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ISRAA M. ALGZAEERI

Boston,USA

Summary

Experienced and compassionate paralegal with over 5 years supporting attorneys in immigration, family, and juvenile law. Specialized in USCIS filings, legal drafting, and court preparation. Trusted by diverse clients—especially Arabic-speaking immigrants and families—for clear communication and trauma-informed advocacy. Demonstrated success in increasing case efficiency, approval rates, and client satisfaction through careful document preparation, collaboration, and client-centered support.

Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal – Immigration & Family Law

AI Taylor Law Firm, PLLC
06.2022 - 08.2024
  • Prepared and submitted over 300 USCIS petitions, including I-589 (Asylum), I-130, I-485, I-765, and I-864, with 98% accuracy—reducing RFEs and delays.
  • Drafted hardship waivers, affidavits, and personal declarations that directly contributed to asylum approvals and family reunifications.
  • Led Arabic-language client interviews, translated legal documents, and created customized evidence packets (e.g., country condition reports, police records, medical affidavits) for immigration cases.
  • Managed family court matters including divorce, custody, and child support by drafting pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
  • Supported attorneys in evidentiary hearings by organizing exhibits, creating parenting schedules, and reviewing financial disclosures.
  • Collaborated with nonprofits (e.g., immigration legal aid clinics) to deliver pro bono support to vulnerable immigrant and refugee families.
  • Key Impact: Reduced average USCIS case preparation time by 30% through process improvements and template development.
  • Maintained a 100% on-time court and filing record for all assigned cases.

Juvenile Legal Support Worker

Juvenile Services
01.2017 - 08.2019
  • Supported justice-involved youth (ages 12–17) facing low-level offenses such as truancy, disorderly conduct, and petty theft.
  • Conducted client intake and background assessments, identifying trauma, family dynamics, and educational barriers impacting behavior.
  • Prepared reports for public defenders and court-appointed attorneys to support rehabilitation-focused outcomes.
  • Delivered know-your-rights workshops in schools and shelters, educating youth on police encounters, school discipline, and juvenile court procedures.
  • Worked closely with school social workers and probation officers to secure academic accommodations and counseling services for at-risk minors.
  • Created bilingual (Arabic-English) materials for families navigating juvenile court, improving access and participation.
  • Key Impact: Helped divert over 75 minors from formal adjudication into community-based programs.
  • Contributed to a 20% increase in youth workshop attendance by establishing outreach partnerships with local schools.

Education

LL.M. - Banking & Financial Law

Boston University School of Law
Boston, MA
09.2025

Juris Doctor (J.D.) - undefined

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Detroit, MI
05.2023

B.A. - Education

Concordia University
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2020

Skills

  • Immigration Petitions & USCIS Filings
  • Legal Drafting (Divorce, Custody, Support)
  • Juvenile Case Research & Diversion Planning
  • Client Intake & Trauma-Informed Communication
  • Bilingual: Arabic & English
  • Westlaw, LexisNexis, Microsoft Office Suite

Certification

  • TESOL Certification (2019) – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
  • Legal Aid Training Program – Juvenile Rights & Family Advocacy
  • Know-Your-Rights Seminars – Presented in shelters and schools (Detroit, 2018–2019)

Hobbies and Interests

Immigrant & Refugee Legal Empowerment, Youth Justice & Prevention, Fair Access to Family Courts for Survivors and Parents

Accomplishments

  • Asylum Success Contributor – Helped secure legal status for dozens of clients by developing detailed declarations and supporting documentation.
  • Court Filing Lead – Managed over 100 family court cases from filing to resolution with zero missed deadlines.
  • Youth Advocacy Builder – Built culturally responsive legal materials that improved legal understanding among immigrant youth and families.

Timeline

Paralegal – Immigration & Family Law

AI Taylor Law Firm, PLLC
06.2022 - 08.2024

Juvenile Legal Support Worker

Juvenile Services
01.2017 - 08.2019

Juris Doctor (J.D.) - undefined

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

B.A. - Education

Concordia University

LL.M. - Banking & Financial Law

Boston University School of Law

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