“De la vida no quiero mucho. Quiero apenas saber que intenté todo lo que quise, tuve todo lo que pude, amé lo que valía la pena y perdí apenas lo que nunca fue mío.”

-Pablo Neruda

Alejandra Valenzuela's journey began in at Cal Poly Pomona, where she earned her B.A. in Political Science and a Minor in Ethnic Women’s Studies. Her pursuit of knowledge led her to New York, where she obtained her J.D. from Syracuse University College of Law and a Master’s in International Relations from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs.

After completing her studies, Alejandra dedicated herself to nonprofit work for over six years, focusing on various areas of law to assist those in need. For the past four years, her passion has centered on immigration law, specifically aiding victims of domestic violence and crime victims. Fluent in Spanish, she effectively engaged with Spanish-speaking divorce clients.

In 2018, Alejandra joined CAMBA Legal Services as a Staff Attorney, practicing housing law and offering anti-eviction services to low-income tenants. She transitioned to immigration law in 2019, where her true passion emerged. Her work encompassed diverse immigration matters, including but not limited to Citizenship, Family-Based petitions, Temporary Protected Status, VAWA Self-Petitions, and U Visas. She excelled in communicating with clients, developing case strategies, and guiding clients through the complexities of legal documentation.

Alejandra finds joy in aiding immigrants during challenges. Her experiences honed her communication, fostering trust with colleagues and clients. Committed to social justice and empowerment, she embraces the power of positive impact.

Each person she assists fuels her dedication, reinforcing the ability to provide hope during adversity. Alejandra aims to serve vulnerable populations, especially the Latino community, countering negative narratives. Her happiness lies in contributing to immigrants' journey towards security and success in the United States.