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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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Chat withState: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2014
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State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 2016
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153 Cordaville Road, Suite 320, Southborough, MA, 01772
10 Weybosset Street, Unit 403, Providence, RI, 02903
41 Client Reviews
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Posted by Sandra Romero | March 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Thank you so much!
I highly recommend Massa Viana Law! Antonio is a great person and a great lawyer, he explain step by step on how is going to work! Antonio and the staff make me feel as part of the lovely family they have at the Firm! Amanda LaRocca is very kind and she cares about her clients and explains everything...
Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2019 | Immigration
A great lawyer and a public servant
Antonio works tirelessly to help educate the community. He has consulted with many students in our agency. I have seen him present to dozens of groups, helping people know their rights. He cares for his clients, gives great advice, and is bilingual. When you choose an immigration lawyer, you put your...
Posted by Mituzael | March 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Note of Great Service Provided by Antonio Viana Law
It was a great privilege to have Attorney Antonio Massa from the Massa Viana Law as my council in two cases. One was as my family immigration Attorney and in another occasion on a Restraining Order case. He represented me very well succeeding on both cases. A few things I like when working with him: ...
Posted by David | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Antonio Massa a superb lawyer!
Antonio is a superb lawyer, he is very knowledgeable and supportive and I definitely recommend his services. Throughout our K-1 visa process and subsequent adjustment of status when in the U.S he was always avaliable to answer questions and made what can be a stressful process a calm and relaxed affa...
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Agradecido
O dr. Antonio Massa Viana foi o meu advogado no processo do green card de 10 anos .. ele e toda sua equipe foram muito prestativos e eficientes ... quando uma pessoa chega a procurar um advogado e porque essa pessoa esta mesmo necessitada ... a grande vantagem no dr. Viana e a facilidade dele falar s...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Antonio Massa Viana is a fierce advocate for his clients, and a professional and compassionate attorney. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
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2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2019
Machado de Assis Medal, Brazilian Endowment for the Arts
2014
National Religious Freedom Moot Court Champion, The George Washington University Law School
2012
Esther Clark Competition - Winner, Roger Williams University School of Law
2014 - Present
Managing Attorney, Massa Viana Law
2014 - 2015
Legal Consultant - Citizenship, MIRA Coalition
2013 - 2014
Editor-in-Chief, Roger Williams University Law Review
2012 - 2012
Student Law Clerk, Catholic Social Services - ILEAP
2010 - 2011
Community Organizer / Wage and Hour Caseworker, Brazilian Immigrant Center
2014 - Present
Brazilian American CenterBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New England chapter)Member
2017 - 2020
American Civil Liberties Union of MassachusettsBoard Member
2016 - 2018
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New England chapter)Litigation Committee Liaison
2015 - 2024
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese SpeakersBoard President
Asylum granted
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Bachelor of Music
2025
2018
2016
Carreers in Immigration
2015
Executive Actions on Immigration
2015
2015
2013
Portuguese
Spanish
Legal Answers
Left child in home country when migrated?
15 Nov 2020
What would be a better option for filing i-485, when I am eligible to apply with two different categories?
15 Nov 2020
Can I file a late i-751 form and get my conditional residency adjusted without getting deported?
14 Nov 2020