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Experienced and compassionate immigration attorney based in Austin, TX specializing in marriage-based permanent residency and citizenship cases. Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Immigration Law Section of the Texas State Bar. Fluent in Urdu.
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901 S Mopac Expy, Barton Oaks Plaza, Bldg. 1, Austin, TX, 78746
22 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Alexander | March 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Unfortunately cannot give half a star
This "Lawyer" says one thing and then does another. Even after paying all the fees, and their full honoraries. She acted when spoken to as if she was doing me a favor. Did not sound professional when on the phone and she only does things over the phone. The agreement was for her to do a Cancelation ...
Posted by Juan Angel | March 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Impressed!
Ms. Ansari is one of the most patient, thorough, and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She is an incredible asset to have in your corner. She is honest and diligent.
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2011 | Immigration
Great attorney for marriage case!
We used Sonia for our marriage-based adjustment of status case. She was very knowledgeable and kept us up to date throughout the process. She attended our interview with us, which was a big help. Our case was approved without any problems because of her excellent preparation. My husband and I hig...
Posted by Selena | October 21, 2010 | Immigration
Knowledgeable, Professional, and Diligent
We began the adjustment of status process earlier this year, and we were very surprised and impressed with the short amount of time it took to process our application. It only took about 6-7 months to complete the entire thing. We were very pleased with Sonia’s knowledge and professionalism and the d...
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2010 | Immigration
Professional, practical, and knowledgeable in managing our case.
We consulted Mrs. Sonia Ansari for our marriage-based adjustment of status and found her to be incredibly professional, practical, and knowledgeable in managing our case. We strongly recommended that you consult Mrs. Sonia Ansari regarding any immigration matters.
"Sonia is that rare combination of attorney who is smart, hard-working, and ethical. I refer all my clients or potential clients to her for their immigration matters. If she can't help them, nobody can."
"I highly recommend Sonia. She is a conscientious and dedicated attorney who does her best by clients. I wouldn't hesitate to refer a family member or friend to her for immigration assistance."
"Sonia is a dedicated attorney who carefully gives appropriate legal (and practical) advice to her clients and then helps them meet their goals. I highly recommend her for any immigration law issue."
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2025
10 Best Attorneys in Texas for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2025
Top 10 Attorneys in Texas for Dedication to Justice, America’s Best Advocates
2014
Selected as a Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Selected as a Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Selected as a Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Selected as a Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Selected as a Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021 - 2022
Immigration Attorney, Lincoln Goldfinch Law, PLLC
2020 - 2021
Litigation Counsel, The Ko Law Firm, PLLC
2015 - 2020
Librarian, Austin Public Library
2006 - 2015
Immigration Attorney, The Ansari Law Firm, PLLC
2004 - 2006
Associate Attorney, Jones Day
2006 - 2025
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - 2009
American Gateways (formerly the Political Asylum Project of Austin)Board Member
2004
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) (with honors)
2001
Bachelor of Arts (with honors)
2001
Bachelor of Science (with honors)
Urdu