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Gerald Shapiro

also known as Jerry Shapiro

4.9
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 28 years

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

16133 Ventura Blvd. #700, Encino, CA

About Gerald

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 85%

Deportation defense, consular visa processing, naturalization, lawful permanent residence, appeals, motions, waivers and federal court writs.

30 years

85%
Criminal Defense 15%

Post Conviction Criminal Defense

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jerry Shapiro

16133 Ventura Blvd. #700, Encino, CA, 91436-2406

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Gerald Shapiro's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

134 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sherry | April 25, 2012 | Immigration

My family and i highly recomend Mr Shapiro .

Mr Shapiro is representing my son in his emigration case , He is very knowledgeable , trustworthy , caring .and well known emigration attorney in US . We appropriate the great job he has done for our son .

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2011 | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Lawyer

Mr. Shapiro did a excellent job in defending one of my family member through a difficult immigration trial. He was honest and up front from the time he took the case. Not only was he honest but also professional and down to earth. When it seems that there was no hope and a lot of dissapointment, He ...was honest to say he will do his best to make our case heard. He is one of the most honest and trustwordly lawyer you could have. I rate Mr. Shapiro excellent because he is an outstanding lawyer. We are from Belize and mr Shapiro help my family member obtain legal status in the United States. Mr shapiro was very defiant in defending my family member. He went to the INS building on sevral occasions to make sure he got whatever documents he needed to prepare for our case. He visited my family member who was in INS custody on sevral ocassions to prepare for the case. He made sure we had all necessary paper work for our court date. The services from mr Shapiro's office definately met and exceeded our needs. We definately will and has always recomend mr Shapiro whenever any approach us that need an INS lawyer.

Posted by Jaime and Jackie, West Covina | December 29, 2010 | Immigration

Jerry Shapiro is the best Immigration Lawyer

Jerry came thru for us in a very big way. Jerry stood by our side for 6 years and saw that we got Justice. Jerry was very Professional, Positive and always had plan B ready in case Plan A did not work out. We have recommended Jerry to friends and relatives and if we need an expert in Immigration L...aw we would not hesitate to call Jerry Shapiro.

Posted by Sebastian | December 03, 2010 | Criminal Defense

excellent lawyer

I had a complex situation that required in depth research from over 20 years ago. Mr Shapiro provided me with confidence throughout the case and the result was exactly as he predicted. I would not hesitate to recommend him for anyone where criminal matters overlapped with immigration problems.

Posted by Lanny | November 30, 2010 | Immigration

Great Attorney

Mr. Shapiro was very knowledgable with the law of Immigration. He was able to present documents and case to the Judge, to avoid deportation. I am very grateful for his service. I would recommend Mr. Gerald Shapiro, to anyone who is currently dealing with any Immigraton situation.

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Gerald Shapiro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Cunningham

Immigration lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Schwartz

Immigration lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer...integrity, knowledge and dedication."

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Jong Lee

Immigration lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fakhrudeen Hussain

Immigration lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consider Jerry to be one of the very best in the field of immigration law. I have referred very difficult cases to Jerry where he has used his knowledge, skill and diligence to bring a positive outcome. The clients I have referred to Jerry have been very satisfied and have thanked me for referring them to him. I continue to consult with Jerry on difficult deportation cases and I have always received valuable guidance from him. Most of all Jerry Shapiro is very helpful and goes out of his way to make sure that clients understand the complex nature of their case and communicates with clients every step out of the way. Clients who I have referred to Jerry have always admired his quick response to their calls and emails. I highly recommend Jerry Shapiro in any immigration and or criminal matter."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1998 - 2008

Founding Partner, Law Offices of Fuire & Shapiro

1988 - 1997

Associate Director, Anti-Defamation League

Associations

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Immigration Section

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Education

1984

UCLA

Master of Arts

1981

UCLA

Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Southwestern University School of Law

Juris Doctorate

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