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
Offers high quality legal services in the following areas: -Adjustment of Status -Naturalization -Consular Processing -Derivative Citizenship -Immigrant Visas -Nonimmigrant Visas -Investor Visas -Temporary Worker Visas -Removal Proceedings -Asylum and Withholding of Removal -Cancellation of Removal -Custody Redetermination -Immigration Related Criminal Issues
15 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2007 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 424 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Board Certified - Immigration and Nationality Law | Texas Board of Legal Specialization | 2017 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner/Attorney | Alvillar Law, PC | 2008 - Present |
Associate | De Mott, McChesney, Curtright and Armendáriz, LLP | 2007 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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San Antonio Bar Association, Immigration and Nationality Law Section | 2011 - Present | |
San Antonio Bar Association | 2011 - Present | |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | 2008 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Elite Attorney Magazine | Deferred Action, Good or Bad for the Country? | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University Of Arizona | JD - Juris Doctor | 2006 |
University of Texas | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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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 | 2016 |
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 | 2015 |
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Vinesh Patel, Immigration Attorney on Nov 27, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Marc Windtberg, Immigration Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Friend
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.
Veronica Campos, Immigration Attorney on Aug 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Alvillar consistently makes thoughtful answers on Avvo.
Brent Hardy, Immigration Attorney on Aug 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Francisco without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Other
Highly skilled and respected in the community. I endorse this lawyer.
Douglas Borthwick, Immigration Attorney on Dec 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
George Tenreiro, Unknown Attorney on Oct 8, 2014
Relationship: Other
Mr. Alvillar consistently makes thoughtful answers on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer
John O'Brien, Immigration Attorney on Oct 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Marc Windtberg, Immigration Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Friend
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.
Griselda Ponce, Immigration Attorney on Jan 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Grateful to have a sharp legal mind as a fellow immigration attorney.
Vinesh Patel, Immigration Attorney on Nov 27, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Alexander Segal, Immigration Attorney on Nov 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Riisa Petersen, Immigration Attorney on Nov 1, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Jay Nunez, Immigration Attorney on Oct 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Francisco regularly provides thoughtful and correct answers on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer.
Joel Gonzalez, Immigration Attorney on Jun 26, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Frank is an excellent immigration attorney and has several years of experience. I highly recommend him.
Janell Avila, Unknown Attorney on May 14, 2013
Relationship: Friend
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.
David Trevino, Unknown Attorney on May 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael De La Paz, Immigration Attorney on Apr 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Juan Rodriguez, Immigration Attorney on Apr 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Rosario Ramirez, Immigration Attorney on Apr 22, 2013
Relationship: Friend
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.
Jack Hawthorne, Unknown Attorney on Apr 18, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Sean Keane-Dawes, Immigration Attorney on Apr 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.