Green International Law

About

Debora Green, lawyer and entrepreneur, native of the city of Tijuana, Mexico, and expert in the area of international law. Her social commitment is to support the rights of migrants and their families, as well as to provide quality and trustworthy service.

Debora Green possesses extensive knowledge of the vibrant San Ysidro, CA, and Tijuana, MX, borders, alongside an impressive educational background, holding two bachelor’s degrees in law specializing in commercial and business law, as well as a master’s degree in international law from prestigious Mexican universities celebrated for their excellence. Her legal studies in the United States have further enriched her perspective on diverse legal systems. With a remarkable collection of over twenty-five certificates in areas like immigration law, technology (IT), and human rights, Debora exemplifies her commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth. With over 10 years of experience, she has joyfully provided invaluable international legal services in the San Diego-Tijuana area, garnering recognition for her dedication to clients and her ability to effectively navigate complex legal issues across borders. Her impactful work has significantly contributed to the community, promoting a deeper understanding of immigration, legal rights, and access to justice for individuals in both regions.

Professional Experience & Advocacy:

  • Early Career & Advocacy in Mexico:
    • Regional representative for the Mexican Front for Human Rights in the late 1980s
    • University professor at private universities in Tijuana during the 1990s, teaching Customs Law, International Law, and International Affairs
    • Federal Congressional candidate for the Partido de Baja California (PBC) in the early 2000s
    • Contributed articles on Human Rights to radio and the Sol de Tijuana newspaper
  • Work in the United States:
    • Began supporting Mexican migrants in the U.S. in 2002
    • Participated in binational health projects between San Diego, CA, and Tijuana BC
    • Collaborated with non-profit organizations, including Pacto Latino, assisting Mexican families with health and housing service needs
    • Served as a translator for Barack Obama’s presidential campaign in Las Vegas, Nevada (2008)
    • Joined the California Employment Development Department (EDD) in 2009
    • Two years later, joined as a civil servant in the Federal Goverment in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the investigations division and held a security clearance
    • Received training in Arlington, Virginia, and Washington D.C., in areas such as intelligence, immigration law, and criminal law
    • Collaborated on various federal projects for agencies including U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Department of Justice (DOJ)
    • Participated in a local San Diego hearing for equal pay for women and men in 2020
    • Interviewed on local San Diego channels advocating for Mexican women and promoting workplace equality in the cybernetics field and has received prizes and recognitions.

Current Engagements & Passion:

Debora’s passion is to work, support, and inform Mexican and Latin American migrants about their rights and obligations within the United States of America and provide excellent service.