
Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo, Immigration Attorney in Plano, Texas
Over 19 years of legal practice
ShareholderatCowles & Thompson, P.C.
Plano, TX
Practicing immigration in Plano since 2007.
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Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo is a shareholder based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on Immigration. Michelle has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cowles & Thompson, P.C..
- Based in
- Plano, TX
- Experience
- over 19 years
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- Immigration
- Handles Immigration matters from Plano, TX.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo: Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo is a shareholder based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on Immigration. Michelle has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cowles & Thompson, P.C..
Areas of practice
Michelle's practice areas in Plano
Michelle concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michelle handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases in Plano, Texas
Michelle takes immigration matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michelle agrees to represent you.
Biography
Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo, immigration attorney serving Plano
Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo is a shareholder based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on Immigration. Michelle has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cowles & Thompson, P.C.. Michelle works from Plano, Texas and takes on immigration matters across the region.
Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo is a lawyer practicing immigration. Michelle received a B.B.A. degree from St. Mary's university in San Antonio in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Michelle practices at Cowles & Thompson, P.C. in Plano, TX.
Michelle's approach to immigration cases
Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo is a lawyer practicing immigration. Michelle received a B.B.A. degree from St. Mary's university in San Antonio in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Michelle practices at Cowles & Thompson, P.C. in Plano, TX.
The kind of cases Michelle takes
Michelle reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Plano and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michelle studied and practices
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 2007
St. Mary's university in San Antonio
B.B.A. International · 2001
Jurisdictions
Michelle's state bar admissions
Texas
2007 · ACTIVE
Michelle studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.B.A. International in St. Mary's university in San Antonio.
Law school and academic background
Michelle completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.B.A. International in St. Mary's university in San Antonio. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michelle runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Michelle's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships & Affiliations •State Bar of Texas •Dallas Bar Association •American Bar Association •Immigration Law Section - Vice Chair (2020-2021) •WE LEAD: Women Empowered to Lead in the Legal Profession, 2018 •American Immigration Lawyers Association
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Locations
Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo's office in Plano
Michelle's primary office is at Preston Park Financial Center, 4965 Preston Park Boulevard, Suite 320, Plano, TX, 75093. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cowles & Thompson, P.C.
Preston Park Financial Center, 4965 Preston Park Boulevard, Suite 320
Plano, TX 75093
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How to hire Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michelle usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michelle charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michelle's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michelle will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Plano, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michelle
Michelle discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michelle confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michelle's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michelle Verdiguel Alonzo
How much does it cost to hire Michelle for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michelle walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michelle offer a free consultation?
Michelle charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michelle's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Michelle's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in Texas typically take?
Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michelle gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michelle take my case if I'm outside Plano?
Michelle is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michelle will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Michelle?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michelle will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michelle accepting new immigration clients right now?
Michelle's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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