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Sara Zavernik

Intl. Legal & Business Consultant

€380/day
Maribor, SI
0-2 years
Legal Consulting
Grant Writing
Policy Analysis
International Business Development
Multilingual Communication

Average response time: 1 hour

About Sara

I’m a multilingual legal professional with a Juris Doctor degree from Europe and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the United States. I passed the Uniform Bar Exam in 2024, ranking in the top 5% nationally, and I am admitted to the Washington State Bar. My expertise spans U.S., EU, and international law, policy, and business consulting.

Over the past several years, I’ve worked on diverse projects—from legal research and cross-border compliance to grant writing for NGOs and business development for startups. I’ve also built and led a fashion brand recognized by the U.S. Embassy in Slovenia as one of the most promising women-founded businesses.

Clients come to me for:
  • Legal consulting (U.S. immigration, international, and EU law)
  • Grant writing and policy proposals for international organizations
  • Strategic guidance on international business expansion
  • Clear, persuasive multilingual communication (Slovenian, English, Croatian, Serbian, German, French)
I’m curious, analytical, and solutions-oriented. My goal is to support impactful, cross-border work—especially projects at the intersection of law, social impact, and business.

  • Slovenian

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • German

    Conversational

  • Croatian

    Fluent

  • Serbian

    Fluent

  • French

    Conversational

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • CHICAGO VOLUNTEER LEGAL SERVICES (CVLS)
    PRO BONO ATTORNEY
    September 2024 - Today (1 year and 9 months)
    Chicago, IL, USA
    • Provide pro bono legal representation to immigrants in humanitarian and family-based immigration matters, including asylum, VAWA, U visas, and adjustment of status.
    • Conduct in-depth client interviews to assess legal eligibility, gather supporting evidence, and build comprehensive case strategies.
    • Draft and file affidavits, immigration petitions, motions, and supporting documentation before USCIS and immigration courts.
    • Collaborate with supervising attorneys and interpreters to ensure accurate, trauma-informed legal support for vulnerable populations.
    • Maintain case records and manage communications with clients, courts, and federal agencies to ensure timely filings and responses.
    • Participate in legal clinics and community outreach to increase access to justice for underserved immigrant communities.
  • AZA D.O.O.
    BUSINESS CONSULTANT
    July 2021 - July 2022 (1 year)
    Benedikt, Slovenia
    • Secured and managed high-value client accounts by leveraging consultative sales strategies and tailoring business solutions to client-specific needs.
    • Identified and promoted strategic growth opportunities that enhanced customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
    • Analyzed financial statements to assess business performance and risks, and liaised with financial institutions and clients to ensure clarity and accuracy of data.
    • Delivered actionable insights and recommendations that supported improved financial health and operational efficiency.
  • THE BLONDE BLISS S.P.
    CEO AND FOUNDER
    November 2018 - July 2021 (2 years and 8 months)
    Benedikt, Slovenia
    • Founded and led a boutique fashion brand specializing in handcrafted hats, overseeing all aspects of product design, manufacturing, brand development, and business operations.
    • Designed and launched the company's custom e-commerce website, optimizing for both brand storytelling and user experience.
    • Directed and styled professional photoshoots for seasonal campaigns, ensuring brand consistency across digital and print assets.
    • Developed and executed bilingual marketing strategies (English and Slovenian) across social media, PR, and influencer partnerships, significantly growing brand visibility and engagement.
    • Selected as one of three most promising women-owned startups in 2017 by the U.S. Embassy in Slovenia and CEED Slovenia.
    • Achieved recognition as the first hat brand ever showcased at both Ljubljana Fashion Week and Croatia Fashion Week, positioning the label as a regional trendsetter in slow fashion.
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Education

  • Juris Doctor degree
    Juris Doctor degree
  • WASHINGTON BAR ADMISSION - QUALIFIED ATTORNEY
    Washington State Bar Association
    2025
    WASHINGTON BAR ADMISSION - QUALIFIED ATTORNEY
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