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Biography
Attorney Francisco Tinoco was born and raised in South Texas, from immigrant parents.
After graduating from Edinburg High School located in Edinburg, Texas, Mr. Tinoco attended Columbia College in New York City, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in American History.
After graduating from Columbia College, Mr. Tinoco attended the Law School at Columbia University, also located in the City of New York. Mr. Tinoco was awarded the Juris Doctor degree from Columbia Law School, with a Certification from the Parker School of Foreign and Comparative Law. Mr. Tinoco is licensed to practice law in Texas, New York and Washington, D.C.
However, with respect to immigration cases, which are governed by federal law, Mr. Tinoco is able to represent clients from all over the United States and from all around the Globe. Mr. Tinoco has succesfully represented clients from all over the United States, and internationally from Mexico, Canada, the United Kingdom, China, India, Myanmar, Phillipines, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela, Honduras, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, to name just a few.
After practicing law in New York City at Clifford Chance, LLP, a major international law firm, Mr. Tinoco decided to return to Texas to start his own law practice and help clients with their immigration applications, including investor visas and work visas, before U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services and before the U.S. Consulates and U.S. Embassies around the world,.
Mr. Tinoco focuses his practice on family petitions, namely Adjustment of Status cases and Consular Process, Citizenship and Naturalization cases, I-601 and I-601A Waivers, VAWA, U Visas, E-2 and E-1 Investor Visa cases, and TN and L-1 work visas.
Mr. Tinoco is proud that he has helped thousands of families to legally live, work and remain in the United States.
Immigration Laws are very complicated, and the right legal counsel matters.
Attorney Francisco Tinoco is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced immigration lawyer, with more than 23 years of legal experience. After an initial consultation, he will advise you if you have a good case.
The first consultation at our office is always free and personally with Attorney Francisco Tinoco.
More than 24 years of experience! Lawful Permanent Residence, Citizenship, Investor and Work Visas. The first consultation is free! Mas de 24 anos de experiencia! Apoyamos con Residencia Permanente, Ciudadania, Visas de Inversionista y Visas de Trabajo. La primera consulta es sin costo!
Attorney Tinoco has extensive experience in forming companies, including for our clients applying for Investor Visas. Our Investor Visa clients are predominantly from Mexico, with businesses in the produce, international trade, the manufacturing industries and small businesses.
Your first consultation is always with Attorney Tinoco! We help with family petitions for greencards, Citizenship, E-2 and E-1 investor visas, L-1 and TN work visas, Eb-1 and Eb-2 Visas. We have helped thousands of clients live, work and remain in the United States.
Attorney Tinoco focuses on immigration matters, but his practice also encompasses other legal areas, such as civil litigation cases. Attorney Tinoco has obtained millions of dollars of judgments for our clients. Attorney Tinoco recently obtained a jury verdict of $1.2 million in federal court.
Attorney Tinoco focuses on immigration matters, but his practice also encompasses other areas such as personal injury cases. Attorney Tinoco recently obtained a settlement of $5 million dollars for our client who suffered a work-related injury in an oil field related accident.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Immigration
80%
Personal Injury
10%
Corporate and Incorporation
5%
27 years
Litigation
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Pro bono
5 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 16 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 24 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of J. Francisco Tinoco, P.C.
5444 Westheimer Rd., Suite 1000, Houston, TX, 77056
The Law Office of J. Francisco Tinoco, P.C.
(956) 683-8305
Fax
200 South 10th Street, Suite 802, Mcallen, TX, 78501
The Law Office of J. Francisco Tinoco, P.C.
21 Waterway Avenue, Suite 300, The Woodlands, TX, 77380
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Posted by Caroline Berlanga | March 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney
The best one
They are the best!!! Francisco and all the staff, thanks so much for helping me with my process. Definitely the best option and most professional.
Posted by Jennifer | March 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Son personas muy preparadas!
Una gran experiencia, nos ayudó con la preparación de todo el caso, y resolviendo todas nuestras dudas.
Posted by Karen Varela Pindter | March 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excelente trato y amabilidad!
I am very grateful to Attorney J.Francisco Tinoco and his entire staff for their support throughout my case. From day one, they took my case seriously and made the entire process quick. Ms. Claudia was always available to answer my calls and questions, and Ms. Argentina guided me from the very beginn...
Posted by Juan Z | March 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent service and professionalism
Mr. Tinoco and his staff explained every step, answered all of my questions with patience, and kept me updated throughout the entire process, giving me complete confidence that my case was in the right hands.
Posted by Elizabeth | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Legal Resident Process
We highly recommend this law office. All the staff was just beyond amazing. Berta helped us so much all the time. If we had questions she would always find an answer and made sure we were assisted in a timely manner. The process was so smooth for us. We have recommended this law firm to our friends. ...
