$ 200-250 per hour
Robert Daniel Cates
About Robert
Biography
Having spent most of his childhood witnessing his Colombian mother and aunt experience various obstacles to their residency, Robert has firsthand knowledge of what a difference a sincere and competent Immigration Attorney can make.
Over several years of practice, Robert has successfully represented thousands of clients for their immigration law needs, spanning from Removal Defense (deportation), Family-based and Employment-based Immigration to Consular Processing. These experiences have provided Robert with the practical skills, client interaction and legal judgment necessary for the increasingly competitive and demanding immigration law market. Robert is also fluent in reading, writing and speaking Spanish to facilitate transparency and open communication with his clients.
Specialties: Immigration Law: Removal Defense, Family-based Petitions, Employment-based Immigration
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
90%
14 years
Family
10%
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 13 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Cates Law, PLLC
2912 West Davis Street, Suite 325, Conroe, TX, 77304
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Posted by Bryan | October 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Professional and thorough
My wife and I hired Mr. Cates to help secure her green card. It was not a simple case and required many steps in order to proceed. Robert not only followed up, he followed through and helped us be heard and ultimately approved! Very satisfied with the level of expertise and professionalism.
Posted by Sean | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Wife and Son's Immigration to the USA
I had been living abroad for quite a few years and had many dealings with immigration attorneys and almost as many bad experiences. When it came time to apply for my family's American visa's I expected an equally expensive, time consuming run around experience. To my great surprise and relief I can...
Robert Cates
Replied last August 19, 2016Thank you very much for your kind review Sean! It was a sincere pleasure working for you and I am thrilled that your family was able to join you in the U.S.!
Posted by Erika | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Excellent Service
Mr. Cates was not only successful in helping our family with our needs, but he did so diligently and answered every one of our questions. He was helpful during the long and stressful process, and the end result was a reflection of his dedication to our case. We are grateful for his hard work and the ...
Posted by Jose | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Reunited me with my family.
Robert Cates did an excellent job. He helped me win my immigration case. I will be forever be greatfull for his services. He is very knowledgeable and answered every single question I had. He was very patient with me and very understanding of my situation. I would definitely recommend his services.
Posted by Emelia | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent service
Robert did an excellent job. He exceeded our expectations. Robert went above and beyond to win my sons immigration case. We are very satisfied with his services and would definitely recommend him in the future.
Robert Daniel Cates's Lawyer Endorsements
"Robert Cates is an excellent attorney. He is knowledgeable, understanding and most importantly, experienced. He treats all of his clients with respect and truly understands their situations. He is honest and straightforward with clients in terms of expectations. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Robert, a great lawyer indeed!"
"I previously worked with Robert for several years. Robert is a very thorough and competent attorney. He is a patient person who is always willing to go the extra mile for clients or co-workers."
"I have known Mr. Cates for more than ten years and his passion and love for the field of immigration are inspirational. Mr. Cates is a tenacious lawyer that always goes the extra mile in every case he handles as he leaves no stone unturned when it comes to handling even the most complex of cases. When many lawyers say there is no solution, Mr. Cates finds one. I recommend Mr. Cates for any employment, family, or removal defense case as I know his unyielding dedication will be there every step of the way."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a good lawyer."
Jennifer Burton
Immigration lawyer
Kelley Escobar
Immigration lawyer
Christian Alvarez
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2007
Outstanding Spanish Student of the Year, Baylor University: Department of Modern Foreign Languages
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Cates Law, PLLC | Immigration Law Group
2012 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Jaime Barron, P.C.
2012 - 2012
Staff Attorney, Catholic Charities St. Frances Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance
2010 - 2012
Legal Assistant, Law Offices of Kenneth G. Wincorn & Associates
Associations
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Adjustment of Status (Green card) for Parent of U.S. Citizen in 2 months!
Approved
Cancellation of Removal for Permanent Resident
Granted--client kept his green card
I-140 Request for Evidence
Approved
NACARA motion to reopen for Nicaraguan granted
Approved
I-929 Derivative Spouse of U visa holder
Approved
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
Approved
U visa appeal with Administrative Appeals Office
Approved
F-2A Adjustment of Status
Approved
Legalization
Approved
Adjustment of Status for Same-Sex Couple
Approved
Naturalization
Approved
Adjustment of Status with outstanding removal order
Approved
L-1A visa
Approved
Parole-in-Place
All cases approved
I-601 Waiver of Alien Smuggling
Approved
U visa adjustment
Approved
Violence against Women's Act (VAWA) for Mexican man
Approved
U visa
Approved
H-1B extension
Approved without request for evidence
Cuban Adjustment Act case
Approved
NACARA case--Motion to Reopen and Adjustment
Approved
I-601 for Widow of U.S. Citizen
Approved
Humanitarian Parole
Parole approved
Education
2011
SMU Dedman School of Law
Juris Doctor
2008
Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2016
LULAC Community Amigo Award Banquet
Updates on DACA/DAPA and Executive Action
2016
Handling Your First (or Next) Family Sponsored Immigration Case
Marriage 2: Possible Impediments
Publications
2016
State Bar of Texas CLE
"But We're Married So Why is This so Complicated: Possible Impediments to a Marriage Based Case"
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
65/20 Naturalization appointment
10 Apr 2016
Q&A
Marrying an H2A worker
10 Apr 2016
Q&A
Can my current income from new job be used for affidavit of support instead ofwhat appears on previous tax return?
08 Apr 2016