Sheril Khafaji Zad

Sheril Khafaji Zad is an experienced immigration specialist currently working at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants since March 2023, where responsibilities include monitoring over 700 refugee legal cases in compliance with federal guidelines and providing technical assistance to attorneys and program staff. Prior positions include a role as a paralegal at Fragomen, managing complex business immigration workflows, and serving in various capacities at organizations such as Legal Services of South Central Michigan and Bethany Christian Services, focusing on legal assistance for clients and refugees. Sheril holds a Post Bachelor's Certificate in Legal Studies/Paralegal from Lansing Community College and advanced degrees in Entomology and Plant Protection from Azad University.