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Richard Henry Maney
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Richard Henry Maney Senior Partner
As the founder and managing attorney of Maney Gordon Zeller, P. A., Richard has been practicing in the area of U.S. Immigration and Naturalization law for over 41 years.
He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Florida in 1972. In 1974, he received his Juris Doctor from the University of Florida College of Law. Mr. Maney is a member of the Florida Bar Association and is Board Certified in the area of Immigration and Naturalization Law. He is also a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association and the Florida Academy of Trial Lawyers. He also serves as a mentor for other attorneys through the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
He has previously served as vice chairman and chairman of the Tampa Bay International Trade Council and is a former member of the Inter-American Bar Association and Leadership Tampa. Richard Maney is admitted to practice before the Florida Supreme Court, United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, and the United States Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits.
In 1983, Richard Maney authored the U.S. Immigration Law Investor and Business Visa Guide, which has been distributed worldwide through the commercial section of the U. S. Consulates abroad. He has also published the Amnesty Guide (1987); the Treaty Investor Visa Guide 1989); the Student Visa Guide (1992); and The Visa Guide (1995) (2000 2nd Edition). He is also a contributing author to the Florida Bar CLE, Immigration Law and Practice in Florida (1987).
Richard Maney has served as an adjunct instructor for Hillsborough Community College. He has also acted as host to the local legal television show Cross Exam. He is founder and president of Community Action Project, Incorporated-Reading is Fundamental (RIF) of Hillsborough County. This program has furnished more than 1.4 million free books to elementary school children in the Tampa Bay area.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Defective and Dangerous Products
20%
Immigration
20%
51 years
Litigation
20%
Personal Injury
20%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 50 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
Maney & Gordon, P.A.
(813) 223-5920
Fax
101 E. Kennedy Blvd, Suite 3170, Tampa, FL, 33602
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Richard Henry Maney's Reviews
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Posted by E.Selvi | October 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank you Mr. Maney, Mr. Zeller and your team
I would like to thank Mr. Maney, Mr. Zeller and their entire team for their great efforts to complete my mom's long and complicated case with success. Everybody did an outstanding job from start to finish, especially Mrs. Angela went above and beyond during and after the interview process. Thank you...
Posted by Ahmad Al Rfai | March 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank You So Much For All Your Hard Work!
My story with immigration been over 6 years with so many lawyers they asked me to live United States!!!. Daniela Hogue and Paula Brandon did what So many lawyers Couldn't do so BLESSED! THANK YOU THANK YOU
Posted by Suk Ha | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank you so much for your professional work!!!
I was very lucky to meet this truly sincere and professional immigration attorney Mr. Maney for my visa process. As far as I know, my H-3(training) visa is one of the toughest visa to get, especially "in time". When I had my internship approved, I had to come to the States in 4 months; which means I ...
Posted by Juan | May 12, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excelente
Yo entre con una visa de tránsito (para un tercer país ) y dicha visa no calificaba para hacer un ajuste, yo fui a 4 abogados y todo me dieron la misma noticia que no podía cambiar mi estatus pero no me di por vencido y visite la oficina de este señor Gordon o Richard y con mucha convincente y domini...
Posted by Luis | June 17, 2015
Citizenship process
Maney & Gordon handled my Citizenship back in 2012, and everything went swimmingly. They sent me a letter and instructions when I had to get my fingerprints taken, and I had a meeting with Mr. Zeller well ahead of my interview so that I could be ready for it. The interview went great and M&G did ever...
Richard Henry Maney's Lawyer Endorsements
"Richard Maney has been my law partner for almost 25 years. It has been my honor and privilege to work beside him. He is not only an outstanding and brilliant attorney, but he is also one of the most inspiring and compassionate individuals you will ever meet. He is top of his field in immigration law, and I could not recommend him enough. I am truly blessed to have worked with such a genteel, intelligent, kind, and passionate attorney."
"I have worked with Richard for almost a decade, and he is an outstanding employer and attorney. He genuinely cares about the wellbeing of every single one of his clients, and he uses his 40 years of knowledge of immigration law to help our clients achieve their dreams and goals. I have watched as Richard has helped many clients in achieving success after they have been wronged and misled by other immigration attorneys. I am honored to work for him."
"Richard Maney is one of the best immigration attorneys in Florida, and probably the entire Southeast United States. 40 years of experience is a triumph in itself. He is a leader in the immigration field and is dedicated to his clients. I cannot say enough about Richard. I, like many seasoned attorneys, look to him for inspiration because he is so earnestly passionate about his cases and clients."
