Simpson Thacher Wins Asylum for Jamaican Client
12.11.14
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On December 1, 2014, Simpson Thacher successfully secured a grant of asylum on behalf of a client who had suffered severe persecution and feared further persecution in his home country of Jamaica on account of his sexual orientation. The case was referred to the Firm by Immigration Equality, an organization dedicated to supporting LGBT and HIV-positive immigrants seeking safety, fair treatment and freedom. The team included associates Lauren Shohat and Rachel Sparks Bradley, and partner Alan Turner.