Gerardo Lara Dean

Gerardo Lara Dean

4.9
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Real Estate

4849 N Milwaukee Ave. Suite 305, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 20 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

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Law Offices of Gerardo L. Dean LLC

4849 N Milwaukee Ave. Suite 305, Chicago, IL, 60630

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Gerardo Lara Dean's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

86 Client Reviews

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Posted by JENNIFER | October 11, 2025 | Immigration

Exceptional Legal Guidance with Heart

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Atty. Gerardo Dean and Ms. Joy Dean for their exceptional support and compassion throughout my daughter’s immigration journey. From the very beginning, they guided us with patience, professionalism, and genuine care, making every step clear and worry-fr...ee. Atty. Dean’s calm and reassuring approach gave me confidence and peace of mind, while Ms. Joy’s kindness and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and well-organized. Together, they went above and beyond—always responsive, always caring, and always dedicated to doing what’s best for their clients. Because of their expertise and heartfelt service, my daughter is now safely here in the United States. I will forever be thankful for their integrity, wisdom, and compassion. They are truly remarkable professionals and a blessing to every family they help. ❤️ — Jennifer Bogoslofski

Posted by Maryanna | December 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Messed up my case, refused to fix his mistakes

Absolutely stay away from this crook. The worst lawyer in Chicagoland. He is careless, rude and not a person you want your immigration case to be handled. Unfortunately, I was referred to him by a few friends. He provided false information on my application, of course my case got denied, he refused t...o fix it and write appeal with expiration of a purposeful mistake, got nasty, however was quick enough to take payment in full!!!! Took me a lot of time money and effort to got it fixed by another attorney in NY. Do not use him, save your money and time. He is disgurting individual

Posted by Cindy | March 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Reliable, Excellent Lawyer

Atty Gerardo Dean was recommended to me by a friend. My tourist visa already expired,Im about to become an illegal and my only resort was to go back to my country and process my immigration there. After a phone consultation, I realized that it is wise to retain him as my lawyer. He responded right a...way and let me know what he could do. He helped me find a sponsor and a job for me. He applied for my visa and I am greatly satisfied because it only took 1 year and four months for me to get my greencard from the first day of our consultation. Proffesional, efficient, knowledgeable and reliable. I appreciate everything that he has done for me. The rapport and guidance was outstanding at all times, prompt, timely and open for calls and quick updates and worked through all of the questions and issues regarding my case. He went above and beyond and did everything he could to ensure a great outcome. I highly recommend Atty. Gerardo Dean for his excellent job Please do not hesitate to contact him in any legal matters you might need in the future.

Posted by Joey | March 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration lawyer

Excellent and honest lawyer.I will definitely recommend him.He is the reason why my family is able to come to United States because of his help.He is the right immigration lawyer for the people who are seeking to come to United States.

Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EB3 approval

I was referred to Geraldo L Dean by a friend who was already working with him. We were to begin the EB3 application as a foreign train nurse sometime in February 2019. I was misinformed by most recruiting agencies and they wasted my time. Geraldo was honest and straight forward on talking to him. May... 2019 the process began, he did a good job on every application he sent and rendered his legal advice on any issues that came up. At the end, we received our Green card in October 2019. I will strongly recommend him to any one. You just have to believe in him and be patient. “Patience patience is the way out.

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

2012

Avvo client's choice award, AVVO

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Principal Attorney, LAW OFFICES OF GERARDO L DEAN LLC

2006 - 2012

Real Estate Pre-license Instructor, NORTHWESTERN BUSINESS COLLEGE

Associations

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

2006 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Languages

English

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