Leslie Ann Diaz is one of the sharpest and outstanding immigration lawyer. If you want an immigration lawyer that will actually work your case rather than set it aside, she is the best contact for you. She is a great communicator and provides factual answers to all my questions regarding my Green card filing where it has some complications. She took time, went out of her way and explained all the paperwork I needed, the entire process and what to expect. I can guarantee that if I ever have an immigration attorney in future, Leslie Ann Diaz will be my first call. Thank you so much for your help and looking forward to hire you in future. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Leslie Ann Diaz to everyone who are in need for Immigration Attorney.
Ms Leslie Diaz and Yareli vera are outstanding in every aspect both professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated!
If you are looking for a great immigration lawyer - please, look no further! Weinstock Immigration Lawyers are truly amazing. Not only Ms Diaz and Ms Vera extremely knowledgeable and experienced in immigration field - they are super attentive and dedicated and will treat your case/problem as her own. They are always available via email or phone, answers all the questions in details, and during meetings - they always prepared and will spend extra time with you. Ms Diaz or Vera always will be in touch, guiding you through the whole process until full success.I am very glad I choose Weinstock Immigration Lawyer as my lawyer and highly recommend them to anyone to use there services if you need help in your immigration process.
My case was approved one year Exact. I am very please and happy. Thanks again to the great team at weinstock.
Expertise in family and business immigration, litigation, asylum law, and federal court and appellate practice.
19 years
Leslie Diaz is an associate attorney at Socheat Chea, a premiere Atlanta immigration firm.  Ms. Diaz practices immigration law exclusively, specializing in removal (deportation) defense and federal court and immigration appellate litigation.  She has represented clients in Immigration Courts throughout the country to obtain relief from removal.  Additionally, she has extensive experience filing appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and Petitions for Review in several federal Courts of Appeals.   She often files lawsuits in federal courts to obtain immigration benefits for her clients, including mandamus cases.  Ms. Diaz also regularly appears before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on behalf of aliens filing family- and business-based immigration petitions.
Prior to specializing in removal and deportation representation, Ms. Diaz previously served as a Staff Attorney for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals.  She has also practiced in the areas of criminal and commercial litigation.  While in law school, she interned with the Southern Center for Human Rights and the DeKalb County Public Defender’s Office, and participated in the Volunteer Immigration Project in Miami, Florida.Â
Ms. Diaz is admitted to practice law in the state of Georgia.  She is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, and the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.  She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and served on various AILA liaison committees in Atlanta, including ICE and EOIR committees.  Ms. Diaz graduated from Emory University School of Law with a Juris Doctor degree in 2000.  She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Florida in 1995.Â
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Excellent Immigration Attorney
Leslie Ann Diaz is one of the sharpest and outstanding immigration lawyer. If you want an immigration lawyer that will actually work your case rather than set it aside, she is the best contact for you. She is a great communicator and provides factual answers to all my questions regarding my Green card filing where it has some complications. She took time, went out of her way and explained all the paperwork I needed, the entire process and what to expect. I can guarantee that if I ever have an immigration attorney in future, Leslie Ann Diaz will be my first call. Thank you so much for your help and looking forward to hire you in future. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Leslie Ann Diaz to everyone who are in need for Immigration Attorney.
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Posted by Oyd and Sherry Michael | July 24, 2019
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Best Lawyers at Weinstock
Ms Leslie Diaz and Yareli vera are outstanding in every aspect both professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated!
If you are looking for a great immigration lawyer - please, look no further! Weinstock Immigration Lawyers are truly amazing. Not only Ms Diaz and Ms Vera extremely knowledgeable and experienced in immigration field - they are super attentive and dedicated and will treat your case/problem as her own. They are always available via email or phone, answers all the questions in details, and during meetings - they always prepared and will spend extra time with you. Ms Diaz or Vera always will be in touch, guiding you through the whole process until full success.I am very glad I choose Weinstock Immigration Lawyer as my lawyer and highly recommend them to anyone to use there services if you need help in your immigration process.
My case was approved one year Exact. I am very please and happy. Thanks again to the great team at weinstock.
