Claudia Hernandez

Claudia Hernandez

4.4
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration, Family

800 Dolorosa, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX

About Claudia

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 13 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2012

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

De Mott, McChesney, Curtright, & Armendariz, LLP

800 Dolorosa, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX, 78207

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Claudia Hernandez's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 6 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Valerie Dorado | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

SUPERB Attorney!!!!

Claudia Hernandez took over my case a couple of months after it started. She was able to pick up the pieces, including the missing ones, and provided me excellent representation! This was the first time I've ever really had to deal with a situation like the one I was put in and it was NOT easy for me... at all. I really felt like Ms. Hernandez tried putting herself in "my position" and showed extreme sincerity not only my case but for my feelings also. Even though opposing counsel was difficult, her approach with opposing counsel was right on point! She consistently kept me informed and returned all my emails and phone calls almost instantly. Her Superb work NEVER went unnoticed!

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Claudia Hernandez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Morgan

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Claudia Hernandez is a dedicated professional and a passionate advocate. Her client's interests are always at the forefront when she steps into a courtroom. She will tirelessly hammer away at each barrier in pursuit of justice for her clients."

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Andrew Rogers

Family lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michele Locke

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Melody Petitt

Family lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amy Troy

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Claudia is a wonderful attorney. She is dedicated to her clients and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a family law attorney."

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Joseph Caputo

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Claudia is a smart, capable attorney who I would recommend to handle any family law matter."

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Jack Zinda

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Hudson

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Jimenez

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Claudia is a resilient and determined advocate. I would trust her abilities to get the job done whatever the case may be."

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Burgess Williams

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shawn Smith

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Claudia is one of the most talented attorney's I have had the pleasure of working with. Not only does she have a sharp legal mind, but she has a true ability to communicate complex concepts to clients and make them feel comfortable."

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Ryan Toomey

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Kocian

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Juan Rodriguez

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Warren Craig

Family lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked extensively with Claudia on many cases and witnessed first hand the high level of competence, professionalism, and skill that she brings to each case. She truly cares about her clients' cases and is committed to obtaining successful results. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for services in the area of family law."

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Amy Thomas

Family lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Claudia Hernandez. She is a smart attorney who advocates passionately for her clients. Her expertise in the field of immigration is well-recognized by her peers. I fully expect that she will be a San Antonio family law expert in the near future."

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Michael Morgan

Immigration lawyer

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Tina Torres

Family lawyer

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Melody Petitt

Family lawyer

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Ryan Toomey

Personal injury lawyer

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Neil Solomon

Personal injury lawyer

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Erin Hudson

Litigation lawyer

Amy Hildebrandt Troy headshot
Amy Troy

Family lawyer

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Michele Locke

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Robert Jimenez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Juan Rodriguez

Immigration lawyer

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Amy Thomas

Immigration lawyer

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Warren Craig

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2011

UC Davis Asylum Law Moot Court Tournament, UC Davis

2011

Dallas Hispanic Bar Association Scholarship Recipient, Dallas Hispanic Bar Association

2009

Best Respondent Brief, Dawson & Sodd Moot Court Competition

N/A

Dean’s List, Baylor School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, De Mott, McChesney, Curtright, & Armendariz, LLP

2016 - 2017

Attorney, Zinda Law Group, PLLC

2012 - 2015

Attorney, De Mott, McChesney, Curtright, & Armendariz, LLP

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, The Honorable Gena Slaughter, 191st District Cour

2008 - 2009

Legal Intern, Law Office of Eric Cedillo

Associations

2016 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

2016 - Present

San Antonio Family Lawyers Association

2016 - Present

Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio

2016 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

San Antonio Bar Association

2015 - 2016

San Antonio Bar Association, Immigration and Nationality Law Section

Co-chair

2013 - 2015

State Bar of Texas, Immigration and Nationality Law Section

Education

2012

Baylor University

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Texas at Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Immigration Service and Aid Center Seminar

Immigration Law- Removal Defense

2014

Immigration Service and Aid Center Seminar

Immigration Law- Removal Defense

Languages

English

Spanish

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