About Grace Rosas
Grace Rosas Alano is a dedicated immigration attorney based in San Francisco, California. She has been practicing law since her admission to the State Bar of California on December 4, 2000. As the founder of Alano Immigration, Ms. Alano provides many services in immigration and visa matters. Her expertise includes family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, political asylum, and naturalization applications — Each case is approached with a commitment to understanding the needs of her clients. Ms. Alano earned her Juris Doctor from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles, California.
During her time in law school, she worked by externing with the Honorable Carlos R. Moreno of the United States District Court for the Central District of California. This opportunity allowed her to observe the details of federal court proceedings and deepen her understanding of immigration law. Prior to law school, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of California, Berkeley, which has enhanced her ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively. In addition to her private practice, Ms. Alano is actively involved in the legal community. She serves as a board member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), where she collaborates with fellow attorneys to advocate for fair immigration policies.
Furthermore, she has contributed to the Bar Association of San Francisco's Immigration Law Section, helping to shape discussions around immigration law issues in the region. Her commitment to education is evident in her role as an adjunct professor at San Francisco Law School, where she teaches Immigration Law, preparing the next generation of legal professionals. Ms. Alano is certified as a Legal Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California. This certification reflects her extensive knowledge and experience in the field. Additionally, she is admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
This lets the attorney represent clients in federal appellate matters. Her office is conveniently located at 2858 Diamond St., San Francisco, CA 94131, where she can be reached by phone at 415-413-8472 or via email at grace@alanoimmigrationlaw.com. Her commitment to immigration law is further demonstrated by her pro bono work with the Volunteer Immigration Program of the San Francisco Bar Association and the AIDS Legal Referral Panel. Through these initiatives, Ms. Alano provides legal assistance to underserved communities, ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to critical legal resources. This dedication to service shows her belief in the importance of justice and equality within the immigration system.