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isabel lara

@isabellara

I am an immigration paralegal and bilingual legal assistant delivering accurate case preparation and client-focused support.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a client-focused immigration or paralegal role where I can apply bilingual communication, legal research, and case-preparation skills, support attorneys through trial work, and grow in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

I am an immigration paralegal and legal assistant with hands-on experience supporting asylum, DACA, and family petition cases. I conduct legal research and draft persuasive briefs and memos, contributing to successful outcomes in 80% of cases.

At the CLEAR Clinic I drafted and revised complex legal documents, assisted in all stages of trial preparation, and coordinated witness interviews, which helped drive a 20% increase in case settlements.

I am bilingual in English and Spanish and provide high-volume client communication, client intake, and document management to maintain organized files and timely filings. I hold a Major in Liberal Arts with a Minor in Business and an Associate degree from Portland Community College.

Earlier roles in banking gave me strong cash-handling, account support, investment services, and compliance experience, which I combine with attention to detail, time management, and Notary Public credentials to support clients and legal teams effectively.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Immigration Paralegal

Current

CLEAR Clinic (Portland Community College Legal Resource Cent

May 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Conducted legal research and drafted persuasive briefs and motions, contributing to favorable outcomes in 80% of cases; managed trial preparation and witness coordination, helping increase case settlements by 20%.

Legal Research Trial Preparation Case Management

Legal Assistant

Passage Immigration

Jul 2022 - May 2023 (10 months)

Provided legal and administrative support for asylum, DACA, and family petitions. Assisted with client intakes, document gathering, and maintained organized files to ensure timely filings and improved bilingual client communication.

Immigration Law document preparation Case Management DACA Asylum Bilingualism

Bank Teller & Branch Service Specialist

OnPoint Community Credit Unions

Jul 2017 - Jul 2022 (5 years)

Supported members in teller and branch service roles, handling transactions, opening accounts, and assisting with loans and investment services. Ensured compliance with banking regulations while delivering personalized financial support.

Customer Service Compliance Relationship Management