Fabiola Flores
About Fabiola Flores
Fabiola Flores is a Staff Attorney at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, where she has worked since 2014. She focuses on social justice, employment law, and advocates for injured workers' rights in Texas.
Work at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid
Fabiola Flores has been a Staff Attorney at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid since 2014, working in Austin. In this role, she focuses on employment law and employment discrimination, handling a variety of cases. She assists clients in asserting their rights to defer property tax collection for their homestead residences. Prior to her current position, she worked at the same organization from 2006 to 2014 as a Staff Attorney in the Laredo, Texas area.
Education and Expertise
Fabiola Flores earned her Doctor of Law (JD) degree from The University of Texas School of Law, completing her studies from 2003 to 2006. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies from The University of Texas at Austin, which she obtained from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background supports her expertise in legal advocacy and community engagement.
Background in Legislative Advocacy
Fabiola Flores served as Legislative Director at the Texas House of Representatives for seven months in 2008 to 2009. This role provided her with experience in legislative processes and policy development. Additionally, she has been involved in coalition building among diverse groups and faith institutions to promote social justice.
Community Engagement and Initiatives
Fabiola Flores has actively participated in community-focused initiatives through her service on environmental justice nonprofit boards. She helped establish and currently leads Texas Workers Advocates, which focuses on legislative advocacy and serves as a resource for lawmakers. Her work emphasizes the importance of community engagement in legal and social justice efforts.
Coaching and Mentorship
Fabiola Flores has coached high school mock trial teams, fostering legal skills and knowledge among young students. This mentorship role reflects her commitment to education and the development of future legal professionals.