Sharon Hernandez

Criminal Defense Attorney with 15+ years of experience providing legal representation and zealous advocacy to indigent communities. Expert in criminal defense cases and civil litigation strategies—maintaining 100+ active cases. Culturally competent with a background supporting people of all races, religious backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, and disabilities, including limited English proficiency—bilingual in English and Spanish.

Participant in legal education and professional development as a Professor and DNA Post-Conviction Project Coordinator for the University of Puerto Rico School of Law—winning a federal grant of $397K to fund the first post-conviction relief project for the university, becoming the only state-based institution to receive said distinction in Puerto Rico.

Federal defender for the past 4 years admitted to practice to the US Western District of Texas and the US District of Puerto Rico.

• Master’s in Law (LL.M) - Specializing in Criminal Justice- Loyola Law School - Loyola-Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA (2021)
• Juris Doctor- InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico - School of Law, Puerto, Rico
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science - Specializing in International Relations- University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus