Gerardo Menchaca

Gerardo Menchaca

4.9
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 23 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration

12500 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX

About Gerardo

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Helping people with US Immigration applications for Green Cards and Work Visas such as the TN Visa, the H1B Visa & the L1 Visa. Also work with investor visas such as the E2 Visa, the EB5 Visa. Other services include Fiance Visa, US Citizenship, etc

23 years | 1,200 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 50 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 23 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2002

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Gerardo Menchaca

12500 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX, 78216

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Gerardo Menchaca's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Elizabeth | October 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Always open to hear and answer questions and concerns

We did our process with Gerardo Menchaca immigration lawyers in 2025-2026, Maria Amaya was our paralegal and she was helping us with the process, always answering our questions, concerns with our process, we recommend their services

Posted by David | October 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Muy profesionales y honestos

Desde que me puse en contacto con el despacho del abogado me dieron mucha confianza. El tramite fue como me lo platico en la primera consulta. Varios familiares ya tenian la visa e1 a traves de otro despacho y desde que conocimos al abogado Menchaca nos cambiamos con el.

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2026

Excelente servicio

Tuve una excelente experiencia con el despacho de abogados de Gerardo Menchaca durante mi proceso de residencia permanente en Estados Unidos. El proceso fue exitoso y recibí muy buena atención y apoyo durante todo el trámite. Quiero destacar especialmente a Rebecca Castro, quien fue de gran ayuda ...durante el proceso. Siempre mostró disposición para ayudar, resolver mis dudas y orientarme en cada etapa. Su atención, profesionalismo y apoyo hicieron que todo fuera mucho más sencillo y llevadero. Estoy muy agradecido con Rebecca y con todo el equipo del despacho por su excelente servicio. Sin duda, recomiendo sus servicios a quienes necesiten ayuda con su proceso migratorio.

Posted by Minh Anh | October 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Rebecca, lawyer who helped me

Rebecca was exceptionally professional and helpful throughout my case. She responded to my questions promptly and guided me through each step of the green card process. I received my card two weeks ago, and I'm very grateful for her support. She was also warm and friendly, which made the process much... easier. I would gladly recommend Rebecca and her office to anyone I know who needs assistance obtaining a green card.

Posted by Valery E | October 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Green Card Process

Three years ago, I hired Fernando Martinez from the Gerardo Menchaca law firm to help me with my green card application. I was assigned Rebecca Castro as my paralegal, and the service was excellent from start to finish. My application was processed fairly quickly, and they always answered all of m...y questions and concerns promptly. Whether I reached out by phone or email, they were always very responsive and helpful. A few months ago, I hired them again for my green card renewal, and once again, everything was excellent. The entire team has always been professional, knowledgeable, and truly attentive throughout the process. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for immigration attorneys. Thank you, Fernando, Rebecca, and the entire team, for all your help!

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Gerardo Menchaca's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anita Gurnani

Immigration lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly skilled and respected lawyer"

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David Trevino

Immigration lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"We've collaborated on several matters and I can confidently say he is highly knowledgeable on matters relating to immigration and business law."

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Francisco Alvillar

Immigration lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. On several occasions I have spoken to this attorney regarding issues of nonimmigrant visas. He is very knowledgeable and well informed on the subject and it is my opinion that he has the ability and skill set to represent his clients at a very high level."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Best Lawyers of 2017, Scene in SA Magazine

2016

Best Lawyers of 2016, Scene in SA Magazine

2014

Best Lawyers in 2014, Scene in SA Magazine

2012

Best Lawyers in 2012, Scene in SA Magazine

2011

Best Lawyers in 2011, Scene in SA Magazine

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Escamilla & Poneck, LLP

2006 - 2013

Attorney at Law, Bozada PC

Associations

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - Present

San Antonio Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2009

Positive Beginnings, Inc, Nonprofit Child Development

Past Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Investor Visa

Successful

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Education

2002

St. Mary's University School of Law

Juris Doctor (JD)

Speaking Engagements

2017

EB5 Visa for Permanent Residency

Green Card via the EB5 Visa Program

2017

Certainty in Uncertain Times: Taxes, Immigration, Investments and More US Immigration Under President Trump

2017

2005

University of Texas at San Antonio Talk on How to get a Work Visa How to get a Work Visa

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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