct detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Translate foreign language documents into English for use in legal proceedings
- Compile evidence for submission with applications for adjustment of status, U Visas, T Visas, VAWA or other forms of relief
- Review pertinent documents such as birth certificates, marriage licenses and passports to ensure accuracy of filings
- Organize client files according to office procedures while ensuring accuracy of information recorded
- Review incoming email and documents daily to identify urgent requests requiring immediate attention
- Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when interacting with clients over the phone or by email
- Respond promptly to queries from clients regarding their cases via email and telephone
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across different departments within the organization
- Build and maintain excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Develop a strong understanding of immigration laws and regulations, enabling accurate completion of legal documents
Owner and Manager
ABC English School
09.2018 - 06.2024
- Managed all aspects of business ownership and operational management, keeping business running smoothly
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and customers
- Conducted regular meetings with team members in order to review progress on projects and address any issues quickly
- Developed and maintaining classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation
- Built a positive rapport with students to encourage them to take risks in their learning
- Adapted curriculums, and addressed needs of scholars with varying abilities and cultural backgrounds
- Provided feedback to parents regarding student's academic growth and behavioral development
Head of Credit Risk Department & Accounts Payable
Azuvi, S.L.
04.2007 - 12.2012
- Developed and implemented credit policies to ensure timely payments from customers
- Analyzed financial statements for companies applying for credit lines
- Created and maintained customer accounts in the system, ensuring accuracy of data entry
- Monitored customer accounts for compliance with terms of agreements
- Researched discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, contracts., to resolve billing issues promptly
- Generated weekly aging reports detailing overdue invoices for follow up by the collections team
- Conducted financial analysis on potential clients prior to approving credit applications
- Collaborated with sales team to review and analyze customer credit limits
- Assisted with collections efforts by researching past due accounts, verifying account balances, and providing payment options to customers
- Handled escalated customer complaints related to billing inquiries or payment disputes
Education
C2 Proficiency in English - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Cambridge University EOL Certifications
Cambridge, United Kingdom07.1994
High School Diploma - undefined
Ellsworth High School
Ellsworth, Maine06.1992
Skills
- Legal translation
- Understanding of Immigration Law
- Knowledge of immigration forms and procedures
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Excellent data collection skills
- Active listening
- Tact and sensitivity
- Good writing and editing skills
- Proofreading
- Office administration
- Proficient in MS office
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Catalan
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Software
MS Word
MS Excel
Google Docs
Cerenade
Timeline
Junior Paralegal /Senior Administrative Assistant
The Law Office of Jessica Piedra LLC
09.2022 - Current
Owner and Manager
ABC English School
09.2018 - 06.2024
Head of Credit Risk Department & Accounts Payable
Azuvi, S.L.
04.2007 - 12.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Ellsworth High School
C2 Proficiency in English - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Cambridge University EOL Certifications
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