At the Law Office of Ral Obioha, PLLC, in Houston, Texas we take a hands-on approach to managing your immigration case. We are passionately focused on individuals and families, especially those seeking US immigration services. With us, you won’t be treated as just another immigration status or a case number. You will get to know our immigration attorneys, as we get to know you. We offer a comprehensive range of US citizenship and immigration services backed by our vast experience. We are open, communicative, thorough, and invested in the positive outcome of your immigration process. Our team is multi-lingual and many of us have personal experiences with the types of cases we handle. We understand how you feel and genuinely enjoy navigating the legal process with you.
Ms. Ral Obioha is a Board Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law, an elite distinction held by less than 1% of all licensed attorneys in Texas. As the founder and Principal Attorney of the Law Office of Ral Obioha, PLLC, she leverages nearly 15 years of high-stakes legal experience to provide sophisticated, strategy-driven solutions for clients worldwide that span the full breadth of the field. From advising corporate leaders and researchers to protecting survivors and reuniting families, she combines the precision of a litigator with the insight of a Board Certified specialist to navigate today’s complex legal landscape
Ms. Obioha’s legal pedigree is marked by exceptional academic achievement. During her tenure at Howard University, Ms. Obioha was a Merit Scholarship recipient and earned multiple CALI Awards for Academic Excellence. She refined her courtroom skills as a Student Attorney in the Fair Housing Clinic and gained international acclaim at the D.M. Harish International Moot Court Competition in Mumbai, India, where her team received the Best Advocates Award.
Before establishing her own firm, Ms. Obioha honed her litigation skills at a prestigious boutique firm in Washington, D.C., and later at one of the largest plaintiff’s personal injury firms in Texas. This diverse background allows her to approach every matter with a focus on accountability, transparency, and the highest professional designation of advocacy available in the specialty of immigration law.
Ms. Obioha also serves as the Executive Director of the Civil Resource Development and Documentation Center, an NGO established in 1996 to protect and promote human rights and gender equality in Nigeria and beyond. Ms. Obioha also volunteers with Houston Volunteer Lawyers, Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative, BakerRipley, and Memorial Assistance Ministries. Ms. Obioha also periodically guest lectures at colleges and universities. Outside work, Ms. Obioha enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, and fine dining.
Rebecca Ramirez was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Arts in History in 2018. There, she was a part of the Honors College and earned a minor in Law, Values, and Policy. As a child of Mexican immigrants, Rebecca has witnessed the battle her parents went through to achieve legal status in the United States. Their journey has encouraged her to help others in similar situations. She joined the Law Office of Ral Obioha Law, PLLC in 2018 as a Legal Assistant. When she’s not at work, Rebecca enjoys spending time with her loved ones, photography, digital archiving, and consuming digital media. Rebecca is also fluent in Spanish.
Dera Nwankwo was born in Nigeria. She graduated from Eastern Mennonite University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2017.  She earned two minors in Psychology and Humanitarian action. There, she served as the President of the Black Student Union, Senator of the Student Government Association, and also played volleyball. As a naturalized U.S. citizen and a beneficiary of family immigration, Dera has both personal and professional experience with the rigors of U.S. immigration. She understands the importance of family unity and is incredibly passionate about helping others achieve the same. With years of experience working at various law firms, Dera joined the Law Office of Ral Obioha, PLLC in 2016. In her downtime, Dera enjoys spending time with family, playing volleyball, and learning about online trading. Dera is also fluent in Igbo.
Paola Lopez was born in Mexico and immigrated to the United States as a child. Houston, Texas has been her home ever since. She graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and with a minor in Law, Values, and Policy in 2022. As a first-generation immigrant, Paola has witnessed first-hand the adversity that individuals face when assimilating into a new country. Her journey through life as a Latina and an immigrant has inspired her to work closely with those that share in her mission to protect the rights of minorities and immigrants. She joined Ral Obioha Law, PLLC as Legal Assistant in 2020. In her spare time, Paola enjoys reading good books, volunteering, spending quality time with friends and family, watching sports, and shopping. Paola is also fluent in Spanish and Italian.

Stephanie is born and raised in Houston, Texas. She graduated from San Jacinto College with an Associate of Science in Natural Science in 2023. There, she was part of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. She comes from a Mexican family that immigrated to the United States. Although it was not easy, her parents were able to obtain legal status. Through her life story, hard work and dedication, she wants to help those in similar situations. Her ultimate goal is to help others in as many ways as possible. She joined the Law Office of Ral Obioha Law, PLLC in 2024 as a legal assistant. In her free time, Stephanie likes to spend family time, go shopping and explore the nature. Stephanie is also fluent in Spanish.
Pamela is born and raised in Houston, Texas. She earned an Associate of Arts in Political Science from Lone Star College in 2025. Coming from a household of Salvadorian immigrant parents, Pamela witnessed firsthand the challenges, sacrifices, and hope that come with pursuing legal status in the United States. That experience shaped her deep appreciation for the importance of immigration law and inspires her commitment to helping individuals and families feel supported throughout their legal journey.
In her free time, Pamela enjoys working out and reading. She is also fluent in Spanish.
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