When did you first know you wanted to be an attorney? What drew you to this career?

• On September 11, 2001, I was working as an international student advisor in an international language school Miami. In the aftermath, I was fascinated by learning all the new federal regulations and procedures pertaining to the issuance and maintenance of F-1 visas. I decided to go to law school to be an immigration lawyer.

What personal trait most aided you in your career?

• I think resilience, flexibility, and humility are all essential.

What do you find most rewarding about your practice?

• Mastering new things. I had limited experience with civil litigation when I started with Boyd & Jenerette, so it has been very rewarding to grow and feel proficient in my practice.

Thus far in your career, what are you most proud of accomplishing?

• Probably reinventing my career after taking time off to have kids. I started off doing immigration law and ended up in civil litigation, which is a better fit.

What is your favorite band?

• I don't have a favorite band, but I love Shakira.

What is your favorite TV show?

• My favorite tv show ever is Lost. Lately, I am more into Podcasts; my favorite is Pod Save America.  

What is your favorite vacation spot?

• Right now, since my kids are still young, I love Disney’s Fort Wilderness.

What are your hobbies?

• I don’t have much time for hobbies anymore, but I usually find time for fitness – I like cardio/resistance intervals and yoga. The rest of my free times goes to my kids – Sebastian, 8 and Aria, 5.

Do you have any pets?

• My Boston Terrier, Sadie, and cats, Simon and Tony.

Are you a morning person or a night-owl?

• Morning person