About Jessica
Jessica is a recent graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles, where she not only excelled academically but also dedicated herself to various impactful roles and activities. She earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and another in Chicana/o studies, achieving the esteemed honor of being on the dean’s honors list and graduating magna cum laude due to her exceptional performance in her courses. Throughout her time at the university, Jessica was deeply committed to supporting Latinx students on campus and inspiring them to pursue higher education.
She served as both an academic peer counselor and an administrative assistant with MEChA Calmecac, the university’s holistic Latinx retention program. Her passion for empowering underrepresented students extended to her role as a communications director with the campus Latinx Pre-Law Association, where she worked tirelessly to demystify the field of law for students of color at UCLA.
In addition to her academic and leadership roles, Jessica demonstrated her versatility as a writer and communicator. She contributed to the Daily Bruin, UCLA’s school newspaper, as a national news and higher education reporter, covering a diverse range of topics such as U.S.-Mexico border conditions, transportation, labor rights, and Latino representation in politics and education. Her journalistic endeavors showcased her dedication to bringing light to critical issues.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Jessica enjoys a rich array of interests, including reading, baking, crocheting, and attending concerts. As the Legal Assistant for ROBLES BABAEE, APC, she aspires to serve the community by offering the highest level of assistance to both clients and the lawyers representing them.
With a long-term vision of becoming an immigration lawyer, Jessica is proactively preparing for her future career by networking and attending pre-law programs and events. She is also dedicated to studying rigorously for the LSAT, ensuring she is well-prepared for the next chapter in her educational and professional journey.