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Simpson Thacher Wins Asylum for Russian Client

08.04.14
On July 29, 2014, Simpson Thacher successfully secured a grant of asylum on behalf of a client from Russia who feared persecution in his home country on account of his sexual orientation. After having the case referred to the New York Immigration Court, the attorneys conducted a full hearing, including a direct and cross examination of the client and a supporting witness. The team included associates Terry Sanders and Jonathan Nussbaum, and partner Olga Gutman.