Ashraf Helmy

• Controlled access to client facility through admittance process. Assisted and screened visitors with a legitimate need to gain entry to the facility in an efficient manner to expedite their admittance. • Monitored ingress/egress points; prevented unapproved or unlawful entries; calmly directed persons who caused a disturbance to leave the property. • Conducted thorough and intimate roving patrols of assigned site on foot in search of unusual/suspicious items or unauthorized persons. • Protected evidence and scene of incidents in the event of accidents, emergencies, and security investigations; set up barriers and signage; directed and controlled traffic flow to ensure safety of all persons. • Operated CCTV cameras and recording software and assisted in retrieving evidence necessary for an ongoing investigation. • Prepared logs and reports as required for posts. • Carried out specific tasks and duties of similar scope as required for assigned post.

• Controlled access to client facility through admittance process. Assisted and screened visitors with a legitimate need to gain entry to the facility in an efficient manner to expedite their admittance. • Monitored ingress/egress points; prevented unapproved or unlawful entries; calmly directed persons who caused a disturbance to leave the property. • Conducted thorough and intimate roving patrols of assigned site on foot in search of unusual/suspicious items or unauthorized persons. • Protected evidence and scene of incidents in the event of accidents, emergencies, and security investigations; set up barriers and signage; directed and controlled traffic flow to ensure safety of all persons. • Operated CCTV cameras and recording software and assisted in retrieving evidence necessary for an ongoing investigation. • Prepared logs and reports as required for posts. • Carried out specific tasks and duties of similar scope as required for assigned post.

• Provided armed deterrence at a major department store retailer undergoing continuous thefts by organized gangs. • Successfully eliminated the organized gangs’ relentless raids and secured a safe environment for shoppers and employees. • Professionally challenged exiting customers who triggered the alarms and allowed store employees to safely confirm payment for all items beyond the point of sale. • Greeted and assisted incoming shoppers with courtesy and professionalism to provide a comfortable shopping environment.

• Performed all duties specified in Post Orders. • Certified and credentialed in handcuffing, baton, and OC spray tools and methods. • Effectively deterred unlawful and harmful behavior in vulnerable and high- risk residential communities during vigorous and intimate patrols to provide safe and secure environments for residents and staff. • Maintained frequent and ongoing contact with residential clients, property management, supervisor, and law enforcement teams. • De-escalated high tension situations using a diplomatic, authoritative and informative approach. • Transitioned to higher roles of Site Lead then Supervisor, where I trained, coached, and supervised new recruits, and produced assessment reports to management. • Set up and maintained patrol and reporting standards for sites. • Communicated with property managers to adapt security protocols to evolving needs. • Provided logistical solutions to the company to resolve recurring issues and save time and money, while streamlining the administrative part of security officers' duties; oversaw requisition and testing of field equipment. • Constructed brand new training index and instruction manual to provide supervisors standardized overall training process for all new employees. • Continuously prepared and executed comprehensive, detailed, concise, sequential, and factual reports to supervisors and overall team.

• Prepared and filed USCIS and EOIR cases including family petitions, business visas, adjustment of status, naturalization, and asylum applications, and motions for Immigration Court. • Debriefed clients to assist in drafting their statements, gathered necessary evidence, maintained and regularly updated client contacts on case status, and translated and interpreted on behalf of clients and attorneys to facilitate communication and prepare submissions to be filed in the required language. • Through meticulous attention to detail and constant revisions, was successful in easing client anxiety and assisting attorneys in moving forward a high volume of cases simultaneously and influencing positive results after adjudication. • Demonstrated exceptional discretion and attention to detail in handling proprietary client information and PII, ensuring security and integrity throughout review process and legal proceedings. • Consistently identified potential legal issues and challenges early in cases, allowing for proactive resolution and mitigation and smoother legal processes for the firm. Became a trusted and relied on key resource for the firm’s leadership, providing valuable insights and support in critical decisions for cases.

• Prepared and filed nonimmigrant business visa petitions, PERM applications, family petitions, and adjustment of status and naturalization applications with USCIS and DOL; assisted the attorney with complicated RFEs and prepared responses. • Researched immigration and government regulations, case law, and procedures; gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes. • Maintained direct contact with clients and their beneficiaries; prepared itemized statements, bills, and invoices; maintained and updated weekly reports and logs with sensitive client information; maintained attorney’s calendar, managed daily office operations, and tracked and acquired office supplies as needed. • Constructed a cohesive filing system in the office and led a digitization effort of all cases; executed considerable research to acquire a modern cloud-based Case Management software system for the practice.

• Managed integral immigration processes that are critical to the company’s recruitment efforts. • Oversaw all immigration (H-1B) matters such as cap petitions, extensions, and green cards under the supervision of the HR Director. • Liaised with the retained attorney on filing requirements and guided employees and beneficiaries on case-specific issues. • Executed and successfully planned for the company’s preparation for a compliance audit by an investor. • Conducted research on immigration-related questions and provided workable results to my superiors and the retained attorney. • Managed the PERM process for eligible employees within the company and counseled the supervisors of the advertised positions on proper recruitment procedures to maintain compliance with DOL regulations. • Provided and executed multiple practical solutions to procedural and material problems and enacted a system to prevent future occurrence of such issues. • Consistently conducted detailed research to stay current with the unannounced and continuous changes within USCIS’s H-1B program.

• Transcribed and translated video and written material/evidence in preparation for trial. • Proofread, edited, and revised translated materials. • Prepared exhibits and constructed trial binders. • Followed ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of clients. • Checked translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remained consistent throughout translation revisions.

• Conducted intakes with clients and investigated details surrounding labor and employment violations. • Reviewed and analyzed employment contracts to determine legal issues and actionable cause. • Drafted and reviewed trial pleadings and exhibits, advised attorney on court rules and calendar. • Maintained communication with clients, prepared all client billing, performed administrative duties. • Resolved discrepancies in accounting records.

• Reviewed, organized, and digitized loan documents and legal credit files for the Small Business Loans department.

• Conducted legal research on 6th Amendment issues and drafted legal memorandum with findings on Probable Cause Warrants • Researched the hierarchy and organizational structure of DA offices around the nation for the Innocence Project. • Co-ordinated with prisons of various levels to select cases to be reviewed for reexamination under DNA evidence. • Summarized crime reports, conducted research as needed using case law and criminal statutes (Westlaw, LexisNexis, US Local and Federal Agencies websites). • Performed administrative duties, assisted Law Clerks with research, attended trials for added experience.