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Posted by Juan | July 20, 2019
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Inmigration
I reached out to Weinstock Immigration in November of 2018. I was dealing with an important immigration issue and was recommended by a friend to contact Weinstock. I am so glad I did! Laura and Leslie are a dream team. I had so many questions and concerns and they were always a phone call/email away. They gave me peace of mind and put every worry to rest. In less than 10 months my case has been completed and I couldn’t be happier! While researching a team to take on your case, look no further! You won’t regret it.
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Posted by Charles B. | June 14, 2019
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Citizenships Approval
I highly recommend Leslie Ann Diaz! It was such a pleasure working with her. Normally the citizenship approval process is long, difficult & stressful. However, working with Leslie and her team made it the exact opposite. I couldn’t have been happier with the results that I have gotten. Thank you to Leslie and her team for all of their help !
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Response from Leslie DiazJune 18, 2019
Thank you so much, Charles! It was a pleasure. Congratulations again on your naturalization!
Posted by Mohamed | June 13, 2019
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Formidable
Leslie handle my case so perfectly in a small amount of time, she is professional and she knows very well the law.
She was always there when needed her.
Don’t be reluctant to hire her.
Response from Leslie DiazJune 14, 2019
Thank you so much for your kind words! It really was a pleasure, and I am so pleased that everything worked out so well. I wish you and your family the best of everything!
Posted by Yetti | May 7, 2019
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Excellent lawyer! I’m very satisfied.
I came to the US on a visitor’s visa. Two weeks before my departure I had to undergo an emergency surgery for a condition I wasn’t even aware I had. As a result of this, I was advices by the medical team that I couldn’t go back to my intensive work and that I also had to stay back for at least two years for continuous post surgery monitoring. During the waiting period, I got really frustrated staying all day without doing anything tangible. I decided to go to school and get a masters degree.
I reached out to Weinstock Immigration and Leslie Diaz was appointed to work with me. I felt extremely comfortable with Leslie from day one. She calmed my fears as I was told changing from a B2 to F1 visa was an extremely difficult thing. She was quite knowledgeable and also very caring and calm. All through the waiting period, I had to keep renewing my visitors visa so I won’t go out of status. Anytime I felt like giving up because of how long the process was taking, Leslie will always tell me in her gentle way that I needed to keep going. I’m glad to say that I got all approvals and school is going on fine. I believe the fees are also reasonable compared to other firms of their caliber. For me, having a knowledgeable lawyer that pays attention to details is equally as important as having a strong genuine case - Leslie was all of that and more. I have absolutely no regrets choosing Weinstock.
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Posted by Sey | May 2, 2019
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Attorney Diaz is awesome
I had what turned out to be a complex immigration case. We started the process sometime in 2016 and I just got approval last month. Leslie was straightforward with us in all matters. She was always helpful anytime one of the many crazy curve balls came up. At our third immigration interview, Leslie's presence saved the day. Without Leslie and Alina, this would have been more nightmarish than it was. They delivered way beyond expectations. Well worth the fees lol
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Posted by Jennifer | April 27, 2019
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Professional, extremely knowledgeable, great communication skills
I would highly recommend Leslie Diaz as an immigration lawyer. My husband and I hired her for my husbands immigration CR1 visa. From the initial consultation via Skype, we were highly impressed by her knowledge of the immigration law and of the entire process from start to finish. During the process, Ms. Diaz kept in constant communication with us and always replied to our questions in a timely manner. Ms. Diaz was recommended to me by a friend and I will continue to refer her services to friends and family. She is compassionate and very thorough. She gained our trust throughout the entire visa process and we had a successful ending when his visa was approved.
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Posted by Safiya | April 15, 2019
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Permanent Residency
Leslie Diaz and the Weinstock Immigration team were truly a blessing to work with. My husband and I hired Leslie to help with obtaining permanent residency. I was on a F1 student visa and needed to apply for a change of status since I married my husband, who is a U.S citizen. At our first consultation, Leslie informed us that it would be a straight forward process – and indeed it was! She was there for us every step of the way: from helping us gather the relevant applications and making sure we had the correct supporting documents, and not to mention being proactive in answering our messages. She was very responsive to all of our calls and emails. We even had a phone consultation leading up to the interview to help us get prepared. Hiring Leslie and Weinstock was a great investment, worth every penny. My husband and I are even considering hiring Leslie again when it becomes time to apply for citizenship. If you’re in a similar situation, I would highly recommend reaching out to the Weinstock team to help you through the process.
