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

1

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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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by Francisco | June 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

“Experience Matters”

After several years of delay, my husband and I decided to switch from our previous attorney and scheduled a consultation with Ana. She was extremely helpful and knowledgeable; and very charismatic and easy to talk to. We hired her for representation during an interview and after USCIS decided to requ...est for further information, we re-hired her to help put together an appropriate response. In helping put together the documentation her office was amazing and super efficient. She’s full of knowledge and great ideas and suggestions, and despite being friendly and bubbly, she is direct, honest and doesn’t beat around the bush. My case was approved literally DAYS after USCIS received our response. I’m extremely grateful - I know she was a key component in helping my case move along. Don’t look elsewhere - Ana should be your attorney.

Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Personable, Knowledgeable, and Sharp as a Tack

Great attorney! She takes time to hear out your case through and through and will make sure to build the best case there is with all possible legal options. She’s extremely to easy to talk/communicate with to and will be a great advocate as she is not only caring but extremely knowledgeable in immig...ration law.

Posted by Raj | August 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

ANA is a ROCKSTAR - I 100% recommend her. she saved my life!!

I am beyond thrilled to share my fantastic experience with Ana Maria Schwartz, who played an instrumental role in helping me secure my N-400 naturalization approval. Her exceptional expertise and dedication took me through one of the most challenging phases of my journey – receiving a Notice of Inten...t to Deny (NOID). From the moment we started working together, Ana demonstrated a profound understanding of immigration law and provided unwavering support. She meticulously reviewed my case, crafted a compelling response to the NOID, and guided me through every step with clarity and confidence. Ana's commitment to her clients is unparalleled. She was always available to answer my questions, no matter how trivial, and reassured me during moments of uncertainty. Thanks to her diligence and strategic approach, my application was approved, and I am now scheduled for my oath ceremony. I also want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Nicole Stancik , Ana's intern, who was incredibly supportive and helpful throughout the entire process. Nicole's assistance and attention to detail were invaluable, and she consistently went above and beyond to ensure everything was in order. Ana Maria Schwartz is not just an attorney; she is a true advocate who cares deeply about her clients' success. I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking immigration assistance. Thank you, Ana and Nicole, for making my dream of becoming a U.S. citizen a reality! - RAJ FROM TEXAS

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...gration process!

Ana Schwartz

Replied last July 23, 2023

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 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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Helen Parsonage

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Matthew Kolken

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Veronica Tunitsky

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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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