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Abogada Monclova

Meet Our Team

Our Team Makes things happen, We change lives!!!!

María Monclova

Attorney

Maria Monclova is the founder of Monclova Law. María is an immigration and family law attorney. She was born in Mexico and since childhood she dreamed of defending the rights of immigrants. Maria attended the University of Denver School of Law and has over 15 years of experience fighting against the deportation and separation of families in this country. Her passion is defending the rights of her immigrant community and ensuring that everyone has equal access to our judicial system regardless of immigration status. In the family law branch, Maria helps clients with divorce and custody cases. In her free time she likes to exercise and watch Mexican soap operas.

Arturo Vázquez

Attorney

Arturo Vazquez is an avid advocate for racial equality and social change. He attended the University of Denver where he got his Bachelor’s’ degree in Criminology and Master’s Degree in Urban Education. Arturo got his JD from the University of Wyoming College of Law. During his time at there he was actively involved in the International Human Rights clinic, where he got to represent Asylum clients from both Colorado and Wyoming in both defensive and affirmative cases, and got to travel to Houston, TX to attend asylum interviews. He is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, as well as the American Immigration Lawyers Association.

Scott Petiya

Attorney

Scott attended Colorado College and the University of Denver School of Law. At DU I studied International Law and Human Rights. For Scott, immigration is a vital topic of international law and an important way to protect people at risk of human rights violations in other countries. Scott works to defend the human rights of our clients, whether they are at risk in the United States or abroad.

Michael Martinez

Attorney

Michael Martinez is a graduate of Colorado University of Denver where he received a B.A. in International Studies with a concentration on migration from South America to the United States. During his tenure at his alma mater Michael grew a dedication to serving immigrant communities when he listened to children separated from their families cry out in anguish. Thus, Michael attended Loyola University New Orleans College of Law with the intention of earning a Juris Doctorate and using his skills to serve immigrants and refugees. At Loyola, Michael worked for the Stuart H. Smith Center for Social Justice as an immigration intern. Then, he continued his service when he became a student attorney in the immigration department of Loyola New Orleans’ legal clinic. Now, Michael has applied to be sworn in as an attorney in New Mexico and is excited to continue serving the immigrant and refugee communities with Monclova Law and the servant leaders who make up the team of the law firm. When he’s not serving immigrants and refugees, Michael is a Diamond ranked Marvel Rivals player and a dog dad.

Milo Sanchez

Media Advocate & Community Educator

Originating from Chihuahua, Mexico, Milo Sanchez is a teacher by profession and a radio host with over 30 years of experience in Denver, Colorado. He has dedicated his career to informing and guiding the immigrant community, combining his passion for media with a strong commitment to promoting awareness of rights and laws in the United States, especially regarding immigration issues.

Through his radio programs, he has collaborated with attorneys such as María Monclova and Arturo Vázquez to provide reliable and accessible information. Milo also maintains a strong connection with the community, offering close support to those facing personal and family legal processes on their journey toward a stable life in this country.

Adriana García

Accountant

My name is Adriana, I was born in Ciudad Juárez, I am in the Accounting area, I really like what I do because it gives me the opportunity to help clients and understand the situation they are going through, I am the first person they have contact and I can see that sometimes they arrive with many fears. I am the person who is bothering them a lot, calling them constantly, and I understand how hard they work to achieve the American dream, and that is very satisfying since I know that it is a sacrifice that is worth it.

In my free time I really like to walk with my family, go to the movies, listen to music and dance.

Rosita Vázquez

Office Manager

Rosita has worked at the firm for 12 years. She was the first employee of the office and since then continues to help clients. Rosita is from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico and she really likes to dance cumbias. Rosita helps clients with immigration and family cases, she never rests and loves her job!

Diego Macias

Lead Paralegal

Diego Macias is a dedicated immigration professional with over two and a half years of experience in the field. Originally from Colorado, he comes from a proud heritage, with his father hailing from Zacatecas, Mexico. Diego earned his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a minor in Criminal Justice from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Passionate about law and justice, he aspires to become an attorney, with a long-term goal of serving as a judge. Committed to expanding his knowledge of immigration law, Diego hopes to attend the University of Colorado Law School while continuing to work part-time with Monclova Law. His ultimate ambition is to specialize in criminal law while continuing to advocate for individuals navigating the complexities of the legal system. Outside of his professional aspirations, Diego is a passionate sports fan, with a deep love for Arsenal FC.

