Yukta Sant

Immigration Paralegal @Santos Khoury, Llp

Case Preparation & Filing: Prepare and file immigration applications, including asylum (Form I-589), attorney representation (Form G-28), and Removal of Conditions (ROC) petitions. Draft legal documents such as client declarations, written pleadings, and motions and compile supplemental packets for submission.Research & Evidence Development: Conduct detailed research on country conditions and human rights reports to strengthen asylum claims. Identify and organize supporting evidence, expert reports, and witness statements to build persuasive case records.Client & Team Communication: Communicate directly with clients in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, ensuring clarity and accuracy in gathering sensitive immigration information. Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and project managers to review filings, manage deadlines, and maintain case progress.Administrative & Technical Skills: Utilize legal and case management tools such as Docketwise, Clio, Asana, and Slack to streamline workflow, maintain records, and support team collaboration.Professional Development: Continuously build knowledge of asylum law, affirmative asylum procedures, removal defense strategy, and the roles of U.S. immigration agencies such as USCIS, EOIR, ICE, and DHS.