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Patricia C. Wall-Santiago
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I'm an experienced Florida immigration lawyer. My practice is focused on U.S. family immigration and the legal issues that arise from it, including asylum, deportation / removal, visas, and citizenship & naturalization. Read More »
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Karina Arzumanova
Karina Arzumanova
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Karina Arzumanova Boca Raton Karina Arzumanova Practice areas: Immigration & International law The Law Offices of Karina Arzumanova, P.A. is a full-service immigration law firm. As a full-service immigration... Read More »
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Opal Phiona Lee
Opal Phiona Lee
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Florida Immigration Law Attorney with 13 years experience

Miss Opal P. Lee is admitted to practice law in Florida and the island of Jamaica (having offices in both jurisdictions). She founded FloJam Legal in 2006 and is one of the managing attorneys. Miss Lee earned a Juris... Read More »
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Sheri A Benchetrit
Sheri A Benchetrit
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Free Consultation! Dedicated & Experienced Immigration Law Representation!

I provide experienced and skilled immigration law counsel and representation. My practice is exclusively devoted to immigration and nationality law matters! Visit my website for more information, call for a consultation. Read More »
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Jacqueline Simpson Esq.
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Boynton Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 15 years experience
(561) 899-8184 1530 W. Boynton Beach Boulevard
Suite 4681
 Boynton Beach, FL 33424
Free ConsultationImmigration, Consumer, Divorce and Landlord Tenant
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Attorney Jacqueline Simpson has a Bachelors in Health Care Administration and a Graduate Certification in Geriatric Studies from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL. She was admitted to the Florida Bar in April 2004 after receiving her law degree. Since then, a large part of her litigation experience has been in the areas of Family Law, Bankruptcy Law, Consumer Law, Landlord/Tenant, Immigration, Medicaid Eligibility and Estate Planning matters.
Jacqueline Simpson
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Boynton Beach, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 15 years experience
(561) 899-8184 1375 Gateway Boulevard
 Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Free ConsultationImmigration, Bankruptcy and Divorce
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Attorney Jacqueline Simpson was admitted to the Florida Bar in April 2004 after receiving her law degree. Since then, a large part of her litigation experience has been in the areas of Family Law, Bankruptcy Law, Immigration, Medicaid Eligibility and Estate Planning matters.
James Tai
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Boynton Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer
(561) 736-3434 2755 S. Federal Highway
Suite 14
 Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Immigration, Business, Employment and International
St. Thomas University School of Law
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Alicia Dixon
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Boynton Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer
(561) 853-2214 2500 Quantum Lakes Drive
Suite 203
 Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Immigration, Divorce and Family
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Alicia Dixon, Esq. is a partner at Dixon & Odom Attorney at Law with a concentration in Family and Immigration law. Attorney Dixon was raised in Palm Beach county. As the daughter of Jamaican immigrants, she understands the personal needs of immigrants and their families in a unique manner.

