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Gabriela Riza

Immigration Attorney at Tampa, FL

4.1   23 reviews

also known as Gabriela Riza

  • Licensed for 18 years
    State FL
    Acquired 2005
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Gabriela Riza is a graduate of the University Of Florida College Of Law where she won an academic award for excellent achievements in the field of immigration. She entered private practice in 2005 focusing on immigration. Originally from the Czech Republic, she is fluent in Czech, Slovak and Polish and has an extensive background in International Law and Eastern European Studies. She is an active member of the South Florida Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association as well a member of the Florida Bar. Mrs. Riza has had articles published in the local newspapers and she represents numerous corporate and entrepreneurial clients with employment-based visas. Attorney Riza advocates prompt and efficient solving of legal matters.

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Posted by William T. | November 3, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent Service!
We were extremely happy with the law firm's guidance and knowledge of the process. Highly recommended!
Posted by Marie | January 21, 2019
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I HIGHLY RECOMMENDED The Law Offices of Gabriela Riza
Attorney Riza is an amazing Attorney, and a wonderful person. She and her staff have guided me through the process, always responsive and willing to find the answers to any of my questions and concerns. I highly recommend The Law Offices of Gabriela Riza, P.A. for any of your Immigration Law needs.
Posted by John | January 11, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Highly recommend!
We have used Ms. Riza's legal services to process H1B, H3 and PERM visas since 2007. We highly recommend her services. She is easy to deal with and her staff is great.
Posted by Barbora | November 16, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Smooth and Sound
I was very anxious about the process of obtaining my Investor Visa (so much paperwork). Gabriela was very professional and helped me through it quickly. There were no hiccups in the process. I flew back to my country for the appointment at Embassy. She prepared me well for the interview and I could call her as many times I wanted. She was always available. The interview went quick and I could celebrate afterwards. Thank you!
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Posted by Zuzana | September 3, 2018
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Outstanding Team ,Top class lawyer
"I have the pleasure of working with Gabriela and her team - And all my experiences have been nothing short of excellent. Gabriela is extremely "Knowledgeable, Prompt and Reliable", these days with the changing immigration landscape a small mistake could cost you dearly both in terms of time and money, its really reassuring having an expert like Gabriela preparing your case. I have worked with a couple of attorneys but no one has been as prompt in answering our questions/concerns that you might have as Gabriela. I would not hesitate one bit in recommending Gabriela to any of my colleagues, friends or family. Thumbs up for Gabriela and her outstanding Team.
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Posted by Marek | August 26, 2018
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Outstanding Services !
Great service! The whole team helped me with my immigration process. Gabriela had explained me all posibitlities that had in very clear way. The whole paper work were done very quickly. The response time on my questions was always very fast and I have got always quick feedback on my updates for immigration office. Gabriela speaks Czech which was very beneficially for me. I do highly recommend Gabriela Riza's Law Office !
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Posted by Albert | August 19, 2018
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Top notch lawyer
Integrity, professionalism, and compassionate advocacy. These are the qualities that make Gabriela Riza one of the finest immigration lawyers in Florida. Attorney Riza handles every immigration client as if it were her only case. If you are looking for top-notch representation in connection with any immigration matter, look no further. Attorney Riza is your lawyer. Thank you Gabriela to you and your wonderful team. I'm so proud to become American citizen.
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Posted by Kristina | August 17, 2018
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Highly Recommend this lawyer! Great service and attention to detail!
Ms. Riza and her staff were amazing. I contacted Ms. Riza this year and she applied for my green card based on marriage and I got my card already. Her service was exceptional! I am will refer all my friends to her. She really is a great person and great support!
Posted by Danielle | August 16, 2018
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Highly recommend!
great team! I had deportation and Ms. Riza helped me to stop it and was always there to deal with me and my family daily. We got a lot of support from her and her team.
Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2018
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Great lawyer!
We had great experience with the law firm and will refer friends and family to Ms. Riza. She found solution and guided us through the process. We got our US citizenship now and we return to her office just to stay in touch.
Posted by Pavel | November 7, 2017
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Exceptional attorney and staff!
I work with Ms. Riza for many years and her service is exceptional and professional. She is always available to meet and discuss my case or issues with my business or investment. She is easy to reach or meet. I have her personal cell phone to resolve any issues efficiently. Ms. Riza is one of a kind a great person and attorney.
Posted by Marek | April 6, 2016
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Professional Lawyer
We have hired Mrs. Riza to assist our international company to open a branch in Florida and she prepared our E-2 visa packages for us. We were very happy with her services and her staff was always there to assist us.
Posted by Cristiane | February 13, 2016
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Review of Law Offices of Gabriela Riza
