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11 Aug, 2022 by Delfino
First, I never expected to be in this situation, because I dedicated my life to my family and wife. After a 22 year marriage, she didn't want to be here anymore. The most difficult thing was for my sons. This was her 2nd marriage, so she understood how to play this game of divorce. I want you to know, Mr. Torices walked me through every step of this process. Honestly, I would have been lost if it wasn't for him. Once you speak to him, you will not need to speak to any other attorney's. I am beyond grateful for his concern of my sons and just genuinely being a person I can speak to when I needed some advice. He is not an attorney who is going to nickel and dime you with any questions you may have. He was always available and responded to my questions within 20 minutes. Who does that? Mr. Torices does, because you are not just a number to him and he genuinely cares for you and your concerns.
My divorce was dragged on, because of the pandemic, but he always kept me updated with everything going on. Eric, was not only my attorney, but now he has become a friend and I consider him family in my life. I have nothing but gratitude for this man. Eric, thank you for everything you worked on. I will leave my number on here, because this is how appreciative I am of him. If you have questions, feel free to call me. A divorce is an unfortunate situation that occurs in our lives, especially if you have dedicated your life to your family. I never would wish this upon anyone, but I wouldn't want any other person for guidance next to me as I went through so many emotions in regards to my divorce. If it is unexpected you will deal with a roller coaster of emotions. He always checked up on me and told me everything would work its way out. He did everything he could and before we made any decisions we discussed the concerns at hand. Thank you! I have referred other friends and people I have met, that are unfortunately dealing with a divorce and have only heard positive comments and people thanking me for referring them to Eric.
Your client & friend,
Delfino Jauregui
(714) 726-3417
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27 Mar, 2021 by Alejandra
I was referred to Eric by a family friend who unfortunately is going through a similar situation. I was completely clueless as to what my rights were as a mother and where I should start, after my ex served me for custody of our son. I called his office and scheduled an appointment. I was seen within a few days. Other attorneys were charging me a $500 consultation fee and didn't even say more than the cost when i would call and always sounded very rushed. Eric was and has been very helpful and transparent throughout the process. Which is what I needed. He also made himself available all the time to answer any question or concern I have. He is very good about keeping me up to date with what's going on during the process. I'm very pleased with the guidance he's provided. Thankfully my ex and I were able to settle out of court, but with the help of Eric I am able to have 90% physical custody and 50% shared legal custody. Keep in mind every case is different but restassure Eric is the man to call. Thank you so much Eric for your guidance. I am eternally grateful.
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25 Sep, 2020 by Jessica
I was referred to Eric Torices back in 2018 when I was first seeking guidance for child custody. I was able to get a meeting with him immediately. I went into his office being completely clueless and walked out feeling at ease and with so much knowledge. He explained to me diligently what might or might not happened with my situation. Unfortunately, my situation took a turn and I had to seek another lawyer with a different scope of practice and he was nice enough to refer me. That went well and my case settled. From time to time any questions or uncertainties I’ve had he was always there to answer with no hesitation. Now, fast-forwarding to 2019 I was sent back to court to modify the visitation and I immediately knew I wanted Eric to represent me. He did not hesitate to meet up with me and agreed to represent me. I felt confident that he was going to not only try to get me what I wanted but at least put up a fight. Eric did not disappoint in the court room. He went into the court room with confidence. His work ethics definitely showed when in court. I definitely recommend Eric to assist you with your case and to know that he will not only try his very best to get you the best outcome possible but guide you throughout the process. Eric has been and continues to be very professional and welcoming. He is very reliable and always available when needed. He is very deserving of the 5 stars and more if possible. I can't thank him enough for what he did for me and I know will do for others as well.
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21 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
I located Ivener and Fullmer at EB5info as one of the top rated attorneys. They’ve been a great help in my family’s EB5 case. They adapt to our needs, provide professional advice and service on helping us picking the right project, collecting document for application, keeping us updated on the case status, also giving valuable suggestions on questions about adjusting visa status. Deborah Ma was my first point of contact, then there was Sam Ngo. Deborah retired later after my filing of I526, but when the chance of filing I-485 without pending jumped up, she came to the office and helped me complete the process in time with Sam. When my wife’s needed to go back China and obtained her H1B while the 485 is still in process, Deborah gave great tips on the documentation we needed to prepare, which helped her went through everything smoothly. From the beginning of our EB5 case till now, things have been moving to the right direction. We are very happy with the legal service Ivener&Fullmer provide, and I will recommend them to my family and friends.
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04 Oct, 2023 by Alice piovesan
Ms Evans is just the best. She has helped me since 2017 with my immigration case and I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and understanding. 10/10 would recommend Anna Evans!
