Cristina S. Monterrey

Cristina S. Monterrey (“Crissy”) is the managing partner at Monterrey Law Firm PLLC. She focuses on immigration law, with special attention to deportation defense, family-based petitions, and humanitarian applications. She represents individuals and families facing complex immigration challenges and works to protect their rights under federal law. Through careful case preparation and strong advocacy, she helps clients remain in the United States, reunite with loved ones, and secure lawful immigration status. Her practice is built on clear communication and strategic legal guidance.

Mrs. Monterrey earned her B.A. in Political Science from Columbia University. She later received a full scholarship to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (“UALR”) Bowen School of Law, where she earned her J.D. with Honors. During law school, she served as President of the Hispanic Law Students Association and helped establish a scholarship fund to support Latino law students. She also served as an extern for the Arkansas Court of Appeals.

Mrs. Monterrey began her legal career at Mitchell Williams Selig Gates & Woodyard after graduating from law school. She later joined Monterrey Law Firm and became managing partner in 2010. Over the years, she has handled a wide range of immigration matters, including removal defense, family petitions, and humanitarian relief cases. She frequently teaches continuing legal education courses and speaks publicly on immigration law, helping other attorneys stay informed about changes in the field.

Cristina S. Monterrey is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Arkansas Bar Association. She is a former President of the Arkansas Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and has served in leadership roles within the legal community. Through her work, she continues to provide strong representation to individuals seeking stability, protection, and opportunity in the United States.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Monterrey Law Firm PLLC
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association
• Former President, Federal Bar Association, Arkansas Chapter

Licensed State

• Arkansas

Education

• University of Arkansas at Little Rock (“UALR”) Bowen School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) with Honors
• Columbia University
  BA in Political Science

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