Maria De Los Angeles Jimenez
Miami,MB
Summary
Experienced civil attorney with over 30 years of legal practice in Havana, Cuba, and recent paralegal training in the United States. Expertise in civil law, defensive asylum cases, and a comprehensive range of immigration services. Adept at managing legal documents, providing client consultations, and preparing immigration forms. Strong background in organizing and digitalizing legal records, with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal support and services.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Kuan Morales Multiservices, Miami, FL
Miami, Florida
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Digitalized asylum case files processed during the year.
- Organized case files and incorporated updates from USCIS and the Court.
- Prepared immigration forms (both online and printed), including asylum, adjustment of status, work permits, family petitions, Juvenile Visas, FOIA requests, and B1/B2 visas.
- Provided clients with guidance on the preparation and submission of immigration applications.
Head of Attorney Team
Bufete de Plaza
Havana, Cuba
05.2011 - 03.2023
- Directed and mentored a team of novice attorneys, facilitating their professional development and practical training.
- Evaluated team attorneys' progress and preparation, ensuring readiness for annual assessments.
- Supervised undergraduate and postgraduate thesis projects for law students and graduates from the University of Havana.
- Actively participated in expert groups responsible for preparing and evaluating new attorneys across Havana law firms.
- Contributed to the technical supervision team overseeing law firms in Havana and other regions, ensuring adherence to legal standards.
Attorney
Bufete de Playa
Havana, Cuba
02.1992 - 07.2010
- Provided expert legal consultations to clients in office settings.
- Successfully represented clients in various civil, administrative, and family law cases, including divorces, termination of parental rights, child custody, annulments of legal acts, compensation for damages, and customs claims.
- Competently represented clients in Municipal, Provincial, and Supreme Courts, ensuring the best possible outcomes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal
Paralegal Institute of The Americas
Florida, USMaster of Arts - Civil Law
Universidad De La Habana
Havana, Cuba09-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Law And Justice
Universidad Central De Las Villas
Havana, Cuba07-1987
Skills
- Civil Law
- Immigration Law
- Defensive Asylum Cases
- Legal Document Preparation
- Client Consultations
- Case Management
- Digitalization of Legal Records
- Fluent in Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Certification
- Notary Public, 2009
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paralegal
Kuan Morales Multiservices, Miami, FL
10.2023 - 05.2024
Head of Attorney Team
Bufete de Plaza
05.2011 - 03.2023
Attorney
Bufete de Playa
02.1992 - 07.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal
Paralegal Institute of The Americas
Master of Arts - Civil Law
Universidad De La Habana
Bachelor of Arts - Law And Justice
Universidad Central De Las Villas
- Notary Public, 2009
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