Attorney Dixon is a graduate of Florida State University where she received her Bachelor and Law degree. In law school, Attorney Dixon worked in Rwanda alongside human rights attorneys and country leaders to improve the quality of life of genocide victims and their children. She fought aggressively for their legal rights in...
Mary Kathleen Clendining
Boynton Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 24 years experience
(561) 789-0699 1375 Gateway Blvd
 Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Immigration, Business, Divorce and Family
St. Thomas University School of Law
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Karina Arzumanova
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 8 years experience
(888) 950-0850 301 Yamato Rd
Suite 1240
 Boca Raton, FL 33431
Immigration
Nova Southeastern University
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Karina Arzumanova
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The Law Offices of Karina Arzumanova, P.A. is a full-service immigration law firm. As a full-service immigration attorney in Boca Raton, Florida, we help individuals obtain Visas, Green Cards, and Citizenship in the U.S. If you are a business and need to hire someone out of country or seek temporary labor certifications, we can secure the proper visas for your employees. We understand that each situation is unique, so we cater to our clients’ needs to develop effective legal strategies. Rapidly changing and complex, the law process can be daunting. We will strive...
Robert G. Whittel Esq.
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(561) 367-8777 3700 Airport Rd
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 Boca Raton, FL 33431
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Immigration, Employment, Family and Personal Injury
University of Cambridge and University of Florida Levin College of Law
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An experienced trial attorney, Robert Whittel provides his clients with strong, disciplined, results-oriented representation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy. Robert graduated from both law school and the United States Merchant Marine Academy with honors, and served on the esteemed Florida Law Review. Before co-founding Whittel & Melton, a full-service law firm, Robert gained valuable experience in the court room both serving as a former prosecutor and representing large corporations in complex litigation and transactional matters. Robert is devoted to fighting for his clients’ rights. He handles all types of criminal...
Richard Llerena
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 13 years experience
(561) 247-1539 2393 S Congress Ave.
Suite 220B
 West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Immigration, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of Florida
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Attorney Richard Llerena has practiced law with integrity, taking on cases and causes he deemed worthy,and most importantly, utilizing his background,heritage, and skills as a fluent Spanish writer and speaker to give a voice to the growing Latino community in Palm Beach County. A lifelong South Floridian, Mr. Llerena graduated cum laude from the University of Miami in 2002 with a major in political science, was the recipient of the University of Miami Book Award, the Pi Sigma Alpha Award for Excellence in the field of political science. During his undergraduate years, he was also a member of the Phi...
Nadine Heitz
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Lake Worth, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 4 years experience
(844) 224-0139 32 South J Street
 Lake Worth, FL 33460
Immigration
Northwestern California University School of Law
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Nadine Heitz has a passion to help her clients through an often difficult and emotionally turbulent process. Having been through the U.S. Immigration experience herself, Nadine understands how challenging it can be. Before embarking on a legal career, Nadine Heitz lived in Toronto, Canada where she enjoyed a successful career in Marketing. Upon arriving in Florida, Nadine gained valuable experience managing a high volume immigration law practice for five years. Nadine understands how important the immigration process is to you, your relatives, your loved ones, your employer, and anyone else who may be impacted by the outcome of your...
Gina M Fraga
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Lake Worth, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 12 years experience
(561) 318-3882 530 N. Federal Hwy
 Lake Worth, FL 33460
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Mrs. Fraga is a Managing Partner at Acosta & Fraga Law, PLLC a boutique Immigration and Nationality Law practice in South Florida with offices in Lake Worth, Florida and Puerto Rico. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida by the Florida Supreme Court and is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Southern District Court of Florida. In addition, she is authorized to practice Immigration Law in the United States and its territories within the jurisdiction of the Federal Government. As she has devoted her career to only practice in the Immigration Law sector she has...
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Nishan C. Mahendran
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Florida Immigration Law Lawyer with 21 years experience

University of Miami School of LawFlorida, US District Court, Southern District of Florida, 11th Circuit and US District Court, Middle District of Florida
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Daniela Dwyer
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Lake Worth, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 16 years experience
(561) 582-3921 Migrant Farmworker Justice Project
508 Lucerne
 Lake Worth, FL 33460
Immigration and Employment
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Ralph Behr
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 42 years experience
(561) 717-3000 2151 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd.
Suite 100
 Boca Raton, FL 33431
Free ConsultationImmigration, Domestic Violence, Securities and White Collar Crime
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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Attorney Ralph Behr has been a prominent criminal trial attorney in Florida for over 30 years. His practice is 100% criminal trials, both Federal and State. Attorney Behr is the Chairman of the Criminal Law Committee of the South Palm Beach County Bar Association. Call if you have a criminal issue, have an immigration matter with criminal aspects, or want a consultation with Attorney Behr. Practicing in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and New York, most of my work is cases of complexity and challenge. Your freedom is mine to protect! I have over thirty...
Cheryl Fletcher
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 3 years experience
(561) 507-5772 5725 Corporate Way
Suite 206
 West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Immigration, Divorce and Family
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
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I am Cheryl Fletcher, and I started my law firm to serve people and protect their rights. When faced with a legal issue, many people feel overwhelmed because they do not fully understand their rights and how to protect them. I provide a clear head, exceptional research skills, and complete preparedness to help you through these difficult times.

