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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 Nonna | December 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent

Attorney Shapiro is excellent. He is very knowledgeable and has a plan A, B and C for the if /thens. Always available, prompt and patient. He handled the citizenship process for both me and my husband. It was smooth , quick and without any issues whatsoever. Our situations we not simple and I don't ...think anyone else could have handled it this well.

Posted by Nasrin | February 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best lawyer

I had some problem with my case and I got denied once so decided to have Attorny for reapplying. I referred to Mr. Shapiro by one of my friends, when I met him first time I knew he is the one. He was so helpful, explained everything clearly and actually spend time to answer all my questions. He was i...n my interview on time and was make sure everything is perfectly done on my interview. Whenever I texted him with any questions he would actually called to answer my question right away. I have worked with couple lawyer but so far he is the best attorney I have ever had. I was so lucky and I’m so thankful for have him as my attorney. I got my citizenship easily.

Posted by Janeri | May 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Services

I was referred to Jerry by a colleague. We met for an initial consultation in May 2018 and we hired him to represent my mother for her adjustment of status. My mother is from Honduras. Jerry was always available for any questions or concerns. He guided us through the process and kept an open commun...ication. My mother had her interview with an immigration official on April 10th, 2019. We met with Jerry a week before to make sure everything was in order and to make sure we were ready. The day of the interview he was present. The interview went well but the immigration official requested additional documents. Jerry helped us gather one of the documents and my mother and I gathered the rest. Once we had everything, we met with Jerry and he made sure to walk the documents in to the immigration office. On May 7th, my mother received a notification that her adjustment of status was approved. She received her green card 2 days later. We are extremely pleased with Jerry’s services and would definitely recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Ken P | August 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent immigration lawyer

Jerry was referred to us by a mutual friend who had gotten their immigration legal work handled by him -- and we're glad he was. Jerry provided answers to our questions, laying out what we would need for the paperwork, immigration interview and contingencies that might come up. He was thorough, pr...ompt, knowledgeable and friendly. He even met up with us on a Sunday due to our busy schedule. I'd definitely recommend Jerry to anyone looking for assistance navigating the tricky channels of changing immigration status. Thanks Jerry!

Posted by Raj | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Top Immigration Attorney

Mr Jerry Shapiro has successfully resolved a very complicated Immigration case for us. Before we found and retained Mr. Shapiro, we had discussed the case with dozens of Attorneys in Los Angeles and paid several of them, but did not find any single one who understood the complications of the case and... had a solution, besides mere promises . I can proudly affirm Jerry's dedication, commitment, punctuality and availability during the entire lengthy process of the complex legal battle. We feel very fortunate to find Jerry, and have him as our Permanent Family Immigration Attorney now. In my Business, I deal with lots of Attorneys, and I can proudly say that such a immaculate Attorney like Jerry is very rare to find. We feel very lucky to have him. Raj.

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Mark Cunningham

Immigration lawyer | Mar 29

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Scott Schwartz

Immigration lawyer | Jun 06

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"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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