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Councilwoman Maureen Porras
Maureen is an Immigration Attorney and Legal Director of a global nonprofit organization where she has worked as a public interest lawyer since 2016.
Maureen has been providing access to legal services to families since 2008. She has also focused on defending and promoting human rights and providing humanitarian work at a global level, including through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
As Legal Director, Maureen provides instruction on the design and expansion of community programs; works with other organizations to provide services, information, and outreach to the community; manages program budgets and negotiates contracts; and liaisons with governmental agencies as part of her advocacy efforts. Her legal training along with her community building experience helps her better serve our city.
Maureen was born in Nicaragua and immigrated to Miami at the age of seven. Her own immigration experience and her love for South Florida’s cultural diversity led her to pursue a career as an immigration attorney. Maureen earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from Florida International University (FIU) where she graduated cum laude in 2010. While attending FIU, she interned with former U.S. Congressional Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, where she assisted immigrants through various projects. Maureen earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2014, where she graduated with pro bono honors for her work with the Human and Immigrant Rights Clinic and as President of the Immigration Law Society (VISA). Maureen has been a member of the Florida Bar since 2014.
She is married to her husband, Caleb Johnston, who is also a dedicated public servant employed as an attorney for the State of Florida. Maureen and Caleb are proud to call Doral their home since 2017 and are active members of the community, including in the Rotary Club of Doral. Maureen is highly active in our community and has served Doral as a member of the following:
Miami Dade School Board Advisory Board, District 5 – Advocated for the safety, health, and academic success of students with members, PTAs, and staff. Supported recommendations to prioritize mental health for students. Miami Dade County Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board, District 12 – Focused on issues affecting our Hispanic community, including unlicensed practice of law and “notario” fraud. League of Women Voters Miami – Performed advocacy, including in Tallahassee, to support voting rights and policies empowering women, including equal pay and closing the wage gap. Community Advocate – Perform advocacy on various issues, including pro-democracy and humanitarian issues. She often serves as a political analyst and immigration expert on television, newspaper, and radio. Maureen is also an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), serving on several committees.
Councilwoman Porras may be contacted via email at Maureen.Porras@cityofdoral.com
Councilman Oscar Puig-Corve
Oscar Puig-Corve moved to Miami 38 years ago with his Mother, Brother, and Sister. Then, in 2000, he moved to Doral with his Wife, Deidre, and his sons, Patrick and Diego. Ever since, Doral has been their home. It has been the place where his sons have attended schools, where he has forged friendships, where he purchased their first home, and where they have built their businesses.
Throughout his time here, Oscar has developed a deep interest in City services and community involvement in Doral. He has become a community activist, serving as President or Board Member of many civic organizations including One Doral, Doral Community Council, Doral Community Foundation, Doral City Attorney Selection Committee, Doral Economic Development Advisory Board, and Doral Charter Review Commission. These experiences led him to be one of the fortunate residents that founded the City.
Today, with the support of his family, friends and neighbors, Oscar is dedicated to serving as part of the City of Doral Council. By earning the privilege of winning the seat he commits to continuing to grow with the City and our residents. He will also continue to be a voice and activist for our residents, seeking solutions to issues affecting our city, and work to improve our high quality of life.
Councilman Puig-Corve may be contacted via email at Oscar.Puig@cityofdoral.com.
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