Deanna Salazar

Deanna Salazar is an experienced professional in immigration law and social advocacy, currently serving as a Removal Defense Paralegal at Catholic Charities of the East Bay since May 2018. In this role, Deanna assists in developing a successful Removal Defense Program that supports immigrants through comprehensive client screenings, case management, and trial preparation. Prior experience includes serving as the Know Your Rights and Outreach Coordinator, where Deanna coordinated community presentations and workshops, and as Office Manager at Coghlan Law Office, where responsibilities involved managing legal services for immigrants. Deanna's earlier roles include Bilingual Family Advocate at La Casa de las Madres, and various positions in administration and human resources. Deanna holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from San Francisco State University.