Merita Rice

Merita Rice

also known as The Woodlands Immigration Attorney, The Rice Law Firm PLLC

4.9
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 17 years

Immigration Lawyer at The Woodlands, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration

1095 Evergreen Circle, Suite 200, The Woodlands, TX

About Merita

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Adjustment of Status cases (green card for family in the USA), Immigrant Visas (green card for family abroad) of US Citizens filing for spouses, children, or parents. Green card for spouses and kids of permanent residents. Citizenship, DACA, etc.

18 years | 354 cases

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 17 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2008

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Location

The Rice Law Firm, PLLC

1095 Evergreen Circle, Suite 200, The Woodlands, TX, 77380

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Merita Rice's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alana | June 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Top-tier help with immigration cases

We hired Merita to help us first with with our Immigration Sponsorship in 2018 and later with our Removal of Conditions, from Jan to June of 2021. When we hired Merita in 2018 for the original Sponsorship case, her fees were around the same as others we consulted with, but our consultation with her s...tood out due to the quality of the advice and the expectations she set for the process. The experience was as good as it could be. Merita walked us through each step of the process, and gave clear instructions on what we should do. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for an Immigration Attorney.

Posted by Robert | April 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

Through the years with Merita she has always been professional, helpful, and goes above and beyond for every client. Would thoroughly recommend.

Posted by E.L | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The best Attorney out there!

Attorney, Merita Rice, helped me get my green card as a derivative of my father who was sponsored by his mother (my grandmother). The US embassy delayed my case because of custody issues, but Merita was very patient and helped me and my father through the complicated process of getting the visa. I hi...ghly recommend Merita Rice for her expertise in bringing family members of American Citizens to USA.

Merita Rice

Replied last December 12, 2019

Thank you for your sweet words! I am glad I could help!

Posted by Arturo | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Immigration lawyer

Merita Rice is the best immigration layer I have ever worked with. She helped me get my DACA permit. She is very knowledgeable, honest, dedicated, and straightforward . Thank you again Ms. Rice for all the help.

Merita Rice

Replied last December 12, 2019

Arturo, thank you for your kind review! I am glad I was able to help you and Karina with your original DACA cases, and the renewals!

Posted by Javier | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Lawyer

Merita is an excellent immigration lawyer. She helped me obtain my US citizenship after a long personal wait, and I feel very fortunate our paths crossed. The whole process was complex and laborious, but she made sure that every step was taken carefully. She helped me complete all the forms with expe...rt guidance along the way, and she personally submitted all the material to the USCIS. Several times I felt overwhelmed by the amount of information that was required. Each time Merita was a patient ear and a force of encouragement. She kept me informed on the status of my application and subsequent interview at every step. I never felt alone in the process. Her communication skills are extraordinary, blending the right mix of personal care and professionalism. Her attention to detail is also one of her core strengths. She really is as thorough as they come, and in her line of work that is a major asset. Her knowledge about immigration law is deep and current. She stays on top of current affairs on immigration, and one always feels is in excellent, expert hands.

Merita Rice

Replied last December 12, 2019

Javier, thank you for your kind words! I enjoyed working with you!

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Merita Rice's Lawyer Endorsements

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Varonica Cooper

Immigration lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Slatus

Immigration lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Merita. She is a very punctual attorney with great attention to detail, insuring that her cases are properly adjudicated and that all options are considered. A client represented by Merita is in excellent hands."

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Rick Villarreal

Probate lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Merita was very knowledgeable in the area of probate. She was easy to work with and very responsive. She provide timely and informative input on the matters we needed to settle prior to the hearing. I would look forward to working with her again."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Karla Prieto

Immigration lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Friend

"I've known Merita for several years now. Over the years we've had many, many conversations about immigration law. She's a very honest, dedicated, passionate, and diligent attorney. Merita serves her clients with utmost respect."

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Pamelia Barnett

Immigration lawyer

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Alicia Letzo-Cantillo

Immigration lawyer

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Varonica Cooper

Immigration lawyer

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Jeffrey Slatus

Immigration lawyer

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John Carlson

Probate lawyer

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Rick Villarreal

Probate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2007

CALI Excellence for the Future Award, STCL

2001

National Honor Society, Lambda Epsilon Chi

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, The Rice Law Firm, PLLC

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Labanowski & Associates

2006 - 2006

Law Clerk, Roberts Markel PC

2001 - 2004

Paralegal, Roberts Markel Guerry LLP

Associations

2008 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Houston Bar Association

The Woodlands Bar Association

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Education

2007

South Texas College Of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Southwestern Professional Institute

ABA approved Paralegal Certificate

Languages

English

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