Alejandra Orellana

Experienced bilingual Legal Assistant and Immigration Case Specialist with extensive knowledge of U.S. immigration processes, case preparation, document review, client relations, and data management. Skilled in handling high-volume caseloads, preparing immigration petitions and applications, maintaining confidential records, and supporting attorneys and clients throughout the immigration process. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities with a proven record of accuracy and professionalism.

Legal Assistant – Affirmative Team - Haim Vasquez Law Firm

(2023-08)

• Prepare, review, and organize affirmative immigration filings and supporting evidence.
• Assist clients with case intake, document collection, and completion of immigration forms.
• Draft affidavits, declarations, cover letters, and case support documents.
• Maintain accurate case records and monitor filing deadlines.
• Communicate with clients regarding case updates and document requests.
• Coordinate with attorneys to ensure compliance with USCIS requirements and immigration regulations.
• Handle confidential client information with professionalism and discretion.

Data Entry Clerk II - DTSV - Irving, TX

(2022-05 - 2023-08)

• Accurately transfer and validate data from physical records into electronic databases.
• Review files for completeness, identify discrepancies, and correct data-entry errors.
• Process and review immigration-related applications and petitions, including I-730, I-589, and I-129 H-1B cases.
• Utilize ELIS, CLAIMS, GLOBAL, PCQS, CIS2, RAILS, and other government systems.
• Handle special-case processing, file transfers, fee-related reports, and case rejections according to established procedures.
• Train and support team members on data-entry and case-review procedures.

Legal Assistant - Jaime Barron, PC - Dallas, TX

(2019-07 - 2022-04)

• Prepared immigration applications including I-485, I-130, I-131, I-601, I-730, I-589, I-765, and N-400.
• Conducted client intake, consultations, and case preparation.
• Translated legal documents, affidavits, and correspondence between English and Spanish.
• Prepared clients for USCIS and consular interviews.
• Managed attorney calendars, appointments, case files, and administrative operations.

Legal Assistant - Law Office of Jose Pertierra - Washington, DC

(2016-11 - 2019-05)

• Conducted bilingual client interviews and intake services.
• Assisted clients with immigration forms and supporting documentation.
• Managed scheduling, correspondence, scanning, and document processing.
• Researched cases, gathered information, and supported daily case reporting.