YULIANA TELLEZ
Summary
A foreign-trained attorney with 12+ years of experience in law, representing clients in court hearings, drafting legal documents such as complaints, motions, applications, and appeals. Demonstrated abilities in legal research and analysis. Hardworking and organized to provide administrative support.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Removal Department Supervisor
Law Offices of Gerald M. Gonzales, PC
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Drafted legal documents such as applications, motions, briefs, and pleadings
- Filed documents with the appropriate court or office
- Translated documents from Spanish to English for assigned cases
- Communicated with clients to request evidence for their cases/applications
- Answered phone calls for updates, and the client's questions about their cases
- Conducted legal research and analysis for assigned cases
- Kep and updated database of court dockets and upcoming deadlines in the attorney's calendar
- Coordinated appointments and meetings with clients, optimizing attorney schedules for maximum productivity.
- Supported attorneys during court appearances by compiling relevant materials and conducting background research on specific issues.
- Streamlined immigration case processing by efficiently organizing and maintaining client files.
Volunteer Staff
Immigration Service and Aid Center (ISAAC)
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Drafted and filed forms for Adjustment of Status, Naturalization, Consular Process, LPR renewal, and DACA renewal
- Requested information and documents from clients for their cases
- Wrote and translated affidavits.
- Assisted clients with immigration application completion to improve timeliness of case review and disposition.
- Contributed to client case file preparation and verified inclusion of required documentation.
- Filed correspondence and legal documents in correct client files and transmitted applicable documentation to courts and government agencies.
Associate Attorney
Leegi S.C.
01.2012 - 07.2019
- Coordinated work relating to legal cases in civil, labor, and administrative law
- Provided legal counsel to clients related to civil, labor, and administrative law
- Presented persuasive arguments in court hearings, effectively advocating for client interests in contested matters.
- Evaluated potential new cases by analyzing facts and applicable laws to determine the likelihood of success on the merits.
- Participated in settlement negotiations, securing favorable terms for clients while minimizing potential liabilities.
- Conducted thorough legal research for case preparation, identifying critical information to support client positions.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and appeals ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
- Managed a diverse caseload, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
- Represented clients in administrative proceedings before government agencies.
Law School Instructor
La Salle University and High School
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Facilitated differentiated instruction within the classroom setting by modifying content delivery methods based on individual students'' abilities and interests.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly to maximize learning outcomes.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Established clear objectives for lessons, units, projects and communicated objectives to students.
General Director for Administrative Procedures
Cuernavaca Municipality
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Coordinated personnel within the Direction of Administrative Procedures
- Reviewed and sign out orders of the procedures
- Trained personnel
- Reviewed and modified manuals of politics and procedures
- Prepared memos and weekly reports.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Junior Attorney
Fernandez Urban S.C.
04.2007 - 01.2012
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Drafted, reviewed and filed complaints and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
Education
Master of Law (LLM) - Law
St. Mary's University
San Antonio, TX 01.2021 - 2021.05
English as a Second Language - English
Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico (UNAM USA)
San Antonio, TX 08.2019 - 2020.05
Master in Law - Law
Autonomous University of The State of Morelos
Morelos, MexicoBachelor's Degree in Law - Law
Autonomous University of The State of Morelos
Morelos, MexicoSkills
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References
References upon request.
Timeline
Removal Department Supervisor
Law Offices of Gerald M. Gonzales, PC
01.2022 - 06.2023
Volunteer Staff
Immigration Service and Aid Center (ISAAC)
01.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Law (LLM) - Law
St. Mary's University
01.2021 - 2021.05
English as a Second Language - English
Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico (UNAM USA)
08.2019 - 2020.05
General Director for Administrative Procedures
Cuernavaca Municipality
01.2016 - 09.2016
Associate Attorney
Leegi S.C.
01.2012 - 07.2019
Law School Instructor
La Salle University and High School
01.2012 - 12.2018
Junior Attorney
Fernandez Urban S.C.
04.2007 - 01.2012
Master in Law - Law
Autonomous University of The State of Morelos
Bachelor's Degree in Law - Law
Autonomous University of The State of Morelos
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