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We are committed to our clients’ dreams.

We are a team of immigration attorneys based in Houston, committed to providing you with the support and guidance needed to carry out your life project in the United States, whether as an investor, student, professional or artist. Throughout our experience, we have helped hundreds of people achieve their dream of living and working in this great country.

Team

Meet our immigration experts

Diego F.
Galer

Lawyer
Director
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Kevin
Kim

COO. Operations
Director
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Joana
Rodríguez Viada

Business Development
Manager
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Maria Eugenia
Valecillos

Administrative
Director
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Alberto
Marquez

Paralegal
Leader
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Mercedes
Crespo

Paralegal
Leader
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Jorge
Rangel

Paralegal
Leader
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José
Aguirre

Legal Assistants
Coordinator
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Ricardo
Cruz

Paralegal
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Maria Claudia
Tamagno

Paralegal
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Daniel
Malham

Paralegal
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Martha Elena
Vetencourt

Paralegal
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Adaelizabeth
Guerrero

Paralegal
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Daniela
Villagran

Paralegal
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Lucrecia
Villaruel

Paralegal
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Victoria
Fraile

Paralegal
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Faustino
Lozano

Paralegal
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Samira
Abboud

Paralegal
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Maria
Aragort

Legal Assistant
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Stephanie
Tello

Legal Assistant
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Maria Eugenia
Chirinos

Legal Assistant
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Triana
Pacheco Gurría

Legal
Assistant
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Karelys Huise
Parra

Marketing and
Sales Assistant
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Pablo
Álvarez

Marketing and
Sales Assistant
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María Alejandra
Rojas

Marketing and
Sales Assistant
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Maria
Andreina Borges

Administrative
Assistant
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Orelys
Dugarte

Administrative
Assistant
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María José
Camarillo

Paralegal
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Valentina
Turdó

Paralegal
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Yennasel
Flores

Marketing and
Sales Assistant
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Fabiola
Solano

Paralegal
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Belinda
Regal Brown

Paralegal Leader
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Héctor
Milazzo

Marketing and
Sales Assistant
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Sofía
Graterol

Legal
Assistant
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Yarid
Reyes

Paralegal
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Miguel
Barrios

Lawyer
Associate
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Diego F. Galer

Managing Attorney

Mr. Galer has extensive experience in corporate immigration law. Throughout his career, he has assisted hundreds of individuals, businesses, universities, and schools with their immigration needs. 

Mr. Galer has also provided pro bono legal assistance to individuals in Texas. He has participated in numerous television and radio programs, as well as conferences at universities and schools.

Mr. Galer graduated with honors from the University of Buenos Aires (Argentina) and earned a Master ‘s degree in International Law with distinction from Georgetown University Law Center, Washington, D.C.

Mr. Diego Galer holds the following licenses:

License to practice law in all courts of the State of New York and federal law.

License to practice law in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Authorized Notary Public in Texas.

National Association of Counties Award. Joint Gang Prevention Plan of the County. Maryland. 2007

CALI Award in International Human Rights. Washington DC. 2006

CALI Award in Development Law. Washington DC. 2006

CIDE. Best Law Professor. Mexico, 2005

National Science and Technology Commission. Scholarship. Mexico. 2005

Ford Foundation. Scholarship. Mexico. 2005

Associate Attorney at Adan G. Vega & Associates, PLLC. Head of the Corporate Immigration Department, Houston, Texas.

Coordinator of the Crossroad Youth Opportunities Center. Assisting young people with prevention and intervention services to avoid gang involvement, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States..

Law Professor and Program Director at CIDE (Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas), Mexico City, Mexico.

External Consultant for UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund), Mexico City, Mexico.

Corporate Attorney at Vázquez Ponce Law Firm, Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Co-author. “Family Law: Cases and Problems for Legal Education.” PORRUA/CIDE. Mexico. 2007

“A Legal Perspective to Eradicate Child Labor in Mexico.” Revista Bien Común. Fundación Rafael Preciado Hernández. Vol. 124. Mexico. 2005

“People and Family: The First Innovative Course of Prende.” Co-authored with Adriana Canales. Derecho y Democracia II. Cuadernos Unimetanos. Vol. 15. Universidad Metropolitana de Venezuela. 2008

Kevin Kim

I started my career off in sales back in 2019. Worked in multiple different types of business and consulting varies types of companies. From brick and mortar home based business’ to online agencies. The last 2 years, I have been consulting varies companies in the legal field and have fell in love with it. Working with paralegals and attorneys to ensure they have the right assets and tools to be able to support our clients at the highest level.

