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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
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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!
Posted by Rebecca | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
EXCELLENT LAWYER!
I never leave reviews but for Ana Maria, she deserves a raving review. She is such a wonderful lawyer who got my husband a green card. She handled everything and made our process easier than expected. We are so glad we found her and we recommend her to everyone else. Thank you again and again, Ana!
Hello Rebecca- Your rave review has brought a smile to my face, and I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to share your experience. nI am deeply grateful for your kind words and recommendation. I'm thrilled that I could assist you and your husband in obtaining the green card. Helping families like yours stay together is what brings me the greatest joy in my work as an immigration lawyer. Your satisfaction and success were always my top priorities, and I'm delighted to know that I could make the process easier than expected for you. Thank you for entrusting me with your immigration matters and for allowing me to be a part of this significant chapter in your lives. It was truly a pleasure working with you both. 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 and your family every step of the way. Once again, thank you for your kind words and for choosing me as your immigration attorney. It has been an honor to serve you. Sending my best wishes to you and your family!
Posted by Everth | April 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Phenomenal
I had the privilege to contract a very dedicated and knowledgeable attorney who is committed in helping you become a US naturalized citizen. Mrs. Schwartz walked me through my complicated case, and triumphed after 3 years. She was remarkable in every way. It was an honor working with her. I have high...
Dear Everth- I am deeply humbled and touched by your heartfelt review. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing me as your attorney to assist you with your journey to becoming a U.S. citizen. Your recommendation to family and friends means the world to me. Helping others like you achieve their citizenship dreams is what motivates me every day. It was truly a privilege to work with you and navigate your complicated case. Your determination and trust in my abilities were instrumental in our success, and I'm overjoyed that we achieved a positive outcome after three years of hard work. Sending my best wishes to you and your loved ones!
Posted by John | May 19, 2015 | Immigration
Resident visa's made easy
I married a Brazilian woman about a year and a half ago and we hired Ana Maria to get us through the CR1 resident visa quagmire. Probably one of best decisions I could have made regarding this as she was very accommodating and had a lot of information concerning options, process and preparation. The ...
John- Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm deeply touched by your kind words and grateful for the opportunity to assist you and your wife with the CR1 resident visa process. Navigating the CR1 visa journey can indeed be complex, and I'm glad that I could provide you with the information and options you needed to make informed decisions. I'm pleased to know that you found the process smooth and that you were well-prepared. Dealing with bureaucracy can be time-consuming, and I appreciate your patience throughout the timeline. Once again, thank you for trusting me to guide you through the CR1 resident visa journey. It has been a privilege to be a part of your immigration process. Sending best wishes to you and your wife!
"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
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Granted citizenship after appeal
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2003
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A.B.
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