We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Nika Esono a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Nika, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. How did you come up with the idea for your business?

I started this business because I lived this struggle myself. Coming to the U.S. as an international student, fighting to stabilize my life and earn the right to work legally was overwhelming. I saw the same pain in my African and Hispanic communities—people full of dreams but held back simply because they didn’t have legal status.

My purpose is to change that. Through my immigration services, I want to help my people gain freedom, dignity, and the chance to build a peaceful life in this country.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

Here is a more emotional, heartfelt version while still sounding professional:

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I was born and raised in Spain, but my heart and heritage come from Equatorial Guinea. Twelve years ago, I came to the United States with nothing but hope, determination, and the dream of building a better future. I worked hard, earned my B.S. in Political Science, and slowly began my journey in the legal field.

I started at the very bottom as a receptionist. Step by step, with patience, discipline, and faith, I worked my way up. Over the years, I grew into the role of Immigration Paralegal—a path that opened my eyes and touched my spirit. I became deeply inspired by the stories of immigrants, their courage, and their fight for a better life. That passion led me to pursue and earn my Immigration Paralegal Certificate.

My journey hasn’t been easy, but it has shaped who I am and fueled my purpose: to help others navigate the same challenges I once faced. And that’s how I ended up opening my immigration services business.

What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?

I’ve had to unlearn the habit of carrying every case on my shoulders and taking every client’s story to heart. I care so deeply that I pour my entire soul into the work—I treat each case as if it were my own. It’s something that has overwhelmed me at times, but it’s also something I’m incredibly proud of. That passion is part of who I am. Now, I’m learning how to balance that emotional weight so I can continue helping others with both heart and strength.

Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?

I’ll never forget one particular client who was living in constant fear of ICE. She was terrified to leave her home, and I could see how that fear controlled every part of her life. Instead of asking her to come to my office, I chose to go to her. It didn’t matter how far she lived or how many trips it took—I drove to her home every time because she deserved to feel safe while we worked on her VAWA case.

Each visit reminded me why I do this work. She wasn’t just a “case”; she was a human being looking for protection, stability, and hope. Supporting her through that painful chapter made me realize the true impact of showing up for people when they feel most vulnerable.

That is the level of commitment I bring to my clients. I don’t just process paperwork—I walk with them through their fears, their uncertainty, and their dreams. Because sometimes, meeting someone where they are makes all the difference.

Contact Info:

• Website: EsonoMultiservices
• Instagram: EsonoMultiservices

Image Credits

Daniel Ondo