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    Novo Legal Interns

    Novo Legal Group

    Legal Intern Program

    At Novo Legal Group, we take immense pride in our ever-evolving internship program, which has been empowering aspiring legal professionals since 2020. Our past and present interns, with diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives, have made a lasting impact on our clients and our firm through their unwavering commitment to advocating for immigrant rights and upholding justice.

    We are deeply grateful for their exceptional contributions and the opportunity to be a part of their journey into the world of immigration law. As you explore the inspiring stories and accomplishments of these outstanding individuals, we hope you'll appreciate the dedication, passion, and hard work that they have brought to Novo Legal Group, making a difference in the lives of our clients and the broader community.

    Alyssa Ortiz

    Alyssa Ortiz

    Summer 2022 Legal Intern
    Alyssa was President of the Immigration Law & Policy Society, and is currently Editor-in-Chief of the University of Colorado Law Review (Vol. 94). She hopes to pursue a career in immigration law following graduation.
    Anahi Quezada Villa

    Anahi Quezada Villa

    Fall 2023 Legal Intern
    Anahi, a first-generation Latina law student at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, is passionate about empowering communities facing systemic barriers. As the daughter of immigrants, she has a keen focus on immigration law and aims to use her legal education to tackle complex challenges for individuals and communities.
    Caitlyn Wallace

    Caitlyn Wallace

    Summer/Fall 2022 Legal Intern
    Caitlyn is a Colorado native and the daughter of an immigrant father, she has always had an interest in immigration. After graduating, she hopes to pursue a career in immigration law.
    Caroline Turner

    Caroline Turner

    Summer/Fall 2021
    Caroline graduated from the University of Arkansas in 2019. Her first exposure working in immigration was during her undergraduate career where she worked with refugees and became passionate about immigration law.
    Cindy Tsuei

    Cindy Tsuei

    Fall 2020 - Postgrad
    Cindy is a graduate of Penn State Law. As a student attorney at the Penn State Family Law Clinic, she represented victims of domestic abuse, and other individuals with family law disputes such as divorce and custody.
    Collin Cannon

    Collin Cannon

    Summer 2022-Spring 2023
    Collin is currently in his final year of law school at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Upon finishing his degree, Collin hopes to practice immigration law or international human rights law.
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    Daniel Simon

    Summer 2023
    Studying English at the University of Missouri, Daniel taught ESL to diverse age groups and nationalities. Post-graduation, he continued in education at Arrupe Jesuit High School, Denver. Inspired by unique immigrant experiences, he pursued law at the University of Denver, and in 2023 joined Novo Legal to learn and contribute to dedicated legal work.
    Danielle Herman

    Danielle Herman

    Summer 2022-Spring 2023
    Prior to entering law school, she taught kindergarten with Denver Public Schools. Danielle is passionate about advocacy for children and was able to focus this interest at Novo by working with the youngest clients.
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    Daphne Barrera

    Spring 2023
    In her final year at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Daphne is driven by a passion for giving back to her community. Upon graduating, she plans to practice immigration law.
    Edgar Chavarria

    Edgar Chavarria

    Fall 2020
    Edgar graduated from Sam Houston State University in 2018. His first exposure working in immigration law was during his 1L summer externship, and since then he's known that is what he wants to focus on.
    Emma Carroll

    Emma Carroll

    Summer 2021
    Emma hopes to pursue a career in immigration law. While at Novo, she researched a number of novel and relatively unexplored immigration issues and drafted several motions, RFEs, and briefs.
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    Esther Kim

    Summer 2022-Spring 2023
    Esther is has always had an interest in immigration law, and Novo Legal has been her first step into the experience. She hopes to be able to use the concepts and skills learned throughout her legal career.
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    Hyung Jang

    Summer - Fall 2023
    Hyung, a rising 2L at Seattle University School of Law, founded the International & Immigrant Student Association. As president, he aims to support the international community at the school. With a keen interest in immigration law, Hyung is committed to harnessing his legal education to make a significant contribution to the community.
    Jocelyne Vasquez-Alas

    Jocelyne Vasquez-Alas

    Spring 2023
    Jocelyne, a first-generation immigrant from El Salvador, was inspired by her own immigration experience to study law at CU Law. Her work includes advocating for immigrants through DACA renewals, Advance Parole, SIJS, and asylum applications. Jocelyne enjoys reading LGBTQ+ novels and spending time outdoors in her leisure time.
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    Mildred Alvarez

    Summer 2023
    Born in Mexico and having lived globally, Mildred developed an understanding of immigration struggles. This led her to a law career, focusing on immigration. Now a rising 3L at Colorado Law School, she’s actively involved in immigration issues and aims to advocate for immigrant rights post-graduation.
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    Sarah Sorenson

    Summer 2023
    Sarah, a law student at the University of Colorado, has a Master’s in Bilingual Special Education and experience in the nonprofit sector. She's volunteered with immigrant rights groups for years and serves as VP of CU Law's Immigration Society. She looks forward to furthering her immigration law knowledge with Novo Legal.
    Skylar Larson

    Skylar Larson

    Spring 2020-Spring 2022
    In addition to interning at Novo Legal, Skylar served as a student attorney with the Immigration Law & Policy Clinic. She is passionate about immigrants’ rights and Novo has given her the opportunity to fight alongside our clients.
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    Tyler Beckum

    Summer - Fall 2023
    Tyler, a 3L at Seattle University School of Law, honed her interest in immigration law through an internship with asylees and refugees. Tyler is keen to further explore the intricacies of immigration law. She's collaborated with the Fred T. Korematsu center on race bias issues and currently serves as the VP of the International Law Society. In law school, she's emphasized civil rights and appellate work with aspirations to influence policy.
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    Tyler Reynolds

    Summer 2023
    As a rising 3L at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Tyler blends sports leadership and legal prowess. A former NCAA athlete, he's now part of the Moot Court team, achieving national recognition. Outside class, he loves skiing, hiking, cooking, and "Better Call Saul."
    Victoria Venzor

    Victoria Venzor

    Fall 2020
    Victoria grew up in Colorado Springs. She is currently a 2L at the University of Colorado Law School. She was led to law school in hopes of becoming an advocate for others, something that Novo Legal has allowed me to do.
    Vivian Oguejiofor

    Vivian Oguejiofor

    Spring 2023
    Vivian, a Houston native, studied Anthropology and Global Health at the University of Washington. After teaching in Madrid for two years, she returned to pursue law at her alma mater. As a daughter of Nigerian immigrants, Vivian is passionate about advocating for immigrant rights and plans to practice immigration law after graduation.

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