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David F. Vedder

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  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • Licensed for 41 years
David F. Vedder
David F. Vedder
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About David

David F. Vedder, Esq., is a Board Certified specialist in immigration and nationality law, one of a select group of lawyers recognized for their expertise by the Florida Bar. Licensed to practice since 1978, he has more than 35 years of experience in all aspects of U.S. immigration law.

Among numerous honors, Mr. Vedder has been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers since 2007. Mr. Vedder was awarded the Excellence in Practice of Immigration Law by the American Immigration Lawyers Association in 2009.

He has also earned an AV Preeminent* rating under Martindale-Hubbell's peer review system. He is frequently invited to speak on immigration issues before prestigious legal and professional associations.

Practice areas

Immigration
  1. Immigration: 100%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

1651 N. Clyde Morris Blvd.
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David F. Vedder, P.A.

1651 N. Clyde Morris Blvd.
Suite 2
Daytona Beach, FL, 32117

Office (386) 968-8880
Fax (386) 274-7577

Website

https://www.theimmigrationfirm.us

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing197809/09/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
American RegistryAmerica's Most Honored Professionals2015
AV-Preeminent RatedMarindale-Hubbell2015
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2015
America's Most Honored ProfessionalsAmerican Registry2014
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2014
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2013
Peers in the Legal CommunityTop Attorneys in Florida2013
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2013
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2012
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2012
Peers in the Legal CommunityTop Attorneys in Florida2012
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2011
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2011
Top Attorneys in FloridaPeers in the Legal Community2011
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2010
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2010
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2009
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2009
AV Peer Review RatingMartindale-Hubbell2008
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2008
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2007
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Central Florida ChapterBoard of Directors2000 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember1980 - Present
Volusia County Bar FoundationBoard of DirectorsN/A
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationTreasurer2002 - 2005
Volusia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersTreasurer1990 - 1998
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Central Florida ChapterPast President1987 - 1988
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor1978
University of FloridaBA - Bachelor of Arts1974
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationNon-immigrant transferee visas2014
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationIns and Outs of Consular Visa Processing2014
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationLiaison obo AILA and EOIR/ORL2013
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationLiaison obo AILA and EOIR/ORL2012
Jacksonville Bar AssociationNaturalization2009
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationImmigration Court2008
Immigration in the WorkforceImmigration in the Workforce2006
Business Immigration Law SeminarBusiness Immigration Law Seminar2001
Immigration Reform ActImmigration Reform Act2000
American Immigration Lawyers Association SeminarConsular Processing1999
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Bigby v. INS, 21 F .3d 1059Matter ordered remanded to the BIA for failure to honor respondent’s Fifth Amendment right to remain silent in deportation proceedings.
Boston-Bollers v. INS, 106 F .3rd 352The Anti-terrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act removed all judicial review from final orders of deportation against aliens who have committed certain criminal offenses
Matter of Ognibene, 18 I &N Dec. 425In the case of dual national nonimmigrant, the nationality established at time of entry into the United States is sole or operative nationally for duration of stay

Reviews

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Excellent Service

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Our case involved a lot of work with gathering information about my husband's journey here. Mr. Vedder and his team were amazing! They were knowledgeable about the immigration process and kept us in the loop at all times. We always left their office feeling confident and secure in our decision on choosing them as a lawyer! They provided a positive atmosphere when we would meet with them, which helped my husband and I feel more at ease about our case. If we had to go through this process again, we would go through Mr. Vedder and his team. I would recommend him to other people with 100% confidence that they would receive the same experience that we did.

Best Immigration Lawyer

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I would like to take a minute and tell everyone who has a very complicated immigration matter that, not only they should not go it alone, but they need to hire the best Lawyer out there, a Board Certified Immigration Lawyer and an Expert in the Immigration Law such is Mr. David F. Vedder. My very complicated case was won thanks to the hard work and expertise on this field by the Law firm of David F.Vedder. After dealing with three other Lawyers, we were finally lucky to find this Lawyer who knows all there is in the immigration field. My status was adjusted to a LPR and I cannot find the words to describe how happy we are. Folks when you are faced with any kind of Immigration matter, think David F. Vedder (D.F.V.) (Dedicated. Flawless. Victorious.)
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Gabrielly Valenzano, Immigration Attorney on Jul 18, 2017
Relationship: Other

Mr. Vedder does not only help the immigrant community, but he is also willing to take the time to discuss complicated immigration matters and offer valuable insight and guidance to fellow colleagues. Mr. Vedder's experience and knowledge are truly valuable and an asset to anyone who seeks his assistance. I endorse this lawyer.

Florina Apostol, Immigration Attorney on Mar 23, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Attorney Vedder enjoys an excellent reputation among my fellow immigration lawyers for his knowledge, ability, competency and professionalism. It is with my true pleasure to endorse attorney Vedder.

Silvia Manzanero, Immigration Attorney on Jan 29, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

David F. Vedder’s mastery of immigration law places him among a distinguished group of immigration attorneys. Attorney Vedder is also a generous mentor in the legal profession. I have worked with him for years and have benefited both from his legal insight and professional mentorship.

Gisselle Martinez, Immigration Attorney on Oct 1, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer.

Stephen Davis, Immigration Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have known David for over 25 years as a colleague and close friend. I have the highest regard and respect for him as an immigration lawyer and advocate. I consider him to be one of the best immigration lawyers in Florida. He is highly regarded by fellow immigration lawyers throughout the state. I have consulted with him on complex immigration issues. His analytical abilities and strategy are top notch. He gets the case work out very quickly. He is a considerate and conscientious person and practitioner.

Gregory Wagner, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.I have reffered many clients to Mr Vedder who have had trouble with the law ;some of whom have been convicted of crimes and he was able to keep them in the US.He is vey hardworking and really cares about his clients.He know immigratation law inside and out !

Daniel Ross, Immigration Attorney on Oct 8, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer.

Aaron Delgado, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 14, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr Vedder handled my family member's immigration case - to me, what better endorsement is there then that! Mr Vedder has an impressive practice built on a nationally recognized expertise in the field. Mr Vedder limits his practice to immigration and truely has mastered it - there are too many lawyers who dabble in this field - many to their clients detriment. If you need help with a complicated immigration matter or a straightforward visa, call Dave Vedder! Do not put your future in the hands of someone who doesn't do this type of law all day every day!

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