Episode 17

The Unseen Struggles: My Personal Journey Through the U.S. Immigration System

Hi everyone, Sandra Munoz here, and welcome to the first episode of Season 3 of "Law Order meets some tacos." In this episode, I'm stepping into the spotlight to share a very personal story—my marriage to Luis Ernesto Asencio Cordero and our intense legal battle with the U.S. immigration system. Some of you might already know parts of our story from the media or legal rulings, but today, I want to give you a deeper, more personal perspective.

Joining me is my dear friend and respected attorney, Judy Perez. Judy has been by my side from day one, even attending our wedding. Together, we'll discuss our journey from the initial green card application to the unexpected and grueling challenges we faced, including a nerve-wracking interview at the American Consulate in El Salvador and the devastating denial that followed.

This episode is about more than just our legal struggles; it's about the emotional toll and the resilience required to navigate such an unforgiving system. I hope our conversation sheds light on the complexities of immigration in America and offers support to others in similar situations. Thank you for listening and joining me on this personal journey. I hope it brings awareness and understanding to an issue that affects so many. Enjoy the episode.

Get full show notes and more information at: https://law-and-order-me-some-tacos.captivate.fm/episode/the-unseen-struggles-my-personal-journey-through-the-u-s-immigration-system

Law & Order Me Some Tacos is a podcast for anyone interested in the ins and outs of the legal system. Hosted by Sandra Muñoz, an employment attorney with over 20 years of experience on countless cases involving employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. On the show, Sandra takes you behind the scenes on some of her most interesting cases.

And hey, it's not all legal talk here. Sandra grew up in East LA, and she loves her neighborhood and her community. On this podcast, you’ll also get a flavor for her life as a Latina Lawyer, her culture, and, best of all, her taco recommendations.

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Now, if you enjoy today's podcast and you're thinking, "Hey, I think I need to speak to a lawyer." You should get in touch with me. You can do that by going to scmlawoffices.com and sending me a message there.

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Thanks for tuning in, and we'll see you on the next episode.


About the Podcast

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Sandra Muñoz

For over 20 years, Sandra has worked on countless cases involving employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Sandra grew up in East Los Angeles where her offices are currently located. She is also a proud graduate of Garfield High School and a former student of renowned math teacher Jaime Escalante. At her own law firm, Sandra continues to pursue her lifelong commitment to representing workers and protecting the civil rights of everyone. She also continues to be actively involved in the community. Currently, Sandra is the Membership Director for the Mexican-American Bar Association and also the HNBA Southern California Regional President. Sandra is also a member of the Education Committee for the California Employment Lawyers Association (CELA).