A team built to support you
TEAM
Matthew Gonnella
Attorney
Matthew Gonnella, the founder of Gonnella Law, is passionate about providing compassionate, accessible, and responsive legal services to immigrants facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. A proud son of a single mother of four from Syracuse, New York, Attorney Gonnella focuses his practice on defending the rights of immigrants and refugees in removal proceedings, as well as advocating for individuals seeking asylum, special immigrant juvenile status (SIJS), U-visas (for victims of crime), and T-visas (for victims of human trafficking).
His practice also includes family-based immigration matters, including marriage petitions, naturalization applications, and hardship waivers.
Attorney Gonnella graduated from Saint Anselm College in 2015 with a dual Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Spanish and a minor in French. He was a four-year member of the varsity cross country team, instilling the discipline and perseverance that continue to drive his legal career today. He went on to earn his law degree from Suffolk University Law School in 2018 and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar the same year.
Before founding Gonnella Law, Attorney Gonnella managed the immigration practice at a prominent Massachusetts law firm, where he led a team in handling a high volume of complex immigration cases. While grateful for the experience and the trust placed in him, Gonnella was motivated to build a law firm grounded in his personal values: empathy, integrity, and true client-centered service. He envisioned a firm that prioritizes direct communication, individualized attention, and affordable legal support—where every client feels seen, heard, and vigorously defended.
Attorney Gonnella has a demonstrated track record of success, having secured legal status and protection in the United States for hundreds of individuals and families. He is proud to represent courageous clients from all over the world, including individuals affected by nationally recognized immigration issues such as the Martha’s Vineyard migrant crisis. In recognition of his dedication, Attorney Gonnella was awarded the 2022 Boston Bar Association’s Pro Bono Award for his work on behalf of migrants impacted by that crisis.
At Gonnella Law, our mission is simple: to empower and guide immigrants through every stage of their legal journey with dignity and respect. Whether you are fighting deportation, applying for citizenship, or seeking protection from harm, Attorney Gonnella and his team are committed to standing by your side and advocating relentlessly on your behalf.
Matthew lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and when he’s not in the courtroom or meeting with clients, you can often find him training for his next marathon.
Saint Anselm College, 2015, B.A. Double Major International Relations & Spanish, French Minor
Suffolk University Law School, J.D., 2018
Licensed to Practice in Massachusetts
President’s Award, Boston Bar Association, 2022
Licensed to Practice in Massachusetts
Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association
English and Spanish
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Ana Farias
Legal Operations Coordinator
Ana Farias, Legal Operations Coordinator of Gonnella Law, is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for every client.
Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Ana believes that trust is built through honesty, empathy and clear communication. She works to ensure clients feel well assisted, respected, and informed throughout their journey.
Her priority is to provide high-quality client support and efficient case management, so people know they can rely on the team to be attentive and proactive in keeping them informed at every step of their immigration journey.
BArch, Architecture and Urban Design, Federal University of Pelotas (UFPEL), Brazil, 2019
MBA in Project Management, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Brazil, 2025
A dual citizen of Brazil and Uruguay, her own family moved between countries in moments of uncertainty to protect one another and live with dignity — that personal history shaped her commitment to ensuring others have the same opportunity and the assistance they need.
Portuguese, Spanish and English
Alejandra Moreno
At Gonnella Law, I help ensure that every client feels supported, understood, and never alone in their legal journey. As Legal Operations Coordinator, I help to build and manage the systems that keep our firm running smoothly, so our attorneys can focus on what matters most: advocating for our clients.
I assist during consultations as an interpreter, support client communication in both English and Spanish, and help guide individuals and families through intake and onboarding with clarity and compassion. With a background in business administration, legal consulting, and project management, I work behind the scenes to uphold our values of empathy, accessibility, and responsiveness.
I’m deeply committed to creating a welcoming, human-centered experience for those navigating the immigration process. Outside of work, I sing in a women’s choir, love to travel, and volunteer each year on church missions, where I help interpret and serve local communities.
I studied Business Management at ESI School of Management in El Salvador and have completed additional training in project management, agile business practices, and the use of artificial intelligence in human management.
