Our Team

  • Attorney Hassan Kouyate - Founder

    Attorney Hassan Kouyate is the founder of Kouyate & Associates. Born in Guinea, he graduated top of his class before moving to the U.S. to further his legal education. He earned a paralegal degree in 2015 and graduated cum laude from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School in 2019. He has practiced law since 2020, helping clients with immigration, personal injury, and criminal cases. Fluent in French and English, Attorney Kouyate is dedicated to advocating for immigrants and those facing legal challenges.

  • Sope Ojo - Attorney

    Sope is a Personal Injury Attorney at Kouyate & Associates, dedicated to helping injured clients. Originally from Nigeria and raised in Sacramento, he earned his J.D. from Georgia State University. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, fitness, and supporting Arsenal FC and the 49ers.

  • Daniel Keith - Attorney

    Daniel Keith is an attorney at Kouyate Law Firm, based in Boston. He holds a Juris Doctorate from Boston College and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional legal services. Outside of the office, he enjoys exploring historical research and theology

  • Alhassane Souare - Immigration Review Officer

    Alhassane Souare is an Immigration Review Officer dedicated to client-focused immigration support. He holds Master’s degrees in International Project Administration and Management from the University of Paris 12 and University of Lyon 3, and a Certificate in Child Protection from Harvard. Passionate about human rights, he works to make a difference for every client.

  • Fatoumata (Fatou) Barry - Case Manager

    Fatoumata Barry was born in New York City and raised in Guinea. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice and an M.S. in Cybersecurity. As Firm Manager at the Law Firm of Kouyate and Associates, she brings dedication and care to every client. She also runs a nonprofit that gives back to communities in Guinea.

  • Oumou Haidara - Branch Manager

    Oumou Haidara is the Branch Manager and a proud Malian-American from New York City. She holds a Master’s in Criminal Justice and Political Science focused on Terrorism and Africana Studies. Oumou brings leadership, dedication, and a passion for service to the firm. In her free time, she enjoys reading and cooking.

  • Mamady Ballo - Immigration Paralegal

    Mamady D. Ballo is an Immigration Paralegal dedicated to supporting immigrant communities with compassion and cultural insight. Born and raised in Harlem with roots in Ivory Coast, Mali, and Liberia, she holds a B.A. in International Studies focused on Africa and the Middle East. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and spending time with children.

  • Binta Baldeh

    Binta Baldeh is an Immigration Paralegal with a degree in International Business with French. Born and raised in the Netherlands and later the UK, she moved to the U.S. in 2019. Binta loves traveling and is fluent in four languages.

  • Carrie Seawright - Litigation Paralegal

    Carrie Seawright is a Litigation Paralegal who supports the firm’s litigation team with her background in law and public administration. Originally from Cleveland, she holds a B.A. in Political Science, an MBA, an MPA, and a J.D. In her free time, she enjoys word games, puzzles, and relaxing activities that keep her mind sharp.

  • Aissata Barry

    Aissata B. Barry, MBA is a Legal Assistant with a B.A. in International Studies and Women & Gender Studies from Denison University and an MBA from Otterbein University. Originally from Senegal and Guinea and now based in Boston, she enjoys weightlifting and running outside with her boys.