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29 Aug, 2023 by Lorena garcia
I can honestly say this woman will fight for you! She’s very professional, on top of her game. I truly recommended her! She was my divorce attorney and did an amazing job representing me.
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25 May, 2023 by Anthony medeiros
Anna is unbelievablely awesome at what she does. Having her on my case has been the best thing to have happened since it started. She is very diligent and thorough. HIGHLY recommend her and wish I hired her as my original attorney!
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30 Aug, 2024 by Joseph gladski
Should be zero stars. A complete waste of time, at either office. The receptionist wouldn't let me answer her questions, then transferred me to someone who was incredibly rude and hung up on me. A call to their other office to try to get help showed they had already spread garbage and lies about me. I am a 100% disabled veteran with a service connected disability and suffer from emotional dysregulation, among other things. This business is complete and total garbage. Businesses like this make me regret my military service. Avoid, even if you have to pay. These people do not give a single crap about you.
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03 Jul, 2024 by Kenny miller
Renee Mochkatel wasted my time. Unfortunately I was referred to this firm at the time because the other lawyers don’t work Ventura County cases. I must say it has been a complete waste of time dealing with these people. It took her two months to get back to me for an incident report just to say that she couldn’t help me and she claims she has sent me many emails, which is not true because I have every receipt listed. I’m extremely disappointed in her lack of professionalism. I would not recommend her to work with anybody. She has no quality of care and it seems like everybody in this firm Have the same tendencies. Luckily, I found Attourney who has communicated with me and is willing to help me I thought I should go with him because I was referring huge mistake on my end!
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14 May, 2024 by Yvonne allen
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01 May, 2024 by Vladimir gonzã¡lez
Aun sin respuestas pudieran decir que si pero son huevones para trabajar prefieren decir que no pueden ayudar dan algún número o dirección para deshacerse de ti
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20 Apr, 2023 by Melinda cortez
The best. Patient, kind, compassionate.
Try it.
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18 Jun, 2021 by Jose landin
25 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
En noviembre del 2021 fuy a una consulta con la abogada francés arroyo me dijo que tomaría mi caso ese mismo día me paso con su personal me tomaron huellas y por supuesto mi dinero después de ese día a sido puro dolor de cabeza llamo y me disen que ya tienen respuesta de inmigración que me llamarán para informarme de que se trata y no me llaman en un par de semanas llamo de nuevo y me dise otra persona de los que contestan que aún no envían mi caso porque tienen que revisarlo detalladamente pero se me ase demasiado para revisión por favor no contraten esta abogada no caigan como yo en su enredo se los dise un cliente activo con ellos y tengo las pruebas.
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16 Aug, 2023 by Juan nelson rodriguez
Despues de gastar dinero en otros abogados gracias a dios por aver encontrado a la licenciada Arroyo estoy a un paso de regresar a mi Lindo el salvador gracias de corazon es la mejor
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06 Jul, 2022 by Adrian noriega larranaga
Frances E. Arroyo was awesome.the staff she has always on top of things.couldnt help looking at a picture miss arroyo had on one of her walls which stated " people will never forget how you treated then " and that's exactly how I felt I will never forget the feeling miss arroyo made me feel.welcomed.honestly felt I was their part of family backing me up.i would highly recommend this law firm to what ever needs you have in immigration issues.they are %100 behind you.thank you miss arroyo and advocates .those tears of relief took something off my back that I've been carrying for over 40 years .I couldn't thank you enough.
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19 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous
It was not worth my time or money as soonest we walked in his office he looked at our disabled child and said no this is not going to work! Who says that he was no help and very rude!! He just robbed our money and walked out on us. Wouldn't recommend him to anyone!! We paid for his service to only walk in and right out. Disappointed
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02 Apr, 2020 by Anonymous
Lo unico que puedo decir es que por culpa de este maldito viejo mi hija tiene problemas con migracion hace mas de 15 años nos hiso que mandaramos a pedir una partida de nasimiento falsa con otra fecha para enseñarla en la corte de la migracion y ahora ya no sabemos que hacer por que mi hija no puede arreglar lo unico que hiso este viejo es darnos los papeles y dejarnos tiradas
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19 Apr, 2018 by Jorge
We hired Mr. Talleda for all of my immigration matters since 2000. They helped me with my waiver and consular processing. Helped me with my Naturalization. Then with my mothers residence.
This office has an cool vibe. Very nice and efficient staff. Definitely would recommend to friends and family!
Another plus they offer payment plans at no interest.
