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Samuel Patrick Ouya Maina

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Avvo Rating4.8
  • Berkeley, CA
  • Licensed for 26 years
  • Free consultation
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About Samuel

Practice areas

Immigration
  1. Immigration: 100%

Languages spoken

Swahili, Tigringa, Spanish, Amharic, Punjabi, Hindi, Cantonese, Mandarin, English

Contact

Law Offices of S. Ouya Maina

2140 Shattuck Avenue Suite 1110
Berkeley, CA, 94704

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    CAActive199502/09/2021

    Professional misconduct


    This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority.

    • Discipline with Actual Suspension
      issued in CA, 2019

      updated on 07/22/2019

      This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers2971
    Legal guides5
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    ATTORNEYLAW OFFICES OF S. OUYA MAINA, PC1995 - Present
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    State Bar of CaliforniaMemberN/A
    American Bar AssociationMemberN/A
    American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
    United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitN/AN/A
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    George Washington University National Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor1992
    University of California, BerkeleyA.B1987
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Workshop on Current Issues Affecting the DiasporaUS Immigration Law and How it Impacts the Diaspora2019
    Northwest Immigration Forum, SeattleChanging Trends in US Immigration Law2015
    Harambee Foundation and Kenyan Consulate present Jamhuri Day CelebrationsCurrent Topics in US Immigration Law2010

    Reviews

    (25)
    5 Star
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    Review Samuel Maina

    Best consultation experience

    Posted by

    This review is long overdue. I was desperately looking for information about possibly getting an LPR for my son who is born outside the US. I was outside the US at the time, so I posted my questions on avvo and ither legal free forum but only few responded with real answer, most of the lawyers basically said they can’t answered now but to make appointment with them which mean money first. But Mr. Maina kindly answered most of my questions and scheduled a free conference call with me & my husband to answer more questions that we had. He was straightforward and clear on the instructions of what we had to do prior coming to the US and when we made it to the US he even gave us consultation in his office & told us the form to filed and the next step to do without paying anything. He told us his legal fees if he were to filed our applications but he said this was something we could do ourselves and so we did. We’re grateful to find him. Thanks Mr. Maina
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    I Recommend

    Posted by

    First of all, praise the Lord for people like Samuel! I've been desperately looking up information because I'm trying to help his family and I've different lawyers trying to get information but nobody ever answer or call me back, came across Samuel and he gave me all the answers that I was looking for even without a dime. So if you're looking for a professional and willing to help or answer any question maybe you will have to pay but I recommend that you will call him he will help you. Shalom! God bless you Samuel!
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Spectacular work

    Posted by

    We want to express our profound gratitude to our attorney, Patrick Samuel Ouya Maina. His professional expertise coupled with his ample resources are simply the best. He was very patient with us and gave us the counsel that we believed that we deserved. His expert services led to our immigration success. We would highly recommend him as an attorney for anyone working with immigration issues.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Personable & Clear

    Posted by

    Mr. Maina is personable and clear. He taught me a lot during our initial phone call and he answered all my questions thoroughly. Mr. Maina is knowledgeable, informed, and seems to genuinely care about people. He attentively listens and clearly explains legal possibilities and approaches. His brainstorming proves he is a smart thinker. I am looking forward to working with Mr. Maina and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of immigration help.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Simply the best immigration attorney I ever known

    Posted by

    Samuel is very good at what he does, he listens , he advice's you accordingly and he will never rush you at any point. I believe without a doubt , he is one of the best attorneys I have ever known. very very knowledgeable and ready to assist always. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer to represent me on my complicated case. Very grateful for all his help and work.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Excellent

    Posted by

    Mr. Marina answered all my questions and filed the form I needed. I want to thank him again for receiving me on such a short notice, less than 48 hours after I reached out to him, and I warmly recomend his office to anyone
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    best attorney ever.

    Posted by

    Sam is the best attorney i have ever dealt with, he listens and he is really concerned with your case and he gives your case everything he got. Thanks sam i can't write enough review for what you did for me and my family. I will recommend everyone to try sam and i promise you won't regret you'll be glad to have met him. Sylvester.

    immigration

    Posted by

    We luckily found Sam,after my last lawyer did nothing for me and my husband Besides take our money. Sam is the best he did everything for us in just 9 months. Because of Sam my husband has his green card. We can't think him enough. The first time and every time we meet with Sam he always take his time with us and always pay attention to us and really lesson to what we had to say. He never rush us. WE highly recommend him to any and everyone. In fact after coming back from Mexico we already send our friend to him.

