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Licensed in Maryland for 19 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1992
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Miguel Serrano's Reviews
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Posted by J | October 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Professional and very knowledgeable
Concise, thoughtful and very supportive. Mr. Miguel is someone I would highly recommend. He helped me guided through my questions on green card process and immediately helped in filing within the timeline. In addition, he helped my wife and I for other legal questions we had regarding employmen...
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Misdemeanor Offense
Miguel was great, he handled my case quickly and effectively. He is a true professional. He met me before each court hearing and discussed/went over all documents and made sure I understood everything. My case was eventually dismissed after I completed my diversion program and Miguel was always help...
Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Miguel will run the extra mile
Miguel has been extremely helpful and managed to turn around what could have become a major source of trouble. He assessed the case well and put in tireless effort to have the case dismissed. Finally, he found a loop-hole (or rather a difference in two different state laws) that helped get the case c...
Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Atty Serrano review
I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer when my 16 year old son was charged with possession of illegal substances. Not only is Serrano very knowledgeable but he is also compassionate. He clearly had my son's future in mind during the entire ordeal. He cares! Mr. Serrano has the rare combination o...
Posted by Silvia C . | May 19, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Top Attorney In DC metropolitan area
I would absolutely recommend Mr Serrano for his excellent job I had a very difficult case in 2012 and 2014 with similar charges of assault and battery and attemp to murder . In both cases I had a favorite outcome that in both occasion s the charges were dismissed . I found that Mr Serrano is high...
Miguel Serrano's Lawyer Endorsements
"I'm pleased to endorse Miguel. He is a top-notch immigration lawyer and a zealous advocate for his clients. A highly recommended attorney."
"Excellent Litigator. I highly recommend attorney Serrano."
"I have recommended several clients to Mr. Serrano and they have all been satisfied. He has a great reputation for caring deeply about his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Miguel is a very well-respected DUI and criminal defense lawyer in DC Superior Court. I see him regularly arguing forcefully and getting good results for his clients. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Serrano is a superb attorney who works hard for his clients."
"I strongly endorse Miguel as a skiiled, experienced attorney in DC Superior Court. He cares deeply about his clients. He knows the ins and outs of Superior Court, how to handle a particular case based on which judge and which prosecutor he's dealing with. Anyone charged with a criminal or traffic case in Washington DC will be in very good hands with Miguel."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Serrano. He is an excellent attorney and a respected member of the bar, who always delivers top-notch legal representation for his clients."
"Mr. Serrano is a very capable and knowledgeable attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"Mr. Miguel Serrano is an excellent attorney and I fully endorse him. Mr. Serrano has immense experience with the criminal justice system and is a talented criminal defense attorney. Mr. Serrano is a fierce advocate, deeply-invests himself in the outcome of his client’s cases, and focuses on the case from the client’s perspective in order to achieve the best potential outcome for the client. I highly recommend Mr. Serrano. Justin A. Okezie, Esq."
"Miguel is the right combination of reasonable and aggressive. He zealously advocates for his clients without coming over the top. He is a top tier advocate in the area of criminal defense and I strongly endorse him for anyone in need of criminal defense representation."
"Mr. Serrano is one of the finest DUI and Criminal Defense lawyers I know. He is an excellent attorney who is well-respected by judges and other attorneys. He always advocates strongly on behalf of his client. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Miguel is a hard-working, conscientious, and skilled attorney. We worked together on a serious sexual assault case and were able to obtain an acquittal for our client after a hotly contested trial. I endorse Miguel without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Excellent Achievement, U.S. Department of State Office of the Inspector General
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of Miguel Serrano
2004 - 2005
Counsel at Office of Inspector General, United States Department Of State
2003 - 2004
Deputy General Counsel, U.S. Department Of State
2002 - 2003
Counsel to the Chairman of the Board, U.S. Merit System Protection Board
1999 - 2001
Counsel to Subcommittee, U.S. House of Representatives
1994 - 1999
Trial Attorney, U.S. Department Of Justice
1992 - 1994
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office
Associations
2006 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Artist Visa
Approved
Immediate Releative Permanent Residency Petitions Approved
Approved
Permanent Residency via Marriage Petition
Approved
Naturalization & Citizenship Applications
Approved
Education
1992
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
1984
Miami Dade College
AA
Speaking Engagements
2022
Alexandria Library Neighborhood Clinic
Guide to U.S. Citizenship
Publications
2022
Local Presentation
Guide to U.S. Citizenship
Languages
Spanish
English