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OUR FIRM

Over 16 years of experience helping clients in Alabama

Our goal is to be the most respected immigration law firm in Alabama

We are experts in immigration law and have been helping clients in Alabama for over 16 years. Our team of experienced attorneys are dedicated to providing our clients with the best possible representation. We understand that immigration can be a complex and confusing process, and we are committed to making it as easy as possible for our clients.

Awarded the Certificate of Commendation from the US Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division for “outstanding performance and invaluable assistance.”

Our mission

Be the most respected immigration law firm in Alabama and be known for our integrity, compassion, and commitment to excellence.

Our vision

We want to be the go-to law firm for anyone who needs help with their immigration matter.
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We are committed to providing our clients with the best possible legal representation

We are honest, compassionate, and dedicated to excellence. We are the law firm that you can trust with your immigration matter.

Meet our Team

Jeremy Love

Managing Attorney
  • J.D. – Roger Williams University School of Law
  • B.A. – University of Tennessee

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An expert immigration lawyer in Alabama, Jeremy Love has represented clients across the state since 2009. He has always been passionate about assisting those in need and has worked with many nonprofit organizations such as Alabama Coalition for Immigrant Justice (ACIJ), Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama (HICA), the Latin American Association, and the Volunteer Lawyers Program. After leading the immigration program at HICA for two years, Jeremy formed the Love Law Firm in 2012. He represents clients in a broad spectrum of immigration cases including family petitions, waivers, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U Visas, DACA, Special Immigrant Juvenile, nonimmigrant visas, and naturalization.

Jeremy received his law degree from Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI, a degree in Spanish from the University of Tennessee and is a member of both the Alabama and Georgia state bars. He received a Certificate of Commendation from the US Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division for “outstanding performance and invaluable assistance.” Jeremy has been featured many times as a Top Attorney in Alabama and has been a speaker for the American Immigration Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, and the Birmingham Bar Association.

Jeremy enjoys traveling with his family and friends and attending sporting events, such as Birmingham Legion FC soccer matches.

Mariangelie Velazquez Pagan

Director of Operations
  • B.A. – University of Puerto Rico
  • Paralegal Certificate – Samford University

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    Mariangelie is originally from Puerto Rico and moved to Birmingham in 2012. She is a dedicated and highly experienced Immigration Paralegal with 10 years of experience in assisting clients with a wide range of immigration matters. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she serves as a vital liaison between clients and attorneys, ensuring clear communication and providing timely, professional service. She specializes in handling cases related to Family Petitions, Adjustment of Status, Naturalization, Permanent Residence Renewal, Removal of Conditions, Advance Parole, Parole in Place, and many other immigration-related services. She graduated, Cum Laude, from the University of Puerto Rico with a B.A. in Criminal Justice and earned her certificate from the American Bar Association (ABA)-accredited Paralegal Program at Samford University, where she was recognized on the Dean’s List for her academic excellence.

    Outside of her professional life, she enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with her family and friends.

    Kimberly Gubert

    Senior Associate Attorney
    • J.D. – Louisiana State University
    • B.A. – University of Alabama

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    Kimberly is dedicated to practicing all aspects of immigration law, with her caseload focusing primarily on Humanitarian immigration relief, Family-based immigration, and removal proceedings. As a Second Generation American, her familial ties to El Salvador give her a unique understanding of the Hispanic culture and is the fuel to her passion in helping immigrants achieve their goals within the United States. She handles cases related to Family Petitions, Fiancée Visas, Asylum, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U-Visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile, Deferred Action (DACA) and removal proceedings. By practicing law solely in the area of immigration, she has built her knowledge of the immigration legal framework over the last several years to competently know all the ins and outs of the U.S. immigration system.

    Kimberly Gubert works in the Huntsville location. She grew up in Huntsville, Alabama and after receiving her Undergraduate Degree at the University of Alabama, she attended the Paul M. Hebert Law Center from Louisiana State University. In 2018, she graduated with both her Juris Doctor (J.D.) and a Graduate Diploma in Comparative Law (D.C.L.).  She works closely with Pro-Bono Organizations dedicated to helping the immigrant community, such as Huntsville Helping Hands and AshaKiran, LLC, and is committed to bettering the lives of the immigrant communities around her. She is licensed to practice law in Alabama and in Louisiana. She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and is registered to practice before EOIR (Executive Office of Immigration Review).

