Sofia Mejia is a Declaration Specialist at James Immigration Law, where she writes affidavits, reporting letters, and briefs, and reviews final portfolios for clients pursuing T visas. Her work is key in documenting the stories of human trafficking survivors and ensuring each case is presented with clarity and care. She is a clinical psychologist who graduated from Universidad de Navarra in Spain. Before joining the firm, she worked with children in foster care and adoption processes, and with individuals recovering from addiction—experiences that deepened her commitment to supporting people through vulnerable moments with dignity. Sofia believes the work at James Immigration Law helps restore hope and agency to individuals who have felt stripped of both. Contributing to that mission—offering survivors the chance to build safe, stable lives—is a deep source of pride. She brings strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to the team. Guided by honesty, empathy, and transparency, Sofia approaches each case with compassion and a commitment to meaningful change.

Santiago Sanchez is a Declaration Specialist at James Immigration Law, where he prepares declarations, legal briefs, and other essential documentation to support clients’ cases. As a lawyer currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Human Rights, Santiago brings both academic insight and hands-on experience to his role. Before joining James Immigration Law, Santiago gained valuable experience working with the appeals teams at another immigration firm, deepening his understanding of the complexities and urgency of immigration law.

Santiago’s commitment to migrant rights is rooted in personal experience—his own family's journey and his mother’s work with migrant communities have shaped his belief that migration is a human right, crucial for building a free and just society.

He is proud to contribute to an organization that centers migrant voices and stories, and that champions justice with care and integrity. With a strong legal foundation and a deep sense of purpose, Santiago brings thoughtfulness and compassion to every case he supports.

Ana María Castañeda is the Reception Lead at James Immigration Law, where she leads the client experience team. Her main goal is to empower her team to deliver a structured, professional, and seamless experience that builds trust and confidence for every client. She brings experience in leadership, compliance, training, and legal administration, having previously supervised teams and supported operational processes in regulated environments. Her background has strengthened her ability to combine accountability, organization, and performance development while maintaining a supportive team dynamic. Originally from Bogotá, Ana is motivated by the impact that clear legal guidance can have on individuals and families navigating immigration processes. She understands that every interaction plays a role in building trust and confidence throughout a client’s journey. She is proud to be part of a team committed to making a meaningful difference and is driven by integrity, high standards, and a strong sense of responsibility toward both clients and colleagues.

Michelle Escobar Reina is a Declaration Specialist at James Immigration Law, where she prepares client declarations with empathy, care, and a high level of professionalism. She is a licensed psychologist with more than four years of experience working in the immigration field. Michelle has always been strongly motivated by community-centered work and by contributing to the well-being and quality of life of others. She firmly believes that James Immigration Law plays a meaningful role in supporting individuals and families by promoting safety, stability, and long-term security, and she feels grateful and fulfilled to be part of this mission. Michelle brings a strong sense of commitment, humanity, and honesty, contributing thoughtfully and responsibly to the effective development of her work and to the firm’s mission.

Tattiana Torres Hernandez is a Human Resources Intern, with fundamental knowledge in recruitment and selection, profile management, employee engagement and wellness, and document management. She is proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and provides organized and detail-oriented support in Human Resources processes. She stands out for her responsibility, strong organizational skills and proactive attitude, with a constant commitment to learning and professional growth. Outside of her professional development, she has a keen interest in art, music and dance; enjoys visiting museums and watching movies; and maintains an active lifestyle through regular physical training.

Juliana Sanz is a Declaration Specialist at James Immigration Law, where she provides support in the preparation and management of T-Visa declarations. In this role, she contributes to the team by organizing, verifying information for the creation of declarations, report letters and legal briefs. She has over three years of experience in immigration matters, working on cases that included U visas, T visas, naturalizations, applications for permanent residence (green cards), work permits and other immigration benefits. Her experience encompassed comprehensive case management, including gathering data and documents, taking depositions, and preparing and reviewing files for submission to immigration authorities. Her interest in immigration work was strengthened by direct contact with the stories of people facing complex and emotionally demanding immigration processes. This experience allowed her to develop a deep sensitivity towards the realities of migrant communities and a genuine commitment to provide respectful, organized and humane accompaniment. Juliana believes that the work of James Immigration Law is fundamental to provide clear legal guidance and support to people going through complex immigration processes. She values the team's human approach and commitment to each case, and is motivated to bring her immigration experience, attention to detail, and sensitivity to clients' stories to contribute to responsible, high-impact work.With a solid foundation in immigration legal work, Juliana distinguishes herself through her organization, accountability, and human approach. She values ethical work, confidentiality and respect for each person's story, bringing a committed and professional perspective to every project she undertakes.

Sara Gonzalez is a Family and Humanitarian Case Supervisor at James Immigration Law, where she leads and supports a team responsible for preparing high quality legal materials. In her role, she focuses on ensuring consistency, strengthening internal processes and guiding her team to deliver clear, accurate and well-structured work that supports the firm's mission. She is a bilingual attorney with solid experience in legal operations and case management. Throughout her career, she has worked in dynamic environments that require analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to handle complex information while maintaining high standards of quality. Originally from Bogotá, Sara is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful results and to support individuals and families going through complex legal processes. She values being part of a team that has a real and positive impact on people's lives. Sara is recognized for her organization, reliability and approachable leadership style. She is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment where growth, accountability and teamwork drive success.