team-member

Steve Maggi

New York, NY

Licensed for 20 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Immigration

Language

Spanish

About

I was born in Argentina, and was brough to the US as a child. My family came from Hungary, Italy, Spain, Cuba and Argentina. I went through the immigration process and felt what it was like to not belong. I also learned that this country offered lmitless possibilities, as long as you were willing to work very hard for them. This is what got me where I am, through Stuyvesant High School, UNC Chapel Hill and Georgetown Law, and what propeled me to launch my own law firm in 2004.My goal is to help good people realize their unique versions of the American Dream, just as I have been able to do.

Practices Areas

Immigration

Language

Spanish

Contact

SMA Law Firm222 Broadway19th FloorNew York, NY, 10038222 Broadway19th Floor19th FloorNew York, NY, 10038

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Marcin P
November 4, 2019

Worked together with SMA law and my employer on an application for H1B working visa. Steve did amazing work and was diligent and very professional providing all details and updates. He made impossible possible. I was transferred from being an intern to a full time employee. Will enjoy NYC downtown for the next 3 years. Thank you again.

irtiza
November 9, 2018

This is one of the places where I first got to know about SMA Law Firm and after reading the reviews I felt like I could trust Steve and his team. I must say after two years down the line I am more than happy to say that my intuitions back then didn't fail me and translated to a success story. Steve Maggi is a diligent lawyer and treats each of his cases like his own child. Not to mention his more than helpful staff who made my journey towards getting my green card super easy. There is a sense of comfort knowing that you are not in this path alone and this team makes sure to make you feel like theres a family of experienced professionals backing you up. Any day I would recommend working with Steve Maggi and his team! I feel blessed!

anonymous
July 12, 2017

I very thankful and fully satisfied beyond expectations by SMA's services. I reach out to SMA for help renewing my 0-1 exceptional talent visa. Steve Maggi and his team have been fully committed to make this process as smooth as it gets. We had a one-on-one conversation where they brief my case. Steve Maggi explained to me my immigration situation very carefully and knowledgeably. SMA's team drafted a plan of action that was fantastic both for the technical parts of the process as well as my own peace of mind. Through this process SMA took major responsibilities in how to prepare my case, which was great because preparing an application can really become a full time job. But they great experience does make this fast and streamlined. Even more so, throughout the process they always keep themselves within reach for any possible questions. I obtained the visa i was looking for in a timely manner, in a process that was always according to the plan. I have no doubts i will come to them on the next step: for my greencard!!

Sunil
July 10, 2017

Steve and his team is very knowledgeable and experienced immigration attorney. He helped me to obtain on my L1A Visa and guided me through the entire process smoothly. During this period sometime i got impatient but he was not ready to file the petition until he gets satisfied with all the documents in one place. I must say that the entire process was very well organised and it handled very professionally. He is very quick responsive for any question that you have. My petition got approved in less than two weeks time therefore i would recommend Steve to for everyone who required a good immigration attorney. Thank you Steve for your help.

Bas
May 29, 2017

Steve Maggi did such an amazing job on the renewal of my E-2 visa. This was my second renewal and based on the experience I have with my previous visa's, the most positive and fluent one! Highly recommended.

Colin
May 2, 2017

Steve Maggi and his team were incredible to work with to obtain my O-1 visa (Chef). Extremely thorough with excellent communication throughout the entire process given we were on the other side of the world, my O-1 petition and subsequent approval were a huge success. I highly recommend Steve and SMA Law Firm.

Madison
May 1, 2017

Steve Maggi worked on my very difficult case to get a Religious Worker (R1) visa. Him and his team worked tirelessly and after many roadblocks were successful in getting me a permit to work in the USA. I would certainly use Steve again!

Lucia
April 20, 2017

It has been great meeting Steve and his team for my O1-B case (architect), I already had two other petitions approved but he took the time to review and redraft almost completely the submission in a very thorough and precise way. Always helpful to whatever doubt I had, and very fast in answering all of my questions and doubts (which were many). I highly recommend him, very professional and expeditious in terms on timing. Petition got approved in less than two weeks, filed under premium processing.

anonymous
January 17, 2017

We have had total of 3 immigration lawyer for our case. Unfortunately our experience has been very poor ( missing info on the forms, basic mistakes like spelling of name etc). Until we meet Steve we were sure that all immigration lawyers were the same. He changed that percenption as soon as I called his office. He immediately called me back the next day as arranged by his staff and upon not finding me left a message and followed up. When I did call him back, he took his time speaking to me and addressing all my concern. When we finally meet he was there exactly at the time he committed to even though we were late. Important to note, Steve did not prepare our immigration case, we meet with him for a consult to prepare for our interview. That being said, he requested all our previous documents and went through everything. He noticed even the smallest of problem and promoted us to it. He thoroughly prepared us for the interview and continued to answer our questions not only to the days prior to the interview but days following after. We are planning to go to him for our future immigration concerns as he is the absolute best! I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Nicholas
December 5, 2016

Excellent, professional and efficient lawyer! Very friendly staff, great knowledge of laws, fast communication, and incredibly fast results! Loved working with Steve Maggi!!!

