Danesa Tamayo
Geneva
Summary
Experience and dedicate attorney with a passion for making a positive impact through the practice of law. Skilled in legal research, brief writing, and advocacy. Specialized knowledge in immigration law and family law. Eager to use my skills and experience to contribute to a legal team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Attorney
Prairie State Legal Services
West Chicago
04.2019 - Current
- Conducted client consultations to assess eligibility for immigration benefits
- Drafted and reviewed immigration petitions and applications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal standards.
- Established best practices for case management, increasing operational efficiency within the legal team.
- Identified emerging community issues and worked with ProBono for client clinics.
- Managed caseload efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance while meeting strict deadlines.
- Developed and conducted in-house presentations for training and professional development and responded to legal analyses requests from staff.
- Collaborated attorneys within the firm by sharing knowledge and expertise on immigration law matters.
Associate Attorney
Dady & Hoffmann, LLC
Rockford
05.2016 - 04.2019
- Conducted immigration consultations and provided legal advice and/or representation
- Represented clients in immigration court and/or at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Managed a high volume of cases with efficiency, ensuring timely filings and meeting strict deadlines.
Paralegal
Hernandez Law Office, Ltd
Elgin
07.2011 - 08.2015
- Communicated effectively with clients, witnesses, and experts to gather essential information for cases.
- Developed and maintained case management systems to enhance workflow efficiency within the office.
- Drafted legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests for various cases.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
Education
Jurist Doctorate -
Northern Illinois University College of Law
DeKalb12-2015
Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Active Listening
- Adaptability
- Leadership Skills
LANGUAGES
Spanish - Highly proficient
English - Highly proficient
Timeline
Senior Staff Attorney
Prairie State Legal Services
04.2019 - Current
Associate Attorney
Dady & Hoffmann, LLC
05.2016 - 04.2019
Paralegal
Hernandez Law Office, Ltd
07.2011 - 08.2015
Jurist Doctorate -
Northern Illinois University College of Law
TRAININGS
- 2025-2026 - BiWeekly Immigration Legal Resource Center Briefings, webinar
- March 2026 - AILA Midwest Conference, Chicago, IL
- February 2026 - ASISTA Two Day Webinar, Immigration Justice for Criminalized Survivors
- January 2026 - ASISTA Webinar, Seeking I-192 Waivers in EOIR with Maria Baldini-Potermin
- November 2025 - Aurora University Human Trafficking Summit, Aurora, IL
- June 2025 - AILA Annual Conference, webinar
- March 2025 - ASISTA Two Day Webinar, Strategizing for Complex U Visa Petitions: The Quagmire of Qualifying Criminal Activity
- February 2025 - PLI, Addressing Domestic Violence 2025: Intersection of Evidence in Criminal and Civil Cases