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Los Abogados Board

Jan 1st 2024 - Dec 31st 2024


Meet our esteemed board members, each dedicated to fostering the growth and advancement of the legal profession. Inspired by our mission, they work tirelessly to empower and support our community, driving forward the values of development and empowerment within the Latino legal community.




Freddy Saavedra

President


Freddy Saavedra is the founder of Saavedra Law Firm, PLC, and serves as our board President. With a top Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating, he’s known for his strong leadership and personal injury law expertise in Arizona. His achievements include being a 2019 Super Lawyers Rising Star and an American Bar Foundation Fellow. As President, Freddy is steering our organization towards new accomplishments, focusing on practical outcomes and community betterment.





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Adriana Genco

Vice President


Adriana Genco, Vice President and Deputy County Attorney at MCAO, thrives on the complexity of prosecution, championing fair and equal justice. Her passion lies in upholding the law, giving voice to crime victims, and serving the community. With a commitment to mentorship and a deep understanding of the community's needs, Adriana's work extends beyond the courtroom. As a first-generation Latina immigrant, she emphasizes the importance of representation and accessibility in the legal system, making a significant impact on those she serves.


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Kristian Garibay

Treasurer


Kristian serves as Treasurer and is a managing associate in the White Collar and Government Investigations practice, focusing on compliance, government, internal investigations, and white collar criminal defense. Her experience includes clerking for the Hon. Stephen M. McNamee and roles in both the US Attorney’s and Pima County Public Defender’s Offices. Kristian's background spans a wide range of legal challenges, from defamation suits to federal and state law violations, showcasing her comprehensive legal expertise and dedication to justice.


https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddysaavedra/




Irania Fimbres-Ruiz

Secretary


Ms. Fimbres-Ruiz, serving as Treasurer, hails from San Luis, Arizona. A University of Arizona Juris Doctor graduate, she excelled in both written and oral advocacy, backed by a Dean’s Achievement Scholarship. Her legal acumen is complemented by fluency in Spanish. Her practical experience includes an externship with the Honorable Cindy K. Jorgenson and internships in Marana's legal department, along with significant contributions as articles editor for the Arizona Law Review and work in the Workers’ Rights Clinic.




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Arturo Gonzalez

Communications Chair


As the Communications Chair, Arturo leverages his legal acumen in wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and products liability at Chapa Law Group, P.C. to guide our nonprofit's communication strategies. His dedication extends beyond his professional work to advocating for education, engaging in local politics, and supporting the Latino community's upliftment, embodying our mission to empower through effective outreach and advocacy.






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Cindy Villanueva

Immediate Past President


Cindy Villanueva, serving as our board's past president, brings a wealth of experience from her tenure and we also benefit from her professional expertise as an Intellectual Property Partner at Dickinson Wright. Her deep knowledge in trademark and copyright law significantly enriches our board's strategies and decision-making. Cindy's commitment to Los Abogados shines through her ongoing guidance, leveraging her knowledge for the betterment of our mission and ensuring our actions align with our dedication to advancing the Latino legal community.




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Suzanne Diaz

At-Large Member


Suzanne Diaz, with her legal practice at Diaz Law Offices, PLLC, specializes in areas crucial for personal and business stability, such as estate planning and litigation. As an at-large board member, her legal expertise significantly contributes to Los Abogados' mission, enhancing our capacity to support the community we represent. Suzanne's Arizona roots and commitment to clients' goals reflect our values of local engagement and empowerment, enriching our collective efforts to advocate for and uplift the Latino community through comprehensive legal support and community service.



https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddysaavedra/



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David Zamora

At-Large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Elizabeth Gonzalez

At-large Member


Elizabeth “Liz” Gonzalez, Esq., a Partner at AJ Law, serves as an at-large board member. Her expertise as a trial attorney, with extensive experience in serious injury law, enriches Los Abogados’ commitment to justice. Liz's strategic case preparation and client counseling skills, honed through numerous jury and bench trials, provide invaluable insights into effective advocacy strategies. Her background as a public defender and in private practice underscores a deep dedication to defending those facing significant challenges, aligning with our mission to advocate for and support the Latino community.



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Jonathan Chavez

At-large Member


As an at-large board member, this driven commercial real estate attorney brings a rich background in business transactions, particularly in commercial real estate, from acquisitions to development. Their diverse experience spans government, in-house counsel, and law firms, enhancing their contribution to Los Abogados. Active in NAIOP and the Hispanic Bar Association, their community involvement and commitment to staying active through hiking, swimming, or exploring new activities underscore a dynamic approach to both their professional and personal life, aligning with our goals to engage and support the Latino community effectively.



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Hector Arevalo

At-large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Sal Macias

At-large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Daniel Salgado

At-large Member


As an at-large board member and associate at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie, Daniel Salgado enriches our nonprofit with his deep intellectual property expertise. With experience in patent drafting, IP litigation, and providing clearance opinions, Daniel's role in supporting and advancing our mission is invaluable. His diverse background, including judicial externships and education through Teach for America, exemplifies our commitment to leveraging diverse perspectives for the betterment of the communities we serve.






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Annelise Dominguez

At-large Member


Annelise, serving on the Board of Directors for the Arizona Hispanic Bar Association, Los Abogados, since 2022, brings extensive legal experience in civil litigation and insurance defense to her role. Her background includes working in various legal capacities, from judicial externships to internships in transactional and litigative matters, enhancing her contribution to our nonprofit. Annelise's dedication to community service and her diverse interests, from watching college football to confectionery art, enrich her engagement with Los Abogados and our broader mission.


https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddysaavedra/



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Javier Torres

At-large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Whitney Larson

At-large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Petra Fimbres

At-large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Krizia Verplancke

At-large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Sofia Urias

At-large Member


Bio coming soon.



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Emma Galligan

At-large Member


Emma Galligan, a Juris Doctor candidate at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, brings her vibrant educational background and extensive legal internship experience to her role as a non-voting board member. With a Summa Cum Laude degree in Political Science and Justice Studies from ASU, internships spanning from U.S. Congress to local legislative bodies, and leadership in student law associations, Emma serves as a crucial link to ASU students, representing their voice on the board.


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The mission of Los Abogados is to develop, empower, and support the Latino community through the advancement of the legal profession.