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I have devoted my career to helping those who need representation the most. With a strong background working with immigrant populations, I strive to defend immigrant rights and assure that their voices are heard.
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Acquired: 2000
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2136 The Alameda, Suite 1B, San Jose, CA, 95126-1143
40 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Trustworthiness
Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2015
Expensive
Her consultation fee was 75% more than what we paid for other lawyers in the area. Also she quoted us twice the fee that we are paying now to file our case. Our case is a very straightforward one with minimum complication as evidenced by herself in our consultation session, and it is very hard to und...
Thank you for the feedback. It is customary in immigration law to charge flat legal fees for a case. This fee is based on how many hours the attorney will put into the case. When you meet with an attorney and get a quote, it is important to find out what will be included, and who will do the work, before comparing. In my experience, every case is unique and deserves the utmost care and attention. My fees reflect the time I will put into the case and my full representation includes the whole case from beginning to end. And to clarify, the change in business model is to to explain my holistic approach earlier on so that when the quote is given, there is a better understanding. If clients are looking for the cheapest price rather than the best quality, then we may not be a good fit. My fees reflect my personalized attention, responsiveness, and dedication to your unique case.
Posted by SM | July 02, 2013 | Immigration
Professional ? Really????
I met Ritu yesterday with my wife for advice on our immigration case. She sounded knowledgeable and we felt that we would seek more of her assistance as she had suggested. We made an appointment for today morning with her tentatively. We called yesterday evening to reconfirm. Called again this morni...
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 ...
Posted by Maricela | November 19, 2012
Great quality services as well as a friendly staff!
I am extremely satisfied with RItu and her staff law office. They guided me through my entire process and clearly explain everything to me before doing anything. They went beyond their regular hours to fit my schedule making it easier and convenient for me to work with them. They are friendly and pr...
Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
BEST LAWYER EVER!!
Looking for a good lawyer? Well, look no further because Ritu's the best. She is a lawyer that will fight for you till the end and you get the whole package with her, that is aggressive and experienced legal representation. She follows through with everything and has the ability to deal with time pre...
"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."
"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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Immigration lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
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
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
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAILA Santa Clara Valley MCLE Coordinator
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAILA Santa Clara Valley Immediate Past Chair
2008 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
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 ChapterChair Elect
2010 - 2011
American Immigration Lawyers Association (California chapter)Law Student Liaison
2009 - 2010
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Santa Clara Valley ChapterSecretary
2009 - 2011
Friends of Master Gardeners of SCCBoard Member, Secretary
2008 - 2014
South Asian Bar Association of Northern CaliforniaMember
2008 - 2011
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Santa Clara Valley ChapterPro Bono Liaison
2007 - 2008
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2006
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
I-601 and I-212 Approved
Removal Proceedings Terminated
U Visa Granted
Cancellation of Removal Granted
H1B Visa Granted
Naturalization Granted
2000
Juris Doctorate
2000
Master of Social Work
1996
Bachelor of Arts
2012
Immigration Law
2012
The Effects of Immigration Policy and Practice: The Pervasiveness of Experienced Violence
2011
Immigration Law
2006
Social Justice Entrepreneurs
2005
Holistic Legal Services
N/A
Employment Law
N/A
Special Education
2008
Spanish
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
My aunt is an illegal immigrant and wants a divorce. Is that possible without her getting deported?
02 Jul 2012
What happen if my green card expired 7 years ago?
23 Feb 2010
Citizenship with misdemeanor
24 Nov 2009