Karina Jimenez

Karina Jimenez is a passionate immigration attorney who focuses her practice on deportation defense and complex immigration litigation. With a deep understanding of the immigrant experience, she is committed to advocating for clients facing removal proceedings and other immigration challenges both in the U.S. and abroad.

Karina earned her Juris Doctor from Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University, graduating summa cum laude and in the top 5% of her class. During law school, she served as an editor for the Thurgood Marshall Law Review, a role that sharpened her legal writing and analytical skills and prepared her for high-stakes courtroom advocacy.

Karina brings a strong sense of purpose and dedication to her immigration practice, advocating for the rights of individuals and families navigating complex legal challenges. She regularly represents clients before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals, and also handles matters involving U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. Consulates abroad, and the Office of Administrative Appeals.

Karina approaches each case with diligence and determination, striving for the best possible outcome for her clients. Her practice includes asylum claims, removal defense, and complex immigration matters involving intersections with criminal law.

Karina Jimenez is known for her meticulous preparation and her ability to craft compelling legal arguments rooted in both law and lived experience. Fluent in English and Spanish, she provides clear communication and compassionate support to those navigating the immigration system. Her commitment to justice and strong advocacy continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of immigrant families across the Houston area.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Naimeh Salem & Associates PLLC
• Member, State Bar of Texas

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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