Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina Alejandro “Alex" Monsalve moved to California in 1988. He began his journey through hard work. As soon as his English improved, he got involved with the driving instruction business until he opened up his very own driving school, field in which he was involved for over 25 years. Alex is also a writer and a motivator, Alex was a regular contributor of the Los Angeles "La Opinion" newspaper, having a column three times a week, more than 400 of his articles got published. His is also a published author. The prestigious publisher Editorial Kier (Buenos Aires) published his inspirational, self-help book TU TAMBIEN PUEDES (You can too).
Alex graduated from UNIVERSIDAD SIGLO 21 (Córdoba, Argentina) with honors and took his oath before the members of the Supreme Court of the Province of Santa Fe and began his law practice in Argentina. After years of study and preparation he accomplished something that very few Argentinean lawyers were able to do, when he passed the California Bar Exam as a foreign educated attorney.
Presently Alex practices law in California and in Argentina, and is proudly an active member of the California State Bar Association, the San Diego County Bar Association, and the State Bar of the Province of Santa Fe, Argentina.
Alex is always trying to make a positive difference in the community, and for that reason he makes himself available for non-profit mentoring program like the "Color of Justice". In an effort to always give more than one takes through Pro Bono representation, soon after his admission to the Bar Alex joined the ABA "IJP" - Immigration Justice Project of San Diego.
He offers a non-traditional law business model, based on creating a long-time relationship with clients.
Alex is passionate about helping you and your family as your personal trusted attorney and counselor-at-law. He will provide you with individualized attention, full dedication and compassionate legal representation.
On a personal note, Alex is happily married and has many hobbies and interests, like traveling, motorcycling and photography. Flying is one of his greatest passions (he holds a Private Pilot license, and was a flying instructor accredited by the USUA). On most Sundays you will find him skydiving with his friends at Perris airport (he holds a class "D"-expert level- license) enjoying a skydiving formation over a beautiful California sunset. “We have two lives, and the second begins when we realize we only have one" (Confucius).
Feel free to contact ALEX MONSALVE LAW FIRM, PC with any questions or to schedule an educational meeting.
EDUCATION
Universidad Siglo 21, Cordoba, Argentina-School of Law
Universidad Siglo 21, Cordoba, Argentina-Civil Law Notary (Escribania)
MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of California
San Diego County Bar Association
Colegio de Abogados de la Provincia de Santa Fe
