Hugo Raul Valverde

Hugo Raul Valverde

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Immigration

397 Little Neck Road, 3300 Building Suite 205, Virginia Beach, VA

About Hugo

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

H-1B, Employment-Based, Family-Based, Lawful Permanent Residence, Adjustment of Status, Naturalization, Deportation

21 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 20 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2005

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Valverde Law PLLC

397 Little Neck Road, 3300 Building Suite 205, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452

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Hugo Raul Valverde's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2014 | Immigration

Review of Hugo Raul Valverde

Hugo Valverde is a warm, friendly and dependable lawyer. He made us feel like everything was taken care of and that we had nothing to worry about. He responded to any questions or concerns in a timely manner. We felt very confident that our matter was in good hands, and it was. All of our immigrat...ion paper work was filed in a timely manner and he took time to carefully prepare us for our immigration interview which turned out to go smoothly. If you are looking for an excellent immigration lawyer, I highly recommend Hugo Valverde.

Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2013 | Immigration

I highly recommend Mr. Valverde!!

My husband and I were so glad to have had Mr. Valverde assist us in our marriage filling process as well as my political asylum status. We hear tons of horror stories of how people have hard time understanding their lawyers and lack in communication with them, but our whole process was very smooth.... We were informed of all necessary information and detals in both cases. We were kept up to date with all paper works and interviews. Basically all we did was just check with Mr. Valverde's office and ask him questions whenever we were wondering about things, and they were always there to email/call us to answer our questions and concerns. Mr. Valverde's service is very professional and friendly. He is a very kind gentleman and a very good listener. I didn't only love the service, but also the whole atmosphere and people who work in his office. I felt welcomed and respected! We are thrilled to work with him again when time comes for getting my citizenship!!

Posted by Jana | July 03, 2012 | Immigration

Ultimately the best immigration lawyer

I couldn't be more pleased with my decision to go with Hugo. My case involved removal proceedings but with his law knowledge and thorough preparation for master hearings and trial he was able to remove this condition and I was granted a green card. Very helpful and positive, knew right away which wai...ver we need to apply for without a hesitation - I went through several lawyers before I chose Hugo and they wanted money first so they can come up with a plan...He didn't mind that I helped with the paperwork, eventhough that decreased his commission-he was very understanding and the final price was very reasonable. Always answered all my questions,always responded to all my emails,always very re-assuring about my case. Professional, kind and so helpful! I just can't thank him enough.

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Hugo Raul Valverde's Lawyer Endorsements

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Federico Serrano

Immigration lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of knowing Hugo for several years now and have worked on a couple of matters together. He's an excellent immigration attorney who is deeply committed to excellence in his work. I highly endorse him."

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Jeremy Smith

Immigration lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I was a student in Hugo's Immigration Law and Procedure back when I was in law school, and I had the honor of interning for him. He is very knowledgeable of the law, has extensive experience, and is a great mentor."

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Arthur Serratelli

Immigration lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Hugo is the go-to-guy for Deportation, Removal & Asylum matters. When our practice is contacted by clients seeking asylum, or relief from deportation or in removal proceedings, we call Hugo. He is bright, he is kind, and he is going to get you the very best result for the most reasonable price. A+ for, and hats off to, Hugo Valverde"

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Nash Fayad

Immigration lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know this lawyer for many years. He is an exceptional and ethical attorney. I recommend him."

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Jennifer Varughese

Immigration lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowing Hugo on both personal and professional bases, I wholeheartedly endorse him as an Immigration Attorney. He is not only highly skilled and experienced, he is also one of the most personable and professional individuals I've ever had the privilege of knowing. Rest assured that any legal case given to Hugo is in the most capable hands!"

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John Sawyer

Immigration lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hugo is my go to guy for all immigration questions and clients. If you have an immigration issue, call him."

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Paul Merullo

Immigration lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hugo Valverde is a lawyer who teaches other lawyers about immigration in bar-sponsored CLE seminars. He is one of a small group of qualified immigration lawyers in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach areas."

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Stephen Pfeiffer

Immigration lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whenever I have a client with an immigration question I send them to Mr. Valverde. I endorse this lawyer."

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Federico Serrano

Immigration lawyer

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Jennifer Varughese

Immigration lawyer

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Nash Fayad

Immigration lawyer

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Arthur Serratelli

Immigration lawyer

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Stephen Pfeiffer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia - Immigration Law, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia - Immigration Law, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Businessman of the Year, Hampton Roads Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

2008

R. Edwin Burnette Jr. Young Lawyer of the Year, Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyers Conference

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Attorney, Valverde Law PLLC

2011 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Kaplan University

2009 - Present

Adjunct Professor of Immigration Law, Regent University School Of Law

2006 - 2019

Managing Partner, Valverde & Rowell PC

2005 - 2006

Attorney Advisor Executive Office for Immigration Review, U.S. Dept. Of Justice

1997 - 2005

Environmental Planner, Hampton Roads Planning District Commission

Associations

2006 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2005

Regent University

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Duke University

MEM

1994

College of William and Mary

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association

So your client is not a US citizen now what?

2016

CLE

Effect of Criminal Convictions on Your Client's Immigration Status

2015

Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court Committee Immigration Consequences of Juvenile & Adult Criminal Convictions

2015

Federal Bar Association Immigration Law Conference Parole in Place

2014

Virginia Governors Spanish Academy Immigration Law

2014

International Law Society

Immigration Law

2014

BB&T Hampton Roads Multicultural Committee Meeting

Introduction to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

2013

Young Lawyers Conference Immigrant Outreach Committee

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

2013

TCVSPCA Specialized Knowledge Day I-9 Compliance and Immigration Issues

2013

Iglesia Nueva Vida Immigration Q & A

Immigration Q & A

2013

Bench/Bar Conference

What Every Lawyer Needs to Know About Immigration Law

Publications

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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