IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY PROFILE
Maria I. O. Stephenson
Immigration Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana
Stephenson, Chávarri & Lambert, L.L.C.New Orleans, LA
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Ms. Maria I. O. Stephenson is a lawyer practicing arbitration, family, construction & development and 18 other areas of law. Maria received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Maria practices at Stephenson, Chávarri & Lambert, L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA.
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About the Attorney
Ms. Maria I. O. Stephenson is a lawyer practicing arbitration, family, construction & development and 18 other areas of law. Maria received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Maria practices at Stephenson, Chávarri & Lambert, L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA.
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Petitions for spouses, children, parents and siblings of U.S. citizens and permanent residents, including adjustment of status and consular processing.
- Petitions for review, mandamus actions and other federal court litigation involving immigration agencies.
- Analysis of how criminal charges and convictions affect immigration status.
- Employer immigration programs, Form I-9 compliance and worksite enforcement matters.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- J.D., University of Houston
- B.A., Tulane University
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1976)
- Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana (1979)
- Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1976)
- AV Preeminent
Memberships
- Louisiana State and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel American Immigration Lawyers Association Maritime Law Association of the United States Louisiana Hispanic Lawyers Association – President, 1997-1998
Office & Service Areas
Stephenson, Chávarri & Lambert, L.L.C.
400 Poydras St., Ste. 1990, New Orleans, LA 70130
Serving clients in New Orleans and throughout Louisiana.
Consultation & Fees Overview
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- Fees discussed during the consultation
- Engagement terms and scope of representation provided in writing
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.