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Rebecca Cook Black
- Jacksonville, FL
- Licensed for 13 years
About Rebecca
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
- Immigration: 100%
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.
13 years
Languages spoken
French, Spanish
Contact
Rebecca Black Immigration PA
Beach Blvd Flea Market Row C-40 Saturdays and Sundays 12-5 ONLY
11041 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL, 32246
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| FL | Member in Good Standing | 2006 | 09/12/2019 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Employment Visas | Business and Employment Visas | 2009 |
| Alternative Immigration Strategies for International Students | Alternative Immigration Strategies for International Students | 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 |
if you are looking for an immigration attorney, I recommend 100 percent this lawyer
Posted by Carlos
Mon Jul 11 2016
Best Immagration lawyer we've ever had!
Posted by Hanan
Thu Dec 04 2014
Attorney endorsements
(18)Samuel Ronquillo, Immigration Attorney on Mar 16, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
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, Family Attorney on Sep 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Love collaborating with Ms. Black. Best in Jacksonville for Immigration!
Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Nov 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Andrew Morgan, Family Attorney on Jul 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. She is knowledge in federal immigration appeals cases and that she is detailed in her work.
Ericka Curran, Immigration Attorney on Jun 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Rachel Lyne, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 19, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
Carey Carmichael, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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, Lemon law Attorney on Jan 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Black is a knowledgeable attorney who zealously advocates on behalf of her clients. I recommend the services of this lawyer.
Kyle Bristow, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 28, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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, General practice Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Elizabeth Oakes, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 3, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work.
Jo-Anne Yau, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 28, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work.
David Goldman, Elder law Attorney on Apr 23, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Rebecca has been working with immigration clients for years and has many happy clients.
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