Mariana Lotfy Hanna

Mariana Lotfy Hanna

4.4
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 22 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

110 West C Street., Suite 1014, San Diego, CA

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22 years

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

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Law Offices of Mariana Lotfy Hanna

110 West C Street., Suite 1014, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Mariana Lotfy Hanna's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2024 | Asylum

The only lawyer who is above the law

I hired this lawyer two years ago. I paid her 8000 grand. We agreed that she’s gonna file for me Asylum she did not File for me what we agreed for. I tried to call her. She was ignoring my calls when I try to go to the office they’re telling me please you must have an appointment. How can I have App...ointment When she’s not answering The phone basically she was trying to play with my Intelligent What does she need to meet? This lady wasn’t a scam I can see if towards abuse. She really abused me mentally.

Posted by Liz | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolute Best

Mariana and Lazaren are the most fabulous team we could ask for (find for that matter). My brother in law case looked doubtful. We had three lawyers we spoke to prior to hiring Mariana who absolutely would not take the case. Thanks to these fabulous people my brother in law after a year is back home ...where he deserves to be. His case was tough, but the long hours, and perseverance, and dedication they made it possible for him to be home today. There were times where we felt beaten and discouraged and thank God we were blessed with this fabulous team.

Posted by Jose | September 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

fought an excellent case on my withholding only proceedings

Mariana was able to obtain a bail for me when bail seemed impossible. Then out of custody she worked worked extra hard with me to get me ready for my trial. Mariana fought an excellent case on my behalf against the government that wanted to make me look bad in the eyes of the immigration judge. So w...e got a positive outcome of my lawyers hard work. I was granted withholding of removal under the nationality act c.a.t.. I highly recommend you Mariana Hannah as your lawyer you won't regret it. My family and I will forever be grateful for her services. God bless her.

Posted by Lourdes | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Bright Light at the End of the Tunnel

I have been struggling with ICE for thirty years to have my LPR restored with no success. I was at the end of my rope. I had hired two separate attorneys, supposedly the best Immigration Attorneys on the Central Coast, and the most I got from them was, "you won't be able to get your Green Card back... because you have a felony, and I've exhausted all avenues to restore your LPR. Just wait because time is on your side." I waited and waited with no results. I was so frustrated and despondent. Finally, a friend referred me to Mariana. I was really hoping she would be proactive and find something that would lead to me getting my Green Card back. At our first office meeting, I was so impressed with her compassion and how quickly she became familiar with my very difficult case. She told me that she wasn't going to pursue my Green Card because she was going to get me my US Citizenship instead! My husband and I were shocked. She advised me that she believed that I was a citizen and should not have been deported. I couldn't believe it. I had hired two highly respected attorneys and got nothing for my money and time. Now this attorney is telling me that she was going to get me my citizenship. God Bless Mariana!!!! She dedicated herself to my case and she was successful in gaining my US Citizenship within two years. How I and my family feel towards Mariana are beyond words. Thanks to Mariana I am free to pursue any endeavor I choose. If you need an attorney that will be compassionate, caring, professional, dedicated, and reasonable, don't delay, schedule an appointment right away. My immediate and extended family thank Mariana and her assistant, Lazaren, for giving me my life back.

Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2015 | Immigration

BEST LAWYER

My case was very very complicated. I had an extended criminal background. Was In ice detention facility. Not a single light of relieve was in my path. Until I was referred to this amazing lawyer. Bail hearings were almost denied as soon as I walked into the courtroom. Was told no way I would ever sta...y on this beautiful country. Just as my family and I felt our lives were running extinct. Mariana told us to remain calm. Some weeks later I went back to court , was granted bond. My family and I felt breaths of life again. She fought for me hard!!! Always pushing herself an extra steps to cover all the excruciating work needed for my case. I am now an official united states legal permanent resident and I owe it all to mariana and Her wonderful staff. I am very pleased and blessed for ever meeting her and would recommend her to everyone.

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Mariana Lotfy Hanna's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Verduzco

Immigration lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mariana is an awesome attorney"

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Thomas Carter

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her reputation in the industry is great."

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Jamahl Kersey

Immigration lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mariana is a very skilled and experienced attorney who is very passionate and goes the extra mile for her clients. Immigration law is ever-changing. Mariana stays on top of the latest developments in order to put her clients in the best position for a positive outcome."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brent Pfeiffer

Immigration lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mariana Hanna is a hardworking and highly intelligent attorney who is well versed in immigration law. I highly recommend her for any immigration matter."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Powell

Immigration lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the privilege of going to law school with Mariana. Over that time, I have grown to know her as an extremely talented and hard working attorney. Further, she is caring and courteous. I certainly endorse her work."

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Robert Ferretti

Immigration lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer! Ms. Hanna is an extremely dedicated and hardworking immigration attorney and she will do everything possible to win your immigration case. I know this because I have worked alongside Ms. Hanna for over a year."

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Randy Grossman

Immigration lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Hanna is an outstanding attorney that knows the law, knows the opposition and knows the judges and courts. More importantly, she is a caring attorney that places client service above all else. I send all my immigration cases to her office."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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C. Abbott

Immigration lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lofty Hanna provides detailed and honest postings on AVVO assisting those with various areas of immigration law questions. Also, her comments show her genuine compassion for immigrants and their families. A true professional."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

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Excellence for the Future Award, CALI

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Witkin Award for Academic Excellence, Witkin Legal Institute

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Mariana L. Hanna

Associations

2009 - 2010

Thomas Jefferson School of Law Alumni Board of Directors

Education

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Thomas Jefferson SOL

law

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Ohio State Univ

undergraduate

Languages

English

Arabic

Spanish

Somali

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