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Ana Maria Schwartz is the daughter of immigrants from Chile and most of her family still resides there. She has traveled, lived, studied and volunteered on five continents. Prior to focusing on immigration issues, Ms. Schwartz worked in the fields of criminal law, software licensing, and small business law.
Ana Maria Schwartz earned her Bachelor's Degree from Bryn Mawr College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania where she majored in Political Science and minored in Spanish. During her time at Bryn Mawr College, she volunteered with Spanish-speaking communities in Philadelphia and brought United Nations officials to the College to speak on various international matters.
Ms. Schwartz furthered her education at the Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law, where she earned a Juris Doctorate in 2003. During law school, Ms. Schwartz spent a summer studying international law in Rome, Italy. She also served as Vice President of the Law School's Student Bar Association and Vice-President of the Latin American Law School Association. In addition, she was awarded a Hispanic Bar Association as well as a S.P.A.C.E. scholarship for her contributions to the community.
Ms. Schwartz volunteers her time to the Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA) where she has worked with TPS and VAWA claims. She is also an Executive Board member of the Southwest Texas Chapter of Hostelling International.
Ms. Schwartz is a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She is fluent in Spanish and proficient in French and Italian.
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2417 Dunlavy St., Houston, TX, 77006
106 E. 6th St., Suite 900-123, Austin, TX, 78701
49 Client Reviews
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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...
Posted by Gabriel | June 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Amazing Lawyer
I contacted, the law office of Ana Maria Schwartz following the separation with my ex-wife, I came to the USA with a fiancé visa after 14 months of marriage I found out my ex-wife was unfaithful and needed to leave the house, I was lost as I leave everything in Europe for love and had no place to go....
Gabriel- I cannot thank you enough for your incredibly kind and heartfelt review. Your words of appreciation and gratitude have touched me deeply. I'm thrilled to know that you found my assistance in your complicated case to be superior. Navigating complex immigration matters can be daunting, and I'm humbled that I could provide you with the support and reassurance you needed. Your trust in me as your immigration attorney means a great deal, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to have been by your side throughout this journey. If there's anything else I can do for you or if you need further assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'm here to support you every step of the way. Thank you once again for your kind words and for allowing me to be a part of your life-changing immigration process.
Posted by Nancy | October 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Great experience with I 601a case
Ana Maria helped us through every step of getting my husband's I 601a waiver approved and we just returned from his visa interview with an approval as well. She made navigating the very lengthy process less confusing and stressful. We highly recommend her for anyone needing assistance with their immi...
Nancy- I am touched by your glowing review. I am so glad that I could assist you and your husband with the I-601a waiver and make the process less stressful and confusing for you both. Reuniting families and helping them overcome immigration challenges is the reason I'm so passionate about my work as an attorney. Your appreciation and trust mean the world to me, and I'm honored to have been a part of this journey with you. Your satisfaction is my ultimate reward, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to have been of service to you. Wishing you and your husband all the best, and congratulations on the I-601a waiver and visa approvals!
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...
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...
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!
"Attorney Schwartz is a no nonsense attorney with a true passion for her clients. You have a great attorney who really cares here."
"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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2000
S.P.A.C.E. Scholarship, Temple Law School
2008 - Present
Owner, Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC
2014 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationMember
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 CouncilSecretary
Approved
Granted citizenship after appeal
Approved
2003
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1998
A.B.
2018
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