Andres R. Guerra

Andres R. Guerra

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 12 years

Immigration Lawyer Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum, Expungement, Criminal Defense
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

About Andres

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Immigration 80%

Andres specializes in all forms of family immigration, including family visas, as well as citizenship, DACA, waivers, U Visas, consular processing.

80%
Asylum 10%

Andres has represented successful cases in asylum law, both affirmative and defensive applications, including individuals from Mexico, Central America, and the Middle East.

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

Andres has helped both criminal defense attorneys and prosecutors in negotiating immigration-safe pleas in drug and sex crime cases.

5%
Expungement 5%

Andres has helped individuals clear criminal records under a variety of California post-conviction statutes including old DUI and drug cases.

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

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Andres R. Guerra's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Marco Antonio | September 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Fantastic Attorney!

Thank you Sir for guiding, representing and helping not only me but an entire immigration community that is going through some challenging times currently. I feel lucky and privileged to have had the opportunity to retain you as my counsel, I also want to thank Mr. Kaushik, paralegal Jaime Campos and... the office staff for always being top notch in helping me to achieve the American dream. I officially becoming a U.S. citizen completing the oath ceremony 2 days ago 9/19/2019. I will never forget the first consultation when I wanted to just renew my green card since I had 2 misdemeanor dispositions in my past and with great confidence and reassurance you suggested citizenship. For me it’s the best decision ever, Thanks again. God Bless! MH

Posted by Yolanda | February 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration case (Green card/permanent residence)

Andres helped me with the green card and permanent residence procedure in 2014. From the beginning he demonstrated great work ethics and took charge of my case with determination. He was always available to answer any questions or concerns that I had. He always showed outstanding professionalism. And...res was always willing to clarify any information that needed to be further explained to me. He never rushed the appointments. He took whatever time was needed to explain in detail every step of the case and made me feel at ease throughout the whole process. Overall, I was blessed to have found an attorney with such high work ethics who did not see me as just another dollar figure. Andres went above and beyond and did everything he could to ensure a positive outcome. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney!

Andres Guerra

Replied last February 20, 2019

Thank you Yolanda for your kind words. It has been a pleasure watching your family grow and thrive these last 5 years and serving as your attorney in your time of need. I wish you all the success in the future.

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Lawyer!

I worked with Mr Guerra's for my I601 a waiver form and I must say he was extremely professional and thorough lawyer. I was super impressed the way my waiver/my application was all done on timely basis.He is very sharp, considerate and above all available to his client needs. It takes a lotttt for me... to write a review and I must say this I got very lucky that I hired him for my case and can recommend him highly. When it comes to immigration matters, its very very hard to choose someone you trust but I am so glad I made the right choice. He and his staff promptness in responding to emails, calls and or anything is above and beyond. The more I nwas interacting with him, the more I was learning and kept saying to myself " What a sharp intelligent and above all compassionate and dedicated my lawyer". Guys Mr Guerra and their team in JUST phenomenal. I am really thankful for all the services you guys provided.

Posted by Aurora | February 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Happy I got my U Visa

I applied for a U Visa a little over five years ago.. after the long wait I finally got my visa approved.. I recommend Rancho Law group... Andres Guerra helped me with all the questions a had throught out the process..

Andres Guerra

Replied last February 06, 2019

Thank you for your review. I know that immigration can take a long time on some cases, and I am happy to have helped you navigate the process during such a stressful time.

Posted by Maria | February 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Andres: awesome attorney

Andres was very helpful, supportive, proactive, professional & approachable. Thanks to him, my husband is now a resident of the US. He has also helped friends & family that have needed legal assistance for their immigration cases.

Andres Guerra

Replied last February 06, 2019

I appreciate your kind words and review. It was my pleasure helping you and your family and I sincerely wish you the best.

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2019

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2015

New Member Contributions Award, AILA - Santa Clara Valley Chapter

2013

Public Interest Award, Fordham University School of Law

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Policy Attorney III, California Dept of Social Services - Legal Division

2019 - 2021

Supervising Attorney, CHIRLA

2018 - 2019

Crimmigration Associate, Ranchod Law Grp

2017 - 2018

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Michael Mehr

2014 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Immigration Law Center

Associations

2019 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Northern California chapter)

Nominating committee

2017 - Present

U.S. District Court, Northern District of California

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Sample of Legal Cases

Asylum

Success

Convention Against Torture

Successful

Adjustment of Status after prior deportation

Successful

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Education

2013

Fordham University School of Law

J.D.

2010

Princeton University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2019

I Stand with Immigrants Hot Topics in Immigration Law

2017

2017

Noticias YA Immigration Waivers

2016

Telemundo Noticiero (Live)

Criminal Immigration Contributor

2016

Pro Bono Immigration Clinic, Mexican Consulate

Immigration

2015

Immigration Radio Program Hotline

Immigration

Languages

Spanish

French

English

Activity

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