Sophia Estupinan

How Sophia Helps Clients

Sophia provides expert advisory support to the Federal Government Relations team, leveraging her legal acumen and advocacy skills to navigate complex governmental landscapes. She specializes in key government relations sectors, including Healthcare, Transportation, Housing, Energy, and Education.

What Clients Can Expect

With a deep-rooted passion for advocacy stemming from her Colombian heritage, Sophia is dedicated to fiercely representing her clients' interests. Her commitment to helping others has only intensified through her experiences in the legal field and her current role in government relations. Notably, she successfully planned an in-person advocacy day for over 100 participants within her first three months, coordinating multiple meetings with members and staff in Congress for each attendee. Sophia has also played a key role in drafting legislation and contributed to the advocacy efforts that led to the passage of Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act, showcasing her ability to influence policy at a national level. Known for her problem-solving abilities, she approaches challenges with creativity and determination. Clients can always expect a warm smile and a positive attitude, no matter the situation. 

Sophia has actively pitched potential clients and has built a robust network with congressional staffers and members, enhancing her ability to advocate effectively for her clients' needs. Additionally, she organized and planned a successful fundraiser for a member-elect, raising over $25,000 to support their campaign.

I believe in the power of advocacy to create meaningful change, and I’m dedicated to ensuring that every client's needs are met with compassion and determination.

Outside the Office

Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Sophia maintains a strong connection to her Latin roots. She enjoys exploring diverse Latin cuisines around the city and is passionate about dancing. On any given Sunday morning, you might find her enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the Dupont farmers market before heading to Georgetown with friends, embracing the rich cultural tapestry of her community.

Proof Points

• Advocacy Leadership: Successfully planned and executed an in-person advocacy day for over 100 participants within the first three months of joining the Federal Government Relations team, coordinating multiple meetings with congressional members and staff for each attendee.
• Sector Expertise: Specializes in government relations across critical sectors including Healthcare, Transportation, Housing, Energy, and Education, providing strategic advisory support to clients navigating complex legislative environments.
• Client Development: Actively pitched potential clients, leveraging a robust network of congressional staffers and members to enhance advocacy efforts and secure client interests.
• Fundraising Success: Organized and executed a successful fundraiser for a member-elect, raising over $25,000 to support their campaign, demonstrating strong organizational and community engagement skills.
• Social Justice Advocacy: Engaged in community initiatives through work with Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) and the Cannabis Justice Initiative (CJI), advocating for the rights and humane treatment of unaccompanied children and assisting incarcerated individuals with marijuana charges in filing clemency petitions.