Joana Rodriguez Viada

Sales and Marketing Director

Joana Rodríguez Viada has been part of the Galer Law Firm since 2015.

She practiced Contract and Labor Law in Venezuela from 2004 to 2010. In 2011, Joana graduated with a master’s degree in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing from Marymount College in New York and in 2017 received her master’s degree in United States Law from the University of Houston .

Joana assists with immigration petitions for: United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, United States Department of Labor, and United States Consulates around the world.

Petitions include: TN, E-1, E-2, L-1A, H-1B, H-2B, EB-1, EB-2, i-140, I-130I-485, N-400, NOID, PERMS and RFE’s. Additionally, she lectures on international immigration strategies and helps with the firm’s marketing.

Education

Joana Rodríguez is a bilingual professional with a law degree from the Rafael Belloso Chacín University in Maracaibo, Venezuela.

L.L.M at the University of Houston in U.S Law.

Maria Eugenia Valecillos

Administrative director

Maria Eugenia Valecillos, lawyer with experience in the area of Human Resources and Collections in Venezuela. After several years of training at an accounting firm in this area, I joined Galer Law Firm in 2021, starting in the front office and progressing to become the firm’s administrative director.

Education

María Eugenia Valecillos is Venezuelan, bilingual (English and Spanish) and has a degree in Law from the Rafel Belloso Chacín University (URBE) in Maracaibo, Venezuela.

Alberto Marquez

Paralegal Leader

Alberto Márquez, foreign lawyer with an extensive and solid career. My path has been forged through a robust education in my hometown, comparable to a Juris Doctor degree in the United States, backed by more than 15 years of experience in the judicial system. “My commitment is to provide you with expert and confident guidance on the complex immigration law of the United States.”

Education

Alberto has a degree in Law from the Rafael Urdaneta University of Maracaibo, Venezuela.

Mercedes Crespo

Paralegal

Mercedes Crespo is a bilingual and dedicated professional with a JD in Law from the Rafael Belloso Chacín University in Maracaibo, Venezuela.

In 2004, she completed a Master’s Degree in Civil Procedural Law at the University of Zulia in Maracaibo, Venezuela. She also obtained a Specialization in Litigation from the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello – Caracas, Venezuela in 2006.

 Before joining our team, she practiced business, corporate and administrative law for more than 10 years in her native Venezuela.

Mercedes is a dedicated paralegal, passionate about helping clients with immigration matters, including non-immigrant petitions with an emphasis on TN, H-1B, L-1 and E visas; I-140 employment-based petitions, applications for permanent residence and US citizenship.

Education

In 2004, she completed a Master’s Degree in Civil Procedural Law at the University of Zulia in Maracaibo, Venezuela. She also obtained a Specialization in Litigation from the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello – Caracas, Venezuela in 2006.

Jorge Rangel

Paralegal

He has been practicing law since 2009 as an independent attorney, in 2013 he founded Acosta, Rangel & Asociados: Abogados. He served as CEO and as a lawyer specializing in Civil Law, Labor Law and Corporate Law. Jorge is a bilingual professional, with special dedication to helping people.

Education

Jorge has a degree in Law from the University of Zulia, Venezuela. Additionally, he completed a Master’s Degree in Civil Law Studies in 2011.

Jose Aguirre

Legal Assistants Coordinator

José is a bilingual lawyer, and before joining the Galer Law Firm team, he practiced in areas of private law. As a Virtual Legal Assistant, he has played a fundamental support role alongside the entire immigration paralegal staff at the firm. He is responsible for assisting and collaborating in the preparation of various petitions and applications for both non-immigrant and immigrant matters.

Educación

Ricardo Cruz

Paralegal

Ricardo is a bilingual lawyer with more than 25 years of experience in his native Venezuela, where he practiced civil, corporate and labor law.

Education

Graduated from the Andrés Bello Catholic University (Caracas, Venezuela) with a Bachelor’s degree in Law and Specialization in Civil Procedural Law, for Ricardo it is an honor and a great reward every time he helps our clients achieve their immigration goals.

Maria Claudia Tamagno

Paralegal

Maria Claudia Tamagno, throughout her career, she has managed complex cases and drafted key documentation for case submissions, demonstrating a deep commitment to her clients by offering precise and personalized legal solutions. Her approach focuses on thoroughly understanding each client’s needs, providing continuous support, and adapting to the specific circumstances of each case, with the goal of helping them achieve their dream of living in the United States through dedicated and efficient legal service.

