Suzan Jaff

Biography

Ms. Suzan Najat Jaff is a licensed attorney and valued member of Lead Counselors Law Firm, where she has contributed her legal expertise for over a decade. With a strong academic foundation in law and business administration, Ms. Jaff has cultivated a versatile and international legal profile. She holds a Bachelor of Laws from Dijlah University in Iraq and is currently completing her MBA in Legal Studies at Webster University in St. Louis, USA. Throughout her legal journey, Ms. Jaff has built a reputation for integrity, precision, and exceptional client service. Her professional experiences span Iraq and the United States, demonstrating a unique ability to work across diverse legal systems and cultural contexts. Fluent in Kurdish, Arabic, English, and conversational Turkish, she provides multilingual legal services with a global perspective.

SKILLS

Ms. Jaff brings a wide range of skills that reinforce her effectiveness as a legal professional, including:

• Advanced legal drafting and document translation in Kurdish, Arabic, and English
• Excellent research, analysis, and reporting capabilities
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and client communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex cases, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital tools
• Deep understanding of immigration processes, administrative procedures, and legal compliance
• Certified notary and experienced interpreter for legal and governmental proceedings

Professional Skills

Ms. Jaff’s legal career is marked by a broad and impactful scope of work in both public and private sectors. As an attorney practicing in Kirkuk and Erbil courthouses, she represents clients in civil and criminal cases, handles contract negotiations, and advises on administrative, and residency matters for foreign nationals. Her international experience includes serving as an Immigration Specialist and DOJ-Partially Accredited Representative in the U.S., where she provided legal consultation, prepared immigration documents, and liaised with government bodies. In addition, she held leadership roles in nonprofit and educational organizations, providing social services to refugees and supporting multicultural community programs. Ms. Jaff’s extensive legal knowledge, international experience, and dedication to justice make her a vital asset to Lead Counselors and a trusted advocate for her clients.