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Antonio Massa Viana

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  • Framingham, MA
  • Licensed for 6 years
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About Antonio

Antonio is passionate about immigration law, civil rights, and constitutional issues, as well as about the clients he represents. He founded Massa Viana Law with the goal of creating a firm guided by the principles of excellency in advocacy, mutual respect, and most importantly, of service.
An immigrant himself who first moved to the United States when he was 12 years old, Antonio tackled the immigration system first in his own personal life. He discovered that many times, in order to succeed, you need to push the envelope and not give up, despite the odds. That vision is employed daily in his firm, where attorneys and staff are encouraged to seek creative legal solutions for difficult problems, even when the answers are not readily apparent.
This never-give-up attitude allowed Antonio to become the first known undocumented immigrant attorney in Massachusetts. He attended Roger Williams University School of Law, where he was the first Latino Editor-in-Chief of the RWU Law Review, as well as winner of the Esther Clark and National Religious Freedom moot court competitions; he sat for the bar exam in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Rhode Island would postpone his bar admission until he became a legal resident, but Massachusetts swore him despite his lack of legal status. Antonio started practicing immediately in immigration removal defense.
Antonio, together with his team, have helped hundreds of people—from those seeking refuge within our borders, to victims of violence and crimes, to those looking to once again be reunited with their loved ones—achieve their dreams of legal residency and citizenship.

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Practice areas

Criminal defenseImmigration
  1. Immigration: 80%

  2. Criminal defense: 20%

Languages spoken

Portuguese, Spanish

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Contact

463 Worcester Road
Suite 401
Framingham, MA, 01701

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    RINot authorized to practice201604/08/2021
    MAActive201403/09/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers29
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Machado de Assis MedalBrazilian Endowment for the Arts2019
    National Religious Freedom Moot Court ChampionThe George Washington University Law School2014
    Esther Clark Competition - WinnerRoger Williams University School of Law2012
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Managing AttorneyMassa Viana Law2014 - Present
    Legal Consultant - CitizenshipMIRA Coalition2014 - 2015
    Editor-in-ChiefRoger Williams University Law Review2013 - 2014
    Student Law ClerkCatholic Social Services - ILEAP2012 - 2012
    Community Organizer / Wage and Hour CaseworkerBrazilian Immigrant Center2010 - 2011
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese SpeakersBoard of Directors2015 - Present
    Brazilian American CenterBoard of Directors2014 - Present
    American Immigration Lawyers Association (New England chapter)Member2012 - Present
    American Civil Liberties Union of MassachusettsBoard Member2017 - 2020
    American Immigration Lawyers Association (New England chapter)Litigation Committee Liaison2016 - 2018
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Brazilian MagazineThe Wrong Help Can Hurt2015
    Bate Papo MagazineO Futuro do Decreto Executivo do Presidente Obama2015
    Roger Williams University Law ReviewIn Re Town of Little Compton2013
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Roger Williams UniversityJD - Juris Doctor2014
    City University of New York, Brooklyn CollegeBachelor of Music2009
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Give Liberty a HandVoices from Our Immigrant and Refugee Communities2018
    New England AILA Law StudentsCarreers in Immigration2016
    Latin American Law Students AssociationExecutive Actions on Immigration2015
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Removal Proceedings - Asylum (Latin America)Asylum granted

    Reviews

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    Very happy

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    in november 2020 i handed my case over to antonio, in april 2021 i received my green card, without the need for an interview or questioning from immigration, the Proscesso was really excellent, i am very happy with the care they took in my case.
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    Excelente profissionais

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    Excelente profissional!!! Amanda e toda equipe estão de parabéns!!! Eu recomendo a todos ..
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Great job and awesome people

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    Massa Viana Law did an excellent job helping me applying for my citizenship. They were very efficient throughout the entire process, specially in this tough year of 2020. Employees are very friendly and helpful. I would definitely use their services again and highly recommend them.
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    Helped my Family

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    When we gained a family member who is undocumented and I was struggling to help her, Antonio really came through for us! He is so knowledgeable and he really helped us with our legal situation. He was so patient with me as I was very stressed and he answered all questions.
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    Education and Career Advisor

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    Antonio and his legal team are very compassionate, knowledgeable, and trustworthy with handling immigration issues and process professionally. I confidently recommend Antonio Massa Viana and his legal team.
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    Lawyer

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    Very good lawyer, friendly, good prices. I’m very happy with this lawyer and the people work for him.
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    Got the job done

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    The firm analyzed, put together, sent forms, and accompanied me on my adjustment of status - which was successful- on a reasonable timeframe.
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    Massa Viana Law