Education

Argentine lawyer who graduated with honors from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), with a strong background in U.S. Immigration Law, specifically in handling EB-2 National Interest Waiver visas.

Daniel Malham

Daniel joined our Immigration Paralegal team in 2023. He is a bilingual professional, graduated as a lawyer, summa cum laude, from Universidad Rafael Urdaneta in Maracaibo, Venezuela.In the professional area, he has experience in the private sector as well as in the Public Administration. Academically, he is dedicated to research in Compliance and New Technologies Law, especially in the field of Artificial Intelligence, in which he is a conference speaker and has several scientific publications.

Martha Elena Vetancourt

Martha Elena is a bilingual professional with a law degree from the Andrés Bello Catholic University in Venezuela, where she is also pursued an advanced studies program in Corporate Law. She participates in volunteer organizations, providing free legal advice on civil and commercial matters, an experience that gives her valuable insight into immigration law within the business context.

Adaelizabeth Guerrero

Is a Venezuelan attorney who graduated from Universidad Santa María in 2010. She has significant experience in corporate law and private practice in Venezuela. Her expertise is further strengthened by her memberships in the Venezuelan Maritime Law Association, the Venezuelan Arbitration Association, the Venezuelan Society of Commercial Law, and Women in Energy Venezuela. These affiliations have provided her with opportunities to publish several academic essays, featured in notable publications such as Ius Mare (Mexico) in October 2023 and January 2024, Mercojuris.com (Argentina), the Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise (CIFILE) Journal of International Law, Volume 4, Issue 8, September 2023, and Issue No. 16-5 of the Venezuelan Maritime Law Association Journal. She is bilingual, fluent in both Spanish and English.Adaelizabeth has fourteen years of professional experience. She has worked in the public sector as a lawyer for Petrocedeño, S.A., and Petrojunín, S.A. (Legal Department) from 2012 to 2015. In the private sector, she is a partner at the law firm “ADA’S GUERRERO, ABOGADOS S.C.”

Daniela Villagran

Daniela Villagran, a bilingual attorney with more than 5 years of experience in Labor and Corporate Law in Bolivia. Graduated in Law from the Private University of Santa Cruz de la Sierra, in Bolivia, as well as an Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies, obtained in the city of Houston, Texas. Added to this are the years of experience in Business Immigration, obtained during her years living in the state of Texas.

Lucrecia Villaruel

Paralegal

Lucrecia Villarruel is a distinguished foreign lawyer with a law degree from the prestigious University of Buenos Aires (UBA), where she excelled academically. With a strong foundation in Immigration Law, she has developed specialized expertise in EB2-NIW visas. Over the years, Lucrecia has gained extensive legal experience, where she has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to her clients by delivering precise, efficient, and impactful legal solutions.

Her unwavering dedication to her cases and clients truly sets her apart. Lucrecia is recognized for her strong convictions and relentless advocacy on behalf of those she represents. As an Immigration Paralegal, she has successfully managed complex cases, conducted in-depth legal research, and presented numerous cases to USCIS. Her primary goal is to continue advancing in this field, helping clients achieve their dream of living in the United States.

Educación

Victoria Fraile

Victoria is a dedicated bilingual legal professional, proudly licensed as a lawyer in Venezuela. Currently pursuing her studies in Political Science, she brings a diverse range of experience across various facets of legal practice. Her expertise spans Corporate Law in the oil and gas sector, as well as Legal Research focusing on International Human Rights Law and Administrative Law, among other areas. 

With a strong commitment to excellence, Victoria is driven by a passion for serving both her team and clients. Her primary goal is to continuously develop her professional skills and knowledge, ensuring that she contributes effectively to achieving shared objectives. Victoria embodies a strong work ethic, blending love for her craft with a relentless pursuit of success in every endeavor.

Faustino Lozano

Paralegal

Argentine lawyer with experience in Academic Research, Litigation and Immigration Law. Dedicated to the presentation of EB2-NIW cases, assisting clients in achieving their projects in the United States of America.

My goal is to accompany each step of the process, focusing on specific needs and personalizing the strategy with the utmost attention to detail and care to present the best feasible project.”

Educación

Samira Abboud

Paralegal

Samira is a law student at the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Caracas, Venezuela, currently in her ninth semester. She is committed to her legal education and actively participates in community service-related activities. Her academic and volunteer focus aims to enrich her legal knowledge and contribute to the well-being of individuals and society.

