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Prior to opening my own law firm, I worked in both small and large law firms. My scientific background and knowledge of business principles have mad me an invalualble resourse for clients involved in highly technical matters.

Ms. Mercado, the founder of the Mercado Law Firm, speaks fluent Spanish and has practiced law since 2006.  Ms. Mercado received her Juris Doctor degree from American College of Law in Anaheim.  She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Judaism in Bel Air.. Before starting the Mercado Law Firm, Ms. Mercado worked as a Senior Associate at Crandall, Wade & Lowe in Calabasas where she supervised associate attorneys and office staff in all aspects of workers’ compensation defense. She also managed a full case load representing employers, insurance agencies and third-party administrators in workers’ compensation litigation, settlements and hearings, EDD disputes and lien resolution at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board throughout Southern California.  In addition, she presented training seminars for the associate attorneys and other legal staff.. As an Associate Attorney at Grancell, Lebovitz, Stander, Reubens and Thomas in El Segundo, Ms. Mercado was responsible for workers’ compensation litigation and case management of defense workers’ compensation claims on behalf of employers, insurance carriers and third-party administrators.  In addition to devising case strategy, she negotiated settlements and evaluated the liability and exposure of worker claims.  She conducted depositions, analyzed medical and personnel records and maintained relations with clients, opposing counsel and co-counsel.. Ms. Mercado was an Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of Ramin Younessi in Los Angeles, where she helped devise strategy for clients of the workers’ compensation applicant firm.  She also handled all aspects of applicant representation in workers’ compensation, including trial appearances on all issues.. As an Associate Attorney at Michael Sullivan & Associates in El Segundo, Ms. Mercado handled a significant case load of workers’ compensation defense files from inception to resolution.  She participated in all manner of hearings, conferences and trials appearing at Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board throughout Southern California and developed particular expertise in AOE/COE determinations, permanent and temporary disability and medical provider networks.. Ms. Mercado has appeared before the Immigration Court in Los Angeles representing non-detained clients at Master Hearings and Individual Hearings.  She has also represented clients at Asylum Interviews, Adjustment of Status Interviews and Naturalization Interviews.  Additionally, Ms. Mercado has represented detained clients in Bond Hearings, Master Hearings and Individual Hearings.. Ms. Mercado also worked as an appearance attorney representing clients before the Bankruptcy Court, the Superior Court on Family Law matters and at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board.. Among her notable accomplishments, Ms. Mercado volunteered at the Pro Bono workshops held at the United States Bankruptcy Court Central District through the Public Law Center in Orange County where she counseled the nonprofit’s low income clients enabling them to represent themselves in court.  She received a Certificate of Appreciation from the United States Bankruptcy Court Central District of California in honor of her contribution as a Pro Bono volunteer in the Central District of California.. Additionally, The Board of Governors of the State Bar of California presented Ms. Mercado with The Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services due to her voluntary provision of legal services to the poor through Bet Tzedek.. Ms. Mercado is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) and Long Beach Bar Association (LBBA).

I am a sole practitioner with a focus on immigration and family law practice. My firm deals with all facets of immigration, from business visas to family petitions, deportation defense including representation at bond hearings in the various immigration detention centeres, and appeals to the federal courts. I am a native of Spain who immigrated to the United States through marriage. I am also a family law attorney and can vigorously represent you in all family law matters including divorce, petitions to establish paternity, custody and child support matters. I have two trusted employees on my team but I oversee all cases, big and small.

Gerri D. Marshall was born, raised and educated in Los Angeles, California, where she graduated from Southwestern Law School. She has been a member of the California Bar since 2013. Gerri is also a proud graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in both History and Political Science, often times being included on the Dean's Honors' List.. Upon becoming a licensed attorney in California, Gerri worked as an immigration attorney in Los Angeles County where she filed 1000s of O and P Visa Petitions for musicians, music groups, singer-songwriters, composers, DJs, athletes, athletic coaches, models, actors, producers, directors, tv hosts, comedians, editors, writers and business professionals from Europe, Australia, Canada, South America, Africa, South Korea, and Mexico. She has successfully filed numerous applications related to Lawful Permanent Residency, Naturalization, waivers, Fiance Visa petitions, other work visas petitions and federal government seizures/forfeitures with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, abroad at the American Consulates and with the United States Customs and Border Protection.. Gerri also files and maintains trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark office.. Gerri is completely fluent in Spanish. When not working, Gerri loves music (and art generally) and especially enjoys attending live music festivals and concerts, including those where her clients perform. She loves exercising, reading, traveling, cooking, and spending time with her family, friends and clients.

As an immigration attorney, I pride myself in working with clients from all over the world on complex immigration matters, ranging from family-based cases to employment-based cases to immigration appeals.. I believe patience, careful listening, and creative thinking are critical for success in any case.  In my experience, the best way to help clients find legal solutions begins with a personal approach and mutual respect. My experiences both as a volunteer with the United States Peace Corps in Costa Rica, and as a law student working at Loyola Law School's Immigrant Justice Clinic, have solidified my passion for working with individuals, business and families in our community find solutions to their legal problems.

Andrés Ortiz is an immigration lawyer in California and a foremost authority on the potential adverse immigration consequences of criminal convictions and plea deals (“Padilla Opinions”). Attorneys from across the nation consult Andrés on a regular basis for his expertise in how to resolve criminal cases without triggering deportation and removal.. A graduate of Loyola Law School, Andrés has been the recipient of numerous awards for his work. He was named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and was Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy's pro bono attorney of the year for 2016.. Andrés handles cases in immigration court, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California and the Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals. He is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association's Immigration Section Executive Committee as well as an ICE Public Advocate Field Liaison.. In addition to Padilla Opinions, matters Andrés handles:

*Attorney Admitted in California and Japan (licensed foreign attorney) at GOH Foreign Law Office  *California law firm and in-house counsel experience  *Adjunct Lecturer

Experienced Immigration attorney serving clients in Long Beach and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration attorney serving clients in Long Beach and surrounding areas.