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30 Aug, 2019 by Maria varela valle
El abogado Fernando Romo y su equipo no atendieron con mucha honestidad y atención a detalle. Nuestro caso fue bastante complicado pero el abogado Fernando no atendió muy bien y en menor tiempo de lo que esperábamos me dieron mi tarjeta de residencia. Estoy muy agradecida a el abogado Fernando Romo y su equipo.
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12 Jul, 2018 by Maria sanchez gonzalez
I consulted with Attorney Romo regarding my mother's case after I spend $1,000 with another attorney who did not help me. He immediately told me there was nothing he could do to help my mother, because she was ineligible for a waiver, and advised me to request a refund from the other attorney. I appreciated his honesty and only hope other attorneys where as honest as Mr. Romo.
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22 Jun, 2017 by Rafael
I hired Mr. Romo to get my green card through my wife. After only 3 months, I got my green card even before my work permit was approved. It took less time than I expected and Mr. Romo was very helpful throughout the entire process.
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03 Jan, 2021 by Christine
Ashley is the greatest immigration defense attorney. She was my husband's attorney for over 6 years. She is trustworthy and very knowledgeable. What she did for us was close to impossible. My husband is now a U.S. Citizen and our family is beyond grateful for her.
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07 Apr, 2019 by Anonymous
Terrible experience. She does not actually do the work. Absolutely a waste of a lot of money. Stay away from her.
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01 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous
I was given the option to pay Ms. Gambourian a hourly or a flat fee of 5K. She had not finished the work I had hired for and called and asked me for more money. I reminded her that I had paid a flat fee, and she had not even finished what I had hired her to do. Shortly after I received a call back, and I quote, this is EXACTLY what I was told. "We are no longer motivated to work on your brief unless we receive a GESTURE of 2 thousand dollars." I was shocked and stopped working with her immediately. I let them keep my 5k and I moved on.
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19 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous
Worst lawyer. Aggressive, very rude, doesn’t respond to calls or questions. Takes payment upfront, but doesn’t provide any real service.
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26 May, 2019 by Pat
How lucky my family and I were to find Mr. Guzman. He helped us understand and navigate the whole process we had to go through. Fortunately he took care of most of it so we didn’t have to deal with the majority of the details. It was evident that he really cared about a fair outcome and eased our worries throughout. Though we had to endure this unfortunate situation, we made a new friend and ally in Mr. Guzman. Would highly recommend him!
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13 Jul, 2018 by Anonymous
Eric was incredibly informative, reliable and I appreciated the approach he took in familiarizing the family of their rights. He was on time, constructive and pragmatic. Thank you for your support Mr. Guzman. Sharing your knowledge base and this information was crucial to our success.
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22 Apr, 2015 by Kyla
He is excellent immigration lawyer, he had very success handle my extreme difficult case and now I am green card holder, thank again to Mr. Zachary Nightingale.
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06 Aug, 2014 by Anonymous
I've hired Zach to write an opinion letter to the judge about the immigration consequences of a potential criminal conviction. He worked closely with my criminal defense attorney and I was impressed by his knowledge on the subject. In the process of drafting the letter, Zach was very open about discussing the content with me. In the end, his opinion letter served to influence the decision given by the court.
One of the best aspects of working with Zach is that he is very responsive and eager to give advice to the client. He is very quick to responding to my emails and doesn't hesitate offering his advice, even on subjects he was not paid to give advice on. He is also very up-to-date on the latest rulings in the 9th circuit.
If you are looking for an immigration attorney in the Bay area about immigration consequences of criminal cases, I think Zach Nightingale is your best option.
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16 Aug, 2013 by Anonymous
Zach has revealed himself as a very knowledgeable attorney who has looked into all details of my situation and provided a fair evaluation. However, it turned out to be a much more expensive than average first consultation. Further, following it, he wasn’t even responding to a simple (yes/no) question. When I approached him one year later suggesting to hire him for urgently needed help, he didn’t confirm or reject his availability, but rather suggested yet another expensive consultation. I hired another attorney who looked into my situation based on my email and additional provided documents, asked a few questions and suggested his price, which I gladly paid, and was happy when issue was resolved.
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05 Sep, 2024 by Jaime carlo-casellas
The attorney, Mischa Kennedy, did not represent us, but the other party. She did not let my husband accompany me in or acknowledge the fact that our case was one of elderly abuse. I am mentally disabled and depend on my husband for these interviews. Dr. Carlo-Casellas
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22 Jul, 2022 by Joshua holley
Very helpful!
