Ral E.N. Obioha

Ral E.N. Obioha

also known as Raluchukwu E. Nwankwo

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Immigration Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration, Car Accidents

7324 Southwest Freeway, Suite 595, Houston, TX

About Ral

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 85%

Family-Based Immigrant Visas, Employment-Based Immigrant Visas, Removal of Conditions, Adjustment of Status, EB-2 NIW, EB1A, E-2, H1-B, Reentry Permit, Consular Processing, VAWA, T Visas, Waivers, Naturalization, Federal Litigation

85%
Car Accident 15%

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to the negligent or reckless actions of another, we can help you get the compensation you deserve. We handle all accident claims for clients injured in auto collisions.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 10 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2015

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 14 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Ral Obioha, PLLC

7324 Southwest Freeway, Suite 595, Houston, TX, 77074

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Ral E.N. Obioha's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

90 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 28 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by Emeka | November 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Attorney

About a year ago, I had almost lost all hope of pursuing my citizenship. Over the course of 6 years and 2 lawyers I met with several frustrations, and it was only by the grace of God that I received my permanent residency. After searching high and low for a suitable attorney, I found and met Attorney... Ral. She and her staffs, Rebecca and Paola were thorough, efficient, and truly cared for mine and my family’s well-being. Even when I lost hope of removing the condition on my Green card, Attorney Ral took it personal and made sure that everything was under control. I am grateful to God that in the first week of November 2023, Attorney Ral was instrumental in helping me obtain approval for the removal of condition on my green card and my citizenship too. She deserves more accolades than I could possibly give, and if you entrust your case to her, I am confident she will lead you to success. She is indeed the best attorney in Houston, if not in Texas as a whole.

Posted by Ogechi | July 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Citizenship

From the moment I engaged the services of Ral Obioha law, I was met with professionalism, expertise, and unwavering dedication. Their impeccable knowledge of immigration law and efficient approach truly set them apart. Their ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner, th...e detailed curation of effective personal information for documentation and their thorough check list put me at ease, I instantly knew I was in capable hands. What truly impressed me was their commitment to client management; ensuring scheduled appointments was met by sending reminders, meticulously organizing my documentation, leaving no room for error or oversight. Their attention to detail instilled confidence in me that my application would be handled with the utmost care and precision. Communication was another area where Ral Obioha law truly excelled. From my first consultation through receiving my work permit, becoming a legal permanent resident to finally becoming a US citizen, they promptly responded to my inquiries, keeping me well-informed throughout the entire process. Whether it was via phone or email, their accessibility and responsiveness were unparalleled. I greatly appreciate their willingness to address any concerns I had, ensuring I felt supported every step of the way. The dedication of Ral and her team made my experience feel like I hired a luxury immigration concierge; i did my part by providing required documents while they handled their work diligently. Furthermore, Ral’s expertise shone during my interactions with immigration authorities. She skillfully navigated the complex legal landscape anticipating potential challenges and proactively providing guidance. Ral was present at every interview, she flew into Atlanta twice for this purpose and when she couldn’t make it in person, she ensured I didn’t speak until she calls in. Her presence was commanding, and instilled in me the grace to articulate every answer confidently.Perhaps the most remarkable and glorious aspect of my experience was the expediency with which my citizenship was granted ,Thanks to my attorney's diligent efforts, my application was processed swiftly, exceeding all expectations-became a US citizen in 3years! Ral Obioha law’s commitment to delivering results in a timely manner demonstrates their unwavering dedication to their clients. Truly the best! I cannot recommend this immigration lawyer highly enough. to ensure your journey to citizenship is seamless and efficient, look no further. Their exceptional services made my dream a reality! I am eternally grateful for their unwavering support. Thank you so much for your outstanding service.

Posted by Victoria | June 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Review for Ral Obioha

Raluchukwu Obioha (NEE Nwankwo) is a replica of her learned mum Late Chief Magistrate Obiageli Nwankwo,who never gives up in any situation and knows how best to solve a problem no matter the circumstance. Haven said the above when the need to engage the services of a lawyer arose I could not thi...nk of any other but Ral Obioha whose back ground and character I am already aware of.. The handling of my nationalization process by Ral Obioha and her team in her law office was very encouraging.They knew what questions to ask to lead me to find the required information for the issure at hand to go on smoothly..When I thought the" Over stay out side U.S.A. because of Covid will pin me down,they made it easy by leading me to correct evidences I need to prove that it was actually " Covid" that was responsible for the over stay.. Ralu Obioha personally drilled me ( through telephone ) on the 100 civic questions I was expected to know before the interview/test This really encouraged me because I was affraid I might not recall what I learnt. Ralu"s telephone presence on the day of my interview/test made my examiner seat up and turn the pages in my file on the computer to see the already laid out facts,figures and evidences.And haven answered all the civic questions the examiner asked correctly,my examiner/interviewer beamed with a broad smile as a evidence that she was happy with my performance. I will surely and strongly recommend Ral Obioha and her Law farm to everyone because they are efficent and learned.

