Mariana Ricardo Cantor
As a passionate advocate for human rights, Mariana is a Colombian lawyer with extensive experience in commercial, criminal, and immigration law, gained through working in diverse multicultural and international environments. Mariana is driven by a commitment to justice and the protection of vulnerable populations.
Mariana speaks both English and Spanish and is committed to continuous learning, rigorous research, and meticulous organization in executing tasks. Her dedication to human rights and justice drives her work, ensuring that every client receives compassionate and comprehensive legal support
Professional Experience
Legal Assistant at the Law Office of Rosemary Vega (July 2023 - Present): Working in VAWA cases, family petitions, EAD applications, naturalizations, asylum cases, and T visas.
Legal Assistant in Immigration Law (September 2022 - Present): Developed expertise in various aspects of immigration law.
Commercial Lawyer in Colombia: Gained significant experience in commercial law.
Legal Volunteer for a femicide foundation in Colombia: Dedicated legal expertise to support victims and raise awareness.
Academic Achievements
Recognized by the Ministry of National Education for achieving one of the highest scores in the national bar exam (2022).
Speaker at the Colombian Institute of Procedural Law's seedbed competition, with public recognition from Dr. Jairo Parra Quijano (2019).
Awarded a full scholarship by the Colombian government for outstanding performance in the national exam for lawyers.