Immigration attorney Alexandra Lozano, who once called herself the 'lawyer of miracles,' is now at the center of a fraud lawsuit. The Seattle-based lawyer, known for her lavish lifestyle including a private jet emblazoned with 'Abogada' (lawyer), is accused of misleading clients and forcing them to make false statements to immigration authorities.
Lawsuit Allegations
Nine individuals from Washington have filed a lawsuit against Lozano, alleging that she advised clients to apply for immigration benefits they did not qualify for and to provide inaccurate or deceptive statements to immigration officials. The complaint states that Lozano submitted documents with client signatures without their review, filed Green Card applications with false information, and charged exorbitant fees.
Additionally, she initiated immigration processes she knew were doomed to fail, had staff memorize scripts to make deceptive promises, and devised legal strategies relying solely on a computer program without review by her or other attorneys at her firm.
Consequences
Some clients now face deportation proceedings due to Lozano's alleged lies. In response to the complaint, Lozano resigned her law license to avoid disciplinary action. Her firm has also announced it is shutting down.
Firm's Statement
The firm released a statement: 'It is with a heavy heart that we announce that our law firm will be closing its doors and will no longer be providing legal representation. As many of you know, our firm has faced increasing challenges and unjust scrutiny in recent years. After careful consideration, we have determined that closing the firm is the best course of action. This decision was not made lightly. Our clients have always been at the center of everything we do, and making this announcement is one of the most difficult moments in our firm’s history. For Alexandra, our Founder and former lead attorney, every client was like a member of her family and she cared deeply for each and every case. It is heartbreaking for her and the team that we have had to take this drastic step.'
The case highlights the importance of ethical practices in immigration law and the severe consequences of fraudulent actions.
