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Washington, DC, US

Chicago, Illinois, US

New York, NY, US

* Represented and advised clients in the information technology industry on immigration matters, including immigrant and nonimmigrant visas and labor certification. Focused on H-1Bs, H-4 EADs, TNs, E-3s, EB-2 PERM (9089s and I-140s), Adjustment of Status (including appearing for an interview), and Naturalization.* Managed strategy for a high-volume docket.

Washington, District Of Columbia, US

* Researched and prepared orders and memoranda.* Managed all daily aspects of caseload consisting of approximately 200 cases at any given time. * Triaged efficiently many urgent requests arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ann Arbor, MI, US

* Wrote and updated summaries of over 60 cases on 2017 Executive Orders and other immigration topics. * Coordinated with a team of law students, undergraduates, and our supervising Professor, Margo Schlanger.* Contributed to a respected, high-quality resource used by attorneys from around the country for around-the-clock updates on cutting-edge Executive.

Ann Arbor, MI, US

* Worked with student authors to choose online article topics on timely, compelling, and contested international law topics.* Reviewed and edited above-the-line and below-the-line text.* Worked with Managing Online Editor to maintain Journal's website and social media presence.

Ann Arbor, MI, US

* Managed four cases of low-income clients involved in tax disputes with the IRS or the Michigan Department of Treasury.* Interviewed clients, explained their legal options, and guided them in deciding next steps.* Negotiated resolutions with relevant agencies.* Wrote a memo advising the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center on a tax law and immigration law.

Geneva, CH

* Drafted 11 Refugee Status Determinations for asylum-seekers in the Caribbean region.* Prepared approximately 20 case briefings for staff interviews of asylum-seekers.

London, London, GB

* Researched and drafted advice for immigration and social benefits cases in the United Kingdom under European Union law. Focused on rights of domestic violence survivors.* Researched and analyzed European legislation and case law addressing violence against women.* Screened phone and email inquiries from throughout Europe.

Kalamazoo, Michigan, US

* Authorized by the U.S. Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, to represent individuals in certain aspects of immigration cases before the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. * Specialized in representation of low-income individuals, including domestic violence survivors, unaccompanied minors, refugees, senior citizens, and.

Brooklyn, NY, US

One of 24 graduate students from seven countries selected for an intensive, transatlantic program of site visits, seminars, and research on a wide range of international issues, with a particular emphasis on diversity, democracy and pluralism.https://www.humanityinaction.org/programs/10-the-diplomacy-and-diversity-fellowship

Ann Arbor, Michigan, US

* Delivered weekly presentations and led discussions for 30-75 undergraduate students per semester.* Evaluated tests and assignments.* Maintained regular in-person and electronic communication with students and professors.* Assisted professors with logistics.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, US

Read and analyzed 145 national constitutions totaling over 11,000 pages, with close attention to detail.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, US

Secured grants and conducted independent research project on immigration in Los Angeles, CA.

Tutored adult immigrants and refugees in English literacy skills.

Drafted documents in Spanish for community-development project. Studied Spanish in immersion setting.

Boston, Massachusetts, US

* Worked at legal nonprofit organization known nationally for expertise in U.S. consumer law, particularly consumer rights of low-income and elderly Americans.* Assisted with all aspects of fundraising, including grant applications, mail appeals, other outreach, database maintenance, newsletter, research on funding prospects, tracking of press coverage.

Brooklyn, NY, US

Doctor Of Law (Jd)

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Sociology

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Sociology