Educación

Maria Aragort

Legal Assistant

 As a recently graduated lawyer from UCAB, I am ready to continue this tradition of excellence. With knowledge as the ultimate goal and a desire to help people as the driving force, I am also  ready to expand my legal expertise while always prioritizing the pursuit of justice.

Educación

Stephanie Tello

Stephanie Tello is a lawyer who graduated from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB) in Caracas, Venezuela. Early in her professional career, she provided free legal advice, drafted documents, and followed up on cases at the Centro de Clinica Juridica (UCAB), a social extension that provides legal support to communities. This experience allowed her to acquire primarily solid knowledge in civil, inheritance, and family law.

Passionate about continuous learning, Stephanie is expanding her knowledge in other areas of law. Currently, with a special interest in immigration law, she assists Paralegals in the resolution of applications submitted to the firm.

Maria Eugenia Chirinos

Legal Assistant

Maria Eugenia practiced Corporate Law in Venezuela from 2013 to 2015. In 2017, she graduated with a master’s degree from Northeastern University. Maria Eugenia assists with immigration petitions for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, the United States Department of Labor, and United States Consulates worldwide.

Education

Maria Eugenia Chirinos is a bilingual professional with a law degree from the Universidad Monteávila in Caracas, Venezuela. LL.M. from Northeastern University, Boston, Mass.

Triana Pacheco Gurría

Legal Assistant

Triana Pacheco is a bilingual professional with a degree in Communication Sciences from the Latin American Technological University. She practiced journalism and worked as a translator in the same field.

Education

Triana Pacheco holds a degree in Communication Sciences from the Latin American Technological University, with a certification in reverse translation from the Intercontinental University.

Karelys Huise

Karelys Huise is a lawyer graduated from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello, in Caracas, Venezuela. She has experience in Digital Marketing and social networks since 2017 and is linked to social and educational causes. She has collaborated with various NGOs in the area of communications and fundraising, standing out for her volunteer spirit and passion for helping others. Her comprehensive profile combines her legal training with her experience in digital marketing and her vocation for social service.

Pablo Alvarez

Pablo Alvarez holds a Bachelor´s degree in Translation a major university in Venezuela. He has over 10 years of experience in translation, along with a background in customer service, event planning, and sales in international companies. He enjoys working in multicultural environments, is entrepreneurial, and has started small businesses in various fields. At our firm, he works as an assistant in the marketing and sales department, focusing on several visa applications.

Maria Rojas

María Alejandra Rojas, a graduate in International Business Administration from the University of Quindío. With both national and international experience, María Alejandra is bilingual and has worked in administrative, sales, digital marketing, and other areas. Her career includes a continuous focus on sales, customer service, and user support. She is a professional passionate about learning and is committed to honesty and excellence in service to meet our clients’ immigration objectives.

María Andreina Borges

Administrative Assistant

Andreina Borges is a Venezuelan passionate about architecture, currently pursuing her studies in this field. In addition to her academic dedication, Andreina has demonstrated her management and organizational skills by taking on responsibilities in the administrative field, where she handles phone communication and coordinates various tasks. Her collaborative and proactive approach makes her a valuable member of any team, always ready to contribute and improve processes with her positive energy. The combination of her architectural training and administrative experience allows her to bring a unique perspective and practical solutions to her work environment.

Educación

Orelys Dugarte

Administrative Assistant

Venezuelan, graduated in Business Administration with a specialization in Industrial Management from the Universidad de los Andes. With studies and experience in the administrative field, she has a solid foundation in areas such as accounting, finance, and human resources management. She firmly believes in the importance of serving others and constantly seeks ways to add value in any situation.

Educación

Maria Jose Camarillo

She is a bilingual lawyer, specialized in commercial matters. She is also dedicated to academic research in Digital Law, Privacy and Data Protection and its implications for companies. She is a proactive professional whose approach is to provide personalized attention, focused on the needs of each client.

Valentina Turdó

Paralegal

Valentina es una abogada graduada en la Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Asimismo, Valentina tiene experiencia en el área de Derecho Empresarial, precisamente en el sector de derecho aeronáutico, contractual y derecho de seguros. Valentina también trabajó en el área de derecho privado y tecnologías. Actualmente, es parte del equipo de paralegales que integran Galer Law Firm.

Educación

Yennasel Flores

Marketing and Sales Assistant

Yennasel Flores applies her skills as a translator in the administrative field at Galer Law Firm, where she plays a crucial role in facilitating communication and enhancing efficiency in the legal context.