    Emily Madison Lovely

    Immigration Attorney
    • J.D. – Thomas Goode Jones School of Law
    • B.S. – University of Alabama

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    Emily is a Tuscaloosa native whose passion for serving and empowering immigrant communities began early in life. Growing up, she spent many of her summer breaks in Honduras and Ecuador alongside her father, Dr. Lovely, helping provide free medical care to individuals in remote and underserved regions. Those experiences shaped her lifelong commitment to advocacy, compassion, and service.

    Emily graduated from the University of Alabama with a double major in Spanish and International Studies. During her undergraduate studies, she taught English as a Second Language at Shelton State Community College and later served as a Spanish instructor at a local high school. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor from the Thomas Goode Jones School of Law.

    Emily began her legal career at the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, where she worked to secure justice for victims of crime and gained invaluable courtroom and litigation experience. She joined Love Immigration Law Firm in 2024 and quickly became known for her client-centered approach, fierce advocacy, and unwavering dedication to immigrant families navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

    Emily represents individuals and families in a wide range of immigration matters, with a particular focus on humanitarian relief and removal defense. She is deeply committed to protecting vulnerable members of the immigrant community, including children seeking safety and stability through the Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) process and survivors of crimes pursuing protection through U Visas. She also represents individuals in removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), advocating aggressively for clients facing detention and deportation. Whether fighting for a client’s release from detention, or defending a family’s right to remain together in the United States, Emily approaches every case with both compassion and tenacity.

    Clients value Emily not only for her legal knowledge and courtroom advocacy, but also for the care and empathy she brings to every interaction. She understands that immigration cases often involve fear, uncertainty, and deeply personal circumstances, and she works tirelessly to ensure her clients feel heard, supported, and protected throughout the legal process. While she is known for her kindness and accessibility to clients, she is equally respected for her strategic and relentless advocacy in court.

    In her free time, Emily enjoys spending time with her family, participating in community service initiatives, traveling, and attending live music events.

    Samantha Armstrong

    Immigration Attorney
    • J.D. – Roger Williams University School of Law
    • B.A. – Auburn University

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    Samantha has been practicing immigration law since 2020, focusing primarily on humanitarian forms of relief for victims of persecution and violent crimes, including removal defense, asylum, U visas, T visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Petitions, and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).  Samantha is an Alabama native but spent seven years in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts before returning to Alabama in 2022. Prior to joining the Love Law Firm, she worked as Supervising Attorney at Catholic Charities of Fall River in Fall River, MA, where she partnered with many community-based organizations and government entities to support the immigrant community. She also clerked for the Rhode Island Supreme Court after graduating from law school. Immigration law and processes are often complex, but Samantha enjoys helping clients achieve their individual immigration goals by ensuring they understand what is happening with their case and what options are available to them.

    Outside of work, Samantha enjoys playing outside with her kids and attending community events and festivals with her family.

    Luke Frazier

    Immigration Attorney
    • J.D. – University of Maryland School of Law
    • B.A. – University of Virginia

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    Luke has been representing clients before immigration courts and USCIS since 2015. His primary focus areas are asylum, T Visas (a type of humanitarian immigration benefit for victims of human trafficking), and cancellation of removal for certain non-permanent residents. His other major focus areas include understanding and mitigating the immigration consequences of criminal allegations, appeals of denials of immigration benefits, and federal litigation regarding immigration benefits. Luke is passionate about his work because it allows him to use the law to help improve the lives of people who have faced great adversity while learning about the world through the eyes of his clients and country conditions experts. He seeks to understand what makes a case compelling on both an intellectual and an emotional level, in order to be maximally persuasive. He seeks to earn the trust of his clients by striving to provide the type of representation that he would want for a loved one.

    Luke is an avid hiker and enjoys exploring Alabama State Parks with his partner and dogs.

