Waleed Shafi
@waleedshafi
U.S. immigration legal writer and analyst who drafts RFE-ready petitions backed by USCIS and AAO authority.
PakistanWhat I'm looking for
I’m a U.S. immigration legal writer and analyst with 2+ years of experience drafting 200+ petitions across O-1A, EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, and L-1A, supporting U.S.-based immigration law firms. I serve as an RFE Lead, directing evidence supplementation, rebuttal strategy, and legal argument refinement when adverse eligibility findings arise.
As a licensed Legal Solicitor in Pakistan, I translate complex legal standards into persuasive, evidence-driven narratives aligned with the USCIS Policy Manual, AAO precedent, and federal case law. I also strengthen work quality by editing junior writers’ outputs for doctrinal accuracy and evidentiary sufficiency before attorney sign-off, while partnering directly with attorneys on challenging cases—especially where documentation is limited or evidence must be approached creatively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Legal Writer & Immigration Analyst
Goodcase.io
Jan 2026 - Present (6 months)
Served as RFE Lead for O-1A, EB-1A, and EB-2 NIW cases, directing evidence supplementation and rebuttal strategy for Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny. Prepared complex petitions and supporting legal documents using USCIS Policy Manual guidance and AAO precedent, and edited junior writers’ work before attorney sign-off.
Legal Writer
Goodcase.io
Aug 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 4 months)
Drafted 100+ EB-1A and O-1A petitions and multiple EB-2 NIW cases under attorney supervision, applying eligibility criteria to beneficiary-specific evidence. Conducted legal and industry research and built RFE responses addressing evidentiary deficiencies and adverse eligibility findings.
Team Manager
YetiTech Limited
Oct 2023 - Mar 2024 (5 months)
Managed a cross-functional remote team, overseeing operational workflows, quality control, and delivery timelines. Streamlined internal processes and stakeholder communication to improve efficiency and consistency across projects.
Freelance Features Writer
TheSportster (Valnet Inc.)
Sep 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 6 months)
Authored editorial features on combat sports and entertainment for a major digital platform, meeting editorial standards and deadlines.
Content Writer & Assistant Legal Advisor
Awami Group of Newspapers
Jan 2021 - Nov 2021 (10 months)
Drafted articles, opinion pieces, and legal commentary for national readership. Supported the legal department with research, documentation, and regulatory compliance matters.
Associate Legal Solicitor
Birdwood Law Firm
Feb 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years 5 months)
Conducted client consultations and drafted legal documents across civil, commercial, and property law matters. Supported litigation strategy through legal research, pleadings, and case preparation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of London
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
2015 - 2018
Earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of London from 2015 to 2018.
University of London
Certificate in Common Law, Common Law
2015 - 2016
Completed a Certificate in Common Law at the University of London from 2015 to 2016.
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Software and tools used professionally
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Location
PakistanAuthorized to work in
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