Rebecca Soroka

Staff Attorney

Rebecca Soroka provides support to volunteer lawyers at law firms in the New York and New Jersey area, directly represents asylum seekers in New York, and oversees the New York Refugee Representation team’s internship program.

Prior to joining Human Rights First, Rebecca served as a staff attorney at African Services Committee, where she represented low-income individuals in the areas of immigration, family law, housing, and public benefits. Previously, Rebecca was a staff attorney for New York Legal Assistance, where she represented homeowners impacted by Hurricane Sandy.

Rebecca is from Montreal, Canada and holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia. She earned her J.D. from the University of La Verne and is admitted to practice in New York state.