John R Rodriguez

John R Rodriguez

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense

3517 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 404, San Diego, CA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 65%

Whether you're fighting deportation, asking for Asylum, petitioning a family member, or trying to own green card Attorney John R. Rodriguez has the knowledge, skills, and experience to help you and your family stay in the United States. He is committed and will aggressive fight your case.

28 years

65%
Criminal Defense 35%

Former police officer & Criminal Investigator. Over 21 years of experience as a Criminal/DUI Lawyer. We fight to win Criminal or DUI cases for our immigrant clients so that they can avoid deportation or adverse immigration consequences.

28 years

35%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

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Rodriguez Law Firm

3517 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 404, San Diego, CA, 92108

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John R Rodriguez's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Juan | April 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thanks to the Rodriguez Law Firm!!! You & your team are AMAZING!

In March of 2020, I faced deporatation after applying for citizenship & being denied due to a previous conviction in 1999, for Domestic Violence. My case seemed hopeless and I thought I was going to be deported. I interviewed with 6 lawyers and all advised I needed a lawyer who specialized in bo...th Criminal & Immigration law. John Rodriguez came highly recommended by one lawyer who put me in contact with John. In the beginning of the whole process, John suggested his strategy and then brought in another lawyer (in his firm) to advise me on another route I could go for my case. Once I decided, John took care of everything. I never had to go to court. He updated me constantly. I never felt out of the loop and soon became confident that I had a fighting chance. In the beginning of 2021, my conviction was finally DISMISSED! Thanks to John & his whole team, my experience was pleasant for me and my entire family. I'm extremely happy with the results and I would highly recommend John Rodriguez to all who have issues with their immigration and/or criminal- ESPECIALLY when all seems hopeless!

Posted by Kristen | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Complex Case

My husbands situation was extremely difficult and required John to work for us as both a criminal and immigration attorney. From the beginning I could tell John was going to work hard for my husband. He was kind and empathetic to my husband’s situation but also took the time to be honest and explain... the risks. With John’s hard work and dedication to my husband’s case, he was able to get a criminal felony charge reduced to a misdemeanor. Once that was done he went to work on my husbands immigration case and because of his knowledge and hard work he was able to get my husband a cancellation of removal approved the first time we showed up to court. This process took over a year because of the courts backlog but through it all John stayed positive, kept us on track, and my family and I couldn’t be more grateful and thankful for all of his hard work.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Felonies Expunged

I had felonies on my record for a long time and when I finally decided to clear my name I searched for lawyers in my area and came across Rodriguez Law Firm. Since my first call to them they were very professional and helpful in the information that I needed. I signed paperwork to hire them and not t...o much later we got a court date. When the day came I walked out of that court room with no felonies on my record anymore! I am very grateful to Mr. Rodriguez for all his help. Thank you very much.

Posted by Leah | March 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great experience!

Had an excellent experience with John Rodriguez. I needed someone to go to my arraignment for me because I had an exam the very same day and had zero luck trying to reschedule it. I was at a loss for what to do, so I made a few phone calls. I talked to a couple of lawyers over the phone, but John... was super sweet and patient with me. The other lawyers I spoke with were rude and condescending. John was kind enough to take my case on short notice, make phone calls for me to find out if my case had been filed, matched the price I asked for even though it was lower than his typical fee for that service, and then went to court for me. This was all a super stressful situation, but after hiring John, I finally felt like the weight was lifted. He handled everything, went out of his way, was very warm and friendly, and I didn't even have to go into the office. He went into court for me, emailed me my paperwork and took the payment over the phone. 5 stars all the way.

Posted by Cecelia Holston | July 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense

John Rodriguez review

Mr. John Rodriguez is a very caring attorney, he also gives very good advice to his client. Even today I live in Memphis, I can call on Mr. Rodriguez for professional advise. He have help me with my daughter and my son when I live in CA. He advised me on how I would go about in getting my daughter re...cord discharge or exposure in Solano County. My daughter was 16 at the time when I first meet Mr. Rodriguez, he was her public defense. My daughter is now 30 so you can see I have been knowing him for a very long time. He not only was an attorney for my daughter but my son as well. When Mr. Rodriguez help my son that’s when he was a private lawyer, I remember at that time I was a single mom, didn’t have much at all. I will never forget how Mr. Rodriguez went before the judge and ask him could my fees be waiver because of hardship. That’s meant so much to me the judge grant his request, and he did an excellent job with my son case. My Rodriguez discovers the facts of his client’s cases, I like the fact that John clarifies to his client what he is trying to accomplish, and he also let the clients know the expectations as to what actually can be accomplished. I think that Mr. Rodriguez is a very smart intelligent lawyer, he's also very honest sincere, hard-working and trustworthy and I think that these are very important quality to have as a lawyer. Mr. Rodriguez care about his client and I appreciate that, I would highly recommend Mr. Rodriguez to anyone. I will always consider John Rodriguez as a good friend and lawyer.

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John R Rodriguez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Hoisington

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

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"I endorse this lawyer. John is a caring and thoughful attorney with the experience to make a difference."

