Mayabanza Sylena Bangudi

Mayabanza Sylena Bangudi

also known as Mayabanza S. Bangudi, Maya Bangudi

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Laurel, MD
Practice Areas: Immigration, Family, Business

603 7th Street., Suite. 301, Laurel, MD

About Mayabanza

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Immigration 50%

16 years

50%
Family 40%

International family law Divorce Custody Child Support Adoption Guardianship Mediation

40%
Business 10%

16 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 20 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bangudi Law LLC

603 7th Street., Suite. 301, Laurel, MD, 20707

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Mayabanza Sylena Bangudi's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michael | July 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Freedom

I was detained with a criminal conviction. Every other immigration attorney I spoke to were not able to give me any ideas as to how they could help. All they wanted was to quote me a sum of money. But Ms. Bangudi was honest and straight forward about the hard road we were facing. She did not sugar co...at anything to get me to attain her as my attorney and she had ideas to start with. She worked hard to do the research and prepare for my case and I am thankful for her as I have been released from detention with all proceedings dismissed. My family and I are forever grateful.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

VICTORY!

Maya represented me on a hotly contested custody and child case. Her preparedness and swift action before and during trial made me feel confident and reassured during the process. I have never been through this before and Maya was very transparent. Detail is important to her as I saw during my own c...ase when she made sure no witness or evidence went without thorough inspection and cross-examination where necessary. Do your self a favor and hire Maya so you leave this process with understanding and piece of mind.

Posted by Axel | September 26, 2017 | Immigration

Amazing Lawyer!

I fought for almost a year with Immigration and the US Passport agency to obtain proof of my citizenship. I went to Bangudi law, and within a week, my US passport was in my hands, and all my troubles became a distant memory. Mrs. Bangudi was available for short notice appointments, which was great! S...he listens carefully, is precise, clear, and extremely worth the $! I can't believe I waited so long to meet with her!

Posted by Juanita | December 02, 2014

Superior Service

Ms Bangudi provides excellent and knowledge service consistently. She is very direct, honest and goes above and beyond. I have never met a lawyer who was not money hungry, until I met her. I highly recommend her if you want guaranteed results that is affordable and reliable and provided with integrit...y.

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Mayabanza Sylena Bangudi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ali Herischi

Immigration lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Other

"Extremely knowledgeable, caring, and kind. A pleasure to work with."

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Vanessa Dozier

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fantastic and knowledgeable fellow lawyer. I would highly recommend."

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K Wellington

Immigration lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Bangudi is a strident champion for the cause of justice and fairness. She brings an equal mix of passion and compassion to her Immigration and general law practice. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Green

Immigration lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Bangudi is a smart, dedicated and passionate advocate for her clients. I had the privilege of volunteering with her on several American Immigration Lawyer Association DC Chapter Fall Conference Planning Committees and her drive, energy and knowledge are impressive."

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Patrice Dziire

Immigration lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known and worked with Maya for more than five years and worked with and supervised countless attorneys over the course of my 10 year legal career. She is overall an excellent attorney. And two of her qualities particularly stand out: 1) She is a first rate legal writer. In fact, you would be hard pressed to find better quality writing in our business. 2) Her professional ethics are unwavering and at the very highest standard. I endorse her without reservation."

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Jumoke Oladapo

Family lawyer

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Brian Green

Immigration lawyer

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Patrice Dziire

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

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2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Bangudi Law LLC

2007 - 2009

Attorney/Associate, Hudson Cook, LLP

2002 - 2006

Associtate/Attorney/Law Clerk, Dla Piper Us, LLP (And Predecessors)

Associations

2017 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington D.C. chapter)

Executive Committee

2014 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association, Immigration Section

Immediate Past Chair

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

National Ethics Committee Member

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

National Conference Committee

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Annual Conference & Ethics Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

CAD1115355

Court vacated divorce based on fraud; court awarded new divorce and monetary award to firm client

In Re ***

Immigration judge granted asylum based on family as a social group and gang-based persecution

CAD1024262

International custody and child support order vacated; custody and child support for client grnated; Affirmed on appeal.

False Claim to US Citizenship

I successfully challenged the allegation of a false claim; client was admitted and resides in US as a lawful permanent resident.

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Education

2004

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Louisville

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

French

Activity

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