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08 Jul, 2022 by Shannon l
Long holds and hang ups
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22 Sep, 2024 by Jesus valle
23 Aug, 2024 by Edgar blanco
staff need better customer service and Rosana has to follow up all the reviews the concern is not her is the staff attitude
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03 Aug, 2024 by Nubia perez
13 May, 2014 by Anonymous
He is a good attorney. One of the best in my opinion. He is busy and but if you call and make an appointment to meet with him specifically, he will try. He is in high demand and most good lawyers are. I recommend meeting him during the week and not on Saturdays. If he can't meet with you in person, he will usually speak to you over the phone personally and answer any questions. It is important for him to make sure his clients are satisfied with his work.
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06 May, 2014 by Anonymous
I made an appointment to see Mr. Espinoza on April 5,2014 for a consultation. My friend recommended me to him and she told me that the consultation is free. The day before my appointment , they called from his office to confirm my appointment. I left work early on Saturday and went to see him. After waiting for half an hour, I was called in. There was a lady who came in to the office to inform me there is a $80 fee. I questioned it but ended up paying. It was then that I was informed that Mr. Espinoza was not in on that day. I was furious. They had this other lady look over my case and wasn't able to assist me since my case is a bit complicated. Then I was told to make another appointment to return back and see Mr. Espinoza. A month later, I was given another appointment. I drove all the way from Glendale and after waiting in the office for one hr., I was introduced to Mr. Espinoza for a quick second and he informed me that he had to leave the office and could do a phone consultation in about 15 minutes. Bottom line, I wasted two Saturdays and I didn't get my free face to face consultation with him. I would not recommend him to anyone.
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30 May, 2013 by Anonymous
Great Lawyer! My dad was arrested and charged with hit and run. My mom and him were not married and he was on an immigration hold. We interviewed 9 lawyers before we decided to hire Mr. Espinoza. In the consultation he let us know what our chances were and said he had worked with worse cases before. He stopped my dad from being deported and always kept us informed. My dad was only in the immigration hold for 1 week and Mr. Espinoza kept his word. I am so grateful to him and his staff. Trust me he knows the law and will get you the results you want. Prices are reasonable too.
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22 Sep, 2024 by Jesus valle
23 Aug, 2024 by Edgar blanco
staff need better customer service and Rosana has to follow up all the reviews the concern is not her is the staff attitude
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03 Aug, 2024 by Nubia perez
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20 Jun, 2019 by Christina
I endured a horrible car accident & John was so patient with me. He was excellent at explaining the process in a way I could understand. You can't beat the personal attention compared to dealing with a big firm. He knows the law, is persistent, & was very diligent on working on my case. John is a GREAT, HONEST, ATTORNEY & I recommend him.
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28 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous
Very Knowledgeable! Willing to listen. Very concise. All I can say he’s a good lawyer! Helped me in everything that needs to be done for my immigration papers. Thank God and Thanks to Atty John I have a green card! I’ve been to many immigration lawyers, failed! When I hired Atty John, not too long, I have a green card! Thank you!
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22 Sep, 2024 by Jesus valle
23 Aug, 2024 by Edgar blanco
staff need better customer service and Rosana has to follow up all the reviews the concern is not her is the staff attitude
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03 Aug, 2024 by Nubia perez
22 Sep, 2024 by Jesus valle
23 Aug, 2024 by Edgar blanco
staff need better customer service and Rosana has to follow up all the reviews the concern is not her is the staff attitude
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03 Aug, 2024 by Nubia perez
05 May, 2024 by Anonymous
This person has no concept of a moral compass. He thinks he is above everyone else and treats people like so. Completely unprofessional. I would never recommend this lawyer
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21 Sep, 2021 by Fatima ri
My mom had her first appointment with the Paralegal on 08/24/2021. She was very rude from the beginning. She did not even introduce herself. She doesn’t have customer service skills at all. She makes you feel like a criminal the entire appointment, as she was very aggressive and rude. Per my parents Mr. Fishkin is rude as well. He doesn’t let the clients explain their problem(s) and express themselves. We are going to have another appointment with them. I will update this review if it gets better.
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09 Sep, 2021 by Jamila hrra
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22 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
I was excited to start working with Kelly about adjusting my immigration status, however; very soon I realized that everything is handled in a not professional way. She barely responded to my emails and we had to nag her to check my emails. As an immigrant struggling with status adjustment process in COVID times, this was a very unpleasant and stressful situation for me. Please save your time and find a responsive lawyer that will handle you and your case seriously.
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11 Jul, 2018 by Arun
I stepped into Kelly’s Pleasanton office with my family without an appointment and she was kind enough to advice on the duration of stay legally possible in the United States.
Her expertise to quickly analyze the facts and give an expert recommendation is awesome.
Once again thank you Kelly and Team!
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07 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
I got Kelly's information from my friend. Kelly is very knowledgeable on green card process. She is very patient and explained to me with options and recommendations in a professional and efficient way. She helped my mom to enter US successfully. Highly recommend her.
