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Rusten Carlson Hurd
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Biography
Rusten C. Hurd is an AV Rated Orlando immigration attorney and founding partner at the law firm of Colombo & Hurd, PL. In over sixteen years of legal practice, Mr. Hurd has garnered experience with a wide variety of immigration matters including investor visas, business immigration, removal litigation, family petitions and naturalization and citizenship matters. As the husband of an immigrant, Mr. Hurd is fully cognizant of the importance of this process to his clients. To visit the Spanish and Portuguese language versions of our website, click or . Mr. Hurd also has successfully appeared before immigration judges throughout the United States concerning a variety of removal issues.
Mr. Hurd has been awarded an AV rating by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. An AV rating is the highest such rating available to any single lawyer for skill and integrity and the rating is reserved for attorneys designated as outstanding in their field.
Mr. Hurd also devotes a substantial portion of his practice to performing appellate work before appellate courts throughout the state of Florida as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals. Mr. Hurd has had noteable appellate success both with the Board of Immigration Appeals and with Florida Appellate Courts. In addition to his law practice, Mr. Hurd has served as Guardian ad Litem for troubled children and was recognized by the Legal Aid Society of Orange County for his service and contributions.
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Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
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Colombo & Hurd, PL
301 E. Pine St #300, Orlando, FL, 32801
Colombo & Hurd, PL
2503 W. Swann Ave # 108, Tampa, FL, 33609
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Rusten Carlson Hurd's Reviews
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Posted by Shirina | August 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Won’t help won’t even respond
Okay I’ve waited long enough, my family hired mr hurd for our immigration cases, and there’s literally nothing this lawyer has done to help my case even tho I contacted him asking for help multiple times, he stopped responding to me on may 25th 2022 cancelled my zoom calls, promising he would help bu...
Posted by Allison | February 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Outcome
Mr. Hurd had several hurdles with our case. Him and his team made sure everything was completed even if things were to go south. I am thankful that it was a successful case and he was able to reunite our family and make it whole again.
Posted by Dong | June 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I got my Green Card in the Immigration Court
This was a deportation case. He helped me to win the case on my first individual hearing date. Thank You.
Posted by Carl | December 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Success!
Mr. Hurd did a really great job and was not only knowledgeable but also supportive throughout. I felt reassured throughout the process having him represent me and would have no hesitation recommending his services to any other perspective clients.
Posted by Gustavo | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Great Attornney
Uno de mis hijos tenia un caso muy dificil, tenia un par de cargos con la corte de Orlando, Fl. y fue arrestado por ICE, con mucho peligro de deportacion. Consulte un Abogado de Miami, le explicamos el caso y rapido me dijo que el caso de mi hijjo no aplicaba para nada mas que firmar la deportacion v...
Rusten Carlson Hurd's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Rusten and worked with him over a number of years. He represents his clients zealously, with integrity, responsiveness, attention to detail, and professionalism. Aside from being a very good lawyer, Rusten is one of the "good guys" and a family man."
"I have sent clients to Rusten for their immigrations needs, all of whom were extremely happy with his services. Rusten is kind, knowledgeable and professional."
"Attorney Hurd is one of the premiere immigration lawyers practicing in Florida. He enjoys an excellent reputation among my fellow immigration lawyers for his knowledge, ability, competency and professionalism. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I not only endorse this immigration lawyer, but I recommend that you call him if you have any questions about any facet of the law. His AVVO rating says it all. He's a 10."
"I have known Mr. Hurd for a number of years and not only does he have significant experience and impressive professional credentials, he is a true professional. I highly recommend Mr. Hurd to any client looking for immigration services."
"I fully endorse Mr. Hurd for all immigration matters and there is no one else I would send an immigration client to in Central Florida."
"A good attorney who is very knowledgeable in the immigration field. Very competent and skillful.I endorse him."
"Rusten Hurd is an exceptional Immigration attorney. He is honest and cares about obtaining positive outcomes for his clients. He is results driven, a zealous advocate for his clients. He is highly effective and maintains impeccable ethical standards. I highly endorse him."
Francisco Fraerly Symphorien-Saavedra
Immigration lawyer | Aug 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've known Rusten for several years now and I strongly endorse him in the field of immigration law. Rusten's strong command of immigration law concepts is apparent in our discussions of finer points immigration law. He not only understands the law but is a fierce advocate for changing and developing the law positively through his appeals and, mentorship and regular speaking engagements."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Rusten for a few years. Rusten is a zealous advocate for his clients. He has superb legal skills and always conducts himself with integrity. He is very well regarded within the legal community."
