Hibatallah Bouchane
Chicago
Summary
Immigration Paralegal with over 6 years of experience handling complex immigration matters, including NVC processing, consular processing, asylum, deportation defense, waivers, and family-based petitions. Experienced in managing high-volume USCIS and Immigration Court caseloads and supporting attorneys and clients through all stages of immigration proceedings. Fluent in Arabic and French.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Immigration Law Firm
06.2019 - Current
- - Prepare, review, and file immigration petitions and applications with USCIS, NVC, and Immigration Court.
- - Handle NVC and consular processing cases, including CEAC submissions, document qualification, and interview preparation.
- - Work on asylum, deportation defense, waivers, and family-based immigration cases.
- - Conduct client consultations and gather case facts and supporting evidence.
- - Draft affidavits, declarations, and legal correspondence.
- - Manage high-volume caseloads and coordinate closely with attorneys to meet deadlines.
- - Communicate with domestic and international clients regarding case strategy, NVC status, and consular interviews.
- - Translate legal documents and asylum statements from Arabic and French to English.
- - Prepare clients for USCIS interviews and Immigration Court hearings.
Teller
Wintrust Bank
10.2017 - 12.2020
- - Provided customer account services including deposits, withdrawals, and loan payments.
- - Identified potential fraud and ensured compliance with banking regulations.
Senior Database Coordinator
Aramark
06.2014 - 02.2015
- - Maintained and organized electronic data using TMA software.
- - Designed custodial schedules using Adobe Illustrator.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminal Justice
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL03.2021
Associate Degree - General Studies
Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL09.2015
Skills
- NVC & Consular Processing (CEAC)
- Asylum & Deportation Defense Cases
- Waivers & Immigration Relief Applications
- USCIS & Immigration Court Filings
- Legal Drafting & Affidavits
- Client Consultations & Interview Preparation
- Arabic ↔ English, French → English Translation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Illustrator
- High-Volume Email & Call Management
Timeline
Paralegal
Immigration Law Firm
06.2019 - Current
Teller
Wintrust Bank
10.2017 - 12.2020
Senior Database Coordinator
Aramark
06.2014 - 02.2015
Associate Degree - General Studies
Harold Washington College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminal Justice
Roosevelt University