Immigration is deeply personal to me. I’ve seen close family and friends go through the challenges of starting over in a new country. I understand the uncertainty, the sacrifice, and the strength it takes to build a new life. That’s why I’m committed to offering not just professional support, but genuine care and understanding to every client. No one should have to navigate this journey alone.
English and Spanish
Legal Operations Coordinator
Marcelle Alves
Law Clerk
From a young age, I knew my calling was to serve immigrant communities. At just 13 years old, I discovered my passion for immigration law—a passion that has guided my journey ever since. By 16, I had already begun interning at immigration law firms, laying the foundation for what has now become over a decade of hands-on experience in the field.
Before entering law school, I worked as an immigration paralegal, developing a deep understanding of both family- and employment-based immigration, humanitarian relief, and removal defense. I graduated from Purdue Law School in May 2025, earning the Distinguished Scholar Award and being named to the Dean’s List multiple times throughout my academic career.
University of Arizona- Bachelor of Political Science and Minor in Africana Studies
Purdue School of Law- Juris Doctor
Beyond my legal work, I am deeply committed to empowering immigrant youth and giving back to my community. I actively mentor first-generation and immigrant students who aspire to pursue higher education. On Martha’s Vineyard—my home and community—I organize “Know Your Rights” forums and partner with local nonprofits to promote awareness around immigration rights and available resources.
I bring both lived experience and legal expertise to my practice, and I remain committed to advocating for justice, dignity, and opportunity for all immigrants.
Native Portuguese Speaker and Intermediate Spanish Fluency
Pamela Elias
Client Relations and Intake Specialist
As a Client Relations & Intake Specialist at Gonnella Law, Pamela serves as an essential point of contact, ensuring every client interaction is a reflection of the firm's core values: empathy, clarity, access, and trust. Fluent in both Spanish and English, she is dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for clients, prioritizing their needs with professionalism and warmth. Her passion for helping others and her desire to find efficient solutions are at the forefront of her work, ensuring every individual feels heard, understood, and cared for.
Pamela is currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering at Don Bosco University in El Salvador, where she is developing a strong foundation in problem-solving and systems thinking. She also completed a STEAM education course in 2025, which has further cultivated her passion for learning and her commitment to becoming a mentor for future women in engineering. This academic background has enabled her to approach complex situations with a structured and analytical mindset.
Pamela recognizes that navigating the immigration process is often a delicate and powerful journey for individuals and families. This understanding fuels her deep commitment to learning everything she can about U.S. immigration law, and she has a profound respect for the complexities of this field. She is dedicated to gaining the knowledge and confidence necessary to serve as a reliable source of support for clients, ensuring they feel empowered and informed. Her desire to learn and grow within this field is rooted in her belief that providing compassionate and well-informed guidance is key to building trust and helping people find their path forward.
Spanish and English
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Ammanda Falcão
Digital Marketing and Social Media Coordinator
At Gonnella Law, Ammanda Falcão is responsible for managing social media, the company website, and analyzing the performance of the firm’s digital platforms. With experience in marketing, design, and content creation, she works to ensure that the firm’s communication is clear, empathetic, and connected with the people they serve. Ammanda believes that even behind the scenes, it’s possible to create a more human and accessible digital experience for those facing the challenges of the immigration process. She enjoys learning, creating strategies, and using communication as a bridge between people and trustworthy information.
Studied Radio and TV at UNINASSAU (2014–2015), Photography at UNICAP (2014–2016), and Graphic Design at UNIFG (2019–2021). She completed an MBA in Digital Marketing and Sales at Descomplica (2023) and is currently pursuing a degree in Advertising at UNINTER (2024–2027).
Ammanda has always been curious about how entry processes work in other countries. When her visa for visiting the United States was denied, she was surprised and confused by the criteria used in the decision. This experience made her realize the complexities involved in such processes and solidified her commitment to helping others navigate these same systems with clarity, compassion, and purpose.
