Andrea Moreno, Esq.
Position: Co-Founder
In addition to being a co-founder of Latinicida, Andrea Moreno is an attorney admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania. Andrea attended Vermont Law School where her primary focus was in corporate law. She earned her Juris Doctor in 2019.
Currently, Andrea serves as a Captain in the U.S. Army JAG Corps where she practices Administrative and Fiscal Law. She also serves as a Special Assistant United States Attorney. Originally born in Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico, Andrea moved to Delaware at a young age. She attended Norwich University, the oldest private military institution in the United States, and received her bachelor’s in International Studies and French. Coincidentally, aside from receiving a notable education, she also met her best friend, Katarina Wabrek.
Andrea enjoys dancing, hiking, the world's vast cultures, trying new restaurants, and reading non-fictional novels.
Get to Know Andrea
How would you describe yourself?
I would describe myself as an intelligent, independent, and loving woman. I am a product of kindness and humanity; a woman who lives true to her core. My life experiences have molded me into a leader, protector, and nurturer.
Who is another woman who has inspired you in your life? Why does she inspire you? What are some of her compelling qualities?
My mother. She fled her hometown as a single mother without knowing the language or country. My mother got us to where we are today. She worked tirelessly without ever complaining, and when conditions worsened, she never got discouraged but instead would work harder.
If you could have 1 hour of uninterrupted time with her, what would you do? What would you talk about? Where would you go?
I would go back to Mexico with her. She’s the most at ease when she’s back home. I would just enjoy my time with her at my grandparent’s house.
There are many young Latinas in hopes of starting to pursue their dreams and goals. What advice would you give her?
Believe in yourself, don't be afraid to ask for help, keep an open mind, accept change, learn to adapt, and stay determined.
What quote or phrase has stayed with you?
“A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal.” -Maraboli