Anne Elise Kennedy

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Anne Elise Kennedy

4.8
61 reviews
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Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 23 years

Immigration Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration, Family, Criminal Defense, Business

1227 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX

About Anne

Biography

Anne E. Kennedy: High quality, cost effective legal advice!

Anne E. Kennedy helps foreign and US companies set up and do business smoothly in the United States.

Anne E. Kennedy will fight to protect your freedom. Specializing in writs and re-opening old cases.

Anne E. Kennedy will fight to protect your rights in custody and divorce.

Anne E. Kennedy will fight for you to stay in the United States.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Divorce and child custody attorney. Modification, enforcement, and negotiation of property and child issues.

24 years

40%
Immigration 40%

Family and small business immigration with special emphasis on criminal issues and deportation defense.

24 years

40%
Business 10%

24 years

10%
Criminal Defense 10%

Domestic violence, shoplifting, DUI / DWI, theft, and controlled substance offenses

24 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016 2014
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Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 20 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 23 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2002

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Anne Elise Kennedy

1227 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77008

aek-law.com/

Online Presence

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Anne Elise Kennedy's Reviews

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Posted by Ade | January 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best family law attorney in Houston

I am a Nigerian who recently hired Anne Kennedy as my attorney in a contentious divorce involving child custody. Anne explained the family law process to me from the beginning and informed me of the worst-case scenario for custody split and potential child support payments based on my income. Ann...e and her team handled my case with exceptional dedication, expertise, and professionalism as we were up against a difficult and non-respondent opposing counsel who delayed document submissions, refused to compromise during mediation, and engaged in manipulative tactics. Throughout the process, Anne and her team promptly returned my calls, emails, and requests for teleconferences. Anne negotiated a favorable agreement that included a 50/50 custody split, reimbursement for my child's medical insurance, and no child support payment as my ex was gainfully employed. I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney who was able to present me accurately as a loving, involved, and emotionally present father to my son. Overall, I strongly recommend Anne's firm to anyone involved in a family law case with a narcissistic ex who wants to use a child as a pawn, falsely claim abuse, abandonment, and gaslighting at every opportunity. If you require legal services, Anne Kennedy's law firm is the go-to firm for a smooth and successful resolution to your legal issues.

Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Anne E. Kennedy is the epitome of excellence in family law.

Anne E. Kennedy, Attorney At Law truly stands out as an exceptional family law practitioner. I had the privilege of working with her during a challenging time in my marriage, and her expertise, compassion, and dedication were evident throughout the entire process. From the moment I reached out to h...er firm, I knew I was in capable hands. Anne's tenacity and unwavering commitment to her clients are truly commendable. She navigated me through the complexities of my case with utmost professionalism and compassion. Not to mention, her rates are incredibly reasonable and cost effective. With Anne Kennedy Family Law by my side, I felt empowered and confident every step of the way. If you're looking for a trustworthy and highly skilled family law attorney, look no further than Anne E. Kennedy - she is simply outstanding.

Posted by Michael | February 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly recommend for immigration purposes.

Let me start off by saying that I have been dealing with defense attorneys my whole adult life, I have had bad ones, good ones, and great ones. ANNE KENNEDY is by far the best attorney I have ever had work with me. Anne Kennedy is a meticulous well versed in all aspects of immigration law. And her... planning and execution is flawless. She will leave absolutely zero room for error in preparing a client for trial and going into legal proceedings the ground work she lays for the trial will leave the DA and Judge no room to work around the way the laws are written. My deportation hearing on paper was hopeless with upwards of 15 felony charges against me throughout my adult life. With her help and her process I won my proceedings and I'm now back with my family. I commend Anne Kennedy for her honesty as an attorney and for being a straight shooter she's not going to sell you dreams to take your money and leave you and your family high and dry on your worst day. I highly recommend Anne Kennedy to anyone seeking immigration counsel. Thank you Anne for your Help

Posted by Maggie | February 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

BEST ATTORNEY EVER!

Ms. Kennedy is an incredible attorney. I hired her to assist me in a difficult albeit necessary divorce with children. She advocated for my children and me and understood the stress and strain that come with a volatile divorce. She took time to explain every question and concern I had (there were man...y) and went above and beyond to obtain the best possible outcome for my divorce and custody battle. I HIGHLY recommend Anne as a trusted, brilliant attorney to anyone who may need expert legal counsel during a divorce or custody battle. Anne also stayed within my budget and was intentional and mindful about keeping costs low while taking every necessary step to protect me and my children

Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Divorce Attorney Ever

Gets things done fast and is in budget! Best decision I ever made was hiring her to represent mt case

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Anne Elise Kennedy's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Doehring

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne knows the law and is unprecedentedly proficient in a wide range of legal theaters. Not surprisingly, her out of the box strategies are the essence of effective problem solving matters."

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Shawn Meade

Immigration lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Malinda Mata

Immigration lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Anne knows her stuff! She is smart, proactive and cares about her clients. Great lawyer."

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Raed Gonzalez

Immigration lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know of her success in immigration court and with appeals before the Board of Immigration."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Kathryn Karam

Immigration lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as knowledgeable and diligent in the field of immigration law."

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Alicia Perez

Immigration lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, experienced and fights for her clients. I have been very impressed watching her in the court room. I know she does everything possible to defend and assist her clients, even when they have tricky and complicated cases. She is a great and persistent advocate."

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James Mccollom

Unknown lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Anne is a young woman who is well-grounded and mature. She is dedicated to her craft; focused and caring. On top of all that, she is a bright person and more than capable of finding a solution or an angle that someone else might overlook. She brings a great energy to any project."

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Derek Johnson

Family lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have referred several matters over to Anne and she has handled each and every one as the professional and knowledgeable attorney that I have come to know her as over the past 8 years."

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Ruby Powers

Immigration lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne is a very good attorney who has experience in a range of areas including family law, immigration law and criminal defense. She is very thorough and will work hard to resolve your case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Gold Certificate, Better Business Bureau

Associations

2011 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Deportation Case Dismissed

Proceedings terminated

2 aggravated felonies, 2nd 212h waiver

Hardship waiver granted

Re-opened Criminal Case, Deportation Proceedings Terminated.

Criminal Conviction vacated. Proceedings Terminated.

Re-Opened Criminal Case, Deportation Proceedings Terminated

Case won. Deportation proceedings dismissed. Criminal Conviction vacated. Green card returned.

I-601 Granted in 4 months w/ prior conviction for assault / domestic violence.

I-601 Waiver approved. Green card granted.

Adjustment of Status (green card) with Aggravated Felony conviction

Case won. Waiver granted. Green card granted.

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Education

2001

University of Kentucky College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Ask the Experts Radio Show

Immigration Law

Publications

2012

Board of Immigration Appeals Published Decisions 25 I&N Dec. 784 (2012) Matter of Edwin W. Rodriguez

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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