Your Trusted Immigration Attorney: Making Dreams A Reality
As an immigration lawyer with over 20 years of experience, I can diligently protect your rights and your ability to stay in the U.S. in various immigration law matters.
How My Family’s Legal Roots Shaped My Career
I’m Rafael “Ace” S. Climaco, and I am the son of immigrants from the Philippines. My family has a notable history in the legal field in the Philippines. My grandfather, Rafael Climaco, served as a justice on the Philippine Appeals Court and was a top performer on the Philippine bar exam. Additionally, my uncle, Cesar Climaco, was not only a respected lawyer but also a long-serving mayor of Zamboanga City and a former presidential cabinet member, celebrated for his devotion to public service.
Their dedication to justice and public service deeply inspired me. Since 2005, I have been practicing immigration law. I understand the challenges and dreams of those who seek a better life, and I’m committed to helping my clients achieve their goals. My background not only motivates me but also guides me in my daily work helping others start their new chapters in the U.S.
At my firm, the Law Office of Rafael S. Climaco, I speak both Spanish and Chavacano (a Spanish-based dialect from the Philippines), enabling me to help clients in their preferred languages.
Full-Service Immigration
Helping Individuals, Families And Businesses With Their Immigration Needs
As an immigration lawyer with over 20 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to effectively and diligently represent you in various immigration matters.
I can help with a wide variety of visas, both immigrant visas and nonimmigrant visas, whether they are family-based or employment-based visas. For employment-based visas, I can help with all categories of the employment-based immigrant visas and the Labor Certification process (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, and PERM) and all categories of nonimmigrant visas (such as H-1B, L-1, and E-1/E-2). For family-based immigrant visas, I can assist with all family visa categories whether processing through the National Visa Center, a U.S. consulate or embassy abroad, or through Adjustment of Status here in the United States. I can also help with waiver applications for certain visa applicants and U visa petitions for victims of criminal activity.
If you are seeking to become a U.S. citizen, I will guide you through the process. I will explain each step, help prepare your documents and support you throughout the process to ensure that you understand what’s happening and feel confident as you move forward.
In addition, I also provide aggressive removal defense. I will defend you in immigration court, help you understand the grounds of your defense, and work tirelessly to protect your rights and your ability to stay in the U.S.
Legal Guidance For Asylum Seekers
For those seeking asylum, I understand that this process can be challenging, but I will take the time to listen to your story, explain the legal steps you need to take, and help you understand your rights and the laws that can protect you in this country. I will also diligently prepare and submit all necessary paperwork and represent you in court. My goal is to give you the best chance to live safely and freely, away from the dangers you’ve encountered at home.
If you are facing an immigration challenge, whether it involves visas, naturalization, removal defense or asylum, I can help you. Call my firm, the Law Office of Rafael S. Climaco, at 415-578-6826 or complete my online contact form. I am fluent in Spanish.
I am Rafael “Ace” S. Climaco. I will be committed to advocating for you and ensuring that your voice is heard and your rights are protected.
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