Abogada Monclova

Meet Our Team

Our team is dedicated to excellence in the practice of law.

Attorney

María Monclova

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.
Attorney

Arturo Vázquez

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.
Attorney

Scott Petiya

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.
Office Manager

Eliza Orozco

Eliza Orozco began her job with Monclova Law as a data entry clerk and was promoted to paralegal because of her passion for helping the clients at the firm. Through hard work and perseverance, she was then promoted to office manager. She has seen her close family go through the immigration process and feels very privileged to be able to help others chase their American dream. Eliza was born and raised in Long Beach, CA. She moved to Denver in 2023. Her parents are from Sinaloa, Mexico and she has visited many times in her life. In her free time, she loves to take road trips and travel with her husband and daughter to explore more of the beautiful state of Colorado.
Accountant

Adriana García

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.

Paralegal

Rosita Vázquez

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!
Paralegal

Diego Macias

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.
Paralegal

Lenny Alfaro

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.

Administrative

Yaritza Munoz

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.
Admissions Specialist

Anelis Bustos

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.