Valentina Grizales

Valentina Grizales

I am a first generation law student at St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law. Ever since I was a little girl, I always dreamed of becoming a lawyer. My parents are both from Colombia and moved to the United States in their 20s. They always raised my siblings and I to love our culture, and most of my family still lives in Colombia. I am the oldest of three siblings – I have a younger brother and a younger sister, and I have two little dogs named Coco and Lala. My passions include the law, true crime documentaries, mock trial, working with kids, pickle-ball, reality tv, and much more!

Areas of Interest

Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Juvenile Law
Constitutional Law
Immigration Law

Education

Bachelors Degree in Political Science at Florida International University

Relevant Experiences

I am currently a Certified-Legal Intern. I am also a registered Guardian ad-litem for the State of Florida. I have interned for the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office, and I am currently working as a Law Clerk for Houson Lafrance Esq. at Fischer Redavid PLLC

Languages

Fluent in English and Spanish