Marjan Kasra, Esq.
Marjan Kasra, Esquire is the founder and Managing Attorney of the Law Offices of Marjan Kasra, LLC. Attorney Kasra provides legal counsel to clients at U.S. Consular posts worldwide.
She has extensive experience regarding Middle Eastern-specific issues as they relate to EB-5 and E-2 Visas.
She was educated at the University of Connecticut, Columbia University, and Quinnipiac University School of Law, and is a member of the prestigious NYC Bar's MENA Committee and has been recognized by the American Institute of Legal Counsel as the "10 Best Immigration Attorney" in the State of Connecticut.
She is an active AILA member, a frequent speaker at Immigration Law venues worldwide, and is considered one of the leading experts in the EB-5 industry.
Our Team
Iryna Banakh-Yuzvyk
Head-Paralegal
Iryna Banakh-Yuzvyk holds a Master of Laws (LLM) and having passed the NY Bar exam, is soon to be admitted to the New York State Bar as an Attorney.
She has been working with Lawmaks for several years and is currently the Head Paralegal at Lawmaks’ US Headquarters, located in Stamford, Connecticut. She is proficient in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.
Iryna earned her undergraduate degree in Corporate Law from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv and subsequently achieved her LLM degree from Chicago-Kent College in Chicago, Illinois, with a specialization in International and Transnational Law.
She joined Lawmaks later on as a full-time member of the staff. Iryna is dedicated to continually enhancing her expertise in Immigration Law and Intellectual Property while at Lawmaks.
Working under the direct guidance of Attorney Marjan Kasra, Iryna is responsible for conducting legal research and preparing essential documents. Her professional drive and unwavering commitment have consistently delivered successful outcomes in all tasks entrusted to her.
Zahra Sedaghati
Paralegal
Zahra Sedaghati is a Paralegal at Lawmaks. She is fluent in English and Persian and obtained her B.S. in English Translation at Azad University in Tehran, Iran.
Previous to her work at Lawmaks, Zahra had worked as book and dictionary translator, as well as an English language instructor.
Due to her expertise in both Persian and English, Zahra handles the translational needs at Lawmaks, and is in charge of handling the content for the “Farsi” section of our website.
Her strong verbal communications skills helps her in best serving our Iranian clients.
Zahra is able to combine both her precision and passion for helping people, which has made her an asset to the practice and to our clients.
Currently Zahra caters to our Middle Eastern clients, providing legal services and utilizing her skills to provide personalized customer-care to every client.
Aisha Esmaeilzadeh
Legal Assistant
Aisha Esmaeil Zadeh is a Legal Assistant at Lawmaks where she provides customer service to our select group of clients in the MENA region. She is fluent in English and Persian.
Aisha obtained her Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering at Payam Noor University in Shiraz, Iran.
Prior to her work at Lawmaks, Aisha worked as an assistant manager and a Customer Service Manager at a Food Industry Company.
Currently Aisha is a Legal Assistant and Social Media Manager at Lawmaks where she is taking care of the company’s social networks. Among her other tasks, Aisha is responsible for client care.
Solomiia Hukaliuk
Paralegal
Solomiia Hukaliuk is a Paralegal at Lawmaks’ Ukraine division. She is fluent in English, and Ukrainian.
She obtained her bachelor’s degree in International Law from Western Ukrainian National University. Thereafter, Solomiia obtained her L.L.M degree from Chicago-Kent College, Chicago, Illinois, where she majored in International and Transnational Law.
Solomiia specializes in Consular Processing matters and handles correspondence with U.S. embassies and U.S. Immigration agencies on behalf of our clients.
Nasim Haghighi
Paralegal
Nasim Haghighi is a Turkish citizen, who lives in Istanbul, Turkey. She is originally from Iran.
She is fluent in English, Turkish and Persian.
She obtained her master’s degree in International Law at Allameh University.
She is a member of ICBAR association and has been working as an attorney at law for more than 14 years.
Additionally, she is an expert with Iranian laws and well aware of international matters.
At Lawmaks, she is the head of the Istanbul, Turkey division where she ensures adherence to our gold standard of client care.
