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Leslie Ann Diaz
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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.
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.
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Practice Area
Immigration
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22 years
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Licensed in Georgia for 25 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2000
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Socheat Chea, PC
3500 Duluth Park Lane NE, Building 300, Duluth, GA, 30096
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Posted by Safiya | April 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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 consultatio...
Posted by Rick | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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 t...
Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2018 | Immigration
It's all about the $$$$
I scheduled an appointment with Leslie Diaz (Weinstock Immigration), and the first thing the csr asked was the $$$ to pay for the consultation, I told her that I need to see at least the "lawyer" or at least speak with her on the phone for 1 minute before paying and the reason for that is to make sur...
Leslie Diaz
Replied last July 26, 2018I am very sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with our consultation policy. Prior to scheduling, and even before discussing consultation fees, my staff offered you a complimentary screening to determine whether you had a case that we could help you with and spent some time on the phone with you to answer your questions. They also told you where you could find information about my credentials online, including a photo of me and numerous positive reviews from my years of experience practicing immigration law. I charge a consultation fee so that I can dedicate a full hour to carefully reviewing your case, giving you quality advice, and developing a personalized plan for your case. All of this was explained to you before you made your appointment. We find that our consultation policy is the best way to ensure that you receive the personalized attention that your case deserves. If you hire us to work on your case, the consultation fee is credited to your legal fees. If not, it compensates me and my firm for our time and efforts and the valuable advice that you receive. I am truly sorry if you were not happy, but it is our firm policy for all new consultations that the consultation fee must be paid up front. I am glad to hear that you found an attorney you are satisfied with. I wish you the best of luck with your case.
Posted by Patrick | February 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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 th...
Posted by Daniel | October 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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.
Leslie Diaz
Replied last October 16, 2017Thanks 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!
Leslie Ann Diaz's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Leslie is smart and talented. I would trust her to handle any immigration issues that I may be presented with."
"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."
"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."
"In the many years I've known Leslie, she has shown herself to be intelligent, committed, and talented. She is an excellent attorney."
"Leslie is an excellent lawyer and a solid addition to our Memphis office."
"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."
"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."
"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."
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Experience
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Attorney, Socheat Chea, PC
2014 - 2021
Attorney, Weinstock Immigration Attorneys
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Siskind Susser Immigration Lawyers
2005 - 2010
Attorney, The Fogle Law FIrm, LLC
2001 - 2005
Staff Attorney, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
Associations
2011 - Present
National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration ProjectMember
2006 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Georgia-Alabama chapter)EOIR Liaison Committee Member
2010 - 2011
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Georgia-Alabama chapter)ICE Liaison Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Diallo v. U.S. Attorney General
Petition for Review Granted
Montano Cisneros v. U.S. Attorney Gen.
Petition for Review Granted
Madu v. U.S. Attorney Gen.
Petition for Review Granted
Contreras-Rodriguez v. U.S. Attorney Gen.
Petition for Review Granted
Tan v. U.S. Attorney General
Petition for Review Granted
Education
2000
Emory University
Juris Doctor
1995
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
AILA Georgia-Alabama Chapter Annual Conference
Burdens of Proof in Immigration Proceedings
2017
AILA Georgia-Alabama Chapter Annual Conference
Mandamus Relief for Agency Delay
2016
Spring Professionalism Program
Ethics and Professionalism
2016
AILA Georgia-Alabama Chapter Annual Conference
Fundamentals of Removal Defense
2015
New Member Mentor Dinner
New Member Mentorship
2015
American Immigration Lawyers Association Georgia-Alabama Chapter Conference
Eleventh Circuit Update and Strategy Session
2013
Georgia-Alabama Chapter Annual Conference
Strategies in Obtaining Reopening, Reconsideration, and Review of Removal Orders
2013
Family Immigration Law
Relief from Removal and Waivers of Inadmissibility
2012
Family Immigration Law
Grounds of Deportability
2011
Immigration Law Fundamentals
Victims of Crime Visas and Asylum Law
Publications
1999
Emory Bankruptcy Developments Journal
"Calling a Fraud a Fraud: Why Congress Should Not Adopt a Uniform Cap on Homestead Exemptions
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I still get a U VIsa if I was the victim of a violent crime but the defendant was found not guilty?
07 Dec 2017
Q&A
What do i do after filling the I-134 form?
07 Dec 2017
Q&A
How do i apply the waiver under section 2A1
03 Feb 2016