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27 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
He helped me when I was under deportation proceeding.
He knew what he was doing and helped me a lot to understand immigration law.
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22 Sep, 2016 by Keith
Saeed is a Solid Attorney that KNOWS immigration law. Being a veteran of law enforcement, I was so impressed by Saeed. Saeed literally got my wife her citizenship. He put together all documents and delivered them in a clear manner, as well as assisted with the green card and citizenship of my wife, as well as getting my parents and so here from China. Saeed you brought together a family! Thank you !!!! He is not only a knowledgable attorney, but also has a heart of gold! He really cares for his clients!
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01 Oct, 2015 by Neda
I hired Saeed Ghafari at 2013 for divorcing , we don't have any child , we don't have any thing together such as house , car , bank account. Every time I called my lawyer to see what's going on with my divorce case his answer was you have to wait and I trusted him and ofcourse I wait , but since 5 months ago I been calling him more then 100 times and mostly he didn't respond my phone call finally he went to court to see what's going on with our case and he said I'm gonna call you and let you know and he forgot again the Same as always after calling him for a week, he finally responded and he said it was a wrong date on your document , and I said that mean after fixing this any thing will be done and he said yes but is not done yet he said in a week you will recive the document and I wait and wait and finally he said you guys have to wait for more 3 months ,,,,,???? I really don't know what should I say
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26 Mar, 2018 by Alejandra
I had the good luck to hire Jeremy Conrad thanks to my cousin who recomended him .
My experience was very positive on top of succeeded with my immigration case that took a considerable time I felt confident because I was aware of his knowledge in immigration laws and procidures by the way he conducted himself very professional and
Respectful when I got ansious and worried : Yes I recommend him
100%
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04 May, 2013 by Dwayne
I hired jeremy conrad in june of 2008 for my immigration case . I was currently in removal proceeding form the united state of america back to my home country of birth . I was very stress and didn't know what to do . I was in custody of home land security trying to see if there was a posibility of that i might be free again , jermy started working on my case and making all the necessay filing that he needed to do to get me out of detention . I ran out of money and couldn't pay him anymore to come to court for me . Jermy believe in me and my case and decided that he wasn't going to stop fighing for me . I spend 8 months of my life lock way from my family didn't know what's going to happen to me but got send this attorney in my way to solve my situation even with 0.00 in my pocket with no one on the out side to help me .
Today i am self employed and currently a Permanent resident of the United state of American and i am really proud to say that jermy conrad is a really good man and attorney who look out for the best interest of his clients and will go the extra mile to save you in any way i can .
I will recomend him to any family or na individual that has any immigration situation going on in their life and need and experience attorney .
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12 Nov, 2011 by Paola
I hired Jeremy Conrad for a green card case. I called his office for 2 months to get an update and he never returns calls. I finally went to his office to find out what was going on and found out he left the state, and handed my case to another lawyer who doesn't know what he is doing. He never notified me he was leaving. Very unprofessional.
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21 Apr, 2024 by Anonymous
Where do I start? My parents insisted on getting a consultation with this “attorney” due to being referred by a friend. The consultation was a joke to say the least. He truly is only in it for the money and provides contradicting information.
He advised my father to apply for asylum despite him being in this country for 20+ years solely based on his deportation back when he was 17 years old.
He didn’t care to listen to any other details and went as far as stating that my mom lost her rights to getting residency when she married my dad. Little did he know that my mom had already obtained her residency due to being petitioned by me (her daughter) and by filing with 245e. As soon as he mentioned that I knew he was a fraud.
He then processed to say that asylum is his only chance due to the law the was approved by Biden.
Don’t get me started with his rates. His charges $7k for his fees only not including immigration fees with a monthly payment of $500 a month.
Our attorney Ronzio has successfully helped several of our family members with residency, conditional residency and citizenship.
Residency was $7k with immigration fees included with a small monthly payment of $250.
I’m so glad I was there to help my parents because attorneys like him tend to prey on vulnerable individuals that think that’s the best they can get. So glad we didn’t allow him to scam us.
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22 Oct, 2019 by Mary navarro
es un abogado exelente es muy flexible en los pagos y cualquier pregunta que tengo me la rwsponde que Dios lo bemdiga siempre y lede mucha saviduria paea seguir luchando por los demas
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10 Jan, 2014 by Tania
Mario is a great attorney always very helpful . Answers all my questions and concerns :) I can't even remember how I came across him but I'm very grateful I did . He also gives you and opportunity to make monthly payments which I love makes it so much easier ! Oh I almost forgot to mention the first consultation was free same day and you get to speak directly with him I highly recommend his serve very professional and his team is very kind and responsive :).
