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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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Showing 1 - 5 of 49 reviews | Responsiveness

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 anonymous | December 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Deportation Case and Green Card

My mother had a very hard and difficult case, and I don't want to get into much detail about the case, but it was related to deportation which she was given a deportation notice in 2017. Friend recommended to contact Mr. Jerry Shapiro for consultation, after he fully understand our story, he helped u...s putted up a plan, prepared and process documentation. Jerry was extremely knowledgeable about the immigration law and was very helpful through the whole process. He was very supportive and keep telling us not to worry, and we trusted him 100%. He has been good at maintaining communication and respond quickly to any of my questions. My mother's deportation case is finally closed, and she just recently received her GREEN CARD. Although it was a long journey, but it was worth to wait, and I am so grateful that I chose to work with him because I have experienced peace throughout my process. Mr. Jerry Shapiro, we can't thank you enough.

Posted by Castro Family | July 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A Complicated Case

In 2000 my parents and older sister began their adjustment of status journey. By 2006 they received a deportation notice and in that same year they hired Mr.Shapiro. Mr.Shapiro has always been a wonderful lawyer. Ever since they hired him, he has always helped my family and reassured us that everyth...ing will be okay. The first process he helped us with was getting my parents and older sister a cancelation of removal which took about 10 years. After the cancellation of removal, my parents case was separated. At this time the case moved forward with my father and sister. Mr. Shapiro helped them by filing a motion with the immigration court to reopen and terminate their immigration court cases, he was successful. The process for this took less than a year and by 2019 both my sister and father were able to obtain their green card. Upon my father getting his green card, my mother’s case was able to move forward with the same process of terminating the case. The pandemic delayed my mother’s process of getting her green card. As time passed we always communicated with Mr. Shapiro and he always kept us updated on the status of my mom’s case. Finally this year in April Mr. Shapiro was able to communicate with an immigration officer, he was able to help the case move forward. During this time my mother received a request of evidence in which she had to submit extra support documents for her I-485 application, including medical exams. We submitted the requested evidence right away in April with the expectation of getting an interview. July arrived and Mr. Shapiro contacted us with a congratulatory email saying that my mother was approved for lawful permanent residence. In less than a week her green card arrived. 23 years with a complicated immigration case and at last my parents and older sister have their green card. We highly recommend Mr. Shapiro! He is an excellent lawyer and we are so thankful to have had him as our lawyer since 2006. Thank you very much for everything you have done for us, Mr. Shapiro!

Posted by Tomer | May 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Worm recommendation

I usually don't write recommendations but in this case I felt I had to. I chose Jerry's office to represent me in a request for Green Card in front of the immigration department. Jerry was extremely professional, very relaxed, always available and knew how to deal with all the difficulties that were ...on the way. My case was a bit problematic and even had to postpone the interview (twice!), Jerry knew how to best address the issue. Jerry accompanied us all the way and he also flew to be with us in an interview. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Edgar | March 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Lawyer in California

Jerry Shapiro is an honest and ethical lawyer and I am privileged and grateful to have had him diligently represent me in my removal proceedings case. Jerry became my immigration lawyer in 2014. I immigrated from El Salvador in 2000 and because my criminal record, I required his services when I was f...acing deportation after a dui and a hit and run. My case spanned 8 years, the process was tough, I’m sure anyone could imagine, and he never one time left me hanging. I originally filed for a green card through my wife but when my marriage didn’t work out, Jerry was able to facilitate my eligibility through Nacara. His fees are extremely fair and I would have paid even more for his services, diligence, ethics, and perseverance with the whole process and my many court hearings. Now that my case is closed and I am officially a green card holder, myself and my family are eternally grateful to Jerry Shapiro. This is the type of lawyer you want representing you. My aunt has even began working with him to resolve her legal status. I highly recommend Jerry Shapiro as your immigration lawyer, it will change your life.

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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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