    Jennifer Peña

    Immigration Attorney
    • J.D – Thurgood Marshall School of Law
    • B.S. – University of Texas at Austin

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    Jennifer was born and raised in McAllen, a city located at the southern tip of Texas, in the Rio Grande Valley. She received a Bachelor of Science from The University of Texas at Austin and a Juris Doctor with honors from Thurgood Marshall School of Law.

    It is her experience growing up in a border city that fueled her passion for immigration law. Her primary area of focus is family-based immigration, including – family petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, naturalization, advance parole, and many other immigration-related services. Jennifer values providing trustworthy and honest service while helping clients achieve their immigration desires. Her goal is to continue to be an agent, advocate, and resource for the immigrant community.

    In her free time, Jennifer enjoys working out, reading, and spending time with her friends and family.

    Vanessa Romero

    Immigration Attorney
    • J.D – Vermont Law School
    • B.A. – California State University

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    Vanessa Romero is an Immigration Attorney who advocates for individuals and families navigating complex immigration matters. She takes a client-focused, compassionate approach, providing clear guidance and meaningful results.

    A native of Los Angeles and daughter of Salvadoran parents, Vanessa grew up immersed in diverse immigrant communities. In this multicultural environment, she became fluent in Spanish, Korean, and American Sign Language. As a young advocate, she frequently translated for friends and family, shaping her dedication to being a reliable and trustworthy ally to immigrants.

    Vanessa earned her Juris Doctor and Master of Law & Policy from Vermont Law School and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from California State University, Northridge. As an undergraduate, she mentored students in biology, chemistry, pre-calculus, and geometry through Upward Bound and helped immigrant families access college resources and navigate the admissions process in Spanish.

    Her practice focuses on U Visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and removal defense. She advocates for crime victims, children seeking protection and stability, and individuals facing removal proceedings. Serving the immigrant community is central to her identity, and she is committed to making a meaningful impact through her work.

    Vanessa also volunteers with the South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program, assisting in guardian ad litem for non-English-speaking clients. She was recognized as Volunteer Lawyer of the Year in 2025.

    Outside of law, she enjoys walking in parks, practicing kickboxing, watching Spanish and Korean films, and watercolor painting.

    Julie Hand Pressley

    Family-Based Immigration Coordinator & Paralegal
    • B.S. – University of Alabama

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    Julie works directly with clients in the preparation of cases and provides a range of services for the firm.

    Julie graduated from the University of Alabama with a double degree in Business and Spanish. She became interested in immigration after her time volunteering with immigrants in ESL classes during college. Prior to joining our team, Julie spent a year teaching English to high school students in Madrid, Spain. Her love for other cultures makes her passionate about helping those who have immigrated to the United States. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, live music, and spending time with friends and family.

    Andrea Garcia

    Paralegal
    • B.A. – University of the Incarnate Word

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    Andrea graduated cum Laude from the University of the Incarnate Word in Texas and Mexico City and obtained her B.A in Psychology. She is passionate about helping others, especially when it comes to creating and cultivating intercultural experiences. This passion motivated her to obtain her certificates in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL), Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Medical Interpreting

    Andrea is the first face you will see at our Huntsville office, and she is always eager to help. She also breaks language barriers present by interpreting for Spanish-Speaking clients and assists the attorneys of the firm. .

    In her spare time, she enjoys going to the gym, watching movies with her husband, and walking their dog, Gabby.

    Ana Grande

    Paralegal
    • A.S. – Snead State Community College

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    Ana graduated from Snead State Community College with an associate’s degree in education. She is a dedicated and passionate individual who thrives on being actively involved in her community. With a strong commitment to making a positive impact, she consistently seeks out opportunities to contribute her time and skills to various local initiatives. Whether it’s volunteering at local events, participating in community engagement activities, or supporting neighborhood organizations, Ana’s enthusiasm for community engagement is evident in all she does.

    Ana is the first face you will see at our Huntsville office, and she is always eager to help. She also breaks language barriers present by interpreting for Spanish-Speaking clients and assists the attorneys of the firm.

    In her free time, Ana enjoys exploring different cultures and cuisines, reading, and meditating outdoors.

