Sandy Raquel Pineda

I was going to write a long text with every little detail, but then I realized that no one would read an excessive review like that so I decided to cut straight to the bottom line; Sandy is an exceptional lawyer! A lot was on the line for me, but she got the job done and saved me from sliding into a...n unfortunate situation. Sandy knows the law and knows what to do, she operates at the highest possible level and will find a way to get you the help that is needed. I can’t emphasize enough how satisfied I am with her help and how much I have to thank her for what she accomplished! This lady is worth every penny! Stop looking, your solution is right here!

Working with Sandy was truly a life-changing experience for my husband and me. From the very beginning, she guided us through the daunting immigration system with absolute clarity, efficiency, and patience. What could have been a stressful, confusing process instead felt manageable and even hopeful b...ecause of her expertise and the way she explained every step in terms we could easily understand. What really sets Sandy apart is her empathy and kindness. She didn’t just treat us like clients; she treated us like people—always listening carefully, anticipating our concerns, and reassuring us with compassion. She responded to every question, big or small, with the same level of care and attention. And the results speak for themselves: our green card process was completed in just six months—something practically unheard of. That outcome alone is remarkable, but what I’ll always be most grateful for is how supported we felt the entire way through. If you are looking for a lawyer who is not only deeply knowledgeable but also genuinely invested in your well-being, look no further. Sandy is extraordinary, and we cannot recommend her highly enough.

Por una mala asesoría legal en 1 ocasiones mi caso estaba en el limbo por 8 años , visité 5 abogados y todos me dijeron que no había solución o no sabían cómo arreglarlo(, algunos de renombre), Sandy tomó mi caso cómo si fuera ella misma, estudio las leyes, nunca se dio por vencida y hoy soy ciudadan...o americano.

Summary Sandy and her team are exceptional. My application wasn't just filed fast, it was done right. Sandy has extensive knowledge on the immigration process (not just basic or most common cases). Given the time sensitivity of my case, we were in contact almost on a daily basis. Communication t...hroughout the process was stellar. I received text message updates, email updates, calendar invites for appointments, reminders about my appointments, and Sandy also sent me digital copies of all official documents that were received by mail. ........................................................................................................................ About me - I work for a big company that ranks in the top 10 of Forbes' Fortune 500 list - My STEM OPT work authorization was expiring (in ~1 month) - My EB-2 NIW petition was approved at the last minute - I needed someone to help me file an adjustment of status.... FAST - I couldn't afford to lose my job while waiting for authorization My case - My company lawyer and previous personal lawyer told me it would take 3-6 weeks just to file the adjustment of status application - Standard processing times for employment authorization applications were also very high (~6 months) - I contacted Sandy looking for information on what my options were, because she has extensive knowledge on very difficult immigration cases - In less than 2 weeks, Sandy was able to take over my case and successfully file: * i-485 application (adjustment of status) * i-765 application (employment authorization) * i-131 application (advanced parole) Case outcome - My applications were all successfully filed within less than 2 weeks + Sandy took all the documentation from my previous lawyer + She and her team worked with me to fill out all required forms everything I needed + I was traveling and we were still able to complete all forms virtually with no issues - Sandy was able to help me get approval for an expedited work authorization request as well as advanced parole for travel + She walked me through what letters I needed from my company + She also helped me contact my local congress representative + My request to expedite was approved + I had my work authorization in hand 2 months after filing - I am currently awaiting my green card, but can work while waiting Major success with Sandy. Thank you!