OUR TEAM

Silvina Tondini brings over 20 years of expertise in International Business and Immigration Law. She has managed complex immigration matters for both large multinational and mid-sized companies expanding overseas. As a leader in cross-border business regulation, Tondini supports clients globally in achieving their business goals. An Argentina native, she holds law degrees from the Universidad de Mendoza and North Carolina Central University. Before founding Tondini Law in 2014, she practiced corporate law in Argentina and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian. She lectures internationally on immigration law and actively volunteers with organizations like the North County Immigration Task Force and Alliance San Diego.

Sandy Fortuno is an experienced bi-lingual immigration paralegal with over 25 years of experience in NIV/IV employment and family petitions. She also has experience in asylum cases, parole applications, VAWA, SIJ, U visa and consular processing cases to overcome INA § 214(b) and § 221(g) visa refusals. Sandy analyzes case documents and prepares immigration applications for submission to USCIS such as EB2/NIW, TN, L-1B, EB1, etc. relying on her excellent writing, research and problem-solving skills. She also assists with Labor Certification (PERM) applications. Sandy is dedicated to helping the immigrant community coming from a family of immigrants herself.

Joe is an experienced paralegal specializing in business immigration at Tondini Law. With a career in business immigration since 2016, Joe has extensive experience handling NIW and EB-1A immigrant visa cases, as well as nonimmigrant categories like L-1, O-1, and H-1B visas. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse and a Master of Arts in the Humanities from the University of Chicago. Joe’s expertise helps guide clients through complex immigration processes with efficiency and care.

Andrea is a legal assistant at Tondini Law, specializing in humanitarian and family-based immigration cases. Originally from Barranquilla, Colombia, she holds a law degree from Universidad del Norte and brings valuable experience from her previous work in the public sector, including roles at the Colombian Ministry of Education and the Superintendence of Surveillance and Private Security. Over the past two years, Andrea has dedicated herself to immigration law, offering compassionate, thorough support to help clients navigate the complexities of the immigration process and achieve their goals.

Cecilia is a dedicated Legal Assistant at Tondini Law, specializing in providing valuable support to attorneys, paralegals, and corporate clients throughout the visa application process. She collaborates closely with USCIS and foreign consulates to ensure efficient and smooth visa processing. In addition to her work on business visa applications, Cecilia assists with family-based and naturalization applications, as well as humanitarian parole cases, offering comprehensive legal support at every stage of the process.

Sara is the Firm Administrator at Tondini Law. Being an immigrant herself, she brings both empathy and an expert skill set to her role. Her commitment to operational excellence enables her to support the firm’s mission of providing exceptional service to clients navigating their own immigration journeys.

Betzy Aguilar is the Administrative Assistant at Tondini Law. In her essential role, she supports the team in every possible way, organizes paperwork, and maintains communication with clients. Her primary goal each day is to provide effective administrative support to the team. Betzy is excited to be part of the firm and is committed to growing with Tondini Law while continuing to learn and evolve in her position.

Luis Ramirez is the Intake Coordinator at Tondini Law, specializing in legal services and client relations. He ensures that every new client receives professional service from their initial inquiry through the beginning of legal representation. Luis manages the intake process, gathers case details and coordinates consultations with attorneys. As the first point of contact for potential clients, he ensures a smooth, positive experience while maintaining efficiency. His blend of technical skills, emotional intelligence, and commitment to client service plays a crucial role in the firm’s success and client satisfaction.

Lucca Deocariza serves as the Business and Technology Integration Manager at Tondini Law APC, where he oversees the firm’s investment portfolio and drives strategic alignment between business operations and technological advancements. As a student-athlete at the University of San Diego, majoring in finance and real estate, Lucca brings a strong foundation in financial analysis and investment management to his role. He leverages his expertise to implement innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support the firm’s long-term growth objectives.

Allen Garcia is the Webmaster & Marketing Operations Manager at Tondini Law, helping the firm connect with clients in need of immigration law services. With over 11 years of experience in sales, customer service, social media strategy, PPC, and branding, Allen develops creative marketing strategies that enhance Tondini Law’s online presence. His focus is on improving the firm’s sales funnel and crafting actionable plans to drive organic growth, blending creative strategy with data-driven analysis to ensure the firm’s success in reaching clients effectively.

John is the IT Support Specialist at Tondini Law Firm. He ensures the smooth operation of the firm’s technology infrastructure by managing hardware, software, and network systems, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining data security. He provides technical support to staff, oversee system updates, ensure compliance with security standards, and assist with legal technology tools to enhance efficiency and protect sensitive client information.