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DARE TO DREAM! We are immigration attorneys with immigrant roots. Like many “Dreamers,” our parents brought us to this country seeking to provide us with a better future. We have worked hard to prepare ourselves to now help make that dream a reality for your family. We are a husband and wife team with years of experience in immigration and criminal law ready to fight for you. Our law office aims to provide top immigration defense with professionalism, honesty and respect.

meet the attorneys

Ricardo aguayo

Ricardo, a Mexican-born immigrant, grew up in California’s Central Valley in a family of migrant farm workers.  He is an immigrant success story having graduated with honors from UCLA and earned his law degree from UCLA School of Law.  Having first-hand knowledge of the struggles endured by immigrant families, he has been a passionate advocate using his skills to properly represent his clients.   

Ricardo is an expert in the complicated intersection between immigration and criminal law.  A significant part of his practice involves advising clients regarding the immigration consequences of criminal proceedings.  Ricardo prepared himself for this complex area of law by previously working for both the Public Defender’s Office in Alameda County and Marin County.  

He has continued his advocacy for immigrant families by becoming a certified legal specialist in immigration and nationality law, a distinction from the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, bestowed upon only a select number of immigration attorneys. 

Ricardo is an experienced litigator in removal defense and has represented numerous families in front of immigration judges.  He is also a passionate advocate for victims of crimes and has represented over a thousand immigrants in applying for legal status through a “U Visa.”

Ricardo is a native Spanish-speaker. He was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2007 and is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.

In his free time, Ricardo enjoys spending time with his family, running and wood-working.

BERTHA ADRIANA MAGAÑA

Bertha is a fearless advocate for her clients.  Born in Mexico, she was brought to this country at a young age and learned first-hand the struggles faced by immigrants.  Her family’s experience working in California’s Napa Valley helped her realize that immigrants are the back-bone which have made this country thrive. 

Bertha excelled academically, graduated with honors from UCLA, and obtained her law degree from UC Berkeley School of Law.  She has a deep commitment to working with marginalized communities.

Bertha previously worked for the Public Defender’s Office of Alameda County, and later at the California Appellate Project defending prisoners on California’s Death Row.  While at the California Appellate Project, she built professional relationships with both the Mexican and Honduran Consulates, as well as other professionals from El Salvador to better serve her clients from those countries. She has extensive experience working with individuals who have endured significant trauma in their lives, and is a very compassionate listener.

Her professional and life experiences have empowered her to be a resourceful, tenacious, and dedicated attorney for her clients.

Bertha is a native Spanish-speaker. She was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2008. In her free time, Bertha enjoys spending time with her family, sewing, and making LEGO creations with her daughter.

what we do

• U Visas for Victims of Crime

• Work Permits

• Lawful Permanent Residence

• Naturalization

• DACA

• Family Petitions

• Representation before the Immigration Court

• Cancellation of Deportation

• Consular Processing

• Renewal of LPR Cards

• TPS

• Political Asylum

• Detention

• Investigations of your Complete Record

• Consult with your Criminal Attorney

• Military Families

• Immigration Waivers

Our Office

By appointment only

We are located at: 1223 Solano Ave., Suite 4 Albany, CA 94706

Parking: No need to stress. There is plenty of free parking near the office.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 6568 Albany, CA 94706

(510) 989-2344

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