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31 Jan, 2018 by Yuliana
Roxana Castaneda has been very professional and very helpful explaining the process for our case. She is easy to contact and answers our questions and concerns.
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16 Jan, 2018 by Giovana baires
He works very fast he is an excellent person and very honest When I talk to her, she always treats me very kindly
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28 Dec, 2013 by Anonymous
She never followed up with us. We always had to contact her. We would leave messages with her assistant and no phone calls back. It would have been nice if she have tried to communicate with us more.
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06 May, 2024 by Anonymous
Ever since she gave birth I feel like she’s Not interested in her job. Had to find another attorney for my case. She wasn’t focusing a lot.
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24 Jan, 2018 by Grace
I worked with ms Masri couple of times so far and I’ve never seen a more dedicated, caring and compassionate person and professional that cares about her client and her job. Great job keep up the good work. God bless.
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29 Nov, 2017 by Gisela
I have known Karima for 7 years now. She is not only passionate about immigration law, she is dedicated to her cases and honest to her clients. She knows what she is doing and does her job well.
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04 Aug, 2015 by Vikki m.
I retained Patrick on the guise he did a case his partner really did. He misrepresented himself to get my money. I retained him on a Tuesday for my fiance who's court date was that Friday. He said he would have all the answers and a stradegy on Friday. Friday came and he had nothing. He didn't even ask my fiance, who's in custody, what happened day of incident and he also had brought his mother, so he didn't have time to talk with me after the hearing because he had to take her somewhere. Another court date comes (prelim) and again he had nothing, no defense, no arguments, he didn't even get the dates right when questioning me on stand..Again, after the hearing he didn't have time to talk with me and he did not even talk to his client my fiance who's in custody, after the prelim. Instead he went back and talked to another person who had not retained him. This is just a short outline of what he doesn't do,,He falters and does not do the things an attorney is supposed to do. Of course this is a criminal case full of false allegations etc..I would not recommend him at all..He doesn't do the research, investigative work for his clients..Because of his lack of knowledge of laws, having a prepared argument, any and all investigative work, my fiance was put back in custody at prelim hearing and his bail was put at an unreasonable amount. Let me add fiance was out on bail, so we lost that money all the while Patrick was in a hurry, again didn't even go back and talk to client (fiance) after this..
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20 Jan, 2014 by Tony
Patrick is honest and straighforword. I trust him completely. From his work in the past, I've seen an extremely diligent and hard working attorney. I would definitely recomment him to my friends.
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02 Jun, 2011 by Maritza
This lawyer is a box of good surprises; I recomended him to all my friends and relatives.
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12 May, 2023 by Tiago
Enrique helped me with my citizenship and wow the process was fast and hustled free
I’m so glad he got recommended to me and he was the nicest friendly person I’ve ever met
He is definitely recommended
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20 Aug, 2021 by Nathan
Enrique was very rude and condescending when I dealt with him. Arrogant. Definitely wouldn't recommend him
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24 Sep, 2012 by Anonymous
I had Enrique Defend me in my case which was ongoing for two years.
He had the best knowledge and defending in criminal and Immigration.
I am truly Thankful to Enrique for what he has done in defending me in my case.
I would reccomend Enrique to anybody who is looking for a Great Lawyer who can fight for you.
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15 Jan, 2016 by A. lopez
This attorney wasted our TIME AND MONEY.
His office staff has a VERY HIGH turnaround rate. Due to this our immigration case never moved forward. We met with so many secretary's in the 2 years we were with him. I would say about 4 or 5. Attorney never calls back and has a horrible memory recollection when it comes to meeting again. I would expect the attorney to know where my case left off instead of asking me.
Please stay away. If you value your family, time, and money look for a better attorney that practices in a more professional manner. It makes the difference.
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28 Sep, 2013 by Sarah
Robert David Baker assisted me with successful immigration to the US from South Africa in 2013. He was extremely knowledgeable of the available processes for my case and the process elected went very smoothly. My husband and I were kept informed at all stages and meetings at the lawyer's office were effective. The entire process was swift and as we were well prepared by the lawyer, it was also very efficient. I felt fully supported throughout and I would certainly recommend Robert Baker for similar matters.
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25 Jun, 2007 by Anonymous
I HAD A PERIOD WHERE I USED MANY ATTORNEYS. A CORPORATE, BANKRUPTCY, FAMILY, LABOR AND TRUST ATTORNEY. BOB WORKED WITH ME ON AND OFF HOURS TO RESOLVE MY ISSUES. OTHER ATTORNEYS MAY SAVE YOU MONEY BUT BOB ACTUALLY MADE ME MONEY. HE RECIEVED A NICE SETTLEMENT FOR ME WITHOUT HAVEING TO GO TO TRIAL. BOB IS THE MAN FOR THE JOB. I WOULD NOT HESITATE TO USE HIM AGAIN OR TO RECOMEND HIM TO OTHERS.
