Adan G. Vega (Rice University B.A., 1976; The University of Texas at Austin School of Law JD., 1979) has dedicated his practice of law exclusively to the area of immigration and nationality law.  With over forty (40) years of experience in his field, Mr. Vega has lectured at conferences of the American Immigration lawyers Association (AILA) and The University of Texas on immigration issues. On August 23, 1988 he presented testimony before a United States House of Representative Committee on the Judiciary/Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees and International Law with regards to the Immigration Reforms and Control Act of 1986 and its effects on the United States; he has served as legal counsel for several foreign governments in the United States including the government of Mexico and El Salvador with respect to immigration issues. The Migration and Refugee Services of the United States Catholic Conference presented Mr. Vega with a special service award in recognition of outstanding commitment and dedicated service to the newcomers in our midst.

In 1985, attorney Vega was awarded a Certificate of Special Competence from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of Texas authorizing the title of Board Certified Specialist. He has been involved with AILA since 1982 and served as Texas Chapter Conference Co-Chairmen in 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2004.  Mr. Vega has acted as legal counsel to multinational companies, and has been active in offering pro bono services to the indigent community in Texas. He authored a book titled Guide of United States History and Government in 1989. He was one of the founders and an initial director of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in 1984, President of Consejo Hispano from 1987-1988, as well as special immigration legal counsel and board director, vice president, and president of the Camara de Empresarios Latinos of Houston (CELH). Adan G. Vega has been recognized as a Top Texas Lawyer since 2004 by Super Lawyers.

Giancarlo Vega graduated from South Texas College of Law (STCL) and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin in Economics. Giancarlo focuses on employment-based visas, family-based petitions, and removal proceedings.

Prior to joining the firm, Giancarlo was an attorney at a family-based immigration firm where he represented individuals in complex removal proceedings and counseled clients to navigate their family-based petitions. Giancarlo also served as a student attorney in the STCL’s Immigration Clinic where he provided legal support and advocacy to noncitizen juveniles and victims of certain crimes.

Giancarlo is bilingual in English and Spanish and a member of the State Bar of Texas/licensed to practice law in Texas.

With years of experience in both private practice and public services, Mr. Duenas possesses a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge that combined provides our clients with a well-rounded approach to their unique situations. In his legal career, attorney Manuel Duenas gained diverse experience by representing clients in immigration matters ranging from family and employment-based petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) and immigration detention cases, to representation in immigration court hearings.

Attorney Duenas gained invaluable experience when he participated in the Immigration and Human Rights Clinic as a Student Attorney and provided pro bono legal services to clients in immigration detention centers in Southwest Texas.
Prior to joining the firm, attorney Duenas served a Staff Attorney at Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston wherein his area of focus was representing the vulnerable population of Unaccompanied Minors in immigration court proceedings.

Manuel graduated from the University of Houston-Downtown with a bachelor’s degree in history and later graduated from St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas with a Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree.

Manuel is Bilingual in English and Spanish and a member of the State Bar of Texas/Licensed to practice law in Texas.

As a seasoned professional with a passion for excellence and a proven track record in business management, Zuly brings a wealth of experience and technical knowledge to her role as the Business Manager at Vega & Associates, PLLC.

With over 14 years of experience in the field and a personal affinity for people, Zuly is able to leverage a unique blend of leadership, analytical, and communication skills to navigate the complexities of managing an immigration law office while ensuring the firm’s success. In her professional career, Zuly has gained diverse experience in family immigration law and business immigration law. Zuly’s dedication and keen understanding of the multifaceted and dynamic landscape of immigration law, enables her to wholly support the firm’s mission of providing exceptional legal services to clients navigating the intricate immigration process.

Mrs. Reyna joined our law office in 2013. Her dedication and attention to detail makes her a valuable asset to our office and to our clients. Mrs. Reyna has gained significant experience in our area of practice, immigration and nationality law, and has assisted Attorney Vega as a paralegal in family-based and employment-based immigration matters. Mrs. Reyna received her higher education from San Jacinto College and has learned to implement her academic education, along with over ten (10) years of acquired experience in the field, to execute assignments on behalf of clients with the upmost efficiency and professionalism. Mrs. Reyna is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Susie Rodriguez is an integral part of our law office. Ms. Rodriguez is attorney Vega’s legal assistant and client liaison. She treats every one of our clients as if they were family and she wholeheartedly enjoys being a part of our clients’ journey through the delicate and important process of obtaining immigration relief. Ms. Rodriguez is fluent in English and Spanish.

Ana Magana serves as support for our legal department and assists in communicating and providing aid to our clients. She helps maintain efficiency and transparency throughout our office. She is fluent in both English and Spanish and is happy to be of service to all clients.