Gerardo Vicuna

Gerardo Vicuna

also known as Vicuna Law

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

1376 N 4th St,, Suite 102, San Jose, CA

About Gerardo

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Misdemeanors, felonies, expungements, restraining orders, expulsion hearings, child dependency actions, etc.

12 years

50%
Immigration 50%

Family petitions, U-Visas, naturalization, work permits, asylum, cancellation of removal, etc.

12 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

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No misconduct found

Location

Vicuna Law

1376 N 4th St,, Suite 102, San Jose, CA, 95112

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Gerardo Vicuna's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Vanesa | January 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Best lawyer around

Gerardo at Vicuna Law has been one of the best lawyers we have ever dealt with. There is nothing bad I can say about his firm or himself. His is very responsive and professional in all of his work. He was really fast and efficient. Whenever we had any type of questions from the simplest to the most d...ifficult questions he was always having an answer, also up front with an answer. Would recommend Gerardo to anyone that is in need of a lawyer. Thank you very much Gerardo everything you did for me and my family appreciate every second you were there for us.

Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

TRO Defense

Gerardo helped me with my TRO. He helped put one against the petitioner. He eventually resolved the case and got it dismissed. He was always easy to contact and stayed in touch and kept me updated. I really found it important how easy he was to get a hold of, which is key. I would recommend him. He i...s honest and clearly very knowledgeable. He gave honest opinions and facts about my case. He is friendly and easy to talk to. Best of luck. Thanks Gerardo.

Posted by Sterlin | December 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration

My wife was found inadmissible to the US for misrepresentation, and she needed a waiver (form I-601). Most people I talked to didn't she had a chance until I landed on Gerardo. He was very helpful and he took his time to learn our situation. He explained to us everything we need to do. I was very su...rprised 5 months later after Gerardo completed the form and sent it in she received the letter of approval. We very grateful for Gerardo Vicuna's help. I will definitely recommend him to anyone who find themselves in a little trouble, they won't be sorry.

Posted by Jose | December 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Gerardo Vicuna is an excellent and experienced attorney

Gerardo represented me in a restraining order case I had never been involved in any legal situation before this he walked me through the case he was very thorough he explained the pros and cons of the of the case he was available after hours and on his days off to answer any of my questions he showed... me how to prepare my case for court and gave me lots of tips on what to do and what to expect as a probable outcome he continued to work with me even after the case was resolved in court he is a very trustworthy and an impeccable attorney I have recommended him to family and friends I was very happy to have had Gerardo on my side he made the process very easy and made me feel confident and secure thru the case

Posted by Santiago | December 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Profesional and successful

He knows what he is doing and he walks with you in the process step by step, Gerardo Vicuña I thank you and I have no words I cannot describe how grateful I am to you and the firm for taking my case. In all honestly, I was at my very last breath…the edge of the cliff…the end of the rope.

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Renzo Manay

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Vicuna is a passionate lawyer in the area of criminal and immigration defense. He is an honest and sincere colleague who always looks after the best of interests of his clients. He has been successful in his career due to strong advocacy, enthusiasm and zealousness. For this reason, I endorse this lawyer."

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Roberto Quiroga

Immigration lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Vicuna is a highly knowledgeable immigration lawyer. Mr. Vicuna is also fluent in Spanish, which allows him to speak directly with clients and advise them on the opportunities and risks when making an important immigration-related decision. I highly recommend Mr. Vicuna for all matters regarding immigration law."

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Elliot Silver

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Gerardo as a colleague in a law firm in Oakland. Gerardo is always prepared and ready to defend his clients to the fullest. He is a professional and works hard. I have seen him get outstanding results in court. I fully endorse him."

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Joseph Ryan

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gerardo is an intelligent and dedicated attorney."

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Joseph Franco

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Vicuna is one of the most hard-working and meticulous criminal defense and immigration attorneys that I know. His knowledge of these two legal systems is vast and he is meticulous, cogent and a strong advocate within the court room. I believe that any one of his clients will be fortunate to have him as their counsel"

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Renato Manay

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"We were former colleagues at the same law firm and we worked together on issues relating to criminal defense and immigration matters. Mr. Vicuna is very knowledgeable in the areas, especially when it deals with criminal matters that carry immigration consequences. He also independently has knowledge in employment/labor law. He cares for the well-being of his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2019

2019 Northern California Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

2018 Northern California Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney, Vicuna Law

2017 - 2019

Attorney at Law, Beles & Beles LLP

2014 - 2016

Associate, Prometheus Partners LLP

2013 - 2014

Supervising Attorney, Berkeley Law New Business Practicum

Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Education

2013

UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Univ of California Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

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