Gabriela Guillen
About Gabriela Guillen
Gabriela Guillen is a Senior Bilingual Paralegal with native proficiency in English and Spanish, specializing in bilingual legal documentation and research. She has extensive experience in the legal field, particularly in international arbitration and litigation, and has worked for several prominent law firms in the Washington D.C. area.
Work at Arnold & Porter
Gabriela Guillen has been serving as a Senior Bilingual Paralegal at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP since 2018. In this role, she utilizes her bilingual proficiency to manage legal documentation and communication effectively. Her responsibilities include translating complex legal texts between English and Spanish, particularly in international arbitration and litigation. Her position at Arnold & Porter highlights her commitment to providing comprehensive legal support in a bilingual context.
Education and Expertise
Gabriela Guillen holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees. She studied Government and International Politics at George Mason University from 2004 to 2007. She later attended Virginia Commonwealth University, where she focused on Spanish Language and Literature for one year from 2012 to 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in conducting bilingual research on legal, environmental, and mining topics, enhancing her effectiveness in her current role.
Background in Legal Assistance
Gabriela Guillen has extensive experience in the legal field, having worked in various capacities prior to her current position. She served as a Litigation Paralegal at Hancock, Daniel, Johnson & Nagle, P.C. from 2006 to 2011. She then worked as a Legal Assistant at Foley Hoag LLP from 2013 to 2015 and as a Litigation Paralegal at Rawls McNelis + Mitchell for six months in 2015 to 2016. Prior to joining Arnold & Porter, she was a Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal at Holland & Knight LLP from 2016 to 2018.
Bilingual Proficiency and Specialization
Gabriela Guillen possesses native proficiency in both English and Spanish. This skill significantly enhances her ability to manage bilingual legal documentation and communication. She specializes in translating complex legal texts, which is critical in her work within international arbitration and litigation. Her bilingual capabilities enable her to conduct thorough research and provide accurate translations in legal contexts.