Garden Ridge Lawyers

I am a 1966 graduate of the University of Texas School of Law and a 1964 graduate of the University of Texas School of Business. Following graduation, I served in the United States Army in the Army Security Agency and, after receiving a commission, in the Army Artillery. I was released from duty after obtaining the rank of Captain. Then in 1969, I started a 40-year practice of law primarily in the Rio Grande Valley assisting clients in commercial and business matters, including litigation. I was privileged to have served as President of the Cameron County Bar, an elected member...

Education

1995- J.D. in Law Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico ranked 8th.
1999- LLM Master in Laws American Legal Studies, St. Mary’s University School of Law
2001- Jurisprudence Doctorate St. Mary’s University School of Law

Employment

2016- Founded Afonso Otero Attorney at Law, P.C.
2001- Founded Gonzalez & Otero, P.C.
2001- Present Attorney Consultant for the Mexican General Consulate in San Antonio, Texas
Participated as an expert in Mexican and immigration law for the Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Texas.

Memberships:

Texas Bar Association 2001 – Present

Western District of Texas

Southern District of Texas

United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

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Anna Torres is the principal attorney at Anna M. Torres & Associates, P.C., and works in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law, Guardianships, and Special Needs Planning.

Ms. Cape obtained her J.D. degree from George Washington University Law School and her B.S. degree in Marketing, with a minor in Psychology, from Georgetown University . Ms. Cape began her journey in the field of immigration law while still in law school, during which time she took several courses in the area of immigration and asylum law. During this time, Ms. Cape also participated in the Immigration Law Clinic and represented individuals seeking asylum status in the U.S. Ms. Cape has been practicing immigration law exclusively since December 1997. Ms. Cape is admitted to practice law in the state...

I grew up in the small town of Hallettsville, Texas and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio. Prior to law school I worked as a petroleum landman where I researched title to land for oil and gas companies. I continued to work as a landman during and after law school. My extensive knowledge in tracing mineral title and conducting genealogy research helped me make a natural transition into probate law and estate planning.

I take pride in my ability to navigate through the legal process while maintaining a compassionate...

Aida Rojas, a Corpus Christi, Texas native, has called San Antonio home for over 30 years. She earned her law degree from St. Mary’s Law School in 2001 and immediately dedicated herself to advocating for families. Focusing on Family Law, Aida has passionately guided clients through complex matters such as divorce, child custody, adoptions, and CPS cases. Her extensive experience in child advocacy has led to numerous appointments as an Ad Litem and Amicus attorney by both judges and private attorneys. Known for her unwavering commitment to justice, Aida has built a strong reputation as a fierce advocate who tirelessly protects the...

Roberto is a Managing Partner at Joyner + Joyner’s San Antonio office. His practice focuses on immigration law, criminal defense and small business law. He was born in Mexico City, Mexico.

Matthew has been nominated as a Rising Star in 2021 and 2022 in the field of Family Law. Only 2.5% of all attorneys receive this honor chosen by other attorneys.