English and Portuguese
Ammanda Falcão
TEAM
A team built to support you
Matthew Gonnella
Attorney
Matthew Gonnella, the founder of Gonnella Law, is passionate about providing compassionate, accessible, and responsive legal services to immigrants facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. A proud son of a single mother of four from Syracuse, New York, Attorney Gonnella focuses his practice on defending the rights of immigrants and refugees in removal proceedings, as well as advocating for individuals seeking asylum, special immigrant juvenile status (SIJS), U-visas (for victims of crime), and T-visas (for victims of human trafficking).
His practice also includes family-based immigration matters, including marriage petitions, naturalization applications, and hardship waivers.
Attorney Gonnella graduated from Saint Anselm College in 2015 with a dual Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Spanish and a minor in French. He was a four-year member of the varsity cross country team, instilling the discipline and perseverance that continue to drive his legal career today. He went on to earn his law degree from Suffolk University Law School in 2018 and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar the same year.
Before founding Gonnella Law, Attorney Gonnella managed the immigration practice at a prominent Massachusetts law firm, where he led a team in handling a high volume of complex immigration cases. While grateful for the experience and the trust placed in him, Gonnella was motivated to build a law firm grounded in his personal values: empathy, integrity, and true client-centered service. He envisioned a firm that prioritizes direct communication, individualized attention, and affordable legal support—where every client feels seen, heard, and vigorously defended.
Attorney Gonnella has a demonstrated track record of success, having secured legal status and protection in the United States for hundreds of individuals and families. He is proud to represent courageous clients from all over the world, including individuals affected by nationally recognized immigration issues such as the Martha’s Vineyard migrant crisis. In recognition of his dedication, Attorney Gonnella was awarded the 2022 Boston Bar Association’s Pro Bono Award for his work on behalf of migrants impacted by that crisis.
At Gonnella Law, our mission is simple: to empower and guide immigrants through every stage of their legal journey with dignity and respect. Whether you are fighting deportation, applying for citizenship, or seeking protection from harm, Attorney Gonnella and his team are committed to standing by your side and advocating relentlessly on your behalf.
Matthew lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and when he’s not in the courtroom or meeting with clients, you can often find him training for his next marathon.
Saint Anselm College, 2015, B.A. Double Major International Relations & Spanish, French Minor
Suffolk University Law School, J.D., 2018
Licensed to Practice in Massachusetts
President’s Award, Boston Bar Association, 2022
Licensed to Practice in Massachusetts
Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association
English and Spanish
Ana Farias
Legal Operations Coordinator
Ana Farias, Legal Operations Coordinator of Gonnella Law, is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for every client.
Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Ana believes that trust is built through honesty, empathy and clear communication. She works to ensure clients feel well assisted, respected, and informed throughout their journey.
Her priority is to provide high-quality client support and efficient case management, so people know they can rely on the team to be attentive and proactive in keeping them informed at every step of their immigration journey.
BArch, Architecture and Urban Design, Federal University of Pelotas (UFPEL), Brazil, 2019
MBA in Project Management, University of Sao Paulo (USP), Brazil, 2025
A dual citizen of Brazil and Uruguay, her own family moved between countries in moments of uncertainty to protect one another and live with dignity — that personal history shaped her commitment to ensuring others have the same opportunity and the assistance they need.
Portuguese, Spanish and English
Alejandra Moreno
Legal Operations Coordinator
At Gonnella Law, I help ensure that every client feels supported, understood, and never alone in their legal journey. As Legal Operations Coordinator, I help to build and manage the systems that keep our firm running smoothly, so our attorneys can focus on what matters most: advocating for our clients.
I assist during consultations as an interpreter, support client communication in both English and Spanish, and help guide individuals and families through intake and onboarding with clarity and compassion. With a background in business administration, legal consulting, and project management, I work behind the scenes to uphold our values of empathy, accessibility, and responsiveness.
I’m deeply committed to creating a welcoming, human-centered experience for those navigating the immigration process. Outside of work, I sing in a women’s choir, love to travel, and volunteer each year on church missions, where I help interpret and serve local communities.
I studied Business Management at ESI School of Management in El Salvador and have completed additional training in project management, agile business practices, and the use of artificial intelligence in human management.
Immigration is deeply personal to me. I’ve seen close family and friends go through the challenges of starting over in a new country. I understand the uncertainty, the sacrifice, and the strength it takes to build a new life. That’s why I’m committed to offering not just professional support, but genuine care and understanding to every client. No one should have to navigate this journey alone.
