Ashley Cruz Email & Phone Number

New York City Metropolitan Area

-Ensure the timely and precise preparation and submission of student grades and essential documents. -Regularly evaluate and assess student work, assignments, and activities, offering valuable written feedback via Discussion Boards, audio, and video recordings. -Actively participate in the learning community, fostering a strong and inclusive online.

Newark, NJ

- Deliver comprehensive advocacy services to support and empower noncitizen foster youth.- Represent minors before federal agencies such as USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) and EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review).- Conduct thorough case evaluations to identify the most appropriate forms of immigration relief and.

Union City, NJ

- Conducted thorough factual investigations, analyzed legal issues, and performed extensive legal research.- Screened clients for services, making appropriate referrals to ensure their needs were met.- Collaborated with a team to develop effective case strategies and represented clients in court, administrative agencies, and other relevant forums..

New York City Metropolitan Area

- Represented clients in court and administrative agencies- Managed all case-specific information, monitored case progress, obtained decisions and orders, and handled documentation of case statuses on state intake systems.- Tracked removal cases and procedural requirements, including setting up notification processes and calendars.- Calendared hearings and.

Greater New York City Area

- Prepared and provided valuable advice to clients, representing them in immigration proceedings and family court.- Conducted extensive research, gathered data, and synthesized information to prepare compelling briefs, motions, and memos.- Filed court notices promptly and responded within court deadlines, while meticulously maintaining a court calendar.

Greater New York City Area

I provided legal advice and support for the Colombian Consulate in NJ and NY regarding U.S. law. Key highlights of my responsibilities include:-Supported imprisoned Colombian nationals by offering legal advice across various areas of law.-Drafted legal memoranda to provide comprehensive responses to client inquiries, while diligently tracking and managing.

Englewood Cliffs, NJ

- Assisted attorneys in conducting thorough review and analysis of discovery documents for litigation cases.- Conducted extensive legal research to identify relevant case law and statutes applicable to discovery matters.- Drafted and prepared discovery requests, responses, and objections, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal requirements.- Organized.

Bound Brook, NJ

- Assisted clients in completing immigration forms accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and requirements.- Drafted affidavits and prepared supporting documentation to strengthen immigration cases and applications.- Conducted comprehensive legal research on asylum and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) matters.

New Brunswick, NJ

- Assisted the professor in conducting extensive research on the 2006 immigrant protests in the US, including gathering primary and secondary sources such as news articles, academic papers, and government documents.- Analyzed and synthesized research findings to identify key themes, trends, and arguments related to the immigrant protests.- Compiled and.

Doctor Of Law (Jd)

Activities and Societies: Hispanic Bar Association of NJ Scholarship Recipient, Minority Student Program

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Science And Government, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Alpha Chi Omega

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Political Science And Government, Dean'S List, Honor Roll

Activities and Societies: NJ Stars