Ana Maria Schwartz

Ana Maria Schwartz

4.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 21 years

Immigration Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration

2417 Dunlavy St., Houston, TX

About Ana

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

The Law Office of Ana Maria Schwartz provides immigration services to clients around the world in the following areas: *Family Based Petitions *Spouse Petitions- K-3 and CR1 processes *Briefs on criminal issues for immigration purposes *Adjustment of Status *Fiance Visas *Consular Processing *I-601 Waivers *Temporary Protected Status *Removal of Conditional Residence *Replacement of Permanent Residency Card *Citizenship/Naturalization *U-Visa Claims

20 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC

2417 Dunlavy St., Houston, TX, 77006

Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC

106 E. 6th St., Suite 900-123, Austin, TX, 78701

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Ana Maria Schwartz's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shina | June 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

From a Student VISA to a US Citizenship

I'm writing this review to give the highest recommendation to Ana Maria Schwartz. I hired her at a time of very little immigration options with regards to extending my stay in the United States. She provided me with all the necessary information I needed to go from being a student with an OPT to gett...ing a green card and then becoming a citizen. My process involved an adjustment of status with a spouse who lived long distance from me. This would have been a very arduous process, but working with Ana made it much MUCH smoother. She gave us all the details we needed... coached us on how to answer all the possible questions by immigration and even gave us pointers on the types of records we needed to keep on hand to make my adjustment of status easier. Ana kept a record with calendar dates and specific case pointers for us so she was always ready and available to answer any questions and alleviate any fears that I might have had throughout the process. I just became a citizen and it's all thanks to Ana's hardwork, tenacious attitude, zeal and overall care she has for all her clients. And thus I give her the highest recommendation for any and all of your immigration needs. - Shina

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 22, 2023

I just had to reach out and say a big thank you for the super positive review you left about our journey together, from a student visa all the way to becoming a citizen. Your kind words have put the biggest smile on my face! I know it was a tough and complicated case, but your trust in me and your spouse's determination made it all worthwhile. I'm so proud to have been a part of your immigration process. Congratulations on becoming a citizen, Shina! You rocked it, and I'm so glad we made it happen together!

Posted by Miguel | July 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Unprofessional

Unprofessional at best, but really just the worst lawyer you can choose. My deal with her and what she probably tells all her clients is she'll help with the initial application to residency all the way to citizenship. $3500 for the whole thing. Don't make the mistake of paying her up front. She will... disappear once she decides that she will no longer help you or blame comcast for not having any landlines. Worst dealing I have ever had with any kind of professional. Stay away!!! On top of being unprofessional and stealing your money, you won't even be able to get in contact with her if you try to; and taking into account that most immigration applications have a time constraint this is a big one. She has an assistant part time and that is it. It might take months for her to write back or return your call. I would have rather her being straightforward and said she was going to keep my money and did not wanted to fulfil her promise and not burn through my application deadline. But no, she decided she was going to use time as an advantage combined with my deadline closing and her lack of communication I had no other option but hire a new lawyer. One in an actual law firm. Don't pay this person one cent more than you'll have to, she won't deliver and keep your cash. No le pague un centavo más de lo que tenga y no le pague por adelantado. Probablemente la persona menos profesional a la que eh contratado. Se desaparece, no contesta y no devuelve llamadas ni mensajes. Especifique claramente el contrato y hasta qué proceso le va a ayudar. El contrato inicial de ella es superficial y lo usará en su contra. Cuando la gente dice que los abogados son unos aprovechados, están hablando de esta señora.

Posted by Lilia | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Service!!!

Ana helped me through my naturalization process and it really went very smooth... She always responded to my questions and was very helpful in every question I had. The most important thing is that she gave me confidence and I felt really comfortable working with her.

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 22, 2023

Thank you for positive review! I'm delighted to know that you found the service excellent. Your satisfaction is my top priority, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to have been of assistance. Your kind words are truly appreciated. Thank you for choosing me as your immigration attorney for your naturalization process!

Posted by Hector | October 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing!!!!

Para todos aquellos que tienen problemas con el idioma inglés , voy a decir esto en español. Tengo y tuve el privilegio de que la abogada Ana María me ayudará y aun me sigue ayudando a mi , mis conocidos , mis familiares y empleados en procesos de migración y es ella y su equipo excelentes profesiona...les y personas, quienes ayudan cuando lo necesitas , reponden tus preguntas e inquietudes muy rápido , siempre están pendientes de tu caso , día a día y te hacen sentir confianza ,responden cualquier pregunta que tengas , es un privilegio para mi y mi esposa conocerla como persona y profesional , muchísimas gracias Ana María y que Dios la cuide mucho a usted su familia y su equipo , mucha gente la necesita , con mucho respeto y admiración , MUCHAS GRACIAS !!!

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 23, 2023

Hector- Quiero expresar mi más profundo agradecimiento por tu reseña positiva. Tus palabras amables y elogios significan mucho para mí. Me alegra saber que estás satisfecho con mis servicios como abogada de inmigración. Ayudar a mis clientes en sus asuntos migratorios es mi mayor prioridad y saber que he sido de ayuda en tu caso me llena de satisfacción. El resultado positivo es mi mayor recompensa y estoy agradecida por la oportunidad de haber sido tu abogada de inmigración. ¡Mis mejores deseos para ti!

Posted by Juan | October 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellence in Service

Ana Maria and her team helped my daughter, my wife and me with all our immigration process. They are knowledgeable, reachable, resourceful and caring. They did proper follow up on all our requirements and were always willing to go further to get our permanent visas. You can count on them, even if you... are not from the Houston area. I did all my process from Venezuela and my wife from Maryland. I recommend her without hesitation for all your immigration needs. She is really the best attorney you can find for immigration.

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 23, 2023

Juan- I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful review you left recommending me and my services. Your kind words mean the world to me. I am delighted that I could assist you and your family in obtaining residency. It was a true pleasure working with you, especially coming from Venezuela, and helping you navigate the immigration process. If there's anything else I can do for you or if you have any more questions in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am here to support you every step of the way. Once again, thank you for your trust and for allowing me to be a part of this significant chapter in your lives. Sending my best wishes to you and your family!

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Ana Maria Schwartz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan Pai

Immigration lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Schwartz is a no nonsense attorney with a true passion for her clients. You have a great attorney who really cares here."

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Matthew Kolken

Immigration lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Passionate, knowledgeable, hardworking, and results driven lawyer."

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Veronica Tunitsky

Immigration lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Annie for a number of years and can attest to her extraordinary passion and devotion to her clients and the immigration community. Any client should feel at ease having her by their side!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2000

S.P.A.C.E. Scholarship, Temple Law School

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC

Associations

2014 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2004 - Present

State Bar of Texas

2009 - 2011

Austin Young Lawyers Association

2008 - 2011

Austin Bar Association

2005 - 2011

Hostelling International, Southwest Texas Council

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Reason to Believe

Approved

N-600 for someone 50 years after they obtained citizenship

Granted citizenship after appeal

Adjustment of Status for Overstay Parent

Approved

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Education

2003

Temple University

law

1998

Bryn Mawr College

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2018

Replying to Ridiculous RFEs in Family-Based Cases: Alice in Wonderland Replying to Ridiculous RFEs in Family-Based Cases: Alice in Wonderland

2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter) Fall 2016 Conference Hardship Waivers

2012

2012 AILA Fall Joint Conference, New Orleans I Have To Go To My Home Country To Do That? Waiver Strategies

2010

Good Day Austin Immigration

Publications

2014

Enfoque Noticias Mexico Nuevo Esquema de Migracion

2006

Languages

French

Italian

Spanish

Activity

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