Kevin Garzón

Paralegal

Kevin Garzón is the newest addition to Monclova Law, joining the team as an immigration paralegal. Originally from Chicago, Kevin moved to Colorado to fully apply his skills and passion for helping others. The son of parents from Puebla, Mexico, Kevin was raised with a strong sense of urgency to support marginalized communities and a work ethic shaped by determination and lived experience. He graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and earned minors in Psychology and Latin American/Latino/a Studies. While in school, he interned at a nonprofit organization, where he learned the importance of community involvement and advocacy for underserved groups. Kevin brings those values and experiences to his role at Monclova Law, where he is dedicated to serving clients and contributing to the broader community.

In his free time, Kevin enjoys spending time with his long-term girlfriend and their cat. His hobbies include learning new recipes, playing basketball at his local gym, and relaxing with video games.

Lenny Alfaro

Paralegal

At Monclova Law, Lenny Alfaro serves as the family law paralegal. Lenny has been assisting the immigrant community for thirteen years. Having gone through the immigration process herself, Lenny is a first-generation Mexican immigrant who understands directly how difficult and frightening it can be to be ignorant of your rights. Lenny has a strong commitment to supporting the immigrant community and ensuring that clients are aware of the family court procedure. Lenny is currently pursuing her AAS in paralegal studies at Front Range Community College (FRCC).

Lenny is a mother of two kids and a pet owner. When Lenny has free time, she enjoys spending it with her spouse and their two kids. They enjoy swimming and hiking. Lenny recognizes the importance of the family.

Rene W. Nuñez Castro

Paralegal

Rene W. Nuñez Castro is the newest addition to Monclova Law, joining the team as an immigration paralegal. Rene earned his law degree in El Salvador in 2022. At the end of 2023, he moved to the United States to pursue a Master of Laws (LL.M.) at the Universidad del Pacífico, McGeorge School of Law, which he completed in May 2025. During his graduate studies, he collaborated at an Immigration Clinic, providing legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees. He has also assisted his own family with the preparation and filing of immigration forms with USCIS. Rene is currently in the process of obtaining his license to practice law in California, with the goal of practicing immigration law and serving the Latino community.

Yaritza Munoz

Administrative

At Monclova Law, Yaritza serves as the filing clerk, where she manages and organizes all important paperwork, ensuring that everything is processed efficiently and accurately. Her attention to detail and dedication are vital to keeping the office running smoothly, supporting both the team and the clients we serve. Yaritza is the daughter of immigrants and has a deep understanding of the challenges many individuals face when navigating the immigration system. This personal connection fuels her passion for supporting underrepresented families and helping them achieve the representation and guidance they deserve. Proud of her Mexican heritage, Yaritza stays connected to her culture through extracurricular activities that allow her to celebrate and honor her roots. Outside of work, she is a dedicated mom who enjoys spending quality time outdoors with her daughter, embracing the importance of family and nature.

Anelis Bustos

Admissions Specialist

Anelis studies at Arapahoe Community College. She is Mexican from the state of Guanajuato and her goal is to be a lawyer in order to defend the human rights of the most vulnerable population, which is immigrants. She loves her work in the office, since she has the opportunity to exercise her passion and fight against injustices in our country.

Carlos Benjamin Ramos Garcia

Onboarding Coordinator

Carlos Benjamin Ramos Garcia joins Monclova Law as an Onboarding Coordinator. He is a law professional who graduated from the Central American University José Simeón Cañas in El Salvador, with extensive experience in the field of U.S. immigration law. His career has taken him from contributing to the development of child protection laws such as “Crecer con Cariño” — a government initiative in El Salvador aimed at protecting vulnerable children and adolescents — to working as a legal assistant in U.S.-based immigration law offices starting in 2023. Through his work in immigration law, he has come to understand the needs, fears, and challenges that migrant families face. As a result, he has dedicated his efforts to helping them move forward with their cases and advance in the process of regularizing their legal status. Over time, he has progressed in his roles to the point of becoming a key liaison between potential clients and the office he has worked with — listening to their concerns, answering questions, and emphasizing the importance of moving forward with their immigration processes in order to achieve greater personal, professional, and family stability. Because through this, they can attain a better quality of life.

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