To guide our clients through their Immigration process by providing quality, professional legal services. We believe that every client should be treated like family. We’re excited to have you join our family!
US Journey Immigration Services is made up of Attorney Marlene Gonzalez and her team of paralegals and legal assistants, all immigrants hailing from Brazil, Mexico, Nicaragua, and the Philippines. We serve our clients in Portuguese, Spanish, and Tagalog languages besides English. Our team is always available to provide professional, quality legal services.
No matter where you are located, you can find the skilled immigration counsel you need at US Journey Immigration Services. Attorney Marlene Gonzalez can help you pinpoint your goals and, using clear, strategic thinking and extensive legal experience, develop a plan of action that facilitates a swift and positive result. Your immigration goals may seem extreme or difficult to obtain, but the right approach by a seasoned professional can make all the difference. The US Journey Immigration Services team will be with you every single step of the way.
An Immigrant Helping Immigrants — Her Journey Is Your Journey.
Atty. Marlene F. Gonzalez is a highly respected immigration attorney with more than 25 years of dedicated legal experience, known for her compassion, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to helping individuals, families, and investors navigate their immigration journey with confidence.
Her own immigration story began at age 12, when she moved from the Philippines to the United States. This personal experience shaped her deep empathy for the immigrant community and today fuels her guiding philosophy: “An immigrant helping immigrants — her journey is your journey.”
Atty Gonzalez earned her Bachelor of Science in Philosophy (1991) and her Juris Doctorate (1995) from the University of Utah College of Law. Over the years, she has developed one of the most well-rounded and impactful careers in immigration law—including private practice, nonprofit leadership, civil rights work, and federal court experience.
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Dani Canubas is a seasoned visionary, global entrepreneur, and strategic growth leader with more than 30 years of experience across the U.S. and international markets. His work spans startups, business acceleration, consulting, leadership development, and high-level business expansion—empowering organizations to scale with clarity, purpose, and impact.
Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a lifelong dedication to learning, Dani has built multiple companies from the ground up while supporting founders, executives, and enterprises across the U.S., Asia, and Europe. He is known for transforming bold ideas into thriving ventures and for his ability to guide leaders through complex growth environments with both strategy and heart.
Jonalyn Signo is a Virtual Assistant at US Journey Immigration Services. She is from the Philippines and speaks Tagalog. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Science Entrepreneurial Management and has 10 years of experience working in the Accounting Industry. She has the heart to extend her help to others, especially those Filipinos who want to reach their American dream. Jonalyn loves to travel, enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new things, and learning more about different cultures.
Estrella Velasco de Infante is a Paralegal at US Journey Immigration Services. She is from Venezuela, and before coming to the U.S., practiced law for 10 years. She has always been passionate about the law and how to use it to benefit families. In 2014, she arrived in this country with only a suitcase filled with dreams and hopes. As an immigrant, she knows how essential it is for all of us to be able to work and grow in the U.S. Estrella is married and a mother of three. She loves living in Utah, camping, and spending time with her family.
Esther Lira is a Paralegal at US Journey Immigration Services, where she assists with FOIA requests, supports case preparation, and works closely with clients to gather accurate information and documentation. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Small Business Management and brings over eight years of experience as an administrative assistant, giving her strong organizational and client-service skills that enhance the quality and efficiency of her work.
Originally from Brazil, Esther is fluent in both Portuguese and English, allowing her to assist a diverse range of clients with clarity and confidence. She is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate their immigration journey with compassion and professionalism.
Attorney Silva was born in Mexico and moved to the United States when she was eight years old. She is a Las Vegas native and has recently moved to Utah. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Nevada State University and her Juris Doctor degree from William S. Boyd School of Law in Las Vegas, Nevada. Although new to immigration practice, she brings her personal experiences as an immigrant and a deep commitment to help clients. Ms. Silva enjoys reading, walking outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.
Contact Attorney Marlene Gonzalez and her team at US Immigration Services today at (833) VISA 4 US to discuss your Immigration needs.
at 1-833-VISA-4-US to discuss your immigration needs.
PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY: A CAREER BUILT ON ADVOCACY, LEADERSHIP & IMPACT
Before founding US Journey Immigration Services, Atty. Gonzalez built a rich legal career rooted in advocacy, community service, and hands-on immigration representation.
Her professional path began with prestigious legal clerkships and internships, including the United States District Court for the District of Utah and the Utah State Bar Office of Attorney Discipline, where she drafted judicial recommendations, prepared legal memoranda, assisted in civil and criminal litigation, and gained exposure to high-level legal systems.
