Abeera Ilyas S.
FOIA Specialist | Police Bodycam Researcher | Clip Finder
🟢 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰! 𝐀𝐬 𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 & 𝐅𝐎𝐈𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫, who knows how to navigate government systems, request public records efficiently, and deliver actionable insights? With proven expertise in filing and tracking Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, I help law firms, journalists, researchers, and advocacy groups access the information they need—accurately, legally, and on time. 🔍 What I Offer: Filing FOIA requests with federal, state, and local agencies Tracking and following up on requests to ensure timely responses Reviewing and analyzing released documents for key insights Drafting appeals for denials or redactions Researching public records, court documents, and regulatory filings Experience with agencies such as the DOJ, FBI, ICE, EPA, and more 🛠 Tools & Skills: FOIA.gov, state portals, PACER, SEC EDGAR Legal and investigative research Document management and redaction analysis Strong understanding of government procedures and exemptions 📌 Why Work With Me: Timely, professional communication 100% confidentiality and accuracy Deep knowledge of FOIA laws and public records processes Flexible to your needs—single requests or long-term projects Whether you're investigating a case, writing an article, or seeking transparency, I provide clear, dependable, and efficient FOIA research tailored to your goals. Regards, Abeera I.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $13k
Billed in all: $33,013$33k
$607 in the last 6 months
Across 22 contracts
Across 37 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 2% in YouTube Automation
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