Case #25-0057325
Initials & Country of Origin: M.K. from Burma
Type of Case: Affirmative Asylum
Language/interpretation needs: English proficient / Burmese interpreter preferred
Date of Entry (and status, if any): 12/10/2024; F-1 Student
Current Status/status expiry: F-1 Student; Asylum filing deadline is 12/09/2025
Case Summary: Mr. K is ethnic Karen and Chinese. He practices Christianity. Mr. K fled Burma to escape the mandatory recruitment for all men to fight in the civil war for the Burmese military dictator. He does not want to serve in the military because he fears dying or disappearing on the frontlines, which he’s seen happen to other Burmese youth. He does not agree with the military's actions and would refuse to join the military if he was forced to join. If he refuses to join the military, he fears he will be killed.
Theory of the Case: Fear of future persecution by government actors on account of political opinion; Additional consultation should be done with the client regarding possible asylum claims based on religion and race.
Commitment: File I-589, gather evidence and testimony, appearances at USCIS; Work permit (initial and renewals)
Interview: Yes
Experience level/case team size recommended: Appropriate for any experience level and team size
Type of Case: Affirmative Asylum
Language/interpretation needs: English proficient / Burmese interpreter preferred
Date of Entry (and status, if any): 12/10/2024; F-1 Student
Current Status/status expiry: F-1 Student; Asylum filing deadline is 12/09/2025
Case Summary: Mr. K is ethnic Karen and Chinese. He practices Christianity. Mr. K fled Burma to escape the mandatory recruitment for all men to fight in the civil war for the Burmese military dictator. He does not want to serve in the military because he fears dying or disappearing on the frontlines, which he’s seen happen to other Burmese youth. He does not agree with the military's actions and would refuse to join the military if he was forced to join. If he refuses to join the military, he fears he will be killed.
Theory of the Case: Fear of future persecution by government actors on account of political opinion; Additional consultation should be done with the client regarding possible asylum claims based on religion and race.
Commitment: File I-589, gather evidence and testimony, appearances at USCIS; Work permit (initial and renewals)
Interview: Yes
Experience level/case team size recommended: Appropriate for any experience level and team size
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