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    Ice detainee one of my family member on June 2019, after I called several lawyers only 3-4 call me back and basically without meet in person or knowing more about our case they simple said they couldn’t take our case. I met with 2 other lawyers and I did not like or feel comfort with them at all, because several reasons one off big reason was they did not taking a time to look @ our papers and they did not provide any good answers or reasonable planning. I decide to call my regular lawyer and ask him if he could recommend someone to us and he’s highly recommend Antonio Viana from Massa Viana Law, I called Massa Viana law immediately and the secretary was so nice and she was very carefully on taking all my information and learn about our case, after that she immediately schedule any visit with Antonio. I met with Antonio for more than one hour, he’s took his time looking through all my papers and our case, after very carefully look through everything he was very honestly with me and told me up front all the possibility and how he will proceed, I honestly felt so good about him and most importantly your faith with our case. I signed the contract right there and I hired Massa Viana Law, was 99 days working with this company and I couldn’t be more satisfied. I talk to Antonio and he’s team every single day by text or call or email he’s walk me through on every single steps, and I felt so blessed to find a such good lawyer like Antonio. Doutor Antonio is an amazing man, brave man and very professional and honest. The entire Massa Viana Law team is amazing and very professional, they treat you like a family there and they care about you and your family. I highly recommend Massa Viana Law to any one. Thank you so much for the well done job! God blessed you all!
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    Not just a lawyer but an Immigrant himself.

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    Antonio is an immigrant himself on top of being a superb immigration attorney. If any one knows the process and the immigration laws, its him. Antonio is currently helping my wife and I with a somewhat complicated case because it involves a waiver. We would never be able to do it on our own especially with the way the modern immigration system has become so complex and extremely complicated. Antonio and his staff are the best. They are very knowledgeable, caring, and honest. Antonio has got to be one of the best immigration lawyers out there right now along with his assistant attorney Caryn. If you have immigration matters that need to be resolved, don't hesitate to ask the experts themselves. One thing is for sure, dont try and do it in your own. You wont be disappointed with Antonio.
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    An excellent lawyer that cares for his clients

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    My wife and I had no idea what to do with her visa process, and Dr. Antonio and team helped us through everything. He clearly cares a lot about his clients and it shows in his effort and results. We couldn't ask for a better lawyer and partner on our legal journey.
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    Amy Wax, Immigration Attorney on Feb 3, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Antonio is a very knowledgeable and dedicated lawyer who puts his heart into each case and really cares about the client. I have him on my referral list to provide to clients when I am unable to take a case. I endorse him wholeheartedly.

    Joseph Flynn, Immigration Attorney on Jan 14, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Antonio has proven to care deeply about his clients and has a proven track record within his community. He is someone who takes great care in ensuring that no stone is left unturned when advocating for his clients. I have observed Antonio in the courtroom, and I can say that I enthusiastically endorse him as a great immigration practitioner.

    Joshua Paulin, Immigration Attorney on Jan 6, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Antonio Massa Viana is a fierce advocate for his clients in the immigration courts. I would strongly recommend him for complex cases before immigration judges.

    Julio del Olmo, Immigration Attorney on Jul 17, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Antonio Massa Viana is a fierce advocate for his clients, and a professional and compassionate attorney. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation.

    Michele Da Silva, Immigration Attorney on Jul 5, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Mass Viana is a dedicated attorney who fights for the rights of his clients. I have had the opportunity to witness this first hand in the courtroom. I am happy to recommend his services.

    Zahava Stern

    I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Massa Viana is a passionate, intelligent, and professional attorney, who goes above and beyond for his clients on difficult and important cases. You will not regret hiring Attorney Massa Viana.

    David Ellison, Immigration Attorney on Aug 23, 2016
    Relationship: Friend

    I highly recommend Antonio for immigration law. He is somebody who cares a lot for his clients. If I could describe him in one word, it would be passionate. He is somebody who goes above and beyond.

    Michael Foglia, Immigration Attorney on Dec 28, 2015
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Viana is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who strongly advocates for his clients on all aspects of immigration law. As a criminal defense attorney I have worked closely with Attorney Viana on a variety of criminal cases with respect to immigration consequences a non U.S. citizen faces if convicted of a particular crime. Attorney Viana's advice has helped me tremendously in the successful resolutions of my criminal cases. His commitment to excellence and dedication to his clients is clearly evidenced throughout. Attorney Viana receives my full endorsement.

    Melanie Shapiro, Immigration Attorney on Dec 14, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Antonio is a knowledgeable, caring, and competent immigration attorney. I have known Antonio for several years and have been impressed with his passion for his clients and service to the community.

    Matthew Koes, Immigration Attorney on Dec 10, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have seen Antonio in action for a little over a year. I have found him to be knowledgeable and conscientious. Most importantly, Antonio is a zealous advocate for his client. I highly endorse this lawyer.