I spent fifteen years working in the Food and Beverage industry, in the US, Spain and in France. In Spain I worked in various restaurants- as an apprentice chef in ARZAK in San Sebastian, a general manager in Seville, as an Owner/operator in Irun and as the dessert maker at La Masia del Vino in Valencia. In France I was part of the opening team at EuroDisney- being the General Manager for the Park Side Diner in the Hotel New York. After fifteen years, I was ready for a change- I went into outside sales and management of a light industrial temporary help company. Most of my employees came from diverse backgrounds, with the majority being from other countries. One day as I was driving to work, the light bulb went off and I realized I needed to be an immigration attorney.
I took the LSAT, attended Florida Coastal and started working for David Fletcher, PA. There, I handled the business cases- bringing foriegn investors to the US and helping foriegn exchange students develop long term strategies to stay here. I also worked on family sponsorships- reuniting families and helping people successfully bring and/or keep their spouses here. And finally I was able to prepare and defend asylum and deportation cases as well as appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and the 11th Circuit. A couple of my successful BIA appeals included a case involving membership in a particular social group involving international sex trafficking and another one dealing with Albanian political asylum.
I recently decided to go to the next level and start my own practice- that of Rebecca C. Black Immigration. I am excited about the new challenges that I will be meeting.
Practice areas
I have a varied practice- including business cases- immigrant and non immigrant and investor visas, as well as family sponsorship, asylum and deportation ones. I also handle appeals to the Board of immigration Appeals as well as the 11th Circuit.
15 years
Languages spoken
French, Spanish
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| FL | Member in Good Standing | 2006 | 10/11/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Professor: Co-Taught Intercession Class | Florida Coastal School of Law | 2011 - 2011 |
| Associate | David R. Fletcher, P.A. | 2006 - 2012 |
| Student Legal Assistant | David R. Fletcher, P.A. | 2004 - 2006 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Bar | N/A | 2006 - Present |
| Hispanic Bar Association | N/A | 2006 - Present |
| Jacksonville Bar Association | N/A | 2006 - Present |
| Hispanic Chamber of Commerce | N/A | 2006 - Present |
| American Immigration Lawyers Association | N/A | 2006 - Present |
| Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association | N/A | 2006 - Present |
|---|
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant and Lodging | Are-You-I-9-Compliant? | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Coastal School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 2006 |
| Marymount University | MBA | 1990 |
| The University of Virginia | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1980 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Alternative Immigration Strategies for International Students | Alternative Immigration Strategies for International Students | 2009 |
| Business and Employment Visas | Business and Employment Visas | 2009 |
| Florida Coastal Alumni Association | Immigration Issues for Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2008 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| EB1 Exceptional Alien Dancer | Approved |
| EB1 Outstanding Professor or Researcher | Approved |
| EB2 Alien with a U.S. Advanced Degree | Approved |
| Gjon Doe v. US | Case remanded to IJ for favorable adjudication |
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Samuel Ronquillo, Immigration Attorney on Mar 16, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca Black taught me everything I know about Immigration Law and I am incredibly grateful for her guidance. She is an excellent immigration attorney.
Glorian Maziarka, Immigration Attorney on Sep 23, 2015
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Love collaborating with Ms. Black. Best in Jacksonville for Immigration!
I endorse this lawyer.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Immigration Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Immigration Attorney on May 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Andrew Morgan, Immigration Attorney on Jul 10, 2013
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Rebecca is a great lawyer who cares about her clients. When I have tough immigration issue she is the first person I call
Lena Korial-Yonan, Immigration Attorney on Jun 5, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. She is knowledge in federal immigration appeals cases and that she is detailed in her work.
I endorse this lawyer.
Rachel Lyne, Immigration Attorney on Apr 19, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Carey Carmichael, Immigration Attorney on Apr 15, 2013
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I have always known Mrs. Black to be a highly competent and professional individual. You would serve yourself well to seek her out for your legal matters.
Yekaterina Mesic, Immigration Attorney on Mar 7, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca is very knowledgeable about immigration issues. I frequently consult with her on issues pertaining to my criminal clients. I don't hesitate to refer my clients to her.
Patrick Cremeens, Immigration Attorney on Jan 3, 2013
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Ms. Black is a knowledgeable attorney who zealously advocates on behalf of her clients. I recommend the services of this lawyer.
I endorse Ms. Black. As evidenced by the number of questions she has answered on Avvo, she has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through her many work experiences that she is a stellar attorney.
Omar Farooq, Immigration Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
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Rebecca Black is an excellent attorney and an asset to the legal community here in Jacksonville. She is always professional and courteous and a fantastic advocate for her clients.
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Elizabeth Oakes, Immigration Attorney on Feb 3, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work.
Jo-Anne Yau, Immigration Attorney on Feb 28, 2009
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I endorse this lawyer's work.
David Goldman, Immigration Attorney on Apr 23, 2008
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Rebecca has been working with immigration clients for years and has many happy clients.