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Biography
Francisco was born and raised in Texas. His grandparents were born in Mexico and immigrated to the United States in the 1930’s and settled in El Paso, Texas. This background provides him with a deep personal connection to his immigration law practice. He has practiced immigration and naturalization law exclusively and has more than five years of successful immigration experience working on behalf of his clients from all over the world including countries such as Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Columbia, Brazil, Venezuela, Ethiopia, Somalia, France, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain. He has represented these clients in a wide variety of immigration matters from investor visas to defense from deportation to naturalizations.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Immigration
100%
19 years
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Licensed in Texas for 18 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2007
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Location
Alvillar Law, PC
85 NE Loop 410, Suite 560, San Antonio, TX, 78216
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Francisco Javier Alvillar's Reviews
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Posted by Mister Medellin | November 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellence personified
Francisco “Frank” Alvillar is everything I could ask for in a lawyer as a client. Great communicator, researches your personal case/situation very well, will do all he can to make sure you succeed in court. Amazing court room presence, can tell he’s very experienced and confident in what he’s present...
Posted by Mayte Miramontes | August 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
They will always answer.
Francisco Alvillar and his assistant Monica are by far the best , Monica always very attentive to any question and concern my husband and I had ! I 100 recommend Alvillar.
Posted by Elisa | April 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Everything was a succes!
Arregló la ciudadania Norteamericana de mi hija. de la mejor manera tanto profesional como cuidadosa con el tramite. Estoy muy contenta con todo, el trato ,el seguimiento y el éxito de dicho caso!
Posted by Mayra | March 3, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Immigration Lawyer
Mr. Alvillar came highly recommended by another family, and I witnessed first hand his professional and human way to handle the consultation. He was very straight forward and made it easy to understand the situation, the cost and next steps.
Posted by Jigar | March 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Extremely professional and competent Attorney
I worked with Mr. Alvillar and his office on my Green Card and and naturalization over a period of 3 years. It was a moderately complex case or so it seemed to me. There was not a single instance where my questions were not answered or there was a delay or mistake in paperwork. I had a perfect experi...
Francisco Javier Alvillar's Lawyer Endorsements
"Frank Alvillar is intelligent, articulate, and extremely knowledgeable on a breadth of immigration matters. For a few years now, I've consulted with Frank on immigration removal cases. He's one of those rare attorneys that has both an expert grasp of the statute and regulations as well as a down-to-earth, practical understanding of the way that people and agencies work."
"Mr. Alvillar has a dedication to his clients that gives lawyers a good name. I've trusted Mr. Alvillar in the past to provide advice in various areas of law, and he has proven to be extremely knowledgeable. I have the utmost respect for him, and would not hesitate recommending him to my friends and clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Alvillar consistently makes thoughtful answers on Avvo."
"I endorse Francisco without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."
"Highly skilled and respected in the community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Alvillar consistently makes thoughtful answers on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer"
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Grateful to have a sharp legal mind as a fellow immigration attorney."
"Mr. Alvillar's answers on AVVO and thoughts expressed in them are, in my opinion, examples of well-thought approach to advising the askers as well as expressions of knowledge and understanding of the law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Francisco regularly provides thoughtful and correct answers on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is an excellent immigration attorney and has several years of experience. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very competent lawyer and cares for his clients and in particular the Latino community. I often refer clients to him who require representation in Texas and will continue to do so in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Alvlillar professionally for three years and have referred several immigration clients to him. None have complained about him or his staff; and, several had great praise for him and his dedicated work ethic. Mr. Alvillar is a true champion of the people he represents."
"I endorse this lawyer. Francisco is an excellent lawyer. I have worked with him on a number of matters and have always found him to be very knowledgeable about immigration law. A dedicated lawyer, he always works hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a good friend of mine and we have worked together on several immigration matters. He is always well prepared, knows the law and is ready to make an excellent argument on behalf of his clients. He cares about his clients and fights hard to keep them together. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently worked with Mr. Alvillar on a matter and his attention to case strategy was very impressive. He was prepared at each step of the process and was always ready to respond in an impactful way."
"Francisco is an excellent immigration lawyer, who I have personally known to handle several removal cases including asylum, cancellation of removal, and individuals with criminal records. He has a firm grasp of immigration law, and is first rate in handling the most complex cases."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Board Certified - Immigration and Nationality Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Alvillar Law, PC
2007 - 2008
Associate, De Mott, McChesney, Curtright and Armendáriz, LLP
Associations
2011 - Present
San Antonio Bar Association, Immigration and Nationality Law Section
2011 - Present
San Antonio Bar Association
2008 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Education
2006
University Of Arizona
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of Texas
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
University of Incarnate Word
Life After F-1 and J-1 Visas
2016
Divorces Involving Lawful Permanent Residents: Obligations and Impact of From 1-864, Affidavit of Support
Immigration Law
2015
San Antonio Brown Bag Lunch Series
The Basics: How an Immigrant Obtains a Green Card
2015
Nuts and Bolts of Immigration Law
Immigration Impact of Criminal Convictions in Texas
2015
"Pregunatas a un Abogado" - TV Program
Asylum Law and Related Issues
Publications
2015
Elite Attorney Magazine
Deferred Action, Good or Bad for the Country?
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my spouse who is a US citizen file for a greencard petetion for my siblings?
14 Nov 2017
Q&A
Can i cross the falfurrias check point with my work authorization card?
25 Oct 2017
Q&A
Can I travel with my kid when I'm traveling to US for my masters degree?
05 Jul 2017