    THE BEST LAWYER YOU COULD EVER TALK TO AND HAVE REPRESENT YOU.

    Posted by

    I was in a destitute immigration situation at one time and when i searched on AVVO Mr. Maina popped up on the list. After reading a few of his reviews, i decided to call him and talk to him. Never had i talked to such a candid attorney. I made a last minute trip to his office where he gave me insight on my situation. He was truthful, upfront and did not sugar coat or anything. He agreed to represent me and I am glad he is on my side. He is not only just a lawyer but a very decent person with a canny sense of humor that tends to ease a clients anxiety. I highly recommend him, totally worth your time and money.

    Highly Recommend

    Posted by

    As far as possible, I have tried to avoid lawyers, for 2 reasons – it’s not fun to be in a legal situation and they are expensive. However I had to hire an immigration attorney and things were not as smooth sailing as I had hoped after hiring an attorney. That’s when I started looking around for a new attorney and got in touch with the law offices of Samuel Patrick Ouya Maina and below are the reasons for the 5 star review: - Called his office and was scheduled for an appointment within 24 hrs - Did not wait in his office for more than 15 mins (as he was with a client) - He was very generous with his time (the free consult scheduled for half hour ran into almost an hour and a half – it was not even a paid consult and we spent all the extra time!) - He thoroughly heard and researched the case - When I discussed his legal fees he was very candid and said that “though it wasn’t that he disliked money” he did not think it fair to charge his legal fees because he had not put in a lot of effort for the case and my case did not need any further action by him. Contrast this with some of the popularly advertised (radio/papers) attorneys - when I called their office I could not even get past the secretary (to explain my case to the attorney and check if they would handle my case and the approximate charges) without paying the consultation charges. -Quite a few of the lawyers had voicemail responses on calling the 1st time. Few of them returned calls within 1-2 days. Quite a few of the lawyers had voicemail responses on calling the 1st time. Few of them returned calls within 1-2 days. -1 attorney showed total lack of interest when he heard that my case was already with another lawyer, without even waiting to hear me out completely. You be the judge as to whether a 5 star review was warranted for Samuel Patrick Ouya Maina
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Mark Clay, Immigration Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly endorse Mr. Maina. Truly exceptional and caring immigration attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people in his area to contact him for help.

    Victor Okeke

    I endorse this lawyer for his experience and knowledge of immigration law.

    Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Immigration Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Hovanes Margarian, Immigration Attorney on Jul 7, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Sean Cleary, Immigration Attorney on May 20, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

    John O'Brien, Immigration Attorney on Apr 21, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation.

    Daniel Tam

    I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community.

    Christopher Leroi, Immigration Attorney on Aug 18, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Maina is an incredible attorney who provides sage advice to all questions asked on Avvo. He is extremely knowledgeable and even though I have been practicing for 23 years as a judge, magistrate, and prosecutor, I learn from him every day.

    Alexander Ivakhnenko, Immigration Attorney on Aug 10, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Raymond Wigell, Immigration Attorney on Jul 16, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Attorney Maina's responses to the Avvo.com inquires are testament to his concern for clients, legal knowledge and experience. I endorse this lawyer.

    Hashim Jeelani, Immigration Attorney on Jul 1, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I recommend this attorney to any potential client looking for competent and well-experienced representation in all matters relating to immigration.

    Tatiana Kadetskaya

    Excellent lawyer!

    Brian Freeman, Immigration Attorney on Jun 16, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    James Garrett, Immigration Attorney on May 20, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Samuel Maina is a talented and well respected immigration attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law, truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

    Victoria Clemans, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 30, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Joseph Lento, Immigration Attorney on Apr 24, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Maina's clients oftentimes face profound consequences as a result of immigration concerns. Mr. Maina is dedicated to helping his clients understand and navigate the immigration process.

    Ji Kim, Immigration Attorney on Apr 12, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Radha Rothrock, Immigration Attorney on Apr 7, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Maina's frequent contributions to Avvo show case is thorough knowledge in immigration law.

    Henry Rothrock, Immigration Attorney on Apr 6, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Maina has consistently provided excellent legal advice about immigration to Avvo readers.

    Vladimir Galstyan, Immigration Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

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