Anastasiia Marchenko
Paralegal
Anastasiia Marchenko is a Paralegal at Lawmaks, where her linguistic prowess shines through in her. fluency in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.
She has earned a Master’s degree from the prestigious National University “Odesa Law Academy” in Odesa, Ukraine, and has furthered her legal education by obtaining an LL.M degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law in Chicago, IL.
With nearly three years of experience practicing immigration and corporate law in Ukraine, Anastasiia brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role.
Her responsibilities encompass conducting thorough legal research, skillfully drafting legal documents, and meticulously collecting highly sensitive documents.
Moreover, she excels in maintaining regular and effective communication with clients, consistently providing exceptional service.
Meldine May Tomas
Paralegal
Meldine May Tomas is a Paralegal at Lawmaks' Dubai, UAE division, where her vibrant personality and language skills make her an invaluable asset.
She completed her studies at the esteemed Divine Word College of Laoag, Philippines, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a major in Management Accounting.
Fluent in English and Tagalog, Meldine utilizes her linguistic talents to cater to Lawmaks' diverse clientele, ensuring effective communication and understanding.
Prior to joining Lawmaks, Meldine gained over five years of invaluable experience as an Admin Officer and Accounting Officer in the Import/Export, Wholesale/Retail Industry.
Currently, she provides indispensable administrative support to upper management at Lawmaks, skillfully handling tasks such as the collection of highly sensitive and confidential documents.
Her attention to detail and organizational prowess contribute to the smooth operation of the firm.
Glenn Claire Fajardo
Paralegal
Glenn Claire Fajardo is a Paralegal at Lawmaks' Dubai, UAE division, where her language skills and dedication to professional growth set her apart.
Fluent in English and Tagalog, Glenn obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from the esteemed State University of Cagayan, Philippines.
During her college years, Glenn seized the opportunity to gain valuable experience through a job training program at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Cagayan Regional Office-Legal Division.
This experience honed her skills in researching, bookkeeping, and case analysis, setting the stage for her success in the legal field.
Prior to joining Lawmaks, Glenn excelled as an Executive Secretary and Document Controller for seven years in Engineering and Construction Companies in Dubai.
Her exceptional support to executive management, coupled with her meticulous attention to detail, established her as a highly skilled professional. Driven by her determination and passion,
Glenn is committed to advancing her language skills and expanding her knowledge of U.S. laws and regulations. This enables her to effectively maintain positive and professional relationships with Lawmaks' diverse clientele and fellow paralegals.
Currently, she provides invaluable administrative support to the Head-Paralegal and upper management at Lawmaks, ensuring the seamless operation of the firm.
Irish Dagoc
Head-Paralegal and Office Administrator
Irish Dagoc is the Head-Paralegal and Office Administrator at Lawmaks’ Dubai branch.
She is fluent in English and Tagalog and obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Office Administration from Central Mindanao University, Philippines.
She has been working in the Administrative field for over 5-years and is utilizing her innate interpersonal skills and experiences in handling each client with utmost care.
Irish is First-Assistant to Lawmaks’ COO, Mr. Babak Hojjat, JD.
She trains and supervises other paralegals at all Lawmaks’ branches to ensure performance accuracy and efficiency.
Irish values and cares for each client, is a perfectionist, and an absolute asset to Lawmaks.
Sama Vaheb
Customer Service Representative
Sama Vaheb holds the role of Customer Service Representative, specializing in catering to our valued clientele in the MENA region. She is fluent in both English and Persian.
Ms. Vaheb holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Engineering from the prestigious Azad University in Tehran, Iran. Prior to joining Lawmaks, Sama accrued valuable experience as a Customer Service Representative at an International Shipping Company.
In her current capacity, Sama utilizes her skill set to address customer inquiries, consistently ensuring a positive, empathetic, and professional approach in her interactions with clients.
Sama is a remarkable team member with a wealth of knowledge and competencies that enable her to deliver exceptional service to our international clients. Her extensive educational background and diverse work experience equip her with a unique blend of language proficiency and a profound understanding of various cultures. Sama’s linguistic capabilities empower her to provide personalized assistance and establish robust relationships with our clientele.
