Luis Fernando Hess

Luis Fernando Hess

also known as Luis F. Hess

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Immigration Lawyer at Shenandoah, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration

282 Ed English Dr, Bldg #6 Unit B, Shenandoah, TX

About Luis

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 14 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2011

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Licensed in Missouri for 15 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2010

Good Standing, Active

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

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Jorge | January 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

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...ado hasta hace como un mes que le puse un mal review me contactaron me dijeron que tenía que pagar $1,000.00 más y que quitara el mal review para que siguieran mi caso. Enviaron la forma y me la acaban de rechazar porque no USCIS no recibió el pago de los fees por parte de estos señores que se dicen llamar “abogados” Ayer llegué a dejarles el sobre de documentos rechazados y de nuevo la misma historia… nadie te atiende, nadie te recibe una llamada, nadie te responde un texto. NO LOS RECOMIENDO! contrate a alguien más!

Posted by Courtney | January 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Fast-acting legal team in ICE emergencies!

I never thought in my wildest dreams that I would find myself in the middle of an ICE emergency (I didn’t think it was even a thing!), until last night. My husband, who is undocumented, was taken into ICE custody, where he was prevented from using the phone, refused food, and harassed repeatedly by ...different people into trying to coerce him into signing for his deportation. My husband refused and repeatedly maintained that he has a legal right to be in the U.S. and that he wished to call his wife and attorney (requests that were denied). Finally, at 7:30 yesterday evening (my husband hadn’t even been in ICE custody for 24 hours at this time), I got a frantic phone call from my husband, telling me what they were trying to do. I spoke at length with his deportation office (who was kind, to be honest, but was very much “just doing his job”), who informed me that my husband was already in the removal process and would be deported that night! Frantically, I began calling the office and emailing my husband’s paralegal Rosario and Mr. Hess, informing them that this was an emergent situation and that ICE was trying to deport my husband within hours, quite possibly as soon as 11 p.m. that night. At 9 p.m., Rosario called me, and I explained what was going on. Even at 9 p.m. at night, she assured me that she was on it and that she would do absolutely everything she could to halt the deportation process. With the combined efforts of his Rosario and Luis, and their knowledge and expertise of immigration law, a draft copy of the stay for removal was emailed over to his deportation officer at 11 p.m. last night. I believe their hard work and quick action, in combination with the grace of God and some compassion from my husband’s deportation officer, helped stop my husband’s involuntary deportation last night! Rosario accompanied me this morning to file the stay for real, so now the waiting game is on. My husband’s case is long from over, and it is very complicated. We have no idea how this whole situation will play out. But I do know one thing for sure…in the event of an ICE emergency (it really is a thing!), Luis Hess and his team of paralegals are top notch and will work to support their clients, long after business hours are over! If you or someone you know is trying to navigate the waters on issues of immigration, do yourself a favor and reach out to Luis Hess law firm and secure the services of a knowledgeable, experienced law firm that works hard for their clients and advocates for immigrants' rights!

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great attorney, good crew, interested in working for you.

Luis is a great attorney. He helped me with my adjustment of status(AOS) case. He understood the nuances of my case and was able to provide useful guidance. His presence during the interview was invaluable. You can get a sense that he is working for you instead of an attorney who just quote the law. ...His current office staff is very responsive and good to work with.

Posted by Hernan | September 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly recommended

Very professional and responsible individual and attorney. Handled my immigration process from beginning to end, through a process that lasted several years, as well as other business and personal casss with a positive outcome. I highly recommend his services.

Posted by Jose Zavala | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

fast, best service and easy!!!

My first experience with the TN Visa, so quickly! thanks Luis for your kindly support!

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Luis Fernando Hess's Lawyer Endorsements

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Magdalena Cuprys

Immigration lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Erin Eckert

Real estate lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Alan San Miguel

Immigration lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Anthony Laramore

Litigation lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Luis fights hard and gets exceptional results for his clients."

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Kirby Hopkins

Immigration lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Lindsey Harris

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Magdalena Cuprys

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Erik Weingold

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Erin Eckert

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Reprimand issued in MO, 2013

updated on 10/25/2016

A 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 Foundation

Fellow

2013 - Present

Woodlands Bar Association

Director

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

N/A

2001 - Present

Knights of Columbus

3rd Degree

Sample of Legal Cases

C12018

Received a $94,000 judgment against plaintiff/counter-defendant.

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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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