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Zara Ali

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also known as Zara Ali & Associates, PLLC
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About Zara

At Zara Ali and Associates we strive to provide every client professional legal service, whether it be in the area of Family or Immigration Law. We work closely with each to client and ensure they are well informed about their case from start to end. In order to provide you the best service, we schedule all consultations at the office.

  I was born and raised in the southwest region of England. In 2008, I graduated with First Class Honours from the University of London, King's College London. Thereafter, I moved to Houston and received my J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2012. I am eligible to practice in the Southern District of Texas. I have experience in areas of Family Law including, Appeals, Adoptions, Divorces, SAPCRS and Termination of Parental Rights. 

I received my LL.M. from the University of Houston Law Center. During this time, I received specialized training in Immigration Law, particularly, Family Immigration. I am also a certified mediator and have training and experience in Family Law mediations.

Practice areas

FamilyImmigration
  1. Immigration: 50%

    Petitions for Alien Relatives, Naturalization Applications and Adjustment of Status.

    8 years

  2. Family: 50%

    Divorces, Child Support, Custody Modifications, Adoptions, Enforcements and Name Changes.

    8 years

Languages spoken

Urdu, Hindi

Photos and videos

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Contact

2717 Commerical Center Blvd
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2717 Commerical Center Blvd
Ste E200
Katy, TX, 77494

3 Sugar Creek Center Blvd
Suite 100
Sugar Land, TX, 77478

12 Greenway Plaza
Suite 1100
Houston, TX, 77046

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
TXEligible To Practice In Texas 201312/05/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers396
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top AttorneyAvvo2018
Client's ChoiceAvvo2017
Top ContributorAvvo2017
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2016
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2015
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
OwnerZara Ali & Associates PLLC2014 - Present
AssociateDamani Law Firm2013 - 2014
AssociateBusby & Associates, PC2012 - 2013
Legal InternLaw of office of Anuj Shah2011 - 2012
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Fort Bend Family BarMember2018 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationN/A2017 - Present
HYBLAN/A2013 - Present
State Bar of TexasN/A2013 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Houston Law CenterLL.M - Master of Laws2014
South Texas College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2012
King's College LondonBA - Bachelor of Arts2008
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Texas Bar College Annual Summer SchoolWhen Immigration Collides with Criminal and/or Family Law2018
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
H1-B ExtensionApproved

Reviews

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She is above and behind

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Ms. Zara Ali is a very professional and ethical lawyer. She is responsive to your inquiry in timely manner or better say promptly. You don't feel left over when you are reaching any barriers in your case. She make sure that you have her support every step away in your case. She helped us with my marriage spouse petition immigration case and even due to circumstance we had a long journey with her but she continue to remain guenon, attentive and kind . She is smart, patient, and down to earth with very positive attitude as an individual. If I would able to give her more than 5 stars certainly I won’t hesitate. I am glad i choose her as my lawyer probably due to reading prior all these beautiful words of feedback so it is my turn to say NOW she is an excellent candidate and you don’t regret to choose her for your case as your lawyer.
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Hired attorney

God Sent

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Zara Ali was the best thing that happened to us in between so many things going on! She guided us and held our hand through out our entire journey. She is extremely professional, communicative, and always positive! Super down to earth personality makes you feel comfortable with Zara and trust her with all of our concerns. She advised us like family does for family and did not think of us as just a "file". I would highly recommend her!
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Hired attorney

Zara is awesome!

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Zara helped us with a complicated case. She was kind and patient and she knows her stuff!!! She is on top of her game and got the job done! Great with family and immigration lawyer needs. Highly recommended 10/10!
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Hired attorney

Very helpful with the immigration process

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Zara has helped us tremendously with the green card process over the past 1 1/2 years. She was very informative and knowledgeable regarding the paperwork needed. Zara was by our side every step of the way! We highly recommend her and will definitely use her services again.
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Hired attorney

Best divorce lawyer very helpful

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During my whole divorce process she has been so helpful and kind to me. She listen to u very carefully and without wAisting your time she will resolve things faster and also she so responsible and great person.
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Hired attorney

