Roger Humberto Ponce Jr

Roger Humberto Ponce Jr

also known as Roger H. Ponce, Roger Ponce

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

About Roger

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Former public defender with real trial experience in everything from traffic misdemeanors to DUIs and serious felonies like robbery, drug charges, three strikes and attempted murder, to appeal work and post conviction relief.

16 years | 200 cases

50%
Immigration 50%

Experience in all immigration aspects, from family immigration petitions, waivers, removal (deportation) defense, visas (immigrant and non-immigrant), to appeal work before the BIA and Ninth Circuit and post conviction relief.

17 years | 450 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

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Roger Humberto Ponce Jr's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Evelyn Paulino | April 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Always ask a real attorney!!

I will make this short, but for me it was the longest story of my life. My parents both undocumented finally thought they had found a path to gain legal residency through a relative petition (10 yr wait for a central American). My father who had been victim of scams and unscrupulous attorneys had a c...ase that was closed. We tried many doors, specially those that we knew where popular and "inexpensive". We contacted Henry at Carecen(central American resource center). Which is THE most popular place in Los Angeles. To start up, they are rude, and inconsiderate. They treat all of customers very poor. They couldn't find a file for my father, therefore they said there was absolutely no hope for him. After being bummed for a while, a friend of the family recommended this "excellent attorney". When I first met Roger I was surprised to see how young he was, but I thought to myself, they say he is excellent. After sharing our story with him, he said he thought he could help. My parents were illuminated by his positivity. 2 weeks later, he had the file others fail to obtain, then after paying the fine and documentation process(you have to pay this no matter where you go) all we had to do was wait. in 4 months, my parent received their work permits! in two week after that they finally received green cards!! My parents waited 10 years to be blessed with my uncles petition. When the approval letter arrived they were held back for 4 more years for the misinformation "lack of Visas". They were trump of their dream for the lack of commitment of these resource centers and careless assistance. As a low-income, hard working immigrant I recommend Roger Ponce. He is honest, He is punctual, he is determined. He works with families and their financial difficulties. Yes, I paid for his service as an attorney, but he provided my family with so much more. He takes the time help you understand every step, any situation, his communication is outstanding. To this day Attorney Roger Ponce, has assisted my family with 2 immigration cases(parents), 1 citizenship(husband), 1 child support case, and one personal case that is still in the works! I have refer 1 immigration case(uncle), 1 domestic violence case(friend), 1 dui case(friend) As you can see he is an EXCELLENT ATTORNEY, I am a real reviewer(not a family friend or relative).

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Roger Humberto Ponce Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Claribel Palacios Madueña

Immigration lawyer | Dec 12

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"I have known Roger for many years and he is truly an excellent advocate. He's intelligent, strategic, tireless, and very knowledgeable in immigration and criminal law. We often consult on immigration matters and the consequences of criminal convictions for immigrants. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Clarissa Wong

Immigration lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Roger is very passionate about his work and about his community. He is a wonderful, caring lawyer. I highly recommend him."

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Matthew Smurda

Immigration lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He goes above and beyond for his clients and he is truly dedicated to the community."

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Melisa Pena

Immigration lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dedicated to his clients and very knowledgeable.I endorse this lawyer."

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Soheyl Tahsildoost

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryan Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Shevitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Vaswani

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jenna Gilbert

Immigration lawyer | Jul 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2014

Outstanding leardership and commitment to the community, California State Assembly

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner/Lead Attorney, Ponce Law Group, APC.

2010 - 2012

Deputy Public Defender II, San Bernardino County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Child Sex Abuse Defendant Avoids Prison

No prison

Criminal Threats Facing 7 Years Prison

Client avoids all jail time

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Education

2010

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Festival of Books 2016

Immigration Law

Languages

English

Spanish

Portuguese

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