Tania S. Silva

Tania S. Silva

4.6
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

6363 Richmond Avenue, Suite 200, Houston, TX

About Tania

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Mexico for 13 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Immigration Force PLLC

6363 Richmond Avenue, Suite 200, Houston, TX, 77057

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Tania S. Silva's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

FRAUD

She is a fraud. She does not follow through and is irresponsible lawyer. BEWARE

Tania Silva

Replied last March 17, 2024

As part of our office policy, we may choose to discontinue representation for individuals whose behavior is racist, misogynistic, or whom may pose a danger to the safety of our staff. We encourage you to seek legal assistance elsewhere that aligns with your needs.

Posted by Leah | March 9, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A gem amidst so many crooks

I'll be honest that I was sceptical when I scheduled an appointment with lawyer Tania. However, consultation was worth every penny. She spoke the truth and did not give us false hope. I left our conversation educated and empowered. Why aren't more lawyers like this? I'm saving money now so I can hir...e her for my case.

Posted by Patel V | December 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do you Wanna Win? Hire Her.

Miss Tania has won five cases for us: family petitions and the asylum of a friend. She spent time with us and made us feel at peace. Other said my friend asylum impossible. You know what? Possible with Miss Tania! I agree with others that she is worth every penny. She will go to very BIG places becau...se she's honest and fierce. Thanks.

Posted by Timothy | March 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

We are very thankful for finding Ms. Silva

She first helped with uniting my family by allowing my wife to join my children and me in the States. We were so pleased with service we employed her to help with my brother-in-law with his investors visa. Now my whole family is here together. She is the best. Thank you Ms. Silva

Posted by Ria S | January 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Intelligent and Caring

I'm very happy with the job she did in our case. She instructed us every step to deal with New Delhi embassy. Our family is very proud to count with her representation.

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Tania S. Silva's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tania is an excellent immigration attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. I recommend that you call her if you have any questions about any facet of immigration law."

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Carlos Sandoval

Immigration lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Tania in a pro-bono project where we were helping refugee mothers and children obtain legal status in the United States through our asylum laws. Tania is extremely competent and she shows genuine care towards those people she represents. I completely endorse Tania."

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Lauren Armstrong

Immigration lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tania was a fellow Board Member of the Immigration Section of the NM Bar. She is an organized and dedicated attorney who works diligently to assist her clients."

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Giacomo Behar

Immigration lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

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Carlos Sandoval

Immigration lawyer

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Lauren Armstrong

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year Award, State Bar of New Mexico

2015

Michael Maggio Pro Bono Honoree, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, The Immigration Force PLLC

2012 - 2018

Attorney, The Ultreia Law Firm

Associations

2013 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2015 - 2016

Immigration Law Section, NM State Bar

Chair

2015 - 2017

Immigration Law Section, NM State Bar

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

DACA with DV and DWI Charge

DACA Renewed

Religious Persecution

Asylum Granted

H-1B for Small Business Employee

H-1B Visa Granted

Green Card Taken Away after Felony Charges

Green Card Returned

E-2 Investor

E-2 Visa Granted

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Education

N/A

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

State Bar of New Mexico 2017 Annual Meeting - Bench & Bar Conference

Late Breaking Developments in Immigration Law for General Practitioners

2016

Immigrant Youth in the System: The Intersection of Immigration, Family Law, and Juvenile Justice

Representing Children in Immigration Matters: Ethical Obligations of the Lawyer

2015

NMFRW Biennial Convention

Immigration, Latinos, and the Republican Response

2015

Current Immigration Issues for the Criminal Defense Attorney

Unaccompanied Minors & DACA Recipients

Publications

Languages

Arabic

Spanish

Gujarati

English

Hindi

Punjabi

Activity

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