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Posted by Rick | April 11, 2019
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Legal Status
My name is Rick Esteves and I am from Brazil. I recently got my immigration case successfully handled and would like to share with everyone how it came about;
I have been trying for over 20 years to acquire legal status in the USA. I went through a number of immigration "lawyers" for help, all they did was take my money leading to no results whatsoever.
About 13 years ago, I learned of an immigration lawyer by the name of Karen Weinstock. I made an appointment with her to discuss my case, she was very upfront and honest about my case being a complicated one. She stated her law firm would do whatever it took to get me legal status and a green card and they would never give up. Both Karen and her associate Leslie Diaz worked really hard on my case and despite much negative feedback from USCIS, they never gave up.
Finally, after almost 13 years of waiting, my case was approved and I received my green card. It was the best feeling of my life!
In March of 2019, I was able to travel to Brazil and see my Mother and others in my family after a long wait...and come back with no problems.
I would just like to say how much I appreciate Karen Weinstock, Leslie Diaz and all their staff for never giving up on me. I will always be grateful to them.
I would strongly recommend Weinstock Immigration Lawyers to anyone needing help with their immigration process.
They will be honest, fair and fight for you.
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Posted by Patrick | February 22, 2018
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THANK YOU
I had an excellent experience with Ms Leslie Diaz. Every time I sent an email she were very quick to reply. Ms. Leslie were very patient with all the questions I asked. I had to travel outside of the country to obtain my permanent resident card and was very nervous I would not be able to return to the United States. The attorneys here made sure I had every document I needed to ensure a smooth process and with her help I was able to obtain my green card and safely return to the United States. I strongly recommend Ms. Leslie Diaz, and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who needs an excellent Lawer
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Posted by Daniel | October 15, 2017
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Great Lawyer
They were very knowledgable, fast, and, more importantly, caring. You could tell that they were there to help with your future not just your paperwork.
Response from Leslie DiazOctober 16, 2017
Thanks so much for your kind words, Daniel! It was a pleasure working with you. I wish you the best of luck in all of your future endeavors!
Posted by Thomas | September 26, 2017
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Thank You Leslie
Leslie gave us hope from the very beginning. She fought for us when we we're hopeless. Thank you for helping us get our Green card, we would not have made it without you...
with much gratitude,
Thomas and Margarita
Response from Leslie DiazSeptember 27, 2017
Thank you for your kind review, Thomas! It was such a pleasure to work with you and your wife. I wish you all the best.
Posted by Vera | June 10, 2017
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Great support!!!
I had a great experience! They were really great in helping me understand the process and getting me through all kinds of questions. They really went above and beyond helping me get everything in order. They were always by my side the whole way. I now have my American Citizenship. I do recommend them 100%.
Posted by Jose | April 26, 2016
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Best immigration lawyer in town
I worked with Leslie to obtain my green card and citizenship. What kept me coming back to her is that she stayed on top of everything and always updated me on every step or notification received. The whole process was worry free.
Posted by Amanda and Reynaldo Rodriguez | March 1, 2016
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Gets the job done!
My husband Reynaldo Rodriguez was in the country illegally for around 11 years before we decided to find a lawyer. We are are so grateful that we choose the Leslie Diaz and the lawyers at Weinstock Immigration. They put in so much hard work and compassion getting my husband's wavier and then his green card/ residence card. Our family is so grateful, I can't say enough good thing about these lawyers, they are quick to call you back, they answer any question you have, they put everything together very quickly and they have so much knowledge of the immigration process. Thank you so much for keeping our family together and giving us a great new start!!
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Posted by Meihua | January 5, 2016
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A great attorney to work with
Leslie helped me file the I-140 petition. I really appreciate the high quality of her work. For example, the letters of recommendation were extremely well written, and every sentence highlighted me and my research, not someone in general.
