Richard Michael Wilner

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Richard Michael Wilner

5.0
18 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Immigration Lawyer at Orange, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

333 City Blvd West, Suite 1918, Orange, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020

Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

WILNER & O'REILLY | IMMIGRATION LAWYERS | ORANGE, CA

333 City Blvd West, Suite 1918, Orange, CA, 92868

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WILNER & O'REILLY | IMMIGRATION LAWYERS | SAN DIEGO, CA

600 W. Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA, 92101

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WILNER & O'REILLY | IMMIGRATION LAWYERS | SACRAMENTO,CA

2730 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 208, Sacramento, CA, 95833

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WILNER & O'REILLY | IMMIGRATION LAWYERS | FRESNO

8080 North Palm Avenue Ste. 112, Fresno, CA, 93711

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WILNER & O'REILLY | IMMIGRATION LAWYERS | UTAH

434 W. Ascension Way Suite 525, Murray, UT, 84123

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Richard Michael Wilner's Reviews

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Posted by Natasha | December 5, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Just got my U.S. citizenship thanks to Wilner & O'Reily!

I had a fantastic experience using Wilner & O'Reily for both my U.S. Green Card and my U.S. Citizenship. After my initial consultation with Richard Wilner, I worked with Victor Hernandez (who worked as my case manager and handled my filing and documentation) and attorney Angie Ayala (who helped p...rep me for my final interviews). All three were friendly, professional, and together helped give me the motivation to undertake the long journey towards citizenship. From start till finish, my experience with Wilner & O'Reilly over the years was fantastic. At every step I received expert advice via frequent emails, calls, and WebEx meetings, from the stage of gathering evidence for my Green Card, right through till my actual Citizenship interview. I can't believe I'm finally a citizen after years in the U.S., and I will forever be grateful to the firm. I would highly recommend using Wilner & O'Reilly for all immigration matters.

Posted by Anthony | October 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer & Best Law firm ever!

Best law firm ever .. Mr. Richard M. Wilner is the most professional and sincere lawyer I have ever met, he is very friendly, forward and straight to the point. I got my work authorization card and my SSN in a month and the process couldn’t go any smoother. Ana Hernandez the case manager of WILNER & ...O'REILLY orange office informed us of every step she was taking along the way, through emails and phone calls, letters, etc… it wasn’t just about the money with this firm, they have payment plans and care more about satisfying their customers and reaching the same goal as their clients. I am very happy with the outcome and the sincerity of this law firm and the way they handle things and will 100% recommend it to anyone and will use it for further services if need be. THANK YOU!!!

Posted by Colin | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

COMPLEX CASE, MULTIPLE MATTERS

First and most importantly Mr. Wilner's response to my initial contact was impressive and generous. I contacted multiple lawyers before I found Mr. Wilner and the time and information he provided me was by far an away far superior than his competition and at no charge to me. Mr. Wilner was happy to l...et me take full advantage of the "free consultation" and he was smart to do so because that is why I hired him as it put him far ahead of his competition. I hired Mr. Wilner's firm for my complex immigration cases involving much more than a basic immigration application. I had multiple applicants with multiple challenging and unusual issues. After hiring the firm, I was connected to paralegal Genessis whom was also excellent and has a great personality. I am not a typical client and am very particular about how I want to do things but Genessis was able to adapt to my working style quickly and was a joy to work with throughout the entire process. We are happy with the outcomes and will be hiring this firm again in the future. They are honest, effective, caring, fair and knowledgeable. I trust them and you can trust them too. Much more than a good law firm, they are good people.

Posted by anonymous | October 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney Aggie from there Riverside office and Miss Lyn

Miss Lyn was very helpful with all the paperworks and documents we needed to submit and Attorney Aggie helped us a lot during our interview. She accompanied us and made it sure that all the important and necessary documents needed by the immigration officer from us were given. Thank you Attorney Aggi...e and Miss Lyn

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best Immigration Lawyer!

A super professional lawyer, beyond what I expected, so caring and patient. Thank you very much, especially to Genesis for her availability, professionalism and support and for making me feel that I’m in a good hands. Appreciate that so much.

Richard Wilner

Replied last September 21, 2021

Thank you for your review. Your kind words mean the world to us as does the opportunity to have been of service.

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Richard Michael Wilner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeanny Tsoi

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sully Bryan

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Carpenter

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Moody

Immigration lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Richard is the guy you go to when you want the best in the business. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jay Nunez

Immigration lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sven Buncher

Immigration lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is a top rate attorney. He is an expert in his field, and has an established firm with the manpower, skill and knowledge to handle simple to complex cases."

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Thane Nored

Immigration lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marcelo Dieguez

Immigration lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When my family needed an immigration lawyer, I received various recommendations from different attorneys and all pointed to Mr. Wilner. I ended up using Mr. Wilner's service. Not only was he highly responsive, but delivered on what he promised. I would highly recommend him for any immigration matter."

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Eric Goodman

Immigration lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Friend

"Richard is an outstanding lawyer with a true passion for the practice of law. He is very personable and well respected by colleagues and clients alike. I would refer an immigration matter to him without hesitation."

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Brian Gurwitz

Immigration lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a criminal defense lawyer, I represent many clients who are not citizens. The immigration consequences they face are severe – quite often worse than what they face in the criminal courts. I have always relied on Richard to provide me guidance when advising my clients, and he is the only immigration attorney to whom I have ever referred my clients. Richard has an excellent reputation in the legal community, and you should speak with him before selecting an immigration attorney."

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Taylor Kenck

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Nancy Vo

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Sean Carpenter

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Rebecca Schach

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Joshua Despain

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Jeanny Tsoi

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Talia Burnett

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Sully Bryan

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Jordan Moody

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Kelly O'Reilly

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law, State Bar of California

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2004

Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law, State Bar of California

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Shareholder, WILNER & O'REILLY, APLC

1900 - Present

Shareholder, Wilner & O'Reilly, APLC

Associations

2015 - Present

Oranbe County Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Section

Executive Committee

2014 - Present

Orange County Jewish Bar Association

Executive Committee

2014 - Present

Team Thunder Wrestling Club

Executive Committee

2000 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

American Immigration Lawyers Association (California Chapter)

Sample of Legal Cases

Reeves vs. Hanlon

Judgment for Plaintiff, Robert L. Reeves

EEOC vs. Reeves & Associates

Summary Judgment Granted

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Education

1996

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific/University of Salburg (Austria)

LL.M - Master of Laws

1996

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD

1995

McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

National University of Singapore Faculty of Law

Certificate in International Law

1992

Univ of California Riverside

undergraduate

1992

University of California

BA

Speaking Engagements

2015

National Society of Black Engineers 41st Annual Convention

Immigration Issues in the International Workplace

2014

Hotel Human Resources Association

Immigration Law and Human Resources--From Hiring to Firing and Everything in Between

2014

7th Annual Hot Topics in Employment Law

Hot Topics in Employment Law--Immigration Compliance

2013

Seven Essential Steps to Thrive in Today's Economy as a Solo

Immigration Law Office Management

2013

Appropriate Standards within Manufacturing

Immigration Law Within the Manufacturing Industry

Publications

1996

University of California, Davis Journal of International Law & Policy Nationalist Movements and the Middle East Peace Process

Languages

Mandarin

Cantonese

Polish

Portuguese

Spanish

Tagalog

Japanese

Activity

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