Ritu Goswamy

Ritu Goswamy

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

2136 The Alameda, Suite 1B, San Jose, CA

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Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

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Holistic Legal Services

2136 The Alameda, Suite 1B, San Jose, CA, 95126-1143

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Ritu Goswamy's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rajesh | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Fantastic working with Ritu

Ritu is an excellent immigration lawyer. She is very prompt in answering/addressing her clients' questions/concerns. Needless to say that she is very good at responding to phone calls and emails. We had a very pleasant experience working with Ritu despite the USCIS delays which the attorney or the cl...ients have no control over. She puts so much effort into creating the document packets that get filed/submitted, that, it really shows and helps the case so much. This really really told me that Ritu is very experienced in what she's doing and she knows how to make her cases standout from the crowd (in a positive way). She is pretty easy to work with because she understands her clients and their needs so well. Any immigration case calls for a lot of efforts from the clients themselves and the attorney. We were very prompt in submitting whatever documents, proofs was asked of us to her and we heard personally from her that that helped her a lot. Ritu has an amazing work ethic and I highly recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Misty D. | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Angel on Earth

I don't know where I would be if it wasn't for the guidance, love and support of Ritu. Ritu's practice in regards to Holistic approach is true to its word. She does not just see you as a case, a source of income, etc. She sees you as a human being, who is in need of guidance to take you to the path t...o freedom. If it wasn't for Ritu, I do not think I could get my removal of conditions approved and I'd continue to be stressed out had I done it myself or gone thru another lawyers. Other lawyers would either charge me more, not be as thorough and helpful as Ritu. Ritu was also very accommodating if here, it seems as if too accommodating to where clients took advantage of her kindness. I was guilty of that sometimes, and thankfully I was able to repair any misunderstanding with Ritu. I hope and pray there would be more lawyers such as Ritu in this world, she definitely gives lawyers a better name/reputation. She's not a 10 star lawyer, a minimum A million star! :)

Posted by Rick | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Friendly and Professional!

My wifes case began Dec, 2012. My wife came into the US on a K1 visa, and Ritu handled her adjustment of status through her 10 year greencard. You could not ask for a more professional, Courteous, and experienced attorney. Ritu made us feel like family, always relaxed and comfortable. She was quick ...to answer our questions and emails. Ritu effeciently got the job done without problems. If you need an Immigration attorney you need not look any farther..

Posted by P&B | June 10, 2014 | Immigration

Thank You Ritu! Highly recommended

My husband and I came to Ritu after hearing how excellent she and her staffs are from many friends. Without a doubt, it is the best decision that we've ever made. We were both extremely busy and weren't familiar with the immigration process, but Ritu and Kat (Ritu's associate) have eased our stress ...and delivered the service promptly and excellently. Plus, Ritu is superbly knowledgeable, always happy to answer all of our questions, and very accommodating with any requests we had. We can't thank Ritu and her staff (especially Kat) enough for making our case as smooth as possible. Again, we highly recommend reaching Ritu for any immigration matters you may have.

Posted by Kapil | January 03, 2013 | Immigration

Friendly, Trustworthy Immigration Attorney Who Delivers Great Outcomes

I used Ritu's services to represent my case for naturalization. Ritu is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She not only knows the naturalization process very well, but is also intricately familiar with the potential pitfalls along the way. Ritu and her team left no stone unturned in helping ...me put my best foot forward. They were also very responsive all along, and made sure I did not slack on getting the documents ready or preparing for the interview. With Ritu, I always felt like I had a long time trusted friend by my side. Very glad I used Ritu's services. I would use her services again. I wholehearted recommend using Ritu's services if you are looking for an immigration attorney who would go beyond the call of duty to work on your case.

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Ritu Goswamy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Herbert Ellis

Immigration lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Lee

Immigration lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ritu Goswamy is a highly knowledgeable and skilled immigration attorney who is a strong advocate for her clients and a trusted educator and leader in the immigration legal community. Having worked closely with her on the local Board of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, I have directly seen how her lawyering and leadership has brought positive results for her clients and important contributions to the field of immigration law."

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Sweta Khandelwal

Immigration lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Ritu on several cases together. She is awesome-knowledgeable, ethical and compassionate. She is professional in her approach and always goes the extra mile for her clients and colleagues. What I like best about her is her direct and straightforward approach. I would highly recommend her."

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Daniel Shanfield

Immigration lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Smart. Dedicated. Caring."

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Yukie Tokuda

Immigration lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Sweta Khandelwal

Immigration lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AILA Santa Clara Valley Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2014

AILA Santa Clara Valley Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2013

AILA Santa Clara Valley Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2012

AILA Santa Clara Valley Chapter Chair, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2011

AILA Santa Clara Valley Chair Elect, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2010

AILA Santa Clara Valley Chapter Secretary, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2009

AILA Santa Clara Valley Chapter, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2007

AMA Leadership Scholarship, Leader to Leader Institute

2006

Access & Fairness Leadership Scholar, State Bar of California

2006

Berger Memorial Fellowship, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2006

Equal Justices Works Fellowship, Equal Justice Works

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Directing Attorney, Holistic Legal Services

2005 - Present

Pro Bono Attorney, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights of the San Francisco Bay Area

2010 - 2010

Interim Staff Attorney, Citizenship Employment & Training

2008 - 2008

Senior Associate Attorney, Daniel Shanfield Esq. & Associates -- Immigration Defense

2006 - 2008

Director of Legal Services, Homeboy Industries

2003 - 2006

Senior Attorney, Law Foundation of Silicon Valley

2001 - 2002

Project Attorney, The Legal Aid Society - Employment Law Center

2000 - 2001

Child Welfare Worker, Alameda County Social Services

Associations

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

AILA Santa Clara Valley MCLE Coordinator

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

AILA Santa Clara Valley Immediate Past Chair

2008 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - 2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Santa Clara Valley chapter)

Chair

2011 - 2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Santa Clara Valley chapter)

AIC Ambassador

2010 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Santa Clara Valley Chapter

Chair Elect

2010 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association (California chapter)

Law Student Liaison

2009 - 2010

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Santa Clara Valley Chapter

Secretary

2009 - 2011

Friends of Master Gardeners of SCC

Board Member, Secretary

2008 - 2014

South Asian Bar Association of Northern California

Member

2008 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Santa Clara Valley Chapter

Pro Bono Liaison

2007 - 2008

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2006

Santa Clara County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

I-601 and I-212 Approved

I-601 and I-212 Approved

Terminated Removal Proceedings

Removal Proceedings Terminated

U Visa Granted

U Visa Granted

Cancellation of Removal Granted

Cancellation of Removal Granted

H1B Granted

H1B Visa Granted

Naturalization Granted

Naturalization Granted

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Education

2000

Boston College Law School

Juris Doctorate

2000

Boston College

Master of Social Work

1996

Barnard College

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Court Community Leadership and Liaison Program

Immigration Law

2012

AFTA Annual Conference

The Effects of Immigration Policy and Practice: The Pervasiveness of Experienced Violence

2011

Court Community Leadership and Liaison Program

Immigration Law

2006

Grillo Public Interest Retreat

Social Justice Entrepreneurs

2005

Pathways to Justice

Holistic Legal Services

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Numerous Engagements

Employment Law

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Numerous Engagements

Special Education

Publications

Languages

Spanish

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