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Overview
Work History
Education
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Fariha Sofiya Qasimi

Fariha Sofiya Qasimi

Innisfil,ON
To know what is right and not to do it is the worst cowardice.
Confucius

Summary

Knowledgeable and inclusive Immigration Specialist / Paralegal with 8 + years of immigration and visa experience. Demonstrated understanding of immigration and work authorization laws and regulations. Flourishes in fast-paced high-stress environments with sensitive information that requires high degree of confidentiality.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager / Paralegal

AutoBroz Tires & Automotive Inc
11.2021 - Current
  • Anticipated potential challenges in daily operations and devised appropriate solutions to maintain uninterrupted workflow in the executive office.
  • Created expense reports, budgets, and filing systems for management team.
  • Maintained confidentiality by handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel, and ground transportation for the Director.
  • Handled immigration cases and submissions: Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot, Federal Skilled Trades Program (Express Entry).

Immigration Specialist/Paralegal

Keda Law Professional Corporation
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Handled client consultation, signing retainers, opening and closing files, and process client invoices via CLIO / PC Law.
  • Improved communication between the law firm and clients, providing prompt updates on case progress.
  • Conducted thorough research on immigration policies and case laws (CanLII, Westlaw, Quicklaw) to find legal strategies for clients.
  • Focused on helping people obtain temporary or permanent admission to Canada; under sections 96 and 97 of the IRPA; specifically those for grounds of inadmissibility under section 36(2)(c), s 64(1)
  • Opening and maintaining digital files (PR Portal) of various immigration applications, (permanent residence, spousal sponsorship, study permit, work permit, business investors, LMIA, etc.) increasing accuracy and reducing processing times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Paralegal Intern

Pacheco Paralegal Services
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Prepared all necessary LTB forms (Notices, Applications, Appeals, Motions, etc.)
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and appeals.
  • Developed polished motions, briefs, and case summaries to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
  • Maintained remote office tasks and supported other team members while remaining highly organized and maintaining accuracy.
  • Reviewed SPPA, Rules of Procedure, and Courts of Justice Act amongst many other Acts and by-laws to strengthen client files.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing appeals, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
  • Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports on case management systems, PC Law and later Clio.

Immigration Consultant

Alternative Solutions Inc.
04.2018 - 09.2022
  • Created and managed processes and procedures to coordinate documentation for visa processing on immigrant and non-immigrant applications.
  • Identified potential issues and concerns and proactively escalated to atternys to reduce barriers.
  • Collaborated with individuals and families to evaluate applications and determine eligibility for resettlement transitions.
  • Worked with public and private agencies to refer and educate immigrants on laws, community resources and options for various needs.
  • Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
  • Researched, wrote contracts, agreements and proposals, and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
  • Experience in Family Class sponsorships (spouse, other relative, parent/grandparent), Economic and Express Visa (work visas, student visas, temporary visas), and specializing in Refugee cases (PSR/CS-G5).

Emergency Responder

Canadian Red Cross
07.2019 - 10.2021
  • Documented all client information in online databases (CIMS, Survey Monkey, CITRIX) while maintaining strict confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued education and training (CPD).
  • Collaborated with clients to maintain relationships and provide customers with thorough support and guidance.
  • Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
  • Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Assisted with mobilization, ambulation, and transport of CRC clients.

Immigration Case Manager

Cross-Cultural Catholic Services
08.2015 - 04.2018
  • Proofread and editted documents to prepare for case submissions (PSR-G5/GS applications, spousal applications, visitor visas, student visas, etc.)
  • Assisted newcomers with settlement and integration, finding employment, physician, and education, and linking clients to other resources through the IFHP.
  • Maintained public access files to facilitate compliance, documentation, and execution of immigration policies and procedures.
  • Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
  • Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
  • Managed emails, and responded to incoming phone calls eloquently and promptly while multitasking.
  • Followed strict policies and procedures to maintain client confidentiality and privacy.

Education

J.D. - Law

University of Law, London, United Kingdom - Online
07.2026

Advanced Diploma - Paralegal

Herzing College, Toronto, ON
02.2023

Business Consultant Certificate - Business

IAP Career College, Toronto
08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

Trent University, Peterborough, ON
06.2021
  • MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY, MINOR IN ENGLISH
  • Graduation with Distinction, 3.98 GPA
  • Graduated summa cum laude


Event Management Certificate - Event Management

IAP College, Toronto, ON
08.2017

Skills

  • Tech-savvy (Microsoft 365, Google Workplace, Adobe Acrobat, QuickBooks, PC Law, Clio)
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Drafting Corporate Transactional Documents and Maintaining Minute Books
  • Preparing Resolutions and Correspondence
  • Legal Brief Preparation and Filing Appeals
  • Immigration Case File Strategies
  • Visa applications
  • Legal Research (Quicklaw, Westlaw, CanLII)
  • Multilingual Proficiency (English, Farsi, Dari, Hindi, Turkish)
  • File and Records Management
  • Legal and Court Processes
  • Critical thinking abilities

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Persian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Turkish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Russian
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Immigration Specialist/Paralegal - Keda Law Professional Corporation
11.2023 - 02.2024
Paralegal Intern - Pacheco Paralegal Services
10.2022 - 03.2023
General Manager / Paralegal - AutoBroz Tires & Automotive Inc
11.2021 - Current
Emergency Responder - Canadian Red Cross
07.2019 - 10.2021
Immigration Consultant - Alternative Solutions Inc.
04.2018 - 09.2022
Immigration Case Manager - Cross-Cultural Catholic Services
08.2015 - 04.2018
University of Law - J.D., Law
Herzing College - Advanced Diploma, Paralegal
IAP Career College - Business Consultant Certificate , Business
Trent University - Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
IAP College - Event Management Certificate, Event Management

Volunteer

  • Afghans of Toronto / Afghan-Canadian Support Network: Toronto/Ottawa, 2021-Present

- Co-Founder, Logistics

  • TalentLift: Mississauga, 2020-Present

- Translator / Interpreter

  • Children Without Borders: Toronto, 2019-Present

- Translator / Interpreter

  • Canadian Red Cross: Ontario, 2017-Present

- Bell Friendly Caller Program

- Survey / Data Entry Analyst

- Neighborhood Project

- Provincial CHW Quality Team

- Evaluation team member

- Transportation Standard Operating Guidelines Project

  • Amnesty International Canada: Mississauga, 2015-2016

- Fundraising Assistant

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