$ 275-300 per hour
Luis Fernando Hess
also known as Luis F. Hess
About Luis
Biography
A Houston Attorney licensed in Texas and with over years of experience practicing immigration law and business. Substantial experience handling all areas of Employment-Based (EB) immigration, Family-Based (FB) immigration, Non-Immigrant Visa and Investment matters.
Mr. Hess has a proven track record filing labor certification cases with the U.S. Department of Labor and various types of non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions with USCIS, and represneting privately-held companies.
Mr. Hess is admitted to practice law in all courts of the State of Texas, all Immigration Courts throughout the United States and the U.S. District Court of the Southern District of Texas. He holds a Master of Art (M.A.) Degree from the University of Arizona, a Juris Doctor (JD) and an Bachelor of Arts from Saint Louis University. He is a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas and the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)..
Specialties:
- Employment-Based Immigration PERM - 1-140 (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3) and EB-5 (investment)
- Adjustment of Status & Consular Processing
- Work Permits (EAD) & Advanced Paroles (AP)
- Work Visas (H-1B - L-1A/B - TN's - O's & P's)
- Employer Compliance (I-9 Compliance Review & Sanctions - E-Verify)
- Investor Visas [E-1 (Treaty Trader) - E-2 (Treaty Investor)]
- Family Immigration [Immediate Relatives of USC's & LPR's - Fiance Visas (K)]
- Citizenship & Naturalization
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2011
Licensed in Missouri for 15 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2010
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013
Location
Luis F. Hess, PLLC
282 Ed English Dr, Bldg #6 Unit B, Shenandoah, TX, 77385
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Luis Fernando Hess's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 43 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jorge | January 7, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
MANTÉNGASE ALEJADO!
Cometí el error de contratar al Sr. Hess hace 3 años aproximadamente y ha hecho este trámite lleno de errores y negligencias por parte de el y de su firma. Nadie te recibe ni llamadas ni textos ni consultas, el “Bona Fide” de mi caso había sido aprobado en FEBRERO 2025, y yo ni siquiera fui notific...
Posted by Jaime | July 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very unprofessional
Horrible service after filling up my CBP FOIA no one ever contacted me to give me any updates whatsoever. It’s been 13 months and haven’t heard from them. This is in The Woodlands Texas.
Posted by anonymous | December 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hire him!!!
Luis Hess and the entire legal team is absolutely amazing. I probably had one of the hardest cases and they provided amazing results. I would recommend getting in contact with them they will provide you the positive results you are looking to see. Thank you for all you all have done so far.
Posted by Water and Process Solutions LLC | November 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Water and Process Solutions LLC
Reconocimiento especial a Luís F. Hess y su equipo de trabajo. Su actitud de servicio, sus conocimientos, experiencia y su gran empeño, permitieron lograr en tiempo récord la consecución de la VISA E2 de Inversionista. Lo recomendamos a todos los extranjeros interesados para realizar procesos similar...
Posted by Maria | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Review
He helped me with my case and closed of my case in a successful way I recommend to go with him if you want good results in ur case.
Luis Fernando Hess's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Luis is a caring, self-less person who not only cares for his clients but for his staff and for his community. He will give the shirt off his back for his clients. He and his team work tirelessly to obtain the best results possible for their clients. There is no better choice for immigration in Texas."
"Mr. Hess and I worked on a case together and he is a great attorney, very knowledgeable in real estate matters, very responsive. I very much enjoyed working with Mr. Hess and highly recommend him as an attorney in real estate matters."
"Luis and I have worked on different projects and I can say his dedication is beyond reproach. He follows through, he cares, and he delivers. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Luis fights hard and gets exceptional results for his clients."
"I have known Luis for several years and have great respect for him. He's reliable and has a big heart. His clients are truly fortunate to have him in their corner."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.
Reprimand issued in MO, 2013
updated on 10/25/2016A reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Court warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
10 Best Immigration Attorney - Texas, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2018
2018 Top Lawyer, Houstonia Magazine
2018
2018 Excellence in Immigration Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
2017 Top Lawyer, Houstonia Magazine
2014
Successfully Overseeing Annual Fiesta Universal Event, Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, Luis F. Hess Law PLLC
2010 - 2010
Adjunct Professor, Saint Louis University
2009 - 2009
JAG, Air Force
2008 - 2008
Judicial Intern, Federal Court for the Southern District of Texas
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, Usda Forest Service
2005 - 2007
College Instructor, University of Arizona
2003 - 2004
Intern, Gateway Legal Service
Associations
2016 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationFellow
2013 - Present
Woodlands Bar AssociationDirector
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationN/A
2001 - Present
Knights of Columbus3rd Degree
Sample of Legal Cases
C12018
Received a $94,000 judgment against plaintiff/counter-defendant.
Education
2010
Saint Louis University School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2007
University of Arizona
MA - Masters
2006
Sprachcaffe International
N/A
2005
Saint Louis University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2005
Universidad de Guadalajara
N/A
Speaking Engagements
2012
Woodlands Bar Association
Non-Immigrant Visas and Green Cards: How to Obtain the Right Status
2012
The 16th Employment Law Update
Immigration Compliance in the Workplace
2007
American Political Science Association Conference
Event History Analysis: A New I.D.E.A. and a New Approach to Diversionary Theory
2006
Western Political Science Association Conference
Rational Actors: Do Political Leaders React or Anticipate Changes in Public Opinion?
2004
Penn State McNair Research Conference
From Promises to Policy: An Examination of How Presidents Achieve Success in Presidential-Sponsored Legislation
Publications
2010
Missouri Bar CLE Deskbook
Reverse Mortgages and Foreclosures in Missouri
Languages
Spanish
Activity
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