I started my career as a legal researcher at one of the largest universities in Florida. I have also worked in different law firms, writing legal briefs, drafting motions, affidavits and legal memorandums, creating case plans, conducting depositions, and representing people before the...
Linda Liang
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 9 years experience
(877) 657-5407 2255 Glades Road
 Boca Raton, FL 33431
Free ConsultationImmigration, Arbitration & Mediation, International and Trademarks
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Attorney Linda Liang was licensed to practice law in US and in China. Attorney Liang earned her Bachelor Degree from Huazhong University of China. Attorney Liang also received her MBA degree from Utah State University. Prior to joining the firm, Attorney Liang worked for several international companies. Attorney Liang was in charge of both legal affairs and business development, In addition, she also practiced with a local Shanghai law firm in the field of corporation and transaction laws. Attorney Liang's major fields of practice include all aspect of immigration such as removal, Labor Certification, National Interest Waiver,...
Courtney Roderick Soria
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 8 years experience
(561) 318-3600 1300 N. Federal Highway
Suite 208
 Boca Raton, FL 33432
Immigration and Estate Planning
Florida A&M University College of Law
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Courtney Soria, a Florida native, is the managing partner of Soria Law. She has practiced immigration law and estate planning for over seven years. She received her Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from the Florida A&M College of Law, after receiving her Bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida. In law school, Courtney Soria was a member of law review and moot court, and also received two book awards in Florida Practice and Professional Responsibility. During a summer abroad with Gonzaga Law School, Courtney Soria discovered a passion for estate planning while taking an elder law...
Luis A. Guerra
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Attorney
(516) 328-1190 2255 Glades Rd
Suite 324A
 Boca Raton, FL 33431
Immigration
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University, University of Notre Dame Law School and Georgia State University College of Law
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Immigration issues can be extremely difficult and it is important to find an attorney who can understand the challenges you face when dealing with these issues. Guerra Saenz, PL is home to a Fort Lauderdale immigration attorney who can relate to your situation and has the capability to fight for your rights. This firm's lead attorney, Luis A. Guerra, is an immigrant from Peru who overcame many obstacles and went through the entire grueling process of obtaining a green card, establishing permanent resident status, and finally gaining full citizenship. His personal experience gives him the knowledge and skill needed to...
Stephen Thomas Allen
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Coral Springs, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 5 years experience
(954) 866-9339 7837 W Sample Rd
Suite 110
 Coral Springs, FL 33065
Free ConsultationImmigration, Appeals, Civil Rights and Family
University of Miami School of Law
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I graduated from the University of Miami School of Law in December 2013. I then took the Florida Bar Exam in February 2014, and I have been practicing law ever since my April 2014 admission to the Florida Bar.

I have learned how to use my legal knowledge in order to generate a fair result in my cases. Immigration law is one of the most pressing civil rights concerns of our time period. Frequently, fair results do require fights.

I am not afraid of fighting hard for my clients before Government...
Xiomara L. Cruz
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Coral Springs, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 15 years experience
(954) 755-6647 9900 W. Sample Rd.
Suite 300
 Coral Springs, FL 33065
Free ConsultationImmigration, Landlord Tenant, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
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I work in a boutique law firm and provide one to one legal services to the clients.
Mario German
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 26 years experience
(561) 417-4993 55 NE 5th Ave.
Suite 400
 Boca Raton, FL 33432
Immigration, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Probate
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Hi, I’m Mario German, proud owner of Mario D. German Law Center.

Today I look forward to sharing my story. I hope that you will enjoy getting to know me better.

The part of my work which I find most enjoyable is coming up with solutions to my clients’ legal matters. I’m in business because I like helping people with their legal issues.

I grew up and went to school in Long Island, New York.

