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Catalina Cruz
Current Occupation
Lawyer
Previous Occupation
Lawyer
Chief of Staff
Education
CUNY John Jay
CUNY Law School
Organizational Affiliation
President, Latino Lawyers Association of Queens County
Candidate Statement
Catalina Cruz is the first DREAMer to run for office in the state of New York. She was born in Colombia, came to Queens at the age of nine, and lived here for ten years without documentation. Although her mother had an advanced degree in health care, she had to work menial jobs to make ends meet. Inspired by her mother’s perseverance, Catalina has committed her career to fight for our community – to ensure our workers, neighbors, and families can not only survive, but thrive. Catalina Cruz is an experienced attorney and a leader for tenant protections, immigration reform, and workers rights. She most recently served as the Chief of Staff to the New York City Council Finance Chair. Catalina has worked to help pass key legislation protecting workers, women, and small business owners. Catalina began her career as a housing attorney fighting to help keep low income tenants and seniors in their homes. She currently serves as the president of the Latino Lawyers Association of Queens County.
