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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 anonymous | November 30, 2010 | Immigration

Great attorney for green card needs

Jerry was very clear and helpful about what we would need for every step of the immigration and naturalization process. He was very attentive and available to answer any questions we had. He was hired specifically to acquire a green card but 5 years later, he has continued to help us by answering ...questions about other family immigration matters. We find him very knowledgeable and we recommend him wholeheartedly

Posted by Raymond | November 29, 2010 | Immigration

I recommend Jerry Shapiro

I had a misdemeanor on my record, having gone to different attorneys to get my citizenship, I would sense that most of the attorneys didn’t want to get involve with my case, or they would tell me that I have a very difficult time getting my citizenship. Jerry Shapiro told me the consequences and also... encouraged me to go forward and apply and get my citizenship. He had to go back and negotiating with officers involved in my case and finally got my citizenship. He is an honest and a professional attorney, and I would recommend him to anyone with immigration problems.

Posted by Melania | November 28, 2010 | Immigration

Mr. Shapiro

He is a professional lawyer. I will always be thankful because he gave me hope when everything was impossible for others. And here is, I have my residence after 4 years that been waiting and waiting. Thank you God to let us meet good people with knowledge such as Mr. Shapiro.

Posted by MARTIN | November 23, 2010 | Immigration

GREAT, SMART AND THE ONLY LAWYER WE'D TRUST FOR IMMIGRATION

JERRY IS THE BEST. WE WOULD ONLY TRUST JERRY WITH OUR IMMIGRATION ISSUES. HE IS SMART, GETS THE JOB DONE, AND IS HONEST ABOUT WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE. HE IS EXTREMELY FAIR WITH FEES. HE IS THE ONLY IMMIGRATION LAWYER I WOULD EVER RECOMMEND TO CLIENTS OR FRIENDS. AND I KNOW THE DIFFERENCE, CAUSE I'...M A LAWYER TOO.

Posted by Ahmad | November 23, 2010 | Asylum

I got my asylum status just in 2 months because Mr. Shapiro was my attorney

Hi all, My name is Ajmal and i'm from Afghanistan, when i came to US i couldn't go back because of the conflict which is currently going on back there, My cousin took me to Mr. Shapiro's office and he filed my case applying for asylum, you won't believe i got approved just in 2 months. Mr. Shap...iro been always there to answer my questions and concerns and we went for my interview together, so long story short i'm really glad i hired Mr. Shapiro for my immigration problems back then and i will highly recommend him for those who is looking for an intelligent and smart attorney. P.S. I forgot to mention an important fact that since i couldn't pay the fee in total, Mr. Shapiro gave me a monthly payments plan which was very helpful for me because i didn't have a job back then to pay the total amount, that was really kind of him. Sincerely

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Mark Cunningham

Immigration lawyer | Mar 29

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"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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