In her early practice, she worked with respected firms such as Paul Barton, Estate Planning Attorney, David Paul White & Associates, and Olson Associates, P.C., where she strengthened her skills in trial work, appellate practice, estate planning, civil litigation, and legal research. This foundation would later support her transition into full-time immigration work.
Atty Gonzalez’ passion for immigrant rights became unmistakable during her years at the Multi-Cultural Legal Center. Beginning as a Staff Attorney and later serving as Executive Director, she provided direct legal services in both civil rights and immigration law. She supervised staff and volunteers, collaborated with private attorneys and nonprofit organizations, and led community legal education efforts. She represented claimants in discrimination and wage disputes and contributed legal insights to state legislative discussions on issues affecting minority communities—including hate crimes, racial profiling, and redistricting.
In 2002, she launched her own practice, the Law Office of Marlene F. Gonzalez, where for over 15 years she represented clients in family-based immigration, naturalization, removal defense, VAWA, U Visas, and humanitarian relief. She became known for hosting Know Your Rights seminars, partnering with community organizations, schools, and churches to provide legal education and support.
She later joined Pearson Butler, PLLC, one of Utah’s leading law firms, where she expanded her practice to include employment-based petitions, investor visas (E-2 and EB-5), student visas, family petitions, and complex humanitarian cases. Her work with investors and entrepreneurs strengthened her expertise in the intersection of business and immigration law.
In 2022, she founded US Journey Immigration Services, a firm built on empathy, cultural understanding, and personalized care. Today, she leads a multicultural, multilingual team serving clients in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Tagalog, ensuring that immigration support remains accessible and welcoming to all.
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
Atty. Gonzalez’s excellence has been recognized by both the legal community and immigrant advocacy organizations:
CLIENTS TRUST ATTY. MARLENE GONZALEZ, BECAUSE:
For countless families, individuals, and investors, Atty. Gonzalez is more than an attorney—she is a partner, a champion, and a guide through one of the most important journeys of their lives. “An immigrant helping immigrants. Her journey is your journey.”
Experience in U.S. Immigration Services
Dani, an immigrant himself brings direct leadership experience in the U.S. immigration sector through his role as Managing Partner and Chief Growth Officer of QX International, a U.S.-based immigration and staffing company.
At QX International, Dani led the organization’s business operations, strategic growth, marketing, and client acquisition. He worked closely with immigration attorneys, case teams, and clients to scale service delivery pipelines and optimize the firm’s processes for both immigration petitions and staffing pathways.
Under his leadership, QX International experienced significant growth and operational improvements until its eventual dissolution due to the passing of his business partner, who also served as the firm’s immigration attorney.
This experience provided Dani with a deep, practical understanding of U.S. immigration workflows, client management, operational compliance, recruitment pipelines, and the business mechanics behind immigration firms—expertise he now integrates into his consulting, business development work, and partnerships with immigration law practices.
A Philosophy Shaped by Nature’s Greatest Teachers
Since childhood, Dani has found profound inspiration in one of nature’s smallest yet most extraordinary creatures—the ant. His admiration evolved into the name of his holding company, Formicidae Holdings.
To Dani, ants embody grit, discipline, unity, resilience, focus, and unwavering persistence. They move with purpose. They work as a team. They do not retreat in the face of obstacles. These values form the foundation of his leadership style and business philosophy.
Leadership & Team Building Excellence
A firm believer that great leaders begin as great followers, Dani has a natural ability to build empowered, high-performing teams. He recognizes individual strengths and cultivates cultures where people are encouraged to innovate, collaborate, and grow without fear of failure.
For Dani, success is clear:
“Great companies don’t create great people—great people create exceptional companies.”
Global Experience & Expertise
Across three decades, Dani has led, built, advised, and scaled organizations across multiple industries. His areas of expertise include:
He has consulted founders, CEOs, physicians, and corporations of all sizes on business structure, market expansion, branding, and operational strategy.
Entrepreneur, Mentor & Global Speaker
A lifelong mentor and trainer, Dani has empowered thousands of individuals worldwide in the areas of:
His speaking career spans workshops, conferences, and stadium events reaching up to 25,000 attendees.
Board & Community Leadership
Dani has served on multiple boards, including:
Academic & Professional Background
With a foundation in Industrial Psychology and Marketing, Dani excels in understanding people, human behavior, and organizational growth dynamics. This unique blend of psychology, business, and strategy allows him to engage effectively with entrepreneurs, executives, and teams across sectors.