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."

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Amir Soleimanian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carlos Gutierrez

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Mr. Rodriguez for approximately 17 years. I found him to be very hard working, intelligent and very well versed in criminal law. His client's will receive top notch representation from him."

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Jeffrey Mach

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Rodriguez is a well respected criminal law attorney with years of experience. We represented a mutual client and I heard nothing but great things from my client about Mr. Rodriguez and his services."

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Jeffrey Schmid

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Rodriguez uses his vast experience and dedication to achieve great results for his clients."

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David Seto

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

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"John is a great trial and criminal attorney. He has the benefit of years of varied life and career experiences which helps him when speaking to juries."

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Paul McGuire

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Rodriguez is a dedicated trial attorney with a history of successful representation of his clients. His attention to detail and client needs stands out from the rest. I endorse this lawyer."

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Leigh Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John Rodriguez is an excellent trial lawyer who has an incredible track record in the court room. He brings a combination of strong professionalism, years of hands on courtroom experience, a keen intellect, and strong desire to serve to his work. John has an incredible ability to see beyond the presented facts to find the core story underneath, which is what is actually needed to solve the case and win at trial. John has an amazing ability to connect with people and this leads to him being very persuasive in the courtroom, and in general. I highly recommend this lawyer and look forward to a continuing professional relationship."

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Murray Hilts

Immigration lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Reliable and highly skilled trial attorney. He cares about the quality of his work. Bilingual attorney and never takes no for a answer. I endorse and highly recommend."

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Robert Montaño

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John Rodriguez is an experienced trial attorney and highly educated beyond law school. I enjoy working with him."

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Eduardo Garcia

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John Rodriguez for approximately 7 years both as a collegue, a friend, and as his partner. I can tell you that he is one of the best Trial Lawyers I have seen, and that is what makes him the right choice if you are in trouble with the law."

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Serena Salinas

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is passionate about his clients and willing to go the extra mile in their representation. He aggressively investigates all legal avenues of relief available to clients."

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Lupe Rodriguez

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very competent trial attorney who gets great results for his clients."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the client and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Narciso Delgado-Cruz

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Castaneda

Immigration lawyer

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Lupe Rodriguez

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Seto

Litigation lawyer

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Jeffrey Mach

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jeffrey Schmid

Immigration lawyer

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Steven Rodrick

Immigration lawyer

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Douglas Pharr

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dionne Choyce

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Paul McGuire

Family lawyer

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Leigh Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Montaño

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer

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Narciso Delgado-Cruz

Immigration lawyer

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Serena Salinas

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Client Distinction Award-2015, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Representation of indigent Immigrants, Legal Aid Society of San Diego

2014

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO Legal

2012

Super Conference Lecture, PI Magazine/CALI

2010

Graduate studies Certificate, Capella University

2000

Criminal Trial Advocacy Skills, Hastings College of Law Trial Advocacy

1999

Recognition of Judge Po Tem service, Superior Court of California

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, Rodriguez Law Firm

2012 - 2016

Adjunct Professor, National University

2006 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, Chapman University

1999 - 2000

Judge Pro Tem, Solano County Superior Court

Associations

2016 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Chair

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

United States Southern District Court of California

Member

2014 - Present

Super Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

San Diego Sports & Entertainment Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

San Diego Bar Association

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

United States Eastern District Court of California

Member

1997 - Present

United States Northern District Court of California

Member

1997 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney Member

1997 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2006 - 2011

La Raza Lawyers Association - Solano County

Former President

1996 - 1997

JFK University Law Students' Association

Elected Representative

Sample of Legal Cases

Naturalizaton

Became US Citizen

Burglary & Assault

DISMISSED

DUI Charges

DISMISSED!

Asylum

Asylum granted

Possession of Control Substance (Meth)

Hung Jury (No conviction)

Workers Compensation Fraud/business License Violation

Dismissed at trial

Residential Burglary and Sexual Assault

Not Guilty

Felony DUI & Hit /Run with Injuries

Not Guilty

Felony vandalism 10 cars

Not Guilty

1st Degree Residential Burglary and Rape with Force

Not Guilty

Attempted Murder of Police Officer

Not Guilty

Shooting/Premeditated Attempted Murder

Case dismissed

Home Invasion Robbery and Attempted Murder by Strangulation

Hung Jury (No Conviction)

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Education

2005

Norwich University

MS - Master of Science

1996

John F. Kennedy University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

How to Manager Negative Online Reviews

Lecture-CLE

2014

National University

The organized nature of Corporate Crime

2013

Brandman Universty Guest Speaker

The Hearsay Advantage

2011

Non profit Fund raiser

Introduction of California Supreme Court Jusitice Cruz Reynoso

2004

Lecture at Investiture Ceremony of Judge Matice

Lecture on Open Access to Justice

Publications

2006

Criminal Law Magazine and Reporter Raising the Bar

2005

Social Justice The Social Cultural Influences on The Gang Want A Be

Languages

Spanish

English

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