Amanda was born in Panama City, Panama, and brings a global perspective to both her professional and personal life. She earned her BA in Criminology and BA in Spanish from The University of New Mexico in 2011, followed by an MS in Criminal Justice from Lewis University in 2014. Her background provides a strong foundation for her work in immigration law, a field that Amanda finds both a professional challenge and a meaningful opportunity to stand up for fairness and justice. For Amanda, immigration law is a way to make a real human impact by advocating for individuals and families. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys reading and exploring different hiking routes with her family. Amanda is a proud mom to four children and two dogs, and she expertly balances her busy family life with her professional passion for helping others. Her dedication to both her family and her work as an advocate for justice fuels her commitment to making a positive impact every day.