    Johana Rodriguez

    Paralegal

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    Johana Rodriguez is an immigration paralegal originally from Florida who now calls Alabama home. She assists clients with asylum cases, removal defense, work permits (I-765), cancellation of removal, and court preparation, ensuring every case is presented with strength and precision. Johana recognizes that immigration law goes beyond forms and legal processes—it has the power to transform lives.

    Outside of work, Johana enjoys writing poetry and spending time with her family.

    Jaelyn Aguilar

    Paralegal
    • A.S. – Indian River State College

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    Originally from Fort Pierce, Florida, Jaelyn graduated from Indian River State College with an associate’s degree in criminal justice and is currently pursuing her bachelor’s in Criminology with a minor in Sociology at Florida State University. Her interest in immigration law was sparked while working as a legal assistant at an immigration firm during high school. As a first-generation Mexican American who has experienced her parents’ own immigration journeys, Jaelyn is passionate about helping others navigate their immigration processes, with experience in family, humanitarian, and removal cases. She is eager to make a positive impact on those around her.

    Having recently moved to Huntsville in August 2024, Jaelyn enjoys exploring new places and cuisines in her free time, as well as spending time with her family, friends and her two cats and dogs.

    Ariahtna Martinez

    Paralegal
    • B.S. in Biological Pharmaceutical Chemistry – UAEMex (Mexico)

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    Ariahtna earned her B.S. in Biological Pharmaceutical Chemistry from UAEMex in Mexico and brings a diverse international background to the team. As a dedicated bilingual professional, she is passionate about helping clients navigate the immigration process with compassion and care.

    She assists clients with family-based immigration petitions, FOIA requests with various government agencies, and other legal and administrative matters throughout their cases. Her experience in both scientific and customer service environments has strengthened her attention to detail, communication skills, cultural awareness, and ability to support clients from a wide range of backgrounds.

    Born in Alabama and raised in Mexico, Ariahtna developed a deep appreciation for different cultures and perspectives, which continues to inspire her commitment to serving the immigrant community.

    Outside of work, she enjoys watching movies, attending concerts, traveling, exploring new food spots, and spending quality time with family and friends.

    Daisy Ortega

    Legal Assistant

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    Born in California and raised in Alabama, Daisy is a proud first-generation Mexican-American with a heartfelt passion for helping others. As a Legal Assistant at Love Immigration Law Firm, she brings compassion, dedication, and a strong sense of purpose to her work every day.

    Before joining the firm, Daisy spent over six years in the medical field, where she developed a deep appreciation for service, empathy, and attention to detail—qualities she now carries into her role supporting clients through their immigration journeys. She finds great fulfillment in being part of a team that helps individuals and families build new opportunities and brighter futures. Daisy has always had a passion for helping in the Hispanic community.

    Outside of work, Daisy enjoys spending time with her husband and their four dogs, relaxing with a good movie, and making meaningful memories with loved ones.

    Emily Salazar

    Executive Assistant
    • B.S – University of Alabama

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    Emily graduated from University of Alabama with a B.S. in Psychology. She is committed to ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities while effectively managing administrative tasks, coordinating internal communications, and overseeing reports. With a strong passion for immigration advocacy, Emily has firsthand experience understanding the challenges and concerns faced by the immigrant community. This personal connection fuels her dedication to promoting the positive contributions immigrants make to society and creating a welcoming space for those seeking support.

    Outside of work, she enjoys learning new languages, shopping, gaming, and reading. Her favorite book is “The Courage to be Disliked” by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga.

    Mayra Martinez

    Client Services and Digital Coordinator
    • B.S. – University of West Georgia

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    Mayra graduated from the University of West Georgia with a concentration in Mass Communications and a minor in marketing. She has always been passionate about immigrant rights and hopes to continue to help the immigrant community. Mayra leads client engagement efforts by managing the firm’s social media, outreach, and digital presence to strengthen community connections. She oversees and optimizes case management software, suggesting improvements and exploring other tech tools to enhance efficiency.

    In her free time, Mayra enjoys exploring new places, attending concerts, practicing photography, playing guitar, traveling, and enjoying quality time with friends and family.