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20 Jul, 2021 by Vik
Mr. Desatnik is an amazing lawyer. He has helped me and a number of my friends/family taking care of our law needs.
In giving advice, he steers his clients down the high road. Great and easy to work with, highly efficient and helpful, amazing personality and professional ethics. I will certainly continue to use his services and I highly recommend him.
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11 Jul, 2021 by Bassem
Don't expect any follow up on your case, don't waste your time & money! no team if on vacation no one is qualified to answer your questions, you will not get any updates with regards to your case
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26 Apr, 2019 by David wang
I have been working with Colin Desatnik over the past twenty years on several immigration cases. He is very knowledgeable and always offers the best advice to achieve the desired result, and if there is not solution to the case, Colin his honest and forthright and explains in detail the law and proceedure.
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28 Aug, 2015 by Jerome
Lisa and her team helped us structure and form our company and continues to advise us as we acquire other businesses to add to our portfolio. She is communicative and advises us in plain English so we can make decisions strategically and efficiently. Not only is Lisa a legal expert, she also gives us practical advice we can work with. Thanks to Lisa and her team at The Mitzel Group, we’ve been able to exponentially grow our business and our revenue with the peace of mind of knowing that someone is there looking out for us. We’re with Lisa for the long haul. Highly recommended.
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28 Aug, 2015 by Jake
We hired Lisa and The Mitzel Group to plan and implement our complicated corporate legal structure given the unique needs of our industry and business. Lisa instinctively identified our concerns and quickly offered solutions where others failed. The team is responsive and extremely knowledgeable. We continue to use Lisa and her firm for our ad hoc legal needs and they are able to seamlessly resolve our issues whether they are corporate issues, immigration issues, or employment issues. We appreciate the team approach. Best money we’ve spent (on lawyers).
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24 Aug, 2015 by Andy
We hired this lawyer and wasted months and thousands of dollars on her incorrect information, which would contradict the advice she had previously given and we had operated with. She offers bad advice, wrong guidance, is disrespectful, argumentative but worst of all misinformed. She does not know what she is doing. You could guess your way through the business immigration maze and have more success. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.
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What an Immigration Lawyer Can Do for You
An immigration lawyer specializes in helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complex immigration process. These lawyers provide legal guidance on various immigration matters, such as obtaining visas, gaining permanent residency (green cards), applying for citizenship, and defending clients in deportation or removal proceedings. Immigration lawyers also assist with employment-based immigration, asylum applications, and resolving issues related to visas or immigration status.
Whether you're trying to immigrate to the U.S., facing deportation, or sponsoring an employee or family member for a visa, an immigration lawyer can help you understand your legal options and navigate the often complicated legal system.
When Should I Hire an Immigration Lawyer?
Hiring an immigration lawyer is beneficial in many situations where you are dealing with U.S. immigration laws, whether for personal or business reasons. Common reasons to hire an immigration lawyer include:
- Visa applications: If you need assistance applying for a visa, whether it's a work visa (H-1B), student visa (F-1), or tourist visa (B-1/B-2), a lawyer can help ensure the application is properly completed and submitted.
- Green card applications: If you're seeking permanent residency, an immigration lawyer can guide you through the process, whether through family sponsorship, employment, or the Diversity Visa (lottery) program.
- Deportation or removal defense: If you’re facing deportation or removal from the U.S., a lawyer can defend your case in immigration court and seek to prevent removal.
- Asylum applications: If you’re seeking asylum due to persecution or fear of persecution in your home country, a lawyer can help you prepare a strong case and file for asylum.
- Family reunification: If you're a U.S. citizen or permanent resident looking to bring family members to the U.S., a lawyer can assist with the family sponsorship process.
- Citizenship and naturalization: If you're ready to apply for U.S. citizenship, a lawyer can help you navigate the naturalization process and ensure you meet all the requirements.
- Business immigration: If you're an employer seeking to hire foreign workers, a lawyer can assist with employment-based visas, labor certification, and compliance with immigration regulations.
- Special immigration categories: Immigration lawyers also handle complex cases, such as visas for victims of human trafficking (T visa), crime victims (U visa), or those seeking Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Hiring an immigration lawyer early in the process can help you avoid delays, errors, and possible denials due to incomplete or incorrect applications.
What Does an Immigration Lawyer Do?