Marcin P
November 4, 2019

Worked together with SMA law and my employer on an application for H1B working visa. Steve did amazing work and was diligent and very professional providing all details and updates. He made impossible possible. I was transferred from being an intern to a full time employee. Will enjoy NYC downtown for the next 3 years. Thank you again.

irtiza
November 9, 2018

This is one of the places where I first got to know about SMA Law Firm and after reading the reviews I felt like I could trust Steve and his team. I must say after two years down the line I am more than happy to say that my intuitions back then didn't fail me and translated to a success story. Steve Maggi is a diligent lawyer and treats each of his cases like his own child. Not to mention his more than helpful staff who made my journey towards getting my green card super easy. There is a sense of comfort knowing that you are not in this path alone and this team makes sure to make you feel like theres a family of experienced professionals backing you up. Any day I would recommend working with Steve Maggi and his team! I feel blessed!

anonymous
July 12, 2017

I very thankful and fully satisfied beyond expectations by SMA's services. I reach out to SMA for help renewing my 0-1 exceptional talent visa. Steve Maggi and his team have been fully committed to make this process as smooth as it gets. We had a one-on-one conversation where they brief my case. Steve Maggi explained to me my immigration situation very carefully and knowledgeably. SMA's team drafted a plan of action that was fantastic both for the technical parts of the process as well as my own peace of mind. Through this process SMA took major responsibilities in how to prepare my case, which was great because preparing an application can really become a full time job. But they great experience does make this fast and streamlined. Even more so, throughout the process they always keep themselves within reach for any possible questions. I obtained the visa i was looking for in a timely manner, in a process that was always according to the plan. I have no doubts i will come to them on the next step: for my greencard!!

Sunil
July 10, 2017

Steve and his team is very knowledgeable and experienced immigration attorney. He helped me to obtain on my L1A Visa and guided me through the entire process smoothly. During this period sometime i got impatient but he was not ready to file the petition until he gets satisfied with all the documents in one place. I must say that the entire process was very well organised and it handled very professionally. He is very quick responsive for any question that you have. My petition got approved in less than two weeks time therefore i would recommend Steve to for everyone who required a good immigration attorney. Thank you Steve for your help.

Bas
May 29, 2017

Steve Maggi did such an amazing job on the renewal of my E-2 visa. This was my second renewal and based on the experience I have with my previous visa's, the most positive and fluent one! Highly recommended.

Colin
May 2, 2017

Steve Maggi and his team were incredible to work with to obtain my O-1 visa (Chef). Extremely thorough with excellent communication throughout the entire process given we were on the other side of the world, my O-1 petition and subsequent approval were a huge success. I highly recommend Steve and SMA Law Firm.

Madison
May 1, 2017

Steve Maggi worked on my very difficult case to get a Religious Worker (R1) visa. Him and his team worked tirelessly and after many roadblocks were successful in getting me a permit to work in the USA. I would certainly use Steve again!

Lucia
April 20, 2017

It has been great meeting Steve and his team for my O1-B case (architect), I already had two other petitions approved but he took the time to review and redraft almost completely the submission in a very thorough and precise way. Always helpful to whatever doubt I had, and very fast in answering all of my questions and doubts (which were many). I highly recommend him, very professional and expeditious in terms on timing. Petition got approved in less than two weeks, filed under premium processing.

anonymous
January 17, 2017

We have had total of 3 immigration lawyer for our case. Unfortunately our experience has been very poor ( missing info on the forms, basic mistakes like spelling of name etc). Until we meet Steve we were sure that all immigration lawyers were the same. He changed that percenption as soon as I called his office. He immediately called me back the next day as arranged by his staff and upon not finding me left a message and followed up. When I did call him back, he took his time speaking to me and addressing all my concern. When we finally meet he was there exactly at the time he committed to even though we were late. Important to note, Steve did not prepare our immigration case, we meet with him for a consult to prepare for our interview. That being said, he requested all our previous documents and went through everything. He noticed even the smallest of problem and promoted us to it. He thoroughly prepared us for the interview and continued to answer our questions not only to the days prior to the interview but days following after. We are planning to go to him for our future immigration concerns as he is the absolute best! I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Nicholas
December 5, 2016

Excellent, professional and efficient lawyer! Very friendly staff, great knowledge of laws, fast communication, and incredibly fast results! Loved working with Steve Maggi!!!

