05/29/2025
Huge thank you to our amazing intern, Isabelle. She interned with us for two semesters, and when she asked to come back for a second round, I was so happy, because interns like Isabelle are rare. She’s caring, detail-oriented, and always ready to jump in and help with anything we needed.
It’s been such a pleasure having her on the team. Can’t wait to see you conquer the legal field, Isabelle. You’ve got everything it takes. Below is what she has to say about her experience:
"Starting at Boston University in January 2024, I never imagined I would fall so deeply in love with my political science major and the field of law. When Giselle came to speak at our Women in Law organization, I was immediately inspired by her. From that moment, I knew I wanted to learn from someone like her—a woman who is deeply dedicated to her work and to each of her clients.
When I was accepted as an intern, I was overwhelmed with joy. Not only was I given the incredible opportunity to work with a lawyer and her firm, but I was also excited to contribute to a growing, women-led firm and to learn from Giselle, whose knowledge and expertise I valued immensely. I was also nervous at first, unsure if I was truly prepared to work in a law firm, especially since I didn’t know what to expect. This being my first legal internship, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Giselle guided me through my assignments, taught me the ins and outs of immigration law, and shared the realities of the legal field—what truly happens during a case, in client meetings, and within a law firm.
I wasn’t familiar with the documents, the procedures, or the challenges. But Giselle was always there to guide me. However, the most important lesson was realizing that no two immigration cases are the same. While cases might fall under the same category, the details, the people, and the unique circumstances always vary. This variability is what makes immigration law so complex.
I have two favorite memories from my time at GMR. The first was when Giselle and I went to the immigration courts with a client from Vietnam. He was on his way to gaining U.S. citizenship, and my role was to help him prepare for his civics exam. Although my part in his journey was small, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude when he emerged from his meeting as a U.S. citizen.
My second favorite memory was giving a civics exam in Spanish to a client. As a Spanish minor, working with Giselle allowed me to use my language skills in a legal setting. Despite making a few grammar mistakes and feeling nervous at times, the meeting went smoothly, and I walked away feeling much more confident in my Spanish-speaking abilities.
As I mentioned before, Giselle was the perfect mentor for me. She believes in her interns, which gave me the confidence to succeed in the office. Going into meetings—sometimes in Spanish—she ensured I had all the tools and resources I needed to succeed. She trusted me with assignments and client meetings, which helped me build self-confidence and believe in my ability to get things done.
After completing my time at GMR, I will continue my undergraduate education as a junior this fall. This summer, I will be preparing for the LSATs and completing two internships: one as a Political Affairs Intern at a non-profit organization, and another as a legal intern at a criminal justice law firm in New Jersey. Looking ahead, I plan to take the LSAT next summer and apply to law school in the fall of 2026, with hopes of attending a law school in New York City after graduating from BU."
I know we will meet again very soon!!