Fabiola Solano

Paralegal

Fabiola Solano is a Venezuelan lawyer and legal enthusiast. She worked as a private attorney for ten years in the civil and criminal areas in her country. “I believe that the most important thing is to help the client; we are the instrument to solve their problems and support them on their path to achieving their goals. Helping people is one of the greatest satisfactions in my life.”

Fabiola Solano is a lawyer, graduated from the Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences at the University of Carabobo in Valencia, Venezuela, in 2014. Additionally, she is a Radio Host, having graduated from the Central University of Venezuela in 2018.

Educación

Belinda Regal Brown

Paralegal Leader

Belinda Brown, licensed attorney in Mexico with a Master of Laws from the University of Houston. In the United States, she has accumulated 7 years of experience in immigration matters. “I am here to support you in your immigration case with the firm belief that I will do everything possible to help you achieve success in this crucial process.”

Education

Belinda Regal has a degree in Law from the University of London Querétaro campus, she has a Master’s Degree in United States Law from the University of Houston and a Certification in Forensic Animation from ARAS.

Hector Milazzo

Marketing and Sales Assistant

Hector Milazzo is a bilingual psychologist with over 15 years of clinical and sales experience. As a psychologist, Hector specializes in the treatment of couples therapy, anxiety and stress disorders. He also has experience in the development of prevention and mental health promotion programs.

In the area of sales, Hector has worked in different industries, including technology, education, health and food. He has a proven track record of success in developing and executing effective sales strategies.

Hector is committed to providing excellent service to his clients.

He is an effective communicator and an attentive listener. He is motivated to help people achieve their goals and objectives.

Education

Psychologist graduated from Universidad Rafael Urdaneta, Maracaibo, Venezuela.

Sofía Graterol

Legal Assistant

Sofía is a recently graduated lawyer from the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Caracas, Venezuela. She began her career as part of the UCAB Legal Clinic, offering free legal advice until she had the opportunity to join the Galer Law Firm team as a Virtual Assistant, where she has been able to combine her interest in law with the opportunity to help people seek a new beginning in the United States by supporting paralegals in preparing petitions.

Educación

Yarid Reyes

Yarid Reyes is a bilingual Venezuelan attorney with an outstanding academic background and extensive experience in various legal areas. In 2018, she earned her law degree from the prestigious Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Caracas, Venezuela. She began her career at a firm specializing in civil and business law and has been a valuable member of the Galer Law Firm, LLC team for the past six years. Currently, she serves as a Remote Paralegal, focused on providing clear and understandable guidance on immigration law. In addition to her technical expertise, Yarid is known for her teamwork skills and client-centered approach. Her empathy and critical thinking are invaluable resources in the preparation of each petition, with the ultimate goal of helping clients achieve the American dream.

Miguel Barrios

Associate lawyer

Miguel E. Barrios, attorney admitted in the State of Texas and Mexico, bringing a unique international perspective and extensive legal experience to the immigration process. Miguel’s competence is enhanced by his memberships in the Houston Bar Association, the Texas Young Lawyers Association, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association, keeping you at the forefront of immigration law. Focuses on providing personalized support through the immigration process, ensuring that clients feel safe and cared for in a professional and compassionate manner.

Education

Miguel Barrios has a degree in Law from the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, Mexico and obtained his master’s degree in International Law from the American University (Washington College of Law) in Washington D.C.

He joined our team as a bilingual immigration paralegal professional, and is responsible for the preparation of non-immigrant and immigrant petitions and applications.

Certificates

Rice University Paralegal Graduate Certificate Program

Professional experience

Miguel has experience working in the United States as a paralegal in a large company and an international organization. In Mexico he has worked as a lawyer for 15 years in the private and public sectors, focused on corporate, administrative, contractual and international law. He has collaborated with the World Bank on a book on international comparative law. Miguel is passionate about continuing to perfect his professional skills to offer better services to our clients.

Miguel Barrios es licenciado en Derecho por la Universidad Iberoamericana en la Ciudad de México, México y obtuvo su maestría en Derecho Internacional por la American University (Washington College of Law) en Washington D.C.

Programa de Certificado de Posgrado Paralegal de la Universidad de Rice

Miguel tiene experiencia trabajando en Estados Unidos como paralegal en una gran empresa y una organización internacional, en México ha trabajado como abogado durante 15 años en el sector privado y público, enfocado en derecho corporativo, administrativo, contractual e internacional. Ha colaborado con el Banco Mundial en un libro sobre derecho comparado internacional. A Miguel le apasiona seguir perfeccionando sus habilidades profesionales para ofrecer mejores servicios a nuestros clientes.

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