Also, she responded to my inquiry very quickly, even during the weekend. My case was approved within a week. Overall, it's an absolutely pleasant experience working with her!
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Posted by Nkasiobi | November 18, 2015
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Excellent service
Very passionate about her job and friendly.winestock immigration lawyers help me get my green card within six months. i here by recommend winestock Immigration Lawyers for anybody who is looking for green card and reliable service on any immigration related cases. #excellent service and friendly attorney #
Posted by Anthony Samuel | September 18, 2015
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Great lawyer
She took my case over from another lawyer, and in three months she did what he failed to do in a year and a half. I wished I had called her first. She is a first class lawyer, thank you Leslie for helping my wife and I.
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Posted by Lin | June 29, 2015
A great attorney to work with
2 weeks ago, Leslie helped me applying for green card in EB1-B category. It's a pleasure to work with her. She used her great expertise to make the petition letter and everything looking wonderful. And my case was approved without RFE. I do appreciate her expertise and great work.
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Immigration Attorney | Feb 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've had the opportunity to see Ms. Diaz at work and also collaborate with her on a local AILA CLE presentation. Her knowledge and passion for the profession and her work is superb. I highly recommend Ms. Diaz."
Immigration Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I had the good fortune to work at the same firm with Leslie for about 2 years shortly after law school. Leslie brings a strong work ethic and a thoughtful table-side manner to her practice. Her experience and passion put her near the top of my list when I am asked to refer an immigration attorney in Atlanta."
Immigration Attorney | Feb 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Leslie and I have worked on a number of cases together. She is extremely knowledgeable about immigration law and its effect on criminal cases. She is hard working and excellent at what she does."
Immigration Attorney | Jan 30
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Leslie and I have been working on a case for a mutual client. Leslie has been a great help in my handling of our client's criminal case as she has been guiding us on how to avoid the potential perils from the immigration side of things. She has always been extremely responsive to the questions that our client and I have had for her. I hope to continue working with Leslie in the future. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | May 15
Relationship: Co-worker
"I worked with Leslie for four years in Atlanta, GA. When I first started working she was a senior attorney who I turned to for any immigration question and appellate matter. Leslie always had an answer and would take the time to brainstorm with me to figure out the best solution for the client. She truly cares about her clients and is one of the most compassionate people I know. Leslie has tremendous experience in both immigration litigation and appellate immigration matters. She takes the time to make sure the job is done right. Leslie is known amongst her peers as a knowledgeable attorney and is well-respected. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Dec 03
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a criminal case that had immigration consequences, and Leslie was extremely well-prepared and knowledgeable. I hope we can work together again."
Immigration Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse Leslie; I have known her since 2007. Leslie is well respected by her colleagues in the immigration law community and has a strong grasp of immigration laws."
Immigration Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Leslie is one of the smartest immigration attorneys I know - she is a true academic who loves learning for the sake of learning. She has a wealth of experience from working both for the government and in private practice. She has a calming personality that makes her clients and colleagues feel at ease."
Immigration Attorney | Apr 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Leslie for a couple of years. Mrs. Diaz is well respected by her colleagues in the immigration law community and undoubtedly has a strong grasp of immigration law."
Immigration Attorney | Feb 21
Relationship: Co-worker
"Leslie is a wonderful lawyer who is extremely knowledgable about immigration court and litigation practice, including deportation and removal cases and relief from removal (such as cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, asylum and waivers). She is well known to all the immigration judges and ICE trial attorneys. As a former staff attorney for the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, her appelate work including BIA appeals and petitions for review is of great quality, and it contributes to her success on behalf of her clients."
Immigration Attorney | Feb 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Leslie because I have observed her work in various aspects of immigration litigation for five years and can attest that she is a conscientious and passionate advocate for her clients and well-respected both in the court and in the immigration law community for her work."
Immigration Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I would happily endorse Leslie Diaz. Leslie brings a wealth of both knowledge and experience to her practice. I have worked with Leslie on a few immigration law cases and found her to be passionate about her performance and the service she provides to her clients. Leslie is an outstanding lawyer."