2019-2020 Executive Board

Jeanetly Garcia

President

​Currently a 3L at STCLH, Jeanetly has a General Business and Spanish degree from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. As President she is committed to advancing HLSA's mission by empowering our organization to reach it's full potential


Fun Fact: "I love to dance and tell dad jokes!"

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Area of Interest: Immigration Law

Ruth Garbanzo
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Vice President

​Currently a 3L at STCLH, Ruth has an English B.A. from the University at Buffalo. As Vice President she is committed for HLSA to have an exceptional year through innovative events and socials where members can develop connections and mentorships within the Houston legal community. 

Fun Fact: "I love animals! I have a beagle named Ace. Also, I am an avid traveler."

Area of Interest: Immigration Law

Katy Meraz
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Treasurer 

​Currently a 2L at STCLH, Katy has an Economics B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin. As Treasurer she is committed to ensuring that the organization’s financial responsibilities are met so that HLSA may continue to provide for the professional and educational needs of our members. 
 
Fun Fact: I love tamales, especially the sweet ones with raisins. 

Area of Interest: Mass Torts Law

Jessica Razo
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Communications Ambassador


​Jessica is currently a 2L at STCLH and has a B.S in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University. As Communications Ambassador she is dedicated to create and maintain open communication of HLSA events and news through all social media outlets and our HLSA website. 
 
​Fun Fact: I once got lost hiking in the Sam Houston State Park and hiked a total of 12 miles because of it! 

Area of Interest: Family and Environmental Law

Wady Rahbani-Chavez

Pro Bono Ambassador

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Currently a 3L at STCLH, Wady has degrees on History, Spanish, and Latin American Studies from the University of Texas at Austin. As Pro-Bono Ambassador he is committed to have our members help people with low resources in order to create new and meaningful relationships.  
 
Fun Fact: “I am a huge soccer fan. My favorite team is Chelsea!”


​Area of Interest: Criminal and Immigration Law

Aimara Flores

South Texas Ambassador


​Hi! I’m currently a 3L at STCLH. I went to undergrad at Universum of Houston where I majored in political science. I am excited to be on the exec board again this year as South Texas Ambassador. In my position I plan to work with other organizations to create events and resources students at STCL can benefit from all the while developing meaningful connections in the legal community.
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Fun fact: I love to try out all different kinds of restaurants in Houston. So if anyone needs recommendations I’m your girl! 

Area of interest: Criminal Law

Antonio Olvera

2L Representative

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​Currently a 2L at STCLH, Antonio Olvera has a Political Science degree from Texas A&M University. As 2L Representative he is committed to advancing HLSA’S mission by promoting events and meetings to 2Ls and voicing their needs to the Board’s attention. 

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​Fun Fact: I like trying really spicy hot wings. 

Area of Interest: Immigration and Criminal Law

Daniela Munoz

Public & Alumni Ambassador 

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​Currently a 3L at STCLH, Daniela has a Political Science B.A. from the University of Houston. As the Public and Alumni Ambassador she will  engage in social events and reach out to previous members of HLSA to establish professional connections with the Houston legal community. 
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Fun Fact: I am going to be an attorney!

Area of Interest: Oil, Gas, and Energy Law



Stephanie Diaz
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Secretary 

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​Currently a 2L at STCLH, Stephanie has a Political Science B.A. and Business Minor from Texas A&M University. As secretary, she is committed to promoting the mission of HLSA by keeping its members and alumni well-informed of all meetings and events. 
 

​Fun Fact: "I love cats and doing my own nails!" 
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​Area of Interest: Immigration Law