Ral Obioha

Replied last June 16, 2023

Thank you so much for your very thoughtful review. It was our pleasure being your advocate. Congratulations again on your naturalization!

Posted by Esere | September 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Attorney Ral Obioha

Like a hammer to a nail; no playing around. Ral and her team of lawyers go straight to your required objectives that are inherent in your application process. They keep your eyes on these objectives which are required towards possible success in attaining your overall goal and this puts you in a much... better position to find success with your application. They are highly skilled and seamless in their methods as they press & demand you to meet up with your timelines even as they make you find comfort in their advise and aporoach. They remain laser focused and guided on your issue/s till the end. From the start I could tell I was in safe hands and boy was I right. Anybody out there; if you think you need an immigration lawyer then look no further. They got it on lock! My hat off to them all day and everyday. They are wonderful.

Ral Obioha

Replied last June 16, 2023

Thank you so much for your kind words, Esere. Thank you for trusting us through the process and letting us guide you all the way. Congrats again on your permanent residency!

Posted by Sydney | March 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

All you will ever want for your immigration needs

Ral and her team are honestly the best! She helped my husband and I go through the filing process from changing his status from visitor to permanent resident with conditions, removing conditions, then to citizenship. She held our hands the entire way, explained things completely, prepped us for inter...views and came to my husband’s final citizenship interview to ensure everything was smooth sailing. This team is detailed, thorough and experienced with what they do and you will not regret using their services. We surely don’t.

Ral Obioha

Replied last June 16, 2023

Thank you for your kind review, Sydney! We loved working with you and your husband.

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Ral E.N. Obioha's Lawyer Endorsements

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Immigration lawyer | Sep 21

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ral is a knowledgeable and experienced member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)."

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Steven Perrigo

Immigration lawyer | May 19

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"I endorse this lawyer based on his thorough and knowledgeable answers on this forum."

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Immigration lawyer | Jul 01

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"The answers of Ral are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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John Nwosu

Immigration lawyer | Apr 25

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"Ral's attention to detail is impeccable and the passion she brings to her practice is beyond measure. You can never go wrong if you go with Ral. I endorse her without any reservations."

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Willie Graves

Car accident lawyer | Mar 28

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"Smart lawyer and valuable contributor to this forum. I endorse her."

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Cheryl Whitley

Immigration lawyer | Mar 15

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ral is a great attorney, and well respected in her fields of practice. Keep up the good work!"

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Immigration lawyer | Mar 22

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"I endorse this lawyer.She is effective and dedicated to her clients. She is well respected by the legal community as well as the bench"

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"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Dr. Tamara Relis

Immigration lawyer | Nov 08

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"Ral is a very hard-working, careful lawyer and well-researched attorney! She works hard to make the best case for her clients. If you want a lawyer who invests her best time and effort in your case, you should certainly hire Ral to obtain good value for your money."

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Ifeyinwa Odunukwe

Unknown lawyer | Oct 18

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"Ral is one of the brightest, most talented lawyers I have encountered. She is very knowledgeable and she is a fierce advocate for her clients. She is dedicated to every case and does her best to ensure a favorable outcome. I endorse this lawyer."

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H. Aalsberg

Car accident lawyer | Oct 03

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"Simply stated if you need a great lawyer you need to choose Attorney Obioha respected by her peers and loved by her clients you can't ask for more! I endorse her."

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Kasey Krummel

Car accident lawyer | Aug 19

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"I endorse this lawyer because she is actively engaged in keeping the public informed without regard to her own objectives. She spends countless hours maintaining a professional image via Avvo and her online presence. Being tech savvy and dedicated to the practice are rare and invaluable qualities in an experienced attorney like Ms. Obioha."

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Leonard Boyer

Immigration lawyer | May 18

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Obioha is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients."

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Gabriel de Vega

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 04

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"Ms. Nwankwo knows the law, cares about her clients, and has a positive, enduring spirit. She cares about what's right, and always fights the good fight. An avid researcher, she constantly sharpens her quiver of legal arguments through constant and committed case law review. She is professional and hardworking. We need more lawyers like her. I absolutely endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2022

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2021

2021 Young Alum Award, Eastern Mennonite University, Virginia

2021

Texas Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Principal Attorney, The Law Office of Ral Obioha, PLLC

Associations

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Texas chapter)

Member

Nigerian Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2012

American University

Master of Laws

2011

Howard University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2008

Eastern Mennonite University

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2023

2023 AILA Midwinter Conference

How to Adjust Status After a Final Order of Removal

2022

Yale University

Immigration and Community Based Work

2021

2021 Black History Month

Bias and Race in Immigration Law: Issues faced by Black Immigrants

2017

Columbia University, School of Social Work

The Social Worker's Role in Aiding Undocumented Youth

Publications

Languages

English

Igbo

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