Caroline W. Kihara

• Case Preparation and Management

Preparing immigration applications and petitions, including family-based, employment-based, asylum, and removal proceedings cases. e.g. handled over 50 cases a month.
Compiling and organizing evidence of good-faith marriages, employment records, and financial documents.
Drafting detailed declarations and legal memoranda under attorney supervision.

• Legal research and support

Conducting in-depth research on immigration laws, regulations, and USCIS policies to aid in case preparation.

Analyzing the specifics of each case to identify legal issues or requirements that need to be addressed.

Assisting attorneys in preparing for immigration court, interviews, and hearings.

• Drafting and filing

Drafting immigration forms, affidavits, petitions, and responses to requests for evidence (RFEs).

Preparing and filing motions and other court-related documents with immigration courts and USCIS.

Ensuring that all filings are accurate, timely, and in compliance with current immigration laws and regulations.

• Client communication and management

Communicating with clients to gather in-depth information and documents for filings.

Advising clients on application procedures, timelines, and documentation required.

Responding to client inquiries on case status and updating them on developments.

Organising client files, ensuring easy access to vital information.

• Research

Researched laws and regulations and delivered analysis and assessments to advocates.

Conducted in-depth market research to understand consumer behaviour.

Prepared comprehensive reports to facilitate informed decision-making process.

• Tracking Deadlines and Case Progress

Managing case deadlines, ensuring all submissions meet legal timelines.
Monitoring case statuses.
Proactively following up on pending cases to minimize processing delays.

• Court and Hearing Preparation

Assisting advocates in preparing for court appearances, interviews, and hearings by organizing evidence, exhibits, and witness lists.
Attending court hearings with advocates to provide support as needed.

• Case Preparation and Management

Prepared for trials, conducted legal research and drafting pleadings.

Reviewed, edited and proofread documentation for the firm.

Transcribed over 50 weekly and bi-weekly calendar meetings for staff and advocates.

• Research on Market Trends & Value Chains

Conducted research on market trends and value chain improvements, directly supporting sustainable growth in Africa's Blue and Green economies and identifying pathways for long-term development.

Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.

Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.

• Event Organization & Innovation

Organized events like the JABEIC Blue Hackathon 2019, demonstrating a commitment to advancing research and fostering innovation in the Blue economy.

• Outreach & Engagement

Managed social media platforms and authored articles that broaden awareness and engage diverse audiences in critical discussions around Blue and Green economy initiatives.

• Strategic Communication & Development

Developed proposals, presentations, and concept notes, translating complex research findings into actionable and strategic insights for Blue economy projects.

• Research and Writing

Conducted research for the President Judge, Justice Emmanuel Ugirashebuja and drafted documents on governance and regional integration, including critical areas within the Blue and Green economy.

• Proofreading and Document Review

Assisted in proofreading and editing court documents and judgments, ensuring accuracy and clarity.

• Registry Support

Performed clerical duties within court registries, supporting the smooth operation of court processes.