About the Attorney
Gunda J. Brost is an immigration attorney in Cedar Falls, Iowa, originally from Oldenburg, Germany. She holds a law degree from Hamline University School of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota (May 2006), and was admitted to the Iowa bar in 2007. Gunda is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish. As a fun fact, Gunda is a former model and a Ms. Nebraska.
Education
J.D., Hamline University School of Law, MN
M.A., Middlebury College, VT
B.A., Wartburg College, IA
As a law student working with local immigration attorney Miryam Antunez, Gunda was able to assist in representing the victims of the 2006 ICE raid in Marshalltown. One of the highlights of Gunda’s experience as a law student was when she helped write a legal brief for an asylum application that was ultimately granted. Since then, Gunda has found that her experience living abroad, her love for international cultures, and her ability to speak different languages have been tremendously helpful in serving her clients. Her resume touts victories in cases regarding citizenship, green card acquisition, DACA, and asylum.
Background
Before attending law school, Gunda taught English as a second language and volunteered at a domestic violence hotline in Omaha, NE. Gunda’s students would ask for advice, which she didn’t always feel knowledgeable enough to provide. After one of her undocumented students was severely injured at work but felt like he had no legal recourse against his at-fault employer, Gunda decided to enroll in law school. Witnessing his fear and suffering firsthand brought the situation of undocumented, and often underpaid or exploited, workers to her attention.
Our Team
Our legal assistants use their training and expertise to support the attorney and clients alike.
Karina Lucio
Karina has been part of the team since November 2022 and currently serves as the Lead Legal Assistant. With several years of experience in immigration law, Karina specializes in NVC matters, and enjoys helping clients navigate the process with care and attention to detail. Outside of work, Karina loves traveling and spending time with her two children. Being a mom and a legal professional has given her a special appreciation for helping families stay together throughout their immigration journey.
Carolina Mendez
Carolina has been working at Brost Law Office for about a year as a Legal Assistant. She is studying at the University of Northern Iowa and aspires to work in the legal field long term. Caro assists by filling out petitions for clients, gathering evidence, and completing NVC inquiries. As a daughter of immigrants, she has a personal connection to her work. Caro was born and raised in the Cedar Valley and has two cats.
Cait Moreno
Cait is a Legal Assistant who joined the team in April 2026 with a genuine passion for helping others and making a positive difference in people’s lives. She is grateful for the opportunity to work in immigration law and support individuals and families through important, life-changing moments. Cait brings compassion, dedication, and a willingness to learn to work each day. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and taking nature walks. Cait is also a proud stepmom to two children and a cat mom to two beloved cats.
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Contact Us
Email address
phone
(319) 266-3668
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 745
Cedar Falls, IA 50613