"I have known Rusten Hurd since we became fellow moot court team members at the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1997. Later, Rusten and I practiced with the same law firm. I have personal knowledge of his abilities as an attorney. Rusten Hurd is an intelligent, efficient, and enthusiastic attorney. He is a zealous advocate, yet he recognizes the benefit of being reasonable and maintaining a cordial relationship with opposing counsel to the benefit of his clients. He is held in high regard in our legal community by both attorneys and judges."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Rusten is one of the most professional lawyers I know. He represents his clients with integrity and has a great reputation in the central florida legal community. He is a tried and true advocate and has a keen knowledge of immigration law. If my clients need immigration advice, I can give them his name and know they are in excellent hands."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Recogntion Exceptional Pro Bono Service, Supreme Court of Florida
2015
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Pro Bono Appreciation Certificate, Orange County Bar Association, Legal Aid Society
2014
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Lawyers in Orlando, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine
2013
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2012
Orlando's Top Lawyers, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine
2012
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2012
Exceptional Pro Bono Service, Supreme Court of Florida
2011
Orlando's Top Lawyers, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine
2011
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated Law Firm, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Rated Attorney, Matindale-Hubbell
2002
Award for Pro Bono Legal Representation, Orange County Bar Association
1998
Gerald T. Bennett Outstanding Service Award, University of Florida
1998
Order of Barristers, University of Florida
1996
Trial Competition Team Final 4 Champion, University of Florida
1995
National Honor Society, Golden Key
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Shareholder, Colombo & Hurd, PL
1998 - 2006
Shareholder, Zimmerman, Kiser & Sutcliffe, P.A.
Associations
2014 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Second CircuitAttorney and Counselor
2013 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMiddle East Interest Group
2011 - Present
Attorney MemberAILA Federal Court Litigation Section
2011 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitAttorney and Counselor
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAttorney Member
2010 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember
2008 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Central Florida chapter)Attorney Member
1998 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1998 - Present
Florida BarAttorney Member
2010 - 2010
Small Business Advisory Board for Florida’s Eighth Congressional DistrictBoard Member
2009 - 2011
Attorney Alliance of OrlandoAlliance Member
1999 - 2013
Workers' Compensation Section of Florida BarAttorney Member
1997 - 1998
University of Florida Trial Competition TeamPresident
1994 - 1995
FSU World Affairs ProgramDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
Termination of Removal Proceedings
Reversal of Immigration Judge
Affirmative Asylum for Egyptian
Asylum Granted
Cancellation of Removal
Successful preservation of Green Card
Deportation Defense
Green Card Reinstated
Checkers v. Wiethoff, 925 So. 2d 348 (Fla. 1st DCA 2006) (en banc)
Judges Decision Overturned
Education
1998
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Everything You Want and Need to Know About Your Immigration Law Practice
Everything You Want and Need to Know About Your Immigration Law Practice
2016
AILA CENTRAL FLORIDA CHAPTER'S 30TH ANNUAL IMMIGRATION LAW CONFERENCE
Law Office Management: Tips from the Pros
2015
Florida Dubai Lifetime and Business Expo
USA EB-5 Visas
2014
35th Annual AILA South Florida Immigration Update
When Is “Mandatory” Custody Really “Mandatory?”
2012
Immigration 101: Family & Employment
Immigration Family & Employment Law
2011
Immigration Law Fundamentals
Inadmissibility & Removal Proceedings, Issues and Ethics
2011
Fox News WOFL 35
US Broken Legal Immigration System
2010
Fox News WOFL 35
Should Florida Adopt Arizona's Immigration Law
2010
Fox News WOFL
Arizona Immigration Law Struck Down by Federal Court
2002
Workers Compensation Claims Professionals Spring Conference
Utilization Review
Publications
2012
www.colombohurd.com
In Defense of the Obama Administration's Record on Immigration
2010
2009
Asia Trend Magazine
Immigration Reform under the Obama Administration
2009
2009
chb-law.com
H-1B Cap Begins to Close
2009
chb-law.com
USCIS to Increase Fees Again?
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Q&A
Can I use an immigration lawyer to file an appeal in FL if my petition was filed in different state?
06 Sep 2018
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Hello: I am from Canada and want to do business in USA on E2 visa, Can i invest in a Liquor store? Thanks.
23 Jan 2018
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Is E 2 Visa is multiple entry ? Or we need go our mother country and Stamp our E 2? t
24 Jun 2017