Atty. J. Francisco Tinoco

Atty. J. Francisco Tinoco

Mr. Tinoco was born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas from immigrant parents.

McAllen McAllen 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Francisco Tinoco at a glance

J. Francisco Tinoco is a Principal based in McAllen, Texas, practicing at Law Office of J. Francisco Tinoco, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, immigration, business, federal crimes, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New York (2001), District of Columbia (2003), and Texas (2009). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D. Parker, 1999) and Columbia University in the City of New York (B.A. Dean, 1996). Serands clients in McAllen, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Tinoco was born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas from immigrant parents
  • After graduating from Edinburg High School located in Edinburg, Texas, Mr. Tinoco attended both the undergraduate school and Law School at Columbia University, located in the City of New York
  • Mr. Tinoco attended Columbia College and was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree
  • Upon graduation, Mr. Tinoco immediately enrolled at Columbia Law School, and was awarded the Juris Doctor with a Certification from the Parker School of Foreign and Comparative Law
  • After practicing law in New York City at a big law firm, Mr. Tinoco returned to the Rio Grande Valley to help immigrants and the most needy in our area
  • Mr. Tinoco continues to this day to help every day people in their every day legal needs

Practice Areas Explained

J. Francisco Tinoco's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Francisco Tinoco handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Immigration Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Federal Crimes

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in McAllen are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Francisco Tinoco

Where is J. Francisco Tinoco's law office located?
J. Francisco Tinoco's law practice is located in McAllen, Texas. The firm is Law Office of J. Francisco Tinoco, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Francisco Tinoco handle?
J. Francisco Tinoco focuses on criminal defense, immigration, business, federal crimes, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has J. Francisco Tinoco practiced law?
J. Francisco Tinoco has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did J. Francisco Tinoco go to law school?
J. Francisco Tinoco earned their education at (J.D. Parker, 1999); (B.A. Dean, 1996).
How can I contact J. Francisco Tinoco for a consultation?
You can contact J. Francisco Tinoco directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D. Parker
Columbia University School of Law
- 1999
B.A. Dean
Columbia University in the City of New York
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2003
Texas
Admitted: 2009

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