Mary Rogers
About Mary Rogers
Mary Rogers is a Staff Attorney specializing in immigration law, particularly in cases involving Afghan parolees under Operation Allies Welcome. She has previously worked at Paul Hastings and the U.S. District Courts, and currently serves at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Mary Rogers serves as a Staff Attorney at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2023. In this role, she focuses on immigration law, specifically advocating for Afghan parolees. Her responsibilities include handling complex immigration matters such as affirmative asylum and humanitarian parole. She also works on obtaining temporary protected status and adjustment of status for Afghan parolees, demonstrating her commitment to supporting vulnerable populations.
Previous Experience at Paul Hastings
Prior to her current position, Mary Rogers worked as an Associate at Paul Hastings from 2020 to 2022 in Washington, D.C. During her two years at the firm, she gained extensive experience in immigration law. Her work involved various legal matters, enhancing her expertise in the field and preparing her for her future roles in advocacy and legal support.
Judicial Law Clerk Experience
Mary Rogers served as a Judicial Law Clerk at the U.S. District Courts for five months in 2022 in Maryland. This position allowed her to gain valuable insights into the judicial process and further develop her legal skills. The experience contributed to her understanding of the legal system, which she applies in her current work in immigration law.
Educational Background
Mary Rogers earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Michigan Law School, where she studied from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology and Women's and Gender Studies from Georgetown University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal career, particularly in areas related to social justice and immigration.
Internship Experience at the United Nations
In 2019, Mary Rogers interned with the Human Rights Committee at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva, Switzerland. This three-month internship provided her with exposure to international human rights law and the workings of global legal frameworks. This experience has informed her approach to immigration law and advocacy.