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Barbara Ujvary

Sr. Legal Assistant

Barbara is a Senior Legal Assistant and a native of Argentina. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Legal, Literary, and Scientific-Technical Translation from Universidad de Belgrano in Buenos Aires and has extensive experience as a professional translator and interpreter. Barbara is known for her deep knowledge, precision, and efficiency in supporting the firm’s legal team.

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Christy Ackerman

Sr. Legal Assistant

Christy Ackerman is a Senior Legal Assistant who earned her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Coastal Carolina University. At our firm, she focuses her expertise on removal defense and provides reliable, knowledgeable support that helps the team deliver efficient and effective legal services.

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Zaymarie Gonzalez

Legal Assistant

Zaymarie is a Legal Assistant who earned her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Universidad de Puerto Rico. She brings experience in the legal field and is fluent in Spanish. Zaymarie is dedicated to providing professional, client-focused support and helping every client feel welcomed and confident.

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Vita Dionysopoulos

Legal Assistant

Vita serves as our Administrative Assistant and brings extensive administrative experience to the firm. She studied at Truman College in Chicago, Illinois. A native of Mexico, Vita is fluent in Spanish and is known for her exceptional customer service skills, helping clients feel welcomed, heard, and supported.

Carlos Agudelo

Legal Assistant

Carlos is a Legal Assistant and a native of Colombia. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations with a minor in Political Science from Florida International University in Miami. With experience in both the non-profit and private legal sectors, Carlos is known for his patience, amicable personality, and dedication to providing knowledgeable, client-focused support.

Blanca Benitez

Intake Specialist

Blanca is a bilingual Intake Specialist with an Associate of Science degree in Paralegal Studies. She brings extensive experience in law firm settings and is dedicated to ensuring every client feels welcomed, supported, and confident from their very first interaction. Her approachable nature and attention to detail help create a smooth and reassuring intake experience.

Jacqueline Benitez

Practice Manager

Jacqueline joined Vedder & Jattan, P.A. in December 2011 and serves as a cornerstone of the firm. A native of Cuba, she studied Business Administration at Miami Dade College. With over thirty years of experience in accounting and business management, Jacqueline provides steady guidance and leadership that helps the firm operate smoothly and serve clients effectively.

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Barbara Ujvary

Barbara Ujvary
Sr. Legal Assistant

Christy Ackerman
Christy Ackerman
Sr. Legal Assistant
Zaymarie Gonzalez
Zaymarie Gonzalez
Legal Assistant
Carlos Agudelo

Carlos Agudelo
Legal Assistant

Vita Dionysopoulos

Vita Dionysopoulos
Administrative Assistant

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Blanca Benitez
Intake Specialist

Jacqueline Benitez

Jacqueline Benitez
Practice Manager

Barbara Ujvary

Barbara Ujvary
Sr. Legal Assistant

Barbara is a native of Argentina, graduated from Universidad de Belgrano, Buenos Aires, with a Bachelor’s degree in Legal, Literary and Scientific-Technical Translation. She has done extensive work as a professional translator/interpreter. Barbara brings over fifteen years of experience in the legal field.

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Christy Ackerman

Christy Ackerman
Sr. Legal Assistant

Christy Ackerman graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Christy has over twenty years of experience in the legal field.

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Zaymarie Gonzalez

Zaymarie Gonzalez
Legal Assistant

Zaymarie graduated from Universidad de Puerto Rico, with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science. She has been working in the legal field for 7 years and she is fluent in Spanish.

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Carlos Agudelo

Carlos Agudelo
Legal Assistant

Carlos, a native of Colombia, earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations with a minor in Political Science from Florida International University in Miami. He has extensive experience in the legal field, having worked in both the non-profit and private sectors.

Vita Dionysopoulos

Vita Dionysopoulos
Administrative Assistant

Vita brings over a decade of administrative experience and attended Truman College in Chicago, IL. Vita is native of Mexico, fluent in Spanish.

Nikole Bordones

Nikole Bordones
Intake Specialist

Nikole earned her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Relations from the University of South Florida and is currently pursuing a Juris Master at Florida State University. Born and raised in Venezuela, she brings fluency in Spanish and a strong personal connection to the immigration experience.

Jacqueline Benitez

Jacqueline Benitez
Practice Manager

Jacqueline joined Vedder & Jattan, P.A. in December 2011. She is a native of Cuba, fluent in Spanish having migrated to Florida in 1980 where she studied Business Administration at Miami Dade College. She brings over thirty years of accounting and business management experience to our firm.

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Barbara Ujvary

Legal Assistant

Barbara is a native of Argentina, graduated from Universidad de Belgrano, Buenos Aires, with a Bachelor’s degree in Legal, Literary and Scientific-Technical Translation. She has done extensive work as a professional translator/interpreter. Barbara brings over ten years of experience in the legal field.

Christy Ackerman

Legal Assistant

Christy Ackerman graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Christy has over fifteen years of experience in the legal field.

Zaymarie Gonzalez

Zaymarie graduated from Universidad de Puerto Rico, with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science. She has been working in the legal field for 7 years and she is fluent in Spanish.

Vita Dionysopoulos

Legal Assistant

Vita brings over a decade of administrative experience and attended Truman College in Chicago, IL. Vita is native of Mexico, fluent in Spanish.

Nikole Bordones

Intake Specialist

Nikole earned her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Relations from the University of South Florida and is currently pursuing a Juris Master at Florida State University. Born and raised in Venezuela, she brings fluency in Spanish and a strong personal connection to the immigration experience.

Jacqueline Benitez

Practice Manager

Jacqueline joined Vedder & Jattan, P.A. in December 2011. She is a native of Cuba, fluent in Spanish having migrated to Florida in 1980 where she studied Business Administration at Miami Dade College. She brings over 25+ years of accounting and business management experience to our firm.