Glenda W.

Experience

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  BMW Group

  Nov 2009 - Dec 2010

  Salesperson
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  Court of Justice in the State of Pará

  Jan 2011 - Oct 2013

  Legal Intern
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  Almeida & Veras Advocacia

  Mar 2015 - Nov 2021

  Attorney

  • Represented clients in matters involving labor law, social security law, civil law, and consumer law.• Conducted fact-finding investigations, including interviewing witnesses, taking witness statements, searching public records, conducting background checks, and collecting evidence to present in court.• Advised clients on their legal rights and obligations and prepared written reports and legal opinions.• Handled over 100 cases a year and maintained a 95% success rate.

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  Phytopharma

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2019

  Finance Manager

  • Provided financial leadership, focused on annual financial planning and compliance in partnership with finance teams. • Led the overall financial health of the organization by preparing financial reports, directing investment activities, and developing strategies and plans for the long-term financial goals of the organization.• Looked for investment opportunities and ways to maximize profits, using insights to make financial recommendations to management.

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  Cantina Fit

  Nov 2018 - Dec 2020

  General Manager

  • Schedule and direct staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity. • Conduct daily pre-shift and weekly departmental meetings to ensure organizational efficiency. • Optimize profits by controlling food beverage and labor costs on a daily basis. • Continually monitor restaurant and take appropriate action to ensure food quality and service standards are consistently met. • Efficiently resolve problems or concerns to the satisfaction of all involved parties

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  Prozis

  Oct 2019 - Dec 2020

  Sales Representative

  • Developed new business, penetrated existing accounts, and minimized lost business to achieve sustainable sales growth.• Communicated the benefits of the company’s fitness products to prospective and existing clients to drive sales.• Researched customers’ business needs and developed a mix of products and services to meet those needs.• Managed a range of responsibilities including identifying and educating prospective customers while supporting existing clients with information and assistance related to products and services.• Consistently hit monthly sales target of R $100,000. Show less

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  Premier Motor Sales

  Jan 2021 - Feb 2022

  Salesperson

  • Create and maintain excellent relationships with customers to ensure customer satisfaction and earn more business.• Stay up to date on all features, conditions, and warranties of new and used vehicle makes and models and how they benefit customers.• Work with sales managers to ensure individual and department sales goals are consistently met.• Maintain and average sales volume of 10 to 12 vehicles per month.

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  Wernikoff Visa

  Nov 2021 - now

  Wernikoff Visa Immigration Services

  Immigration professional with extensive experience in family-based petitions, change of status, asylum applications, and humanitarian relief, including VAWA and T visas. Proficient in employment-based visa processes, such as EB2 and E2 visas, with a strong understanding of U.S. immigration laws and procedures. Skilled in case management, legal documentation, client advocacy, and cross-cultural communication. Dedicated to delivering professional, efficient, and compassionate support to clients while ensuring compliance and achieving successful outcomes. Show less

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  LIDER, FOGARTY AND RIBEIRO, PC

  Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

  Legal

  • Conducted legal research on immigration laws, regulations, and procedures• Prepared and draft legal documents, including petitions, applications, and affidavits• Reviewed and proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness• Assisted attorneys in preparing clients for interviews and hearings• Managed case files and maintain accurate records using document management systems• Interviewed clients to gather necessary information for their cases• Assisted with data entry tasks to ensure accurate and up-to-date information• Communicated with clients, government agencies, and other parties involved in the immigration process• Collaborated with attorneys to develop case strategies and provide support throughout the entire immigration processExperience:• Family Based Immigration• Employment based Visas• Deportation Defense• Citizenship & Naturalization• Business and Investor Visa• Consular Process Show less

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  Computershare

  Feb 2023 - Aug 2023

  Compliance Specialist

  • Paralegal experience supporting a corporate governance legal team. Experience in corporate governance tasks such as entity formation, dissolution, resolutions, and filings.• Created and maintained excellent relationships with customers to ensure customer satisfaction and earn more business.• Compliance Oversight: Oversee compliance with all applicable housing laws and regulations• Answer clients calls to solve compliance problems• Responsible for monitoring and documenting compliance activities• Advising leadership and management on compliance matters, and liaising with government agencies• Implement and manage an effective legal compliance program.• Develop and review company policies• Advise management on the company’s compliance with laws and regulations through detailed reports• Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations• Regularly audit company procedures, practices, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risks• Assess company operations to determine compliance risk• Ensure all employees are educated on the latest regulations and processes• Resolve employee concerns about legal compliance• Enter financial data into computerized accounting software program, spreadsheets, and templates. Show less

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  Ogletree Deakins

  Apr 2025 - now

  Business Immigration Paralegal

  Specializing in Employment-Based Immigration H-1B and TNAs an immigration paralegal, I support attorneys in preparing and filing complex employment-based visa petitions and adjustment of status applications. I have hands-on experience managing high-volume caseloads involving: • H-1B: Cap-subject and cap-exempt petitions, including RFEs, amendments, and extensions. • TN: NAFTA professionals—preparing support letters, checklists, and border filing packages.My responsibilities include drafting USCIS forms, support letters, legal cover letters, and compiling evidence packages, while tracking deadlines and ensuring compliance with USCIS and DOL regulations. I collaborate closely with clients, HR teams, and attorneys to ensure efficient and accurate case preparation from intake through approval. Show less