Overview
Juan Daniel Torres Monroy is an associate attorney in WSHB's Rio Grande Valley office, where he handles complex civil litigation matters.
Daniel earned his Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude, from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Texas Tech University School of Law with a concentration in Business Law. During law school, he earned Dean's List recognition in multiple semesters, received the Distinction Award in Taxation of Business Entities, and earned the Top Grade Award in Local Government Law. In recognition of his commitment to public service, Daniel also received the Pro Bono Achievement Award for completing more than 200 hours of pro bono service.
At Texas Tech, Daniel served as a student attorney in the Immigration Law Clinic, representing clients in federal immigration proceedings and preparing affirmative immigration petitions. He also served as President and Vice President of the Immigration Law Association and was a member of the Board of Barristers, where he further developed his oral advocacy and legal writing skills.
Complementing his academic and clinical experience, Daniel served as a judicial intern to the Honorable Irma Carrillo Ramirez of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, gaining firsthand insight into federal appellate practice and judicial decision-making. He further broadened his experience through clerkships with several Texas law firms, where he worked on civil litigation matters involving personal injury, insurance, and commercial disputes.
Credentials
Education
- Texas Tech University School of Law (J.D., 2026, cum laude)
- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (B.S., 2018, magna cum laude)
Licensed to Practice in
- Texas