I Also speak Spanish
Jayne Bouchfaa
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 6 years experience
801 NorthPoint Pkwy Suite 116
 West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Free ConsultationImmigration
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The Immigration Law Office of Jayne Bouchfaa, located in South Florida, is a law firm that focuses exclusively on Immigration and Nationality law and consular processing in the United States and abroad. It provides legal immigration assistance to individuals and their families as well as businesses and investors. We proudly provide immigration services to the following South Florida counties: St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach, Okeechobee, Indian River, Broward, and Miami-Dade.
Sarah Rama
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 13 years experience
(561) 744-2611 777 Flagler Drive
 West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Immigration
Suffolk University Law School and New England Law | Boston
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Attorney Sarah S. Rama is a legal practitioner and the solo immigration practitioner of Sarah S. Rama, ESQ, LL.M. She has developed an innovative and unique immigration practice representing niche clients in the sports, sports management, entertainment and business industries. With a strong focus on representing professional athletes, amateur athletes, Major League Baseball franchises, musicians, music groups, agents, businesses and entrepreneurs worldwide. Attorney Rama has worked diligently to win landmark visa approvals. By expertly navigating the complexities of consular processing, Attorney Rama has changed the landscape of immigration for Major League Baseball players, the families of Cuban baseball players...
Ms. Shilpa Malik
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer
(877) 811-3541 301 Clematis Street
Suite 3000
 West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Free ConsultationImmigration
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SGM Law Group PLLC is a full-service Immigration Firm representing clients in all areas of US Immigration, with a special focus on Employment, Investor (E-1, E-2), Work Visas (H-1B, L-1) and Marriage based Green Card cases. We strive to provide our clients with the latest and the most appropriate immigration strategies. Because US immigration laws are federal in nature, the SGM Law Group is able to provide legal services to clients located in all 50 states. We are dedicated to the practice of US Immigration Law exclusively. Staying abreast of the ever-changing U.S. immigration laws, we assist individuals and businesses...
John Joseph O'Brien
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Deerfield Beach, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 30 years experience
(954) 782-9066 1761 W Hillsboro Blvd
Suite 205
 Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Immigration, Bankruptcy and Criminal
New England Law | Boston
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Sheena A. Benjamin-Wise
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Pompano Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 17 years experience
(954) 783-9737 2335 E. Atlantic Blvd.
Suite 406
 Pompano Beach, FL 33062
Immigration, Divorce and Family
Nova Southeastern University
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Mitchell Douglas Adler
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BOCA RATON, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 34 years experience
(561) 372-2390 7000 W. PALMETTO PARK RD.
SUITE 210
 BOCA RATON, FL 33433
Immigration and Business
New York Law School
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EXPERIENCED AND SEASONED ATTORNEY WITH SUBSTANTIAL EXPERENCE IN COMMERCIAL, BUSINESS, AND REAL ESTATE LITIGATION. FAMILY BASED IMMIGRATION, FAMILY PETITIONS, WAIVERS, GREEN CARDS & VISAS, NATURALIZATION AND CITIZENSHIP
Maurice Arcadier
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 22 years experience
(800) 411-4023 1515 S. Federal Highway, suite 404
 Boca Raton, FL 33432
Immigration, Bankruptcy, Business and Employment
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Michael Elon Zaidel
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Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 15 years experience
(866) 940-5262 433 Plaza Real
Suite 275
 Boca Raton, FL 33432
Immigration
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
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Melissa G. Dacunha
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Pompano Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 14 years experience
(954) 785-9280 750 East Sample Road. Bldg 3, Suite 222
 Pompano Beach, FL 33064
Immigration, Business, Consumer and Family
Georgia State University College of Law
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Cory Carsan Strolla
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 21 years experience
(561) 802-8987 2247 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd
 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Immigration, Business, Civil Rights and International
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Myladis Marzan-Santiago
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Attorney
(561) 594-7768 500 South Australian Avenue, Suite 651
 West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Immigration
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Rogell Levers
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West Palm Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer
(561) 721-6200 2930 Okeechobee Blvd, Ste 210
 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Immigration
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Richard Valdes
Lake Worth, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 14 years experience
(561) 965-6550 2328 10th Ave N
 Lake Worth, FL 33461
Immigration, Business, Criminal and Workers' Comp
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
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Stella Suarez Rita
Lake Worth, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 16 years experience
(561) 629-8191 2513 Henrietta Ct
 Lake Worth, FL 33462
Immigration, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
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Karen Andr
Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 13 years experience
(561) 210-7155 5301 N Federal Hwy
 Boca Raton, FL 33487
Immigration and Business
University of Miami School of Law
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Steven Garellek
Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 34 years experience
(561) 391-3344 2650 N Military Trail
 Boca Raton, FL 33431
Immigration, Business, Estate Planning and International
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Steven Gary Miller
Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 35 years experience
(561) 367-7785 4800 N Federal Hwy
 Boca Raton, FL 33431
Immigration, Employment, Family and International
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
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Wayne Mitchell Levine
Lake Worth, FL Immigration Law Attorney with 36 years experience
(561) 582-8077 2328 10th Ave N
 Lake Worth, FL 33461
Immigration
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Tricia Simone McDermott
Delray Beach, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(202) 661-7653 4770 N Citation Dr
 Delray Beach, FL 33445
Immigration and International
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Carlos Allenby Bodden
Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 23 years experience
(561) 995-1966 7171 N Federal Hwy
 Boca Raton, FL 33487
Immigration, Consumer and Personal Injury
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Richard Arpad Hujber
Boca Raton, FL Immigration Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(561) 417-8472 980 N Federal Hwy
 Boca Raton, FL 33432
Immigration, Business, Divorce and Family
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly the Immigration and Naturalization Service) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement are components of the Department of Homeland Security and handle the processing, enforcement, and adjudication of U.S. immigration matters. U.S. immigration laws treat persons as either citizens or aliens. The law classifies aliens according to immigration status, with each group afforded different rights and obligations, such as the right to reside in the United States, the right to sponsor relatives, and the right to work in the United States. Aliens may be lawful permanent residents (i.e., green card holders), immigrant visa holders, temporary lawful visitors, or undocumented persons.

Immigration lawyers represent persons seeking visas or green cards, which allow them to enter or remain in the United States. Two common types of visas are employment-based visas and family-based visas. Employment-based visas grant a non-U.S. citizen the right to work in the United States. Spouses and children may sometimes accompany employment-based immigrants. Family-based visas confer lawful permanent resident status to a foreign national based on an immediate relationship to a U.S. citizen.

Immigration attorneys also handle deportation/removal, naturalization (citizenship) and asylum matters. Because immigration proceedings are often complex, an immigration attorney is invaluable to those dealing with immigration issues.

Deportation/removal: The formal removal of an alien from the United States when the alien has been found removable for violating the immigration laws. Removal (formerly called deportation) is ordered by an immigration judge without any punishment being imposed or contemplated.

Lawful permanent resident: Any person not a citizen of the United States who is residing in the U.S. under legally recognized and lawfully recorded permanent residence as an immigrant.

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