Richard Arlen Alvoid Jr.

Richard Arlen Alvoid Jr.

4.8
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer at Pensacola, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

356 W Nine Mile Rd, Pensacola, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 25 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2000

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

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Richard Alvoid, Immigration Attorney

356 W Nine Mile Rd, Pensacola, FL, 32534-1818

Richard Alvoid

356 W 9 Mile Rd, Pensacola, FL, 32534

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Richard Arlen Alvoid Jr.'s Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2011 | Immigration

One of THE BEST lawyers EVER!

Mr. Richard Arlen Alvoid Jr. is one of the most professional, responsible and reliable lawyers I've ever had. Not that he perfectly knows how to achieve the goal, he also is a pleasant person to have a business with. In my case Mr. Alvoid did an outstanding job in helping my family to immigrate. He ...kept us informed about every single detail and paperwork we had to do to get our visas. I would definitely use his service again if needed.

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2010 | Immigration

Great immigration lawyer!

He greatly helped me with my immigration matter. He has a very pleasant way of communication, he listens to you closely, and I could really trust him. My case was told 'small chance' and I was turned by several other lawyers. He told me the same, but he definitely knew how to handle the case, and he ...is very knowledgeable in the area. His fee was very reasonable, that I regretted that I paid more than double for a different attorney who couldn't even help me. I'm really glad that I found him.

Posted by Fairuz & Wael | September 08, 2010 | Immigration

BEST IMMIGRATION LAWYER EVER!!

I have never met a lawyer as Mr. Alvoid, he truly cares and takes your concerns as a personal mission to get you justice. (at least thats how we felt!) Mr. alvoid is a top notch lawyer. His fees are beyong resonable and I truly felt I barely paid anything for the stellar work Mr. alvoid did for us. (...downright affordable!!) He is extremely polite, professional and understanding. He is very efficient as is his staff. My husband and are are professionals in the health field. Yet my husband's greencard was delayed for 2 years with no explanation. After Mr. Alvoid took my husbands case, we had a swift reply from immigration and had the card in 1month! He truly seeks justice and levels the playing field. He lets you know that you have rights as well and does not tolerate discrimination or bullying, no matter who the aggressor may be. He handles each case as top priority; I felt that my case was his most urgent case, although he has many other clients! He personally handles his emails, returns calls quickly without any phone games (you know what I'm talking about if you have dealt with a lawyer or two), and goes through every effort to make sure there are no complications or confusions. I recommend Mr. Alvoid to any one seeking immigration assistance/justice. I honestly wish that Mr. Alvoid charged us more, as I feel that he deserved more for all he did. I will never forget his hard work, dedication and passion for justice.

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2009 | Immigration

I would not recommend Richard Alvoid

He handled an immigration case for me and have to redo the paper works because of a lot of errors on the visa forms. Terminated him but he came back suing me for more money. I was so unhappy with his services and would never recommend him to anybody.

Richard Alvoid

Replied last April 21, 2012

This person terminated me because I handled the difficult part of the case then they wanted to avoid further paying me. The Court ruled in my favor after a full hearing on the evidence.

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Richard Arlen Alvoid Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Shabani

Immigration lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Richard Arlen Avoid Jr., I have had a pleasure of knowing him through our lawyers chat internet for many years. I have asked him of many complicated legal issues. He is pleasant, knowledgeable, and professional. He is dedicated to the legal profession and truly cares for his clients. I am proud to endorse Mr. Alvoid."

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Eugene Stilianopoulos

Immigration lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Alvoid has been an esteemed colleague of mine for several years. We have worked together on several cases and discussed legal issues. I find him to be very knowledgeable and caring for his clients. I highly recommend him for any one seeking an immigration attorney in North Florida."

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Stephen Cobb

Immigration lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Immigration has become a key component of my area of practice, which is exclusively criminal law. When I have a question, I know to pick up the phone and call Richard Alvoid - it's not even close. Richard's knowledge of the law is legendary within the legal community. He lives a quiet life and never brags about it, but he is one of the brightest legal minds within the field of Immigration Law. One thing few may know is that Richard also uses extremely advanced legal technology. This reduces costs for his clients while maximizing effectiveness. Another is that he is fluent in more languages than most, and has a more international perspective than most American lawyers: it is one thing to understand American immigration law, quite another to be culturally aware at his level. Finally, Richard Arlen Alvoid, Jr. is what I consider a "Tier I" lawyer - one of the best."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2009

PRO BONO, NW FL Legal Services

Work Experience

2001 - 2011

Owner, Richard Alvoid, PA

2000 - 2001

Associate Attorney, David Ware & Associates

1998 - 1999

Law Clerk, Harry DeMell, Esq. - Immigration Attorney

Associations

2002 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2000 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Al Ghamdi v Atty General

Court awarded attorney fees to Plaintiff.

Iraqi Bride - Shawn and Ehdaa Blackwell

Permanent Residence

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Education

2000

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Troy State University-Florida Region

MA - Masters

1993

University of West Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Employment Law: Beyond the Basics

Employer Compliance with Immigration Law

2008

Fringes of Family Law

Immigration and Family Law

2008

Fringes of Family Law

Family law immigration issues

2007

Women's Voters Immigration Forum

Immigration law

2006

Battered Spouses in Immigration Law

Immigrant Battered Spouses

2001

Ritmo Latino Simulcast - espanol

Immigration Law

Publications

2007

La Voz del Latino Las Opciones para El Indocumentado

Languages

Italian

Spanish

Activity

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