Biography
Christina was born and raised in the Bay Area. Christina pursued a career in law because she is passionate about helping and serving individuals in her community. This passion is evident, as she has served as a clerk with various public defender offices throughout the Bay Area where she has tirelessly advocated for her clients in court.
Christina believes that going to law school is a privilege, so she intends to utilize what she has learned to help others who need it. Whether it be for emotional support or as guidance through the legal process, Christina wants to help make a meaningful and impactful difference in individuals’ lives.
Interesting Facts
“I am here for you.” This is what Christina wants to tell individuals who are seeking legal help for matters relating to family law. When it comes to family law, Christina understands that a person may be going through one of the most vulnerable points of their lives, which is why she aims to help her clients move smoothly past this part of their lives in the most effective way possible.
Christina’s goal is to not only provide her clients with legal support but also with any necessary emotional support because she recognizes the impact that family law can have on her clients’ lives.
Christina graduated with honors from San Jose State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a minor in Psychology.
Christina went on to obtain her Juris Doctorate from the University of San Francisco School of Law. From USF Law, she also earned, with honors, a certificate in Public Interest Law. While in law school, Christina served as the Executive Editor of her school’s Law Review Journal and as a Case Counsel for Moot Court. She also participated in her school’s Racial Justice Clinic as a Certified Student Clinician where she zealously advocated for individuals in court.
Christina has been awarded the Certificate of Honor by The City and County of San Francisco in 2022 for her dedication to service in creating and executing a curriculum focused on criminal law and criminal procedure to educate the youth about their rights within the criminal legal system.
Before the pandemic, Christina volunteered as a youth camp counselor at her local YMCA.