Marcin P
November 4, 2019

Worked together with SMA law and my employer on an application for H1B working visa. Steve did amazing work and was diligent and very professional providing all details and updates. He made impossible possible. I was transferred from being an intern to a full time employee. Will enjoy NYC downtown for the next 3 years. Thank you again.

irtiza
November 9, 2018

This is one of the places where I first got to know about SMA Law Firm and after reading the reviews I felt like I could trust Steve and his team. I must say after two years down the line I am more than happy to say that my intuitions back then didn't fail me and translated to a success story. Steve Maggi is a diligent lawyer and treats each of his cases like his own child. Not to mention his more than helpful staff who made my journey towards getting my green card super easy. There is a sense of comfort knowing that you are not in this path alone and this team makes sure to make you feel like theres a family of experienced professionals backing you up. Any day I would recommend working with Steve Maggi and his team! I feel blessed!

anonymous
July 12, 2017

I very thankful and fully satisfied beyond expectations by SMA's services. I reach out to SMA for help renewing my 0-1 exceptional talent visa. Steve Maggi and his team have been fully committed to make this process as smooth as it gets. We had a one-on-one conversation where they brief my case. Steve Maggi explained to me my immigration situation very carefully and knowledgeably. SMA's team drafted a plan of action that was fantastic both for the technical parts of the process as well as my own peace of mind. Through this process SMA took major responsibilities in how to prepare my case, which was great because preparing an application can really become a full time job. But they great experience does make this fast and streamlined. Even more so, throughout the process they always keep themselves within reach for any possible questions. I obtained the visa i was looking for in a timely manner, in a process that was always according to the plan. I have no doubts i will come to them on the next step: for my greencard!!

Sunil
July 10, 2017

Steve and his team is very knowledgeable and experienced immigration attorney. He helped me to obtain on my L1A Visa and guided me through the entire process smoothly. During this period sometime i got impatient but he was not ready to file the petition until he gets satisfied with all the documents in one place. I must say that the entire process was very well organised and it handled very professionally. He is very quick responsive for any question that you have. My petition got approved in less than two weeks time therefore i would recommend Steve to for everyone who required a good immigration attorney. Thank you Steve for your help.

Bas
May 29, 2017

Steve Maggi did such an amazing job on the renewal of my E-2 visa. This was my second renewal and based on the experience I have with my previous visa's, the most positive and fluent one! Highly recommended.

Colin
May 2, 2017

Steve Maggi and his team were incredible to work with to obtain my O-1 visa (Chef). Extremely thorough with excellent communication throughout the entire process given we were on the other side of the world, my O-1 petition and subsequent approval were a huge success. I highly recommend Steve and SMA Law Firm.

Madison
May 1, 2017

Steve Maggi worked on my very difficult case to get a Religious Worker (R1) visa. Him and his team worked tirelessly and after many roadblocks were successful in getting me a permit to work in the USA. I would certainly use Steve again!

Lucia
April 20, 2017

It has been great meeting Steve and his team for my O1-B case (architect), I already had two other petitions approved but he took the time to review and redraft almost completely the submission in a very thorough and precise way. Always helpful to whatever doubt I had, and very fast in answering all of my questions and doubts (which were many). I highly recommend him, very professional and expeditious in terms on timing. Petition got approved in less than two weeks, filed under premium processing.

anonymous
January 17, 2017

We have had total of 3 immigration lawyer for our case. Unfortunately our experience has been very poor ( missing info on the forms, basic mistakes like spelling of name etc). Until we meet Steve we were sure that all immigration lawyers were the same. He changed that percenption as soon as I called his office. He immediately called me back the next day as arranged by his staff and upon not finding me left a message and followed up. When I did call him back, he took his time speaking to me and addressing all my concern. When we finally meet he was there exactly at the time he committed to even though we were late. Important to note, Steve did not prepare our immigration case, we meet with him for a consult to prepare for our interview. That being said, he requested all our previous documents and went through everything. He noticed even the smallest of problem and promoted us to it. He thoroughly prepared us for the interview and continued to answer our questions not only to the days prior to the interview but days following after. We are planning to go to him for our future immigration concerns as he is the absolute best! I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Nicholas
December 5, 2016

Excellent, professional and efficient lawyer! Very friendly staff, great knowledge of laws, fast communication, and incredibly fast results! Loved working with Steve Maggi!!!