I was consulting with another atty. before a friends recommended Gabriela Riza and that atty said my case would most likely be denied. I took my friends advice and went to Mrs. Riza who explained what the process would be like, the time frame and the cost both hers and immigration. She mentioned she has worked on many other cases similar to mine that were approved. She worked out a payment plan with me so it would be affordable for me, which was great. She had one of her assistant help me gather all the paperwork I needed and kept me posted regarding anything else I needed to provide for the application and when the office received any notification from immigration. She continues to keep me posted throughout the case so I know exactly what is happening and what to expect next. I'm very satisfied with the service her office has provided and always recommend her office to anyone I know needing legal help.
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Response from Gabriela Riza September 7, 2016
Cristiane thank you for your review! Your provisional waiver was approved congratulations to both of you!
Posted by Eva | February 4, 2016
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Professional Attorney
We have hired Ms. Riza to assist us with an investment case and we were extremely satisfied with her professional approach and knowledge.
Posted by Jana | February 2, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
I found help that I search for...
I was able to meet with the attorney and discuss my case in detail. She prepared my provisional waiver and it was approved. I was very happy with her service.
Posted by Mahesh | September 5, 2013
Awesome Attorney - She knows everything!!!!!
I was off status and trying to get my citizenship after a disastrous divorce. After going to attorneys from Miami to NY they all told me that I need to leave the country and then apply to get back.. All of them required money money money.. But Mrs. Riza was the only one who told me that I didnt have to... SO I took ger advice and stayed.. Today I have my citizenship and a US PASSPORT!!!! Man this is the best thing ever... Thank you so much.. Also.. she almost memorizes your case.. make sure to tell her the truth and dont lie about anything cuz it comes UP!!!!! This lady is by far a seven star rated Attorney.. Her prices are fair.. I wish that I knew about the Tampa office back then...
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Posted by anonymous | September 4, 2013
GABRIELA WAS LIKE AN ANGEL SENT FROM HEAVEN!
My husband got some charges and while in jail Immigration put a hold on him, so he was going to be taken away from us. I contacted Attorney Riza and in less than 2 days the charges were dropped and Immigration released the hold. We are so happy now I even will retain her services to go with us to the Court and Immigration Interview.
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Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2013
Gabriela Riza is a the best attorney I have met....
Great attorney... did my case in no time... she knew more about me than anyone else.
Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2023
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Worst immigration lawyer I've ever seen in my life
I would give it zero stars. You cannot communicate with her. She displays arrogant attitudes. They made a mistake in our applications, but they accepted one of them by chance and rejected the other without even processing it. We asked for our money back but she did nothing. We filed a complaint with the Florida Bar Association to seek our legal rights against her. I recommend you stay away. Her knowledge of immigration is very poor. I'm not even telling her not to contact you.
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Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2022
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She is so terrible
She is a dishonest lawyer. She is incompetent and truncates all the processes. She never answers the calls and sends the migration documents late and poorly completed, for this reason they return them and the process takes a long time. I definitely do not recommend it at all. Run away from her and don't waste your money. She only wants your money but never help you. From my own experience I can say that it delayed my entire process because it doesn't work well, it doesn't do things well. She destroyed my family. Her advice as a lawyer is terrible because she does not know the immigration laws and advises you in the wrong way, causing you to lose your money and your lose the immigration process. She is a cruel and ruthless lawyer.
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Cost

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  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Law Offices of Gabriela Riza PA
  • 2006 - Present

Education

  • University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2005
  • University of South Florida
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 2001
  • University of Economics
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1998

Legal Cases

  • Provisional Waivers
  • We have a high rate of sucess.

Associations

  • Florida Bar, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • Sarasota Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Florida Bar
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2003 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • Czech
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Book Award
  • University of Florida
  • 2005

Speaking Engagements

  • Pine View School
  • Explain Legal Topics to Students
  • 2017
  • Coldwell Banker Real Estate
  • Business Immigration
  • 2012

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Immigration Attorney | Jan 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Gabriela the founder and principal of the Law Offices of Gabriela Riza located in Sarasota, Florida. She is a gifted attorney and advocate. She has extensive subject matter expertise in immigration/nationality law and family law matters. She has experience in work visas, family based visas, visa waivers, green cards through family and employment and deportation. Ms. Riza is frequently published and quoted as an expert on immigration law topics. Gabriela works tirelessly for her clients. She works har"
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