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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

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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 Mehdi | May 21, 2015 | Immigration

The best attorney you can found in immigration field.responsive knowledgeable

Well I don't even know how to start. Let me to start to say thank you thank you thank you I came to USA in 2001 and I got my green card 2015 .I three different attorney before Mr Shapiro and I paid so much money and not get result.i don't want to be unfair,the last attorney I had before MR Shapiro... was very smart but I could not keep up with him any more because he never answer your call and also very very pricy . So I got so upset and desperate till I called MR Shapiro. First of all I think the most important thing about MR Shapiro is he always no matter what respond to his clients with answering phone or text or email. For some one like me to have some body like Mr Shapiro as attorney is privilege.because he understand what situation you are in and when you stressed because of your case you sure he will answer all your questions.thats very important to someone like me who had attorney that I couldn't get hold of him for like 6 month or more.When you call to Mr Shapiro office there is always someone to answer you and also if you couldn't find him there.his cell number is available to reach him. I am so thankful to have him as a attorney.and I definitely refer him to any one needs attorney.second his fee is very very reasonable. Believe it or not all my other attorney they wouldn't even talk to you if they don't get paid at first full amount. mr Shapiro was very very flexible and reasonable.and again I thanks him for he understanding my financial situation.and at the end I have to say if it wasn't because of him I still was running to not get deported. Once again thank you Mr Shapiro to be very professional and unbelievable attorney to me. I highly recommend him to anyone needs immigration attorney. Thank you thank you and thank you

Posted by Abdol | June 05, 2014 | Immigration

Immigration laws

Lawyer Shapiro, provides prompt and reliable legal advice and counsel. He works effectively and skillfully. He is effective in the courtroom and articulate in explaining the law. My case was of a family migration from Iran for my sister and her kids. Mr. Shapiro strongly believed that we must do ever...ything in our power to keep families together, and to use common sense in our immigration laws. Children deserve better than to lose a parent because of an inflexible law. He successfully argued that they did not voluntary abandoned their lawful permanent resident status and therefore they should be admissible to USA as a lawful permanent resident. We appreciate Mr. Shapiro’s legal expertise and are very thankful of him.

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2014 | Asylum

Asylum court

Recently Mr Jerry was my layer to present my case in Asylum court, his very responsive to my questions and all legal advises, his very honest and easy to communicate with, I am recommending him to my friends.

Posted by Bahram | February 25, 2014 | Immigration

My family and I highly recommend Mr. Shapiro as a professional and honest lawyer

I came to US from IRAN but I found out I can't overcome a number of obstacles before I became a US CITIZEN , fortunately a friend of mine recommended JERRY SHAPIRO to handle my case. I met Jerry Shapiro on his law office and he explained all details about how to proceed step by step with ...regulations to achieve my goals easier and faster. Thank you Mr. Shapiro for all your help.

Posted by Karla | June 30, 2013 | Immigration

The most grounded human being !!!

I have previously worked with no lawyers on this matter but the lawyer whom take care of our business recommend us to Mr Shapiro ( how lucky someone can be) . I came to L.A in 2002 with a tourist visa and stay on the state illegal :( , and married in 2010 to my wonderful husband , and we start the ...process of my papers , three month after the process start I got on the mail my Social security # ....was a dream come true !! and then , I got my green-card and all through the care of the law firm of mister Shapiro , he also was on top of following the process of my citizen ship , letting us know dates of appointments before emigration notifications came through our door, and been present on each appointment with us . I'm so thankful I was able to see my family again in El Salvador for the past 8years ,It was an emotional reunion for my and my love ones ,thank you for all your help and professional work , we couldnt have done it without you , The money was never worth it as much as now ,Good bless you Mr Shapiro.

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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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