J. Francisco Tinoco's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent lawyer, will find out the issues and provide professional and adequate representation"
"I endorse this lawyer. He is kind, knowledgeable, and a real mensch"
"Excellent Attorney. He fights for his clients!"
"J. Francisco Tinoco is smart and capable."
"I have worked with J. Francisco Tinoco on several Immigration matters. He has a strong grasp of the law and truly cares about his clients."
"I endorse Juan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paco is very competent in immigration and federal law. He has a very knowledgeable staff which makes attaining results efficient and easy. I have learned a lot from him and know that he will remain a vital legal mentor."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Francisco is a skilled advocate for his clients and well-respected by his colleagues. He has a superior work ethic and credentials."
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Experience
Honors
2023
America's Most Honored Lawyer - Top 10%, American Registry
2023
Client's Choice, AVVO
2023
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2022
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Distinguished Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
America's Most Honored Lawyer - Top 10%, American Registry
2022
Top Rated Lawyer, AVVO
2021
Top Rated Lawyer, Avvo
2021
America's Most Honored Lawyer - Top 10%, American Registry
2020
Client's Choice, AVVO
2020
Most Honored Lawyers 2020, American Registry
2020
Top Rated Attorney, Avvo
2019
Top Attorneys Top 10%, American Registry
2019
Excellence Award, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
Top Rated Lawyer, Avvo
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Excellence Award, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Top Attorneys, American Registry
2017
Top Attorneys, American Registry
2017
Distinguished Member, Lawyers of Distinction
1999
Certification from Parker School of Foreign and Comparative Law, Columbia University School of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of J. Francisco Tinoco, P.C. - McAllen, TX and Houston, TX Offices
2004 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Wiggin & Dana, LLP - New Haven, CT Office
1999 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Clifford Chance US, LLP - New York City, NY Office
1998 - 1998
Judicial Externship, The Honorable Magistrate Judge Theodore H. Katz - Southern District of New York - New York City, NY
Associations
2018 - Present
Bar Association of the Fifth Federal CircuitMember
2017 - Present
Immigrant HopeBoard Member
2009 - Present
Hidalgo County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2014 - 2018
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2018
Mcallen Chamber of CommerceMember
2008 - 2016
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
The Law Funder LLC v. Sergio Munoz, et al
Federal Jury Verdict in favor of our client in the Amount of $1.2 million
Maldonado v. USA
U.S. Passport Granted in Federal Court
USA v. Client
Successful Not Guilty Verdict After Jury Trial in Federal Court
Gonzales Morales v. USCIS
After trial in Federal Court Client's Naturalization was GRANTED.
Civil Litigation Client; Federal Court McAllen, Texas
$143,000 Judgment in favor of client
Confidential Personal Injury Client; McAllen, Texas
$150,000 Settlement for Client
Galvotec Alloys, Inc. v. Gaus Anodes Int'l, LLC, Federal Court Southern District of Texas
$287,170.87 Judgment in favor of client
The Law Funder, LLC v. Munoz, et al, Federal Court Southern District of Texas.
$2.9 million judgment in favor of client
Confidential Civil Litigation Client; Hidalgo County, Texas.
$863,423 Judgment in favor of client.
Confidential Civil Litigation Client; Hidalgo County, Texas
$377,344 Judgment in favor of client
Confidential Civil Litigation Client; Hidalgo County, Texas
$500,000 Settlement in favor of client
Education
1999
Columbia University School of Law - New York City, NY
Juris Doctor
1996
Columbia College - New York City, NY
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
Semana de Asesorias Legales Externas. Mexican Consulate.
Derechos Laborales, Visas de Inversion y Visas de Trabajo
2024
Invest, Live and Work in the United States! Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
Investor Visas, Work Visas, Starting a Business in the United States
2023
Semana de Asesorias Legales Externas. Mexican Consulate.
Immigration Options to USA: Greencards thru Family, Work Visas and Investor Visas
2023
Know Your Labor Rights! - Conoce tus Derechos Laborales! Mexican Consulate.
Labor Laws and Immigration Laws for Workers
2023
Invierte, Vive y Trabaja en los Estados Unidos! Madrid, Spain
Invest, Live and Work in the United States!
2022
Semana de Asesorias Legales Externas - Consulado de Mexico
Soluciones a Preguntas de Inmigracion
2022
Labor Laws and Immigration Laws for Workers - Mexican Consulate
Labor Rights for Workers in the United States
2022
Attorney Francisco Tinoco- Conference Lima, Peru
How to Live and Work in the USA!
2021
Labor Laws and Immigration Laws for Workers - Mexican Consulate
Labor Rights for Workers in the United States
2020
MIGRACION HABLEMOS 2020 - Camera de Comercio Internacional
Work Visas, Investor Visas
2019
Agronegocios Conference - Mexican Consulate
Tourist, Work and Investor Visas
Publications
1999
American Review of International Arbitration
Editor
1998
American Review of International Arbitration
Editor
Languages
English
Spanish