An immigration lawyer provides a wide range of services to help clients with their immigration needs, whether personal or business-related. Their tasks often include:
- Assisting with visa applications: Helping clients fill out and submit visa applications, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
- Filing for green cards and permanent residency: Guiding clients through the process of applying for a green card, including family-based, employment-based, or other forms of residency.
- Defending against deportation or removal: Representing clients in immigration court who are facing deportation and working to prevent removal from the U.S.
- Preparing asylum cases: Assisting clients in applying for asylum based on fear of persecution in their home country due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
- Handling citizenship applications: Helping lawful permanent residents apply for naturalization and ensuring they meet all the legal requirements for U.S. citizenship.
- Employment-based immigration: Assisting employers with the process of sponsoring foreign workers for temporary or permanent visas, including H-1B, L-1, and EB-1 through EB-5 visas.
- Representation in immigration interviews: Preparing clients for immigration interviews and attending interviews at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices.
- Appealing denied applications: If a visa, green card, or citizenship application is denied, a lawyer can file appeals or motions to reopen or reconsider the case.
How Are Immigration Lawyers Paid?
Immigration lawyers generally charge for their services based on the type of immigration case and the complexity of the legal work involved. Common payment structures include:
- Flat fee: Many immigration lawyers charge a flat fee for specific services, such as preparing a visa application, green card petition, or citizenship application. Flat fees help clients know upfront what the legal costs will be for a particular service.
- Hourly rate: For more complex cases, such as deportation defense or appeals, some lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates vary depending on the lawyer's experience and the complexity of the case.
- Retainer: For ongoing immigration matters, some clients may need to pay a retainer, which is an upfront payment billed against as the lawyer works on the case.
- Pro bono or sliding scale: Some immigration lawyers or nonprofit organizations may offer free or low-cost services for clients with limited financial means, particularly in asylum or humanitarian cases.
It’s essential to discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand the costs and payment arrangements.
How Much Does an Immigration Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring an immigration lawyer varies based on the type of legal service required, the lawyer's experience, and the complexity of the case. General cost estimates include:
- Visa applications: For help with visa applications (e.g., H-1B, L-1, F-1), legal fees may range from $2,000 to $7,500, depending on the complexity and the type of visa.
- Green card applications: Fees for family-based or employment-based green card applications typically range from $3,000 to $10,000, depending on the case.
- Deportation defense: For defending clients in removal proceedings, costs can range from $5,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case and how long the case takes.
- Asylum cases: Asylum applications may range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on whether the case is defensive (in removal proceedings) or affirmative (not in removal proceedings).
- Citizenship applications: Legal fees for filing a naturalization application usually range from $1,500 to $5,000, depending on the complexity of the client’s immigration history.
- Business immigration services: Fees for assisting businesses with employment-based visas (such as H-1B or EB-5 visas) often range from $3,000 to $10,000 or more.
Always ask for a clear breakdown of costs and fee arrangements before proceeding with legal services.
Top Questions to Ask an Immigration Lawyer
Before hiring an immigration lawyer, it's essential to ask questions to ensure they have the experience and expertise to handle your case effectively. Important questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with immigration cases like mine?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, whether it’s family-based immigration, employment visas, or asylum. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a flat fee, hourly rate, or retainer, and ask for a detailed estimate of the total cost. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case and the potential outcomes, including any challenges you might face. -
How long will the process take?
Immigration cases can take time, so ask how long it may take to process your application or resolve your legal issue. -
Will you handle my case personally?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of your case. Make sure you know who will be working on your case directly. -
What documents do I need to provide?
Ask the lawyer about the documentation required to support your case, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, or employment contracts.
How to Check the Credibility of an Immigration Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable immigration lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:
- Check their state bar status: Confirm with your state bar association that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no disciplinary actions against them.
- Look for specific immigration law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in immigration law and have experience handling cases like yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients who can speak to their ability to handle immigration cases.
- Check for industry affiliations: Membership in organizations like the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) can indicate the lawyer’s expertise and commitment to immigration law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most out of your first consultation with an immigration lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- Passport and immigration documents: Bring your passport, visa, and any documents related to your current immigration status.
- Family documents: If you're applying for a family-based visa or green card, bring marriage certificates, birth certificates, and proof of family relationships.
- Employment information: For employment-based visas, provide your employment contract, offer letter, or other documentation of your job.
- Criminal records (if applicable): If you have any criminal history, bring copies of court records and other relevant documents.
- Timeline of events: Provide a clear timeline of any prior immigration applications, visas, or issues with immigration authorities.
- List of questions: Prepare any questions you have about your immigration case, the process, costs, and the likelihood of success.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer understand your case more effectively and get the best possible legal advice on how to proceed.
