Mary Ann Romero – Top Latinos
Albuquerque, NM/LWW/ Mary Ann Romero, Manager, Immigration Attorney and Owner of Mary Ann Romero & Associates, has been recognized by the Top Latinos in the 2024 edition. 
Introducing Mary Ann Romero, an experienced immigration attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born and raised in the border town of El Paso, Texas, Mary Ann’s personal background gives her a unique understanding and empathy for the struggles faced by immigrants in the United States.
Mary Ann’s passion for helping immigrants started within her own family. From a young age, she provided interpretation, translation, and assistance with navigating services for Spanish-speaking relatives. She guided them through the often-complicated processes of accessing education, banking, healthcare, and government support. Mary Ann firmly believes that everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, or social class, deserves equal access to benefits and rights.
During her time in law school, Mary Ann honed her skills by representing immigrant clients at the school’s clinic. This experience reaffirmed her childhood dream of becoming a lawyer to protect the rights of others. She realized that her true calling was in immigration law, as she felt a strong connection to individuals who shared similar experiences to her own and her family’s.
Since graduating from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 1999, Mary Ann has focused exclusively on immigration law. With over seventeen years of experience, she has successfully represented clients from various countries, helping them achieve family unity, pursue business opportunities, and seek protection from injustice. Mary Ann has secured permanent status for numerous immigrants, enabling them to build lives in the United States. She handles a wide range of immigration cases, including family sponsorship, deportation defense, waivers for immigration violations, asylum applications, and protection for victims of trafficking and violent crimes.
Furthermore, Mary Ann Romero assists immigrants in their journey to become U.S. citizens. Her firsthand knowledge of the intricate immigration process has been instrumental in helping generations of clients bring their loved ones to the United States. Mary Ann is passionate about creating opportunities for all immigrants to live, work, and thrive in the United States.
Mary Ann Romero is an active member of various professional organizations, including the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), National Hispanic Bar Association, New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. In recognition of her expertise and dedication, she has received numerous accolades, such as being named VIP Woman of the Year by the National Association of Professional Women in 2014 and being recognized as one of The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers in the United States in 2015. Her firm, known for its exceptional service, was honored as the 2018 Immigrant Rights Law Firm of the Year in the United States by Lawyer Monthly. 
As a committed community advocate, Mary regularly shares her knowledge of immigration law through presentations at the State Bar of New Mexico, the University of New Mexico, and local educational and professional agencies. Fluent in Spanish, she understands the importance of accurate information for those navigating the complex legal landscape of securing lawful status in the United States.
In summary, Mary Ann Romero is a highly respected immigration attorney who is deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation to immigrants. Her personal background, extensive experience, and dedication to promoting opportunity and justice make her an invaluable resource for individuals and families seeking assistance with their immigration needs.
Top Latinos is a prestigious New York publication dedicated to honoring the achievements of the Latino community. They meticulously identify and honor outstanding Latino professionals nationwide who have reached impressive levels of success in their respective fields. By showcasing their accomplishments, they aim to foster growth and appreciation of the Latino industry and culture. Since their establishment in 2010, Top Latinos has been wholeheartedly committed to fulfilling their mission of bringing awareness to the exceptional contributions made by the Latino professional and executive community.
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