Rishi Pratap Oza

Rishi Pratap Oza

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 19 years

Immigration Lawyer at Durham, NC
Practice Areas: Immigration

2310 South Miami Boulevard, Suite 235, Durham, NC

About Rishi

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

21 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 10 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 19 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2006

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

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2310 South Miami Boulevard, Suite 235, Durham, NC, 27703

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Rishi Pratap Oza's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Good at filling out forms, poor at strategy

My 2 star “fair review” is not based on lack of desired outcome but lack of knowledge, consistent follow through, and inability to provide options that other attorneys provided. I applied for a parole in place and after a year of waiting was denied. Not the Rishi fault, all paperwork was filled out... correctly. Rishi suggested that I submit again but had no strategy of what we could do to shape a different outcome. After another year of waiting, it came back denied again. Rishi spoke to a contact he said he had within USCIS who told him that if we submitted again, nothing was promised but that they would keep an eye on the package. I hired another lawyer who immediately did a FOIA to gain the internal USCIS paperwork to find out why I was denied. With this information the attorney was able to shape the strategy that Rishi did not have. Additionally, I was put through a rigorous interview by the attorney who suggested additional avenues that could be pursued that Rishi never mentioned. When there was a package in process, I had the tracking number, so there was no need to talk to him. When it was time to talk to him, he would ignore e-mails, phone messages and I had to use their online appointment system which was the only way I could get him to respond. I terminated the relationship and am pursuing my goals with another attorney. If you have forms that you want filled out, his office is good at that. If it is a simple matter, I would recommend him. For something more complex, look elsewhere.

Posted by Amit | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Immigration Attorney!

I was a bit wary of seeking legal representation from just any attorney for my Citizenship interview. But then happened to see the profile, high reviews and recommendations for Rishi, so decided to speak to him. While discussing my case with him, I requested if he could represent me in my immigration... matters. My interview was the very next day and when I mentioned this to him, Rishi understood the gravity of my situation and instantly offered to change his schedule asking if I wanted him to accompany him to my interview. I couldn't have been more fortunate and agreed. I'd some complexity in my case so his handling my case was God sent. Next day, on day of my interview, he met me inside USCIS field office and guided me on my case specifics. Once called in by USCIS interviewer, Rishi accompanied me. Where necessary he answered the Immigration officer and elsewhere allowed me to respond. At the end of interview, I was told that I'd cleared the interview (All credit to Mr. Rishi) and am awaiting oath. I found him to very knowledgeable in immigration matters along with a very friendly disposition. I highly recommend him and would seek his counsel when needed.

Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

B2 visa

Robert brown LLC is a premier Immigration law office. Its service is second to none. If you are looking for results regarding your immigration needs, look no further. My husband and I had the opportunity to retain Attorney Rishi Oza and his assistant Marta Kiss for the B2 visa of my mother in law. Th...e whole process took less than 3 months. We were very fortunate to have Robert Brown LLc represents her. Attorney Rishi and his assistant Marta are very knowledgeable, professional, courteous and responsive. They are the best. I will recommend them to anyone in needs of immigration service.

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2017

Great and Friendly Lawyer

My husband and I were confused about our case and was not sure if wanted to file our application yet and was looking for advice on how to go forward. Mr. Oza was very understanding and willing to help and provide very helpful and at the same time free consultation.

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2016 | Immigration

Options for Immigration

Mr. Oza helped us to understand our options for immigration. He told us what the implications were for the visas we could obtain. He knows Immigration Law thoroughly and communicates about it clearly. He has found his true vocation. Thank you Mr. Oza!

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Rishi Pratap Oza's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathleen Fish

Immigration lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Rishi Oza is an exceptional immigration attorney. He is highly skilled in all U.S. immigration matters and is well-respected by his colleagues and other members of the community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathryn Russell

Immigration lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Rishi is an outstanding immigration attorney. He is extremely skilled in all areas of U.S. immigration law and has a special talent for finding creative solutions for his clients. I trust his experience and judgment wholeheartedly and I highly recommend him to anyone with a U.S. immigration matter."

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Brian Johnston

Immigration lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rishi is a fantastic immigration attorney. He is highly intelligent and knows the law. Rishi also cares about his clients and works to obtain the best possible outcomes for them. He is my go-to for any immigration issues or questions. Anyone who retains Rishi will be in very good hands."

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Aleksandar Cuic

Immigration lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Rishi Oza is highly skilled in all facets of Immigration Law including Employment based, Family based as well as representing clients before Immigration Courts throughout the United States. I have personally witnessed the devotion Mr. Oza has towards his work which is evidenced by the respect he receives from his peers, clients and fellow Immigration practitioners."

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Erin Brown

Immigration lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Rishi is a talented and knowledgeable attorney. He is able to determine creative solutions to challenging immigration problems for employers and individuals."

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Robert Brown

Immigration lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend this lawyer. Rishi knows the law, he knows the immigration system and he understands his clients needs and goals. He is able to work with anyone to get the best result for his clients. He command of the immigration law allows him to handle all matters including employment based permanent resident petitions, family based petitions, no immigrant employment visa, removal proceedings and complex citizenship matters. With a full command of the immigration law, knowledge of the system ad with an understanding of what the client wants, he is tops at obtaining the results clients look for."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2014

Preeminent Lawyers, Bar Register

2012

Top Attorneys, Columbus Monthly

2011

Top Lawyers, Guide to Commercial Litigation

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Partner, Robert Brown, LLC

Associations

2019 - Present

Federal Bar Association chapter (NC)

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Provisional Waiver Success!

Visa and waivers approved. Client is a lawful permanent resident

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Education

2006

Case Western Reserve University School of Law, Cleveland, Ohio

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland

M.A.T

1996

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

DACA Presentation

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

Publications

2018

Languages

Gujarati

Activity

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