Ally was born and raised in New York, before heading to Philadelphia and graduating from Villanova University. She eventually left the East Coast for San Diego, where she earned her law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law with a concentration in criminal litigation.

Ally got her first taste of criminal law at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office in college, before pivoting to criminal defense in law school and never looking back. Having seen cases prepared and tried from both sides of the courtroom, Ally knows how to evaluate her cases from all angles and strategize relentlessly to ensure the best results for her clients.

Ally has practiced criminal defense on both the state and federal level. Having handled various types of cases in every stage of the defense process, she understands the care and attention that every person accused of a crime needs and deserves. Ally is proud to have the opportunity to defend people in their darkest hour, and does not take her responsibility as a defense attorney lightly. She knows that at the end of the day, the most gratifying part of her job is being able to help her clients navigate our complicated legal system.

Since 2021, Ally has also served as an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Law at the University of San Diego’s School of Law Paralegal Program.

Agustin Peña, raised in the City Heights community, earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from San Diego State University in 2009, and law degree from California Western School of Law in 2012. Agustin is currently a San Diego County Deputy District Attorney assigned to the Major Narcotics Division where he works with state, local, and federal agencies in prosecuting offenses involving the manufacturing, transportation, and importation of narcotics. Prior to his assignment with Major Narcotics, Agustin prosecuted domestic violence and elder abuse cases in the Family Protection Division. Throughout his career, Agustin has prosecuted a variety of sensitive cases including homicides, carjackings, sexual assault, and other crimes of violence. In 2021, he was the only government attorney awarded the San Diego Business Journal’s “Leaders in Law” award, and in 2022 California Western School of Law’s “Adjunct Professor of the Year” for the L.L.M. program. Since 2014, Agustin has frequently trained law students, attorneys, judges, and law enforcement personnel from Latin America on successful investigative and prosecution techniques, as well as the rules of evidence and effective presentation of evidence in court proceedings. He continues to serve his community as the current President of the San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association, and is also an adjunct professor for University of San Diego School of Law, and Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

Gilberto was born and raised in Miami. He attended Florida International University for undergraduate studies as well as the College of Law. He enjoys running and has completed multiple marathons. As a son of immigrant parents, he feels the strong connection to the South Florida community and is always available to lend a helping hand and guidance, no matter how big or small your case is.