Publication date: 12.05.2025
Multilingual immigration and legal consultant with 15+ years of international experience supporting vulnerable populations through humanitarian, regulatory, and development initiatives with the United Nations and NGOs. Skilled in preparing and advising on U.S. immigration applications, asylum claims, and adjustment of status processes. Deep understanding of legal frameworks for migration, cross-border assistance, and protection- based programs. Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders, navigate complex documentation, and ensure compliance with USCIS and international protocols. U.S.-based, authorized to work, and available for both remote and in-person consultancy.
Category: U.S. Immigration Law — Asylum
Service: Full legal representation for a client persecuted due to religious conversion
Initial Situation
The client is a citizen of a country with a state religion that does not practically recognize freedom of belief. After consciously converting to Christianity in adulthood, he faced systematic persecution from government authorities and local communities. Persecution included threats, arrests, violence, social isolation, and loss of livelihood.
The legal objective was to prepare a strong asylum application in the U.S. (Form I-589), supported by compelling evidence and legal justification for the danger of return to the country of origin.
Legal Strategy
- Situation Analysis and Legal Positioning
The attorney conducted a detailed legal analysis of the client's home country, including international reports on religious minority oppression, government practices, and cultural-legal context.
- Evidence Preparation
Evidence was collected and organized to confirm the persecution:
- Official medical reports documenting injuries sustained during arrests
- Written testimonies from relatives and witnesses of persecution
- Statements from international human rights organizations
- Proof of property confiscation and job termination
- Photo and video evidence of places of worship and attack aftermaths
- Application Filing
The client legally entered the U.S. with a B1/B2 visa. Following that:
- Filed Form I-589 (Asylum Application) with a detailed narrative, legal basis, and supporting documents
- Filed Form I-765 (Work Authorization) to legally work while the case is under review
- Prepared to file Form I-131 (Travel Document) if needed
Considered Risks
- Arrests and interrogations based on religion
- Real threat of physical violence upon return
- Discrimination at work, loss of housing, economic exclusion
- Social hostility from family and community
- Participation in worship services considered “illegal”
- Accusations of “extremism” based on religious affiliation
Outcome
- The asylum application was filed timely, accurately, and with a complete set of supporting evidence. Thanks to detailed preparation, procedural risks were avoided and the client's stable legal status was ensured already at the submission stage.
- A complete legal narrative was built in accordance with international and U.S. asylum law. The argumentation was built on a combination of the client's personal history with legal standards for the protection of religious minorities.
- The client was granted authorization to work in the U.S. and is protected during case review. This allowed him to begin the process of adaptation in a new environment and ensure basic economic stability.
- Successfully passed initial review with no RFE (Request for Evidence), which indicates a high level of case preparation and professionalism of legal support.
This case demonstrates the attorney’s thorough and professional approach in the field of immigration law. Thanks to personalized strategy, deep understanding of the international context, and well-organized evidence, the client received a real chance for protection in the U.S.
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