Samena Sharifi
Summary
Organized legal team member versed in legal practices and procedures relevant to law. Skilled at keeping documentation and records updated, cases organized and calendars accurate.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Pars Equality Center
Fremont, CA
05.2024 - 07.2024
- One-on-one client interaction to facilitate citizenship and adjustment of status applications.
- Master coordinator of monthly free legal clinics specializing in citizenship and green card renewal applications.
- Provided language interpretation in Pashto and translation services for legal documents.
- Conducted interviews to ensure accurate communication between clients and legal representatives.
- Conducted research on immigration policies and procedures to stay updated on changes and developments.
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
Legal Administrative Assistant and Proficient Translator
PARS Equality Center
Fremont, CA
02.2022 - 08.2022
- I assisted in obtaining Temporary Protected Status (TPS) or Asylum status for over 130 individuals seeking refuge in the United States amid the consequential events surrounding Afghanistan's fall
- Coordinated the processing of visas and conducted biometric intake for applicants, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and expediting the application process
- Provided language interpretation and translation services for legal documents, conducted interviews, and ensured accurate communication between clients and legal representatives
- Assisted in the preparation of legal documents and applications, maintaining meticulous records and adhering to strict deadlines to ensure timely submission
- Conducted research on immigration policies and procedures, staying updated on changes and developments to better assist clients in navigating the legal system
Junior Secretary
East Bay Agency for Children
Fremont, CA
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Performed administrative tasks as a secretary, including keeping records up-to-date and organized
- Managed databases efficiently and prepared reports that presented information clearly and concisely
- Assisted in gathering and organizing information from different sources
- Collaborating with single mothers requiring financial assistance to provide for children's essentials such as clothes, school supplies, and food
- Working closely with Afghan refugees newly arrived from Afghanistan, providing vital support in securing housing and adjusting to life in their new environment
Education
Bachelors - Political Science
UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA12.2023
Associate - Arts in Political Science
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA05-2022
Associate - Arts in Human Development Studies
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA05-2022
Associate - Arts, Social Science
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA06.2020
Skills
- Microsoft Office Expert Oral Communication Expert
- Google Workplace Expert
- Project Management Experienced
- Social Media Management Expert
- Ability to Multitask Expert
- Time Management Expert
- Leadership Expert
- Customer Service Expert
- Client Relations
- Legal Research
- Immigration Law Knowledge
References
REFERENCES
Jamila Mohammad from EBAC (510)-410-4272
Sima Alizadeh from Pars Equality Center salizadeh@parsequalitycenter.org (949)-395-7439
Juan Perez from H&M (510)-789-0412
Languages
Pashto
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Pars Equality Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
Legal Administrative Assistant and Proficient Translator
PARS Equality Center
02.2022 - 08.2022
Junior Secretary
East Bay Agency for Children
08.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelors - Political Science
UC Berkeley
Associate - Arts in Political Science
Ohlone College
Associate - Arts in Human Development Studies
Ohlone College
Associate - Arts, Social Science
Ohlone College
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