About Evelyn
Evelyn J. Herrera is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. She was admitted to the California State Bar in 1994. Her license is currently in active status. Ms. Herrera is the principal attorney at the Law Office of Evelyn J. Herrera, LLC, a firm specializing in immigration law. The firm's office is located at 1919 5th Street, Suite M, Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505. She has been practicing law for over 30 years, with more than 26 years dedicated exclusively to immigration law.
Ms. Herrera earned her Juris Doctor degree from the Santa Clara University School of Law. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate education at California State University. She has been a member of the California State Bar since 1994, maintaining an active status throughout her career.
Ms. Herrera's practice focuses on immigration law, encompassing a wide range of case types, including family-based and employment-based immigration, asylum seekers, victims of violence, and deportation defense. She represents clients at all stages of legal proceedings, from initial consultations and case evaluations to hearings, appeals, negotiations, and trials. Her extensive experience allows her to effectively navigate the complexities of immigration law, providing comprehensive support to her clients.
Throughout her career, Ms. Herrera has handled cases in various courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Santa Clara and the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. She has also appeared before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Her practice has involved representing clients in both state and federal courts, as well as before administrative agencies such as the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
Ms. Herrera is an active member of the California State Bar Association. She is also a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), which provides resources and support for immigration attorneys. Ms. Herrera is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling her to serve a diverse clientele effectively. She is committed to educating individuals on their rights and the immigration process, offering bilingual legal services to assist clients in navigating the complexities of immigration law.
