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Gerardo Menchaca heads the immigration section of Escamilla & Poneck LLP and is licensed to practice law in every immigration court in the United States. He has dedicated his legal career to helping people from all over the world deal with the complexities of the US immigration system. As an attorney practicing immigration law, his job is to help people become part of the best country in the world.
Gerardo is a graduate of St. Mary's University School of Law and has an economics degree from Texas State University. Additionally, he is a current member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Texas Bar Association, and the Mexican Entrepreneurs Association. He was voted one of San Antonio's Best Immigration Lawyers in 2017, 2016, 2014, 2012 and 2011 (SA Scene Magazine).
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12500 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX, 78216
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Posted by Minh Anh | October 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Rebecca, lawyer who helped me
Rebecca was exceptionally professional and helpful throughout my case. She responded to my questions promptly and guided me through each step of the green card process. I received my card two weeks ago, and I'm very grateful for her support. She was also warm and friendly, which made the process much...
Posted by Fernando M | October 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent lawyer
I want to thank lawyer Gerardo Menchaca and paralegal Andrés Guajardo for helping me get my E2 Investment visa. I want to recommend them totally, they were from start to finish and if you have a question, they always have time to help you and explain everything to make your process easier.
Posted by EDUARDO | October 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney
VISA APPROVED.
We have a good experience with our lawyer Gerardo and his team, Mr. Andres Guajardo, always in the best position to solve any doubts or concerns, very professionals, they help me getting my visa E1 approved, VERY RECOMMENDED.
Posted by Valery E | October 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Green Card Process
Three years ago, I hired Fernando Martinez from the Gerardo Menchaca law firm to help me with my green card application. I was assigned Rebecca Castro as my paralegal, and the service was excellent from start to finish. My application was processed fairly quickly, and they always answered all of m...
Posted by Pamela | October 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney
US Citizenship Application
Mi experiencia trabajando con Rebecca ha sido excelente. Desde el principio, ha demostrado ser una paralegal sumamente profesional, amable y servicial. Siempre está dispuesta a ayudar, responde con claridad y hace que cada paso del proceso sea mucho más sencillo. Su dedicación, atención y excelente t...
"We've collaborated on several matters and I can confidently say he is highly knowledgeable on matters relating to immigration and business law."
"I endorse this lawyer. On several occasions I have spoken to this attorney regarding issues of nonimmigrant visas. He is very knowledgeable and well informed on the subject and it is my opinion that he has the ability and skill set to represent his clients at a very high level."
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2017
Best Lawyers of 2017, Scene in SA Magazine
2016
Best Lawyers of 2016, Scene in SA Magazine
2014
Best Lawyers in 2014, Scene in SA Magazine
2012
Best Lawyers in 2012, Scene in SA Magazine
2011
Best Lawyers in 2011, Scene in SA Magazine
2013 - Present
Attorney, Escamilla & Poneck, LLP
2006 - 2013
Attorney at Law, Bozada PC
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
San Antonio Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2009
Positive Beginnings, Inc, Nonprofit Child DevelopmentPast Chairman
Successful
2002
Juris Doctor (JD)
2017
Green Card via the EB5 Visa Program
2017
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2005
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2011
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