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Was Your Immigration Case Handled by Alexandra Lozano? Get an Independent Second Opinion.

Alexandra Lozano resigned her law license, her firm has closed, and her handling of humanitarian immigration cases is now the subject of federal lawsuits. If she or her firm, also known as La Luz del Camino Legal or Luz Legal, represented you, you deserve to know exactly where your case stands. We will review it with you and tell you the truth.

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Important Notice: We are an independent law firm and are not affiliated with Alexandra Lozano, La Luz del Camino Legal, or Luz Legal. This page provides public-information context and legal review options for affected clients.

What happened

The Alexandra Lozano situation, in plain terms

This is a serious, well-documented situation affecting a large number of immigrants across Washington and beyond. Here is a factual summary, based on public court filings and news reporting.

Important: The allegations described are claims made in civil lawsuits. Alexandra Lozano has denied wrongdoing, and no court has issued findings on the merits. Nothing on this page should be read as a statement that any specific person committed a crime or is liable for anything.

Federal mass action filed by nine former clients in the Western District of Washington, alleging fraud, malpractice, breach of fiduciary duty, and consumer protection violations.

Lozano resigns her Washington law license in lieu of discipline, and USCIS issues a client notice the same day.

Proposed nationwide class action filed for clients who pursued VAWA, T-visa, or U-visa relief.

Suspended from practicing before USCIS, the immigration courts, and the BIA.

Luz Legal, formerly Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law and La Luz del Camino Legal, shuts down offices.

Deadline by which the former firm promised electronic case files to clients.

What to do now

What To Do If Lozano or Her Firm Represented You

This guidance is consistent with what immigration advocacy organizations are recommending. You do not need to hire us to take these steps — but we're here to help with any or all of them.

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Get a copy of your file

Get a copy of your file

Request your complete file from the former firm, and separately request a copy of what was actually filed with USCIS. Comparing the two matters.

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Update your address with USCIS

Update your address with USCIS

The former firm may still be listed as receiving your mail from USCIS. Update your address online or by filing Form AR-11 so notices come directly to you.

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Get an independent second opinion

Get an independent second opinion

Before you do anything else, have a licensed immigration attorney review what was actually filed and tell you, honestly, where your case stands.

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Do not withdraw anything on your own

Do not withdraw anything on your own

Withdrawing a petition without legal advice can carry serious risk. Talk to an attorney before submitting any withdrawal request to USCIS.

How we're different

An Independent Case Review — not a Lawsuit

To be clear about what this is and isn't: we are not running the litigation against Alexandra Lozano, and registering with us does not add you to any class action or lawsuit. If you're interested in pursuing financial compensation through the pending civil litigation, that process is being handled by a separate legal team, and case information is publicly available. What we offer is separate and immediate: a straightforward, honest review of your actual immigration case, and representation going forward if you want it.

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We handle the full range of immigration matters, including cases that need to be picked up, corrected, or re-filed after another attorney's involvement.
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VAWA, U-visa, and T-visa review

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Ritchie-Reiersen has represented clients across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho for decades. Our attorneys include:

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

We've grouped these by topic. If you don't see your question answered here, call us and ask directly — a case review covers this too.

About the Situation

Who is Alexandra Lozano and what happened?

She was a Washington-licensed immigration attorney who operated under the names Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law, La Luz del Camino Legal, and Luz Legal. Following lawsuits over how humanitarian immigration cases were handled, she resigned her law license on May 26, 2026, was later suspended from practicing before federal immigration authorities, and her firm has since closed.

What do the lawsuits actually allege?

A federal mass action and a separate proposed class action allege that baseless or fraudulent VAWA and T-visa petitions were filed, and that client signatures appeared on documents without clients' knowledge or consent. Lozano denies wrongdoing, and none of this has been proven in court.

Is Ritchie-Reiersen involved in these lawsuits, or affiliated with Lozano?

No, in either respect. We have no relationship with Alexandra Lozano, her former firm, or the attorneys handling the pending litigation. We are a separate, independent firm offering case reviews to anyone affected.

Do I need to be part of the lawsuit for you to help me?

No. Getting a case review or hiring us has nothing to do with whether you join any lawsuit. The two are entirely separate tracks — one is about your immigration status, the other is about seeking financial compensation.

Where can I find official information about the lawsuits?

See the News Coverage and Official Resources sections below for verified reporting and government/nonprofit guidance.

What To Do With Your Case

How do I get a copy of my immigration file?

Request it from the former firm directly, and separately request the version filed with USCIS through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. Having both lets a new attorney confirm they match.

What if the former firm doesn't respond to my request for my file?

You can file a complaint with the Washington State Attorney General's Office. We can also help you request records directly.

Should I withdraw my application or petition?

Not without legal advice first. If USCIS later finds fraud or a material misrepresentation, it can issue a Notice to Appear in immigration court even after a withdrawal, and in some cases this can lead to mandatory detention. Speak with an attorney before withdrawing anything.

How do I update my address with USCIS?

You can update it online through your USCIS account, or by mailing Form AR-11. VAWA, T-visa, and U-visa cases are routed to specific service centers depending on your receipt number — we'll confirm the correct address for your case during your review.

How would I know if fraud actually occurred in my case?

The clearest way is to compare what was actually submitted to USCIS against what you remember agreeing to. An attorney reviewing both documents can usually spot inconsistencies, including signatures or statements you didn't authorize.

What if my case involved a VAWA, U-visa, or T-visa petition specifically?

These are the categories most directly implicated in the pending lawsuits, so we prioritize reviewing them carefully — including whether the underlying facts presented to USCIS were accurate and whether you understood and agreed to what was filed.

I'm afraid that speaking up could hurt my immigration status. Is that a risk?

Getting a confidential case review does not put your status at risk. What can create risk is taking action — like withdrawing a petition — without first understanding the consequences, which is exactly what a review is meant to prevent.

Working With Us

Does a case review obligate me to hire you?

No. We'll tell you honestly whether we can help, what we'd do differently, and what it would cost — in writing — before you decide anything.

Do you provide services in Spanish?

Yes. Our team includes bilingual staff so you can discuss your case in the language you're most comfortable with, from the first call through every update after.

What areas do you serve?

We represent immigration clients throughout Washington State — including Seattle, Tacoma, Kent, Everett, Spokane, and the Tri-Cities — as well as clients in Oregon and Idaho.

What should I bring to my case review?

Anything you have: your file from the former firm, USCIS notices or receipt numbers, and a rough timeline of what you were told and when. If you don't have any of this yet, that's fine — we can help you request it.

Verified reporting

News Coverage of the Alexandra Lozano Situation

These are independent news reports, not our own statements, provided so you can read the underlying facts for yourself. We are not the source of, and are not quoted in, any of the coverage below.

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