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Fernando Magdaleno

Licensed in CA

Biography

Born and raised in Southern California, Mr. Serrato found Serrato Law Firm, PC in Santa Ana, California shortly after graduating from the prestigious UCLA, School of Law as a way to serve his community. For over 20 years now, Mr. Serrato has served the city of Santa Ana providing legal representation in immigration, criminal, and personal injury matters. In his nearly 20 years of practice, Mr. Serrato has established himself as one of the best litigators in the field. He has successfully helped thousands of immigrants obtain lawful status in the United States, defending immigrants before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. Mr. Serrato has represented individuals in criminal proceedings to ensure that minor offences do not result in serious immigration consequences and ensuring that everyone's rights are protected in court. He’s also helped clients recover millions in damages in personal injury claims. He’s ensure that immigrants know that they can pursue recovery after they’ve been hurt in an accident regardless of their immigration status.

Education

  • Whittier Law School - J.D. California Sate University
  • Fullerton - B.A. University of California - College of Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings) - J.D. California Sate University
  • Fullerton - B.A.