Patricia Corrales

Patricia Corrales

also known as Patty Corrales

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 36 years

Immigration Lawyer at Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense

708 N. Marengo Avenue, Suite E, Pasadena, CA

About Patricia

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

Strategic Consulting on Immigration Cases Complicated Citizenship cases with both USCIS and State Department Removal Defense Family Immigration Litigation

31 years | 600 cases

90%
Criminal Defense 10%

Handle Misdemeanor and Felony Cases from arriagnment to trial Post-Conviction Relief

15 years | 250 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 30 years

State: California

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 36 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1990

Withdrawn

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Patricia M. Corrales

708 N. Marengo Avenue, Suite E, Pasadena, CA, 91103

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Patricia Corrales's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Dreamer's dream come true

Ms. Corrales was exactly the lawyer I was hoping to find after a 36 yr journey in trying to adjust my immigration status. From the very first consultation I had with her, I could tell Patty was extremely knowledgeable, ethical, and a very experienced lawyer. I had multiple open petitions including ...a I-130 relative petition, an H-1B through employer, and finally DACA. Patty advised on the best path forward given my current situation and made sure my final application was thorough, consistent, and accurate given my previous applications. I could always count on a personal response back to any of my emails and her office was also extremely responsive to all my calls. After 36 years I am now a permanent resident and I highly recommend Patty for any immigration need. I cant thank her enough for making a Dreamer's dream come true.

Posted by Delmy | July 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

My mother has her residency!

After multiple failed attempts with other agencies/individuals, my mother finally came across Patricia to help her with her immigration issue. Patricia worked diligently with my mother and she is now a permanent resident. We appreciate all she did for my mother and how she presented her case. What... felt impossible was possible with Patricia and her team. She is amazing. I have recommended her to my friends. We can't thank her enough!

Posted by George A. | May 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Attorney

Finding Patricia Corrales was a godsend. I happened to be in the area when I saw her office and after some research I decided to go in and talk with her. After many years and several different attorneys, I always left feeling defeated and disappointed but my meeting with Ms. Corrales went differently... and I knew I had found an exceptional attorney. She was professional, knowledgeable, and reviewed all my paperwork. She not only has a thorough understanding of immigration law but of the immigration process as well. She carefully planned and explained every necessary step I would need to take for my case. I knew it would be a difficult process but her continued dedication paid off and we won! I would highly recommend her services to anyone. Thank you Patricia, Maria, and all the staff for your hard work and dedication.

Posted by Yolanda Landaverde | January 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing Attorney

My husband and I had our immigration case pending for over three years. We had not received any updates or a decision for so long. We attempted to call for updates work with previous attorney to get us an answer or some sort of update! But nothing was done. We decided to hire Patricia in October of 2...020 because we needed to get our case moving. As soon as we hired her, just a few weeks later we received an interview date. Patty wasted no time and got our case moving! We are so grateful for what Patty was able to do for us. We just recently had our interview and got approved! Thank you so much to the law office of Patricia Corrales. If you’re looking for someone to really handle business she is the attorney to go with. Thank you so much again.

Posted by Chelsea | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Military Parole in Place

Patty has been an absolute Godsend to my family and me. We first came to her about 2 years ago asking her for help with my parent's immigration case. It was by no means an easy case but Patty exemplifies the characteristics of an advocate. She is honest and direct; from the moment she reviewed our ca...se she told us it would be a hard one but one that she would fight for. She was successful in securing Parole in Place for my parent's; even after USCIS initially denied it. Maria has also been a wonderful advocate for my family. She's worked with us at various stages during this process and has been invaluable. I can't thank this office enough for all that they have done for my parent's. It has been a long process but not once did we ever question the commitment of Patty, Maria, and their staff. They've been there to share our sentiments which always made us feel like more than just clients to them. Thank you for advocating for us during this journey, for your professionalism, kind hearts, and hard work! I, without a doubt, recommend the Law Offices of Patricia M. Corrales.

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patricia is a top-notch defense and immigration attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community."

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Curtis Pierce

Immigration lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Corrales is a very knowledgable and experienced attorney who knows the fine points of both immigration and criminal law. Her prior experience working for the US government makes her all the more effective. I have also found her to be honest, ethical, and conscientious. Highly recommended."

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Daniela Romero

Immigration lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Patricia is a true superstar in immigration law. I am a local bankruptcy attorney and anytime I have a question regarding immigration, I know that I can go to her and get the correct legal analysis. She is very caring and knowledgeable and if you want an attorney who will fight for you, hire Patricia."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

Excellent Performance Award, US Department of Homeland Security, Office the Principal Advisor

2009

Award for Contribution in Successful Prosecution, FBI

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Patricia M. Corrales

1995 - 2012

Senior Attorney, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement

1991 - 1994

Deputy District Attorney, Denver County District Attorney's Office

1989 - 1991

Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable David Ramirez, Denver District Court

Associations

California Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Marilyn Dang, 488 F.3d 1135 (9th 2007)

Successful decision for the Government

Bellajaro v. Schiltgen, 378 F.3d 1042 (9th 2004)

Government was successful

zayed v. US, Sixth Circuit

Sucessful

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Education

2010

U.S. Postgraduate Naval School

Executive Leaders Program

1989

University of Colorado School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Mount Saint Mary College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Annual OPLA Conference

National Security and Denaturalization

Publications

2013

Crimimmigration Immigration and the Mentally Ill

Languages

Spanish

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