Sina Farzaneh
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Conducting legal research, drafting documents, and managing case files for immigration matters. Helping with the preparation of petitions, affidavits, and briefs, support client interviews, and ensure timely filing of applications. Communication with clients, courts, and government agencies to track case progress and ensure compliance with deadlines. Working closely with staff to develop case strategies and provide effective legal support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Member
Robert J Turner American Inn of Court
Member
Phi Alpha Gamma Legal Fraternity
Member
Norman Next Leadership Program
Law Clerk
Passage Immigration Law
06.2024 - Current
- Assist with Visa and Immigration Applications: Prepare and file petitions for work, family, and student visas, green card applications, and asylum requests.
- Research and Legal Writing: Conduct legal research on immigration laws, regulations, and precedents to support case preparation and provide clients with updates on their immigration status.
- Client Communication: Communicate with clients to gather necessary documents, explain legal procedures, and answer questions regarding their immigration processes.
- Case Management and Documentation: Organize client files, track deadlines, and ensure timely submission of forms and supporting documents to immigration authorities.
Tennis Shop Front Desk Associate
Sunset Athletic Club
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Customer Service and Sales: Greet customers, assist with product inquiries, recommend tennis equipment, apparel, and accessories based on their needs, and process sales transactions.
- Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, organize merchandise, and assist with restocking shelves and displays to ensure products are well-presented.
- Booking and Scheduling: Manage court reservations, coordinate lessons or events, and handle any customer scheduling requests or changes.
- Administrative Support: Handle phone calls, emails, and customer inquiries, as well as perform basic administrative tasks like maintaining records and processing returns/exchanges.
Law Clerk
Doerner Saunders Daniel & Anderson, LLP
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Conduct Legal Research: Research immigration statutes, regulations, and case law to support attorneys in case preparation and strategy development.
- Draft and Review Legal Documents: Prepare and review legal documents such as petitions, briefs, and affidavits for immigration court proceedings and administrative filings.
- Assist with Client Intake and Documentation: Conduct client intake interviews, gather supporting documents, and prepare immigration forms and applications accurately and on time.
- Communicate with Stakeholders: Liaise with government agencies, courts, and clients to obtain information, schedule appointments, and follow up on case statuses and updates.
Law Clerk
Farzaneh Patel Law Firm
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Draft Legal Briefs and Memos: Prepare briefs and memoranda for partnered attorneys to support case strategy and litigation.
- File Pleadings and Claims: Submit legal pleadings, claims, and documents to local courthouses in accordance with procedural requirements.
- Client Meetings: Attend client meetings alongside partnered attorneys to discuss case details, provide updates, and gather necessary information.
Legal Intern
Farzaneh Patel Law Firm
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Promote Growth and Teamwork: Contribute to a collaborative work environment that encourages professional development and teamwork.
- Assist Attorneys with Legal Work: Support attorneys in preparing depositions, drafting memos, and filing necessary legal paperwork.
- Maintain Professionalism: Consistently operate with a high level of professionalism in all interactions and tasks.
Externship
University of Central Oklahoma Athletic Department
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Gain Hands-On Experience: Work directly with the Athletic Department and student-athletes to support their academic and professional development.
- Promote Diversity and Inclusion: Focus on initiatives related to Diversity, Inclusion, and Title IX to ensure equitable opportunities for all student-athletes.
- Guide Student-Athletes: Meet with student-athletes to provide career guidance and support their transition to life beyond sports.
- Conduct Research on NIL: Focus on researching Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities for Division II athletes to understand their impact and potential.
Property manager
AMF Development
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Collaborate with Companies and Contractors: Work with a diverse range of companies and contractors to coordinate and manage projects effectively.
- Maintain Property Condition: Ensure that all rental properties remain in excellent condition, addressing issues promptly at any time of day.
- Work in High-Pressure Environment: Operate in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, where attention to detail and precision are critical to completing projects thoroughly and on time.
Summer Assistant
University of Oklahoma
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Ensure Program Efficiency: Work on tasks that help ensure the OU in Arezzo program runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Collaborate with Local and International Teams: Work alongside local Italians and a large group of OU students to support the program’s daily operations.
- Manage Program Timelines: Oversee time management for incoming and outgoing OU in Arezzo programs, ensuring all schedules are met seamlessly.
Finance Intern
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Adapt to Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in a high-pressure workplace with minimal margin for error, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborate with Political Stakeholders: Work closely with political party donors and state senators on campaign efforts focused in Connecticut.
- Develop Financial Solutions: Partner with the finance team to create and implement complex solutions, ensuring the campaign stays on track to meet its budget goals.
Education
J.D. - Law
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - International Area Studies
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12-2018
Skills
- Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on immigration laws, regulations, and case law to support attorneys in developing case strategies and providing legal advice
- Document Drafting: Draft and review legal documents including petitions, affidavits, briefs, and motions for immigration court proceedings and administrative filings
- Client Interaction & Case Support: Assist in client intake interviews, gather supporting documentation, and ensure timely and accurate preparation of immigration forms and applications
- Immigration Filing & Compliance: Handle the preparation, submission, and tracking of petitions, applications, and appeals to US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and other relevant agencies
- Government and Court Communication: Liaise with immigration authorities, government agencies, and courts to obtain case updates, schedule hearings, and ensure compliance with deadlines
- Case Management & Organization: Organize client files, monitor case progress, and ensure that all relevant deadlines are met, facilitating smooth case progression
- Confidentiality & Data Security: Apply strict confidentiality protocols and data security techniques to safeguard sensitive client information, ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards
- Immigration Strategy Development: Collaborate with attorneys in developing case strategies, particularly in complex immigration matters such as asylum, deportation defense, and family reunification
- Diversity & Cultural Sensitivity: Work with clients from diverse backgrounds, understanding and addressing their unique needs while maintaining cultural sensitivity in case handling
Languages
Persian
Professional Working
Timeline
Tennis Shop Front Desk Associate
Sunset Athletic Club
07.2024 - 12.2024
Law Clerk
Passage Immigration Law
06.2024 - Current
Law Clerk
Doerner Saunders Daniel & Anderson, LLP
03.2024 - 06.2024
Law Clerk
Farzaneh Patel Law Firm
08.2022 - 02.2024
Legal Intern
Farzaneh Patel Law Firm
07.2021 - 07.2022
Externship
University of Central Oklahoma Athletic Department
01.2021 - 05.2021
Property manager
AMF Development
12.2018 - 07.2019
Summer Assistant
University of Oklahoma
05.2018 - 08.2018
Finance Intern
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
07.2017 - 08.2017
Member
Robert J Turner American Inn of Court
Member
Phi Alpha Gamma Legal Fraternity
Member
Norman Next Leadership Program
J.D. - Law
Oklahoma City University
Bachelor of Arts - International Area Studies
University of Oklahoma
Similar Profiles
Deborah MutchlerDeborah Mutchler
Vice President of Distribution and Logistics at Perimeter Foods LLC - (Robert Rothschild Farm & Turner Foods LLC)Vice President of Distribution and Logistics at Perimeter Foods LLC - (Robert Rothschild Farm & Turner Foods LLC)
Kaylie LuvianoKaylie Luviano
Student Volunteer at Robert Turner College and Career High SchoolStudent Volunteer at Robert Turner College and Career High School
John CarterJohn Carter
Cook at Robert TurnerCook at Robert Turner
Jalyn ToddJalyn Todd
Intern - Primates at Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical GardenIntern - Primates at Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden
Grant PotterGrant Potter
Supervisor at Bricktown Brewery SouthSupervisor at Bricktown Brewery South