We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
Steve Maggi
About Steve
Biography
I was born in Argentina, and was brough to the US as a child. My family came from Hungary, Italy, Spain, Cuba and Argentina. I went through the immigration process and felt what it was like to not belong. I also learned that this country offered lmitless possibilities, as long as you were willing to work very hard for them. This is what got me where I am, through Stuyvesant High School, UNC Chapel Hill and Georgetown Law, and what propeled me to launch my own law firm in 2004.
My goal is to help good people realize their unique versions of the American Dream, just as I have been able to do.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Immigration
100%
23 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 14 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
SMA Law Firm
222 Broadway, 19th Floor, New York, NY, 10038
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Steve Maggi's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
30 Client Reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (30)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
What Clients Mention
Showing 11 - 12 of 12 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2013 | Immigration
A trustworthy immigration lawyer
I filed for an H3 visa - a relative complicated process. Steve was knowledgeable about the visa and responded to my emails quickly. After we got a request for evidence request, Steve worked with me closely and intensively, allowing me to send a respond within a week - without charging me extra mone...
Posted by anonymous | September 05, 2011 | Immigration
Ex client very unhappy
Please be awared of this attorney, made a mistake while filling a form and my case was denied. I wasn't aware of this until I found out by myself, lost thousands of dollars and worse of all, I lost 2 years time waiting. When I asked him to fix what he did, he wanted to charge me 2k..... He did no...
Steve Maggi
Replied last November 20, 2013This review was based on a complete misunderstanding of the client's case. The case was a very complicated case to begin with as the employer was a closed corporation, i.e. family business, very small and with little revenue. The PERM was denied after being audited. I forewarned the client that the case would be very difficult from the beginning and diligently prepared the case, including doing the audit response for no additional charge. The case was denied. One year later we received a letter stating that the case was still open. I called to verify this and they said the letter was sent in error. Client insisted on us re-applying and that I do it for free. I let client know that the case was administratively closed and then client submitted this vehement attack. I had previously rescucitated the client's case in consular processing, then extended his H1b based on recaptured time spent out of the country, i.e. helped client on all levels. I presented a good-faith case to the best of my ability and it wasn't until the erroneously mailed letter was sent that client re-interpreted the situation as the did above. It is an inaccurate and unfair summary which is why I have decided to state the real facts here.
Steve Maggi's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steve is extremely diligent and an excellent collaborator. I was very happy to co-counsel on a matter with him and will do so again when opportunities present themselves."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Maggi is an amazing immigration lawyer. I first met Steve in 2016 when he presented at an Immigration Law based C.L.E.. His presentation was flawless, and the materials provided were clear and helpful. His knowledge of Non-Immigrant Visa Law is based in his deep understanding of the law and his critical understanding in immigration procedure in general. I have referred matters to his firm, and he has been successful. I highly recommend Steve Maggi, Esq."
"I endorse Steve. He is a highly skilled immigration attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Maggi is an extremely knowledgeable and well-respected attorney in the field of immigration law. He is considered to be a thought leader in business, entreprenuerial and investment-based visas, and teaches courses to other attorneys on the subject, as well as presenting nationally and internationally. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs immigration."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has significant experience in business immigration laws, such as E, L and H visas. Also in immigrant investors visas and consular process."
"I know this lawyer to be an experienced immigration attorney and would recommend him without reservation."
Moses Apsan
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2004 - 2016
Managing Partner, SMA LAW FIRM
2001 - 2003
Associate, Morgan Lewis & Bockius
Associations
2015 - Present
International Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationCommittee Co-chair, Immigration Committee
2006 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Education
2001
Georgetown University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Innovate46
US Visas for Innovators and Entrepreneurs
Languages
Spanish