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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 Lelicia | February 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful Experience
Ana Maria was very easy to work with. I was on a tight deadline and she was very dedicated and also easy to get in touch with. I never had to leave a message; there was always someone that answered the phone. Emails were returned timely. She pushed us to get the documents we needed without making it ...
Lelicia- Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience working with me. I understand how crucial deadlines can be, and I'm glad I could dedicate myself fully to your case and be easily accessible whenever you needed assistance. Communication is key, and I'm delighted that we were able to stay in touch seamlessly throughout the process. Thank you for your trust and for allowing me to be a part of your journey. Sending my best wishes to you!
Posted by Rita | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Best ever
Mrs. Schwartz was very helpful and supportive about my case. She always had time to answer any questions. She even answered email late at night if I had any questions.She went above and beyond to assist. I recommend her strongly.
Rita- I hope you are doing well! Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! I am thrilled to know that I was helpful and supportive throughout your case. I believe that clear and timely communication is essential, and I'm glad I could be there for you, even if it meant answering emails late at night. I am deeply touched by your recommendation, and I would be honored to assist you or anyone you know in the future. Thank you for your trust and for allowing me to be a part of your journey.
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!
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2015 | Immigration
great attorney
we highly recommend Ana Maria Schwartz, she is a great attorney, very professional and always on top of things. Her and her Assistant are very friendly and easy to talk to, even with uncomfortable matters. Our immigration process went smooth and was finished faster then expected, thank's to her help....
Posted by Jin | February 06, 2015 | Immigration
Highly recommended
I retained attorney Ana Maria Schwartz for my permanent residency petition in 2013. She and her office have been very responsive and helpful throughout the whole process. Ms. Ana is knowledgeable about the process and the immigration system. She explained the process and the potential scenarios that ...
"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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