Karina Buruca

Karina Buruca is a Senior Trial Paralegal at Federal Defenders of New York Inc., with previous experience as a Paralegal at Harvard Law School, where involvement included the Harvard Representation Initiative focused on immigration concerns. Buruca worked as a Paralegal at Federal Defenders from June 2018 to June 2021, managing a caseload of 40+ federal felony matters and supporting various trials and hearings. Prior roles include leadership positions at Philips Brooks House Association, overseeing summer programs and after-school initiatives, and serving as a Student Intern at Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Buruca's educational background includes a Master's in Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor's in Human Services from Lesley University.