"Richard is incredibly intelligent and treats every client as an individual. He understands the important nature of what he does and takes his life's work with the utmost sincerity. I highly recommend Richard. He is brilliant and he gets results."
"It gives me a great pleasure to endorse Richard Maney. He is an outstanding and dedicated immigration attorney, fully respected by all of his peers for his genuine integrity, his sharp intellect, and deep knowledge on even the most complicated cases. What will strike you first about Richard is his compassionate, kind, and devoted attitude towards everyone he meets. I would recommend him to my family and loved ones with pride."
"Attorney Maney is a well known and well respected attorney in the region. I highly recommend him as an attorney, expert witness, and trial litigator. He is a thorough, honest, and diligent advocate for his clients."
"Attorney Richard Maney is a dedicated and passionate advocate for his clients. In addition to being an authority in the area of immigration law he brings a unique and personal touch in the representation of his clients. I recommend and endorse Richard with full confidence. He is a credit to our profession."
"Richard is one of the premier immigration attorneys in Florida."
"I endorse this lawyer with all my heart. Richard Maney is an not only an outstanding advocate in the field of immigration law, but he is also an expert in all immigration issues. He has been a leader in the immigration field for over 30 years and is extremely well-respected in the legal community. He treats every individual with curtesy, dignity, and respect. I am honored to know Richard Maney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Maney is extremely compassionate about helping his clients overcome their immigration related issues. He embrace and understand cultural differences. This unique ability enable Mr. Maney to serve his clients to the fullest."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent immigration attorney."
"Rick is one of the most kind hearted individuals I've ever met. He was a great mentor to me when I lived in Tampa, FL. He's a brilliant attorney who will fight zealously for his clients. In my opinion, he's one of the best immigration attorney out there. I certainly miss having Rick close by."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Rated Lawyers, Top Lawyers of Tampa
2012
AV Rating 25 Years, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
America's Most Honored Professionals Top 10%, American Registry
2011
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1997
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
1990
Board Certified - Immigration and Naturality Law, Florida Bar
1987
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Volunteer Attorney, Beth EL Mission
1982 - Present
Founder, Reading Is Fundamental Hillsborough County
1977 - Present
President and Founding Partner, Maney & Gordon, PA
1900 - Present
Senior Partner, Maney Gordon Zeller, P.A.
1980 - 1985
Adjunct Professor - Law, Hillsborough Community College
1977 - 1982
Assistant Public Defender - Felony Division, Hillsborough County Public Defender
1975 - 1977
Associate Attorney, Billy R. Barr
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigrant AlliancePresident
1997 - Present
Society for Human Resource ManagementMember
1982 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMentor
1978 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1976 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Tax Law SectionMember
2001 - 2002
Tampa Bay Toast MastersPresident
2000 - 2003
Tampa Bay Toast MastersMember
1982 - 1985
Tampa Bay International Trade CouncilChairman
1979 - 1999
Florida Academy of Trial LawyersMember
1979 - 2013
Community Action Project, Inc.President
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re: Le Corbret
Appeal Affirmed
In Re: Lusurit
Appeal Affirmed
Education
1974
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1972
University of Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
1972
University of Florida
BSBA
Speaking Engagements
2015
University of South Florida
Student to Green Card
2014
University of Tampa
From Student to Resident
2013
Sterling Education Systems
Effective Immigration Compliance for Business
2011
Florida HR Conference 2011
Strategic Immigration Planning
2010
USF Civil Rights Conference
The Civil Right of Immigrants
2010
HR Florida 2010
Immigration Alternatives
2009
HR Tampa Annual Conference
Immigration Strategies
2009
HR Florida Annual Conference
Strategic Immigration Planning
2008
Hillsborough County Bar Association
Immigration Alternatives & Strategies
2005
Sterling Immigration Law Seminar
Competitive Advantages for Businesses
2003
Olive Garden Restaurants Private Presentation
Immigration Solutions
2002
Darden Restaurants Private Presentation
Increasing International Diversity
2002
Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education
Immigration Horizons
2000
SHRM International Conference
Immigration Planning for HR
Publications
2008
United States Immigration Visa Guide
Wrote and Published Entire Publication
1995
The Visa Guide
Wrote Entire Publication
1992
Student Visa Guide
Student Visa Guide
1989
Treaty Investor Visa Guide
Wrote Entire Publication
1987
Amnesty Guide
Wrote and Published Entire Publication
1987
Florida Bar CLE, Immigration Law and Practice in Florida
Other Considerations in Immigration
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers