Jillian Zonts
@jillianzonts
Early-career business immigration paralegal skilled in case filings, research, and client communication.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Business Immigration Paralegal at Ogletree Deakins, supporting attorneys in drafting and filing employment-based immigration petitions and visa applications (H-1Bs, L-1s, TNs, etc.). I compile, analyze, and organize case documentation to strengthen filings and meet USCIS, DOL, and consular requirements, while maintaining professional correspondence with attorneys and clients.
I also bring experience from a Research Assistant role in developmental psychology, where I conducted comprehensive literature reviews and performed quantitative and qualitative data analysis. Earlier, I worked as an Infant & Toddler Teacher, building strong communication and organization skills in a nurturing, high-responsibility setting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Immigration Paralegal
Ogletree Deakins Law Firm
May 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Supported attorneys by drafting and filing employment-based immigration petitions and visa applications (H-1B, L-1, TN) with timely, accurate submissions. Managed 70+ active client matters by organizing case documentation and maintaining compliance-ready records.
Admin Intern
Columbia Property Management
May 2024 - Sep 2024 (4 months)
Assisted property operations by coordinating with maintenance, leasing, and administrative teams to support property service delivery. Handled communications and documentation to help applicants through tours and leasing processes.
Research Assistant
Laboratory on Affective Neuroscience & Development
Dec 2022 - Aug 2023 (8 months)
Collaborated with the lab director, doctoral candidates, and students to design and execute developmental psychology research projects. Conducted literature reviews and quantitative/qualitative data analysis, then presented findings at the university’s Research Day.
Infant & Toddler Teacher
Ladybird Academy
Aug 2020 - Apr 2021 (8 months)
Provided full-time care for infants through toddlers by supporting developmental milestones with structured activities and play. Managed daily care routines and maintained safe, enriching communication practices with the facility director.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Activities and societies: Cognate: Criminology; Tau Sigma National Honor Society
Earned a B.A. in Psychology with a cognate in Criminology; member of Tau Sigma National Honor Society.
Catholic University of America
Activities and societies: Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
Attended the Catholic University of America and is listed as a member of Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society.
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