English and Spanish
From a young age, I knew my calling was to serve immigrant communities. At just 13 years old, I discovered my passion for immigration law—a passion that has guided my journey ever since. By 16, I had already begun interning at immigration law firms, laying the foundation for what has now become over a decade of hands-on experience in the field.
Before entering law school, I worked as an immigration paralegal, developing a deep understanding of both family- and employment-based immigration, humanitarian relief, and removal defense. I graduated from Purdue Law School in May 2025, earning the Distinguished Scholar Award and being named to the Dean’s List multiple times throughout my academic career.
University of Arizona- Bachelor of Political Science and Minor in Africana Studies
Purdue School of Law- Juris Doctor
Beyond my legal work, I am deeply committed to empowering immigrant youth and giving back to my community. I actively mentor first-generation and immigrant students who aspire to pursue higher education. On Martha’s Vineyard—my home and community—I organize “Know Your Rights” forums and partner with local nonprofits to promote awareness around immigration rights and available resources.
I bring both lived experience and legal expertise to my practice, and I remain committed to advocating for justice, dignity, and opportunity for all immigrants.
Native Portuguese Speaker and Intermediate Spanish Fluency
Law Clerk
Marcelle Alves
As a Client Relations & Intake Specialist at Gonnella Law, Pamela serves as an essential point of contact, ensuring every client interaction is a reflection of the firm's core values: empathy, clarity, access, and trust. Fluent in both Spanish and English, she is dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for clients, prioritizing their needs with professionalism and warmth. Her passion for helping others and her desire to find efficient solutions are at the forefront of her work, ensuring every individual feels heard, understood, and cared for.
Pamela is currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering at Don Bosco University in El Salvador, where she is developing a strong foundation in problem-solving and systems thinking. She also completed a STEAM education course in 2025, which has further cultivated her passion for learning and her commitment to becoming a mentor for future women in engineering. This academic background has enabled her to approach complex situations with a structured and analytical mindset.
Pamela recognizes that navigating the immigration process is often a delicate and powerful journey for individuals and families. This understanding fuels her deep commitment to learning everything she can about U.S. immigration law, and she has a profound respect for the complexities of this field. She is dedicated to gaining the knowledge and confidence necessary to serve as a reliable source of support for clients, ensuring they feel empowered and informed. Her desire to learn and grow within this field is rooted in her belief that providing compassionate and well-informed guidance is key to building trust and helping people find their path forward.
Spanish and English
Client Relations and
Intake Specialist
Pamela Elias
Ammanda Falcão
Digital Marketing and
Social Media Coordinator
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At Gonnella Law, Ammanda Falcão is responsible for managing social media, the company website, and analyzing the performance of the firm’s digital platforms. With experience in marketing, design, and content creation, she works to ensure that the firm’s communication is clear, empathetic, and connected with the people they serve. Ammanda believes that even behind the scenes, it’s possible to create a more human and accessible digital experience for those facing the challenges of the immigration process. She enjoys learning, creating strategies, and using communication as a bridge between people and trustworthy information.
Studied Radio and TV at UNINASSAU (2014–2015), Photography at UNICAP (2014–2016), and Graphic Design at UNIFG (2019–2021). She completed an MBA in Digital Marketing and Sales at Descomplica (2023) and is currently pursuing a degree in Advertising at UNINTER (2024–2027).
Ammanda has always been curious about how entry processes work in other countries. When her visa for visiting the United States was denied, she was surprised and confused by the criteria used in the decision. This experience made her realize the complexities involved in such processes and solidified her commitment to helping others navigate these same systems with clarity, compassion, and purpose.
English and Portuguese
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Phone
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Social Media
Our Location
200 Rivers Edge Dr, 3rd Floor,
Medford, Massachusetts, 02155
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Ready to take the next step?
Fill out the form to schedule your free consultation. For quick help, message us on WhatsApp.
Phone
617-256-1914
Our Location
200 Rivers Edge Dr, 3rd Floor,
Medford, Massachusetts, 02155
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Medford, Massachusetts, 02155
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