Outstanding Immigration Lawyer

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Ms. Ali has assisted me with my green card renewal. She a great communicator and handled my application process in a timely manner. My initial card had an error on the card itself, and Ms. Alie went above and beyond and escalated the issue and get it resolved. While waiting for my renewal, she consulted me on obtaining a stamp, and so on. It’s been a pleasure working with Ms. Ali. I highly recommend her!
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Hired attorney

Great lawyer

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Miss Zara Ali is a true professional and amazing attorney. She answered our question throughly and mad the whole process simple. She was a great person, lawyer and she help me a lot. Highly recommended Thank you so much Zara
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Consulted attorney

Smart, understanding and quick

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Zara helped me with my case, she was understanding of the situation and helped guide me through every step of the way. Extremely helpful with all my questions. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was done right the first time and according to the law. Thank you Zara! I will highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of a good honest lawyer on their side.
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Hired attorney

Simply THE BEST experience

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Zara was truly amazing. She took an already difficult situation and made it so easy. I highly recommend here. She was recommended to me and I am so glad I called her. She made my divorce process so seamless from start to finish and no question was ignored or passed over. I really cannot say enough about her. I never dealt with an assistant. She was always readily available. Thank you so much Zara for all you did for me!
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Hired attorney

Positive Isolation

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I am pleased that my case was directed and executed appropriately, especially remotely, by Ms. Zara Ali. I heartedly recommend having her services engaged for Divorce proceedings.
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Attorney endorsements

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Farah Kamal, Family Attorney on Aug 18, 2020
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Zara and I have been on opposite sides on more than one occasion and while we both advocate for our clients we are able to work together to make both parties happy. She is a fellow attorney I fully endorse.

Tasha Ricks, Family Attorney on Jul 25, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

D'Angelo Lowe, Family Attorney on Apr 6, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. She is a great attorney and mediator. Always reasonable, knowledgable and reliable.

Fran Brochstein, Family Attorney on Jan 6, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have mediated with this attorney on several occasions. She is totally professional and a great advocate for her client. She is caring and compassionate yet thoroughly prepared before she appears for a mediation. Her clients trust and adore her. Her fellow attorneys respect her. As you can see, she has many endorsements by her fellow attorneys.

Timothy Hutton

I endorse this lawyer.

David Payma

I endorse this lawyer.

David Schwaner, Immigration Attorney on Aug 29, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Zara is well respected immigration attorney in the avvo community.

Ameya Telkikar, Immigration Attorney on Aug 23, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer for her professionalism and service to her clients.

Marina Melman, Family Attorney on Aug 11, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.

Frederick Forlano, Family Attorney on Jul 8, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. She is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who fights hard for her clients and works well with opposing counsel to obtain the best results for clients.

Carolyn McDaniel, Family Attorney on Jul 8, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

Anna Din, Immigration Attorney on May 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I recommend this attorney's work.

Chikeersha Puvvada, Family Attorney on Apr 12, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Zara was easy to work with and responded to communications promptly.

Lacey Richmond, Family Attorney on Jan 3, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I had a case opposite Zara. She was easy to work with, quick to respond to emails, and had a lot of immigration knowledge that was helpful for her client (her client was in the process of trying to obtain citizenship). Her knowledge in family and immigration is wonderful for any client with an accompanying immigration issue, and she is very familiar with and knowledgeable about family law issues.

Zulfiqar Prasla, Family Attorney on Nov 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Faisal Punjwani, Family Attorney on Nov 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. She is a dedicated worker for her clients. I recommend her for all the family law matters that come my way.

Lawrence Eulette, Family Attorney on Nov 15, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ali is the consummate professional. She fights relentlessly for her clients while maintaining a professional relationship with opposing counsel. This characteristic is important because it allows us to focus strictly on the issues in the case.

Kamran Makhdoom, Immigration Attorney on Nov 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Zara Ali, as she has always shown deep dedication and devotion to her clients. She is not afraid to ask help and guidance, a trait uncommon in some professionals, but she does this with stride and with only the benefit of her clients in mind.

Candace Demary

Zara and I met through a mutual attorney friend. She is a very qualified attorney. I have seen her with a client at the courthouse and was impressed by her professionalism. I would highly recommend her.

Ahmad Azam, Immigration Attorney on Nov 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Zara is a great attorney, I often recommend her for immigration cases because I know she will do a great job.

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