Portfolio

A record of professional work, public service, and contributions to access to justice

Professional Overview

Born near San Francisco, Jennifer's family story reflects immigration, resilience, and public service. Her mother's family emigrated from El Salvador in the 1960s, and her father's Greek ancestors entered the United States through Ellis Island in the 1930s before settling in California.

Inspired by her multicultural background and commitment to justice, Jennifer pursued a legal career dedicated to helping individuals and families build stable lives in the United States. Her work has focused on immigration law, access to justice initiatives, and community education.

Education

Washington & Lee University School of Law

Juris Doctor

Lexington, Virginia

  • Vice President, Latin American Law Student Association
  • Student Attorney, Immigration Law Clinic
  • Vice Chair, Moot Court Program

University of California, Davis

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (Law Emphasis) and Communication

Graduated with honors

  • Professional Chair, Phi Alpha Delta (co-educational pre-law fraternity)
  • Research Assistant on gender communication strategies in diverse communities

Professional Experience & Leadership

Founder and Principal Attorney

Grace Immigration PLLC (formerly)

Board Member

Blue Ridge Literacy Board of Directors

Member and Social Media Subcommittee Chair

Virginia State Bar Special Committee on Access to Legal Services

Member

Virginia State Bar Special Committee on Technology and the Practice of Law

Member

TAP Domestic Violence Services Advisory Commission

Speaking, Presentations & Panels

Presentations

Immigration Law Overview

Virginia Institute for Lifelong Learning, Radford University

Law Enforcement and the Immigrant Community

Family Violence Coordinating Council Conference, Roanoke Police Academy

T Visas, U Visas, and the Violence Against Women Act

Total Action for Progress Domestic Violence Services and Sexual Assault Response and Awareness

Notario Fraud and Immigration Consequences

Regional Immigration Community Meeting

Ethical Considerations in Pro Bono Practice

Virginia State Bar National Pro Bono Celebration Kickoff

Social Justice Issues in Immigration Law

Bonner Program Presentation, Washington & Lee University

Overview of the United States Immigration System

Annual Bonner Congress, Washington & Lee University

U.S. Immigration: Exploring Avenues for Legal Status and the Great Immigration Debate

Graduate Course Presentation, Virginia Tech

Panel Discussions

Advancement of Women in the Legal Profession

Lara D. Gass Women in Law Symposium, Washington & Lee University School of Law

GPS Your Purpose

Summit on Social Impact Careers, Washington & Lee University

Publications & Writing

"On the Horizon: Bridging the Justice Gap with Web-Based Solutions"

Virginia Lawyer Magazine

"Access to Legal Justice 2.0"

Virginia Lawyer Magazine

Professional Memberships & Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Past Member

Roanoke Bar Association

Past Member

Virginia Women Attorneys Association, Roanoke Chapter

Past President

Virginia Women Attorneys Association

Past Director at Large and Communications Committee Chair

Areas of Focus

Immigration Law and Policy

Legal frameworks and policy analysis

Access to Justice Initiatives

Expanding legal services availability

Technology and Innovation in Legal Services

Web-based solutions for legal access

Domestic Violence and Survivor Advocacy

Supporting vulnerable populations

Public Education and Community Legal Training

Empowering communities through knowledge