Pamela Peynado is a nationally recognized, award-winning attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, she immigrated to New York City before eventually settling in Georgia. As the founder of Peynado Law Firm, Pamela leads a dedicated team specializing in immigration law and personal injury cases. Under her leadership, the firm has helped secured millions of dollars in compensation for personal injury victims and successfully obtained thousands of green cards and citizenship certificates for immigration clients. Pamela’s personal experience as the only naturalized citizen in her family, along with her involvement in defending her uncle from deportation, drives her deep commitment to advocating for those facing immigration challenges.
Pamela’s legal expertise extends to representing Fortune 500 companies, as well as defending numerous adults and children in deportation and removal proceedings nationwide. Her unwavering dedication to pro bono work has made her a vital advocate for individuals unable to afford legal representation.
Pamela is a sought-after legal expert, regularly featured on major media outlets including CNN, ABC, NBC, Telemundo, and Univision, and frequently speaks at national conferences. Her contributions to the legal and immigrant communities have garnered multiple prestigious awards, such as being named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, one of Georgia State University's 40 Under 40 Alumni, and among the Most Influential Latinos of Georgia by the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Pamela was also prominently featured and celebrated for her work in the CNN documentary The Defenders.
In addition to her legal practice, Pamela has held leadership roles in prominent organizations including the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association, Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, American Immigration Lawyers Association, and the Latin American Association. She has served on the Mayor's immigrant detention advisory council and was appointed to Senators Warnock and Ossoff's Federal Nominations Advisory Commission.
As a dedicated community advocate, Pamela founded The Love Project 404 (TLP 404), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. TLP 404 has posted $300,000 in bail for those unable to afford it, awarded $40,000 in scholarships, and provided critical financial support to local families, while mentoring hundreds of young minority women.
Pamela also has the honor of serving her community as a part time Judge for the City of Atlanta. When not in the office, she enjoys mentoring young women, speaking to community groups, and traveling.
