Born in Mexico City, Garnes’ story embodies perseverance and determination. Immigrating to the United Sates when she was a child, the only word she knew in English was “Thank you.” “Where I come from, becoming an attorney was like the concept of superheroes. They help those who cannot help themselves. Becoming one did not exist in my world.” Garnes was the first in her family to finish high school as a first-generation American.
