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James Austin Galloway

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James Austin Galloway

5.0
31 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Administrative Law, Estate Planning

822 A1A N., Suite 310, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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About James

Biography

Providing Honest, Reliable, and Affordable Legal Representation to Floridians Since 2017. Call 904-674-3858 for a Free Consultation.

You need someone you can TRUST, wherever you are in the Immigration Process. Let Attorney Galloway be your guide! Call me today for a free consultation. Call 904-674-3858 for a Free Consultation.

The estate planning and probate processes can be complicated and frustrating at a sensitive time. Attorney Galloway will be there for you! Call me today for a free consultation. Call 904-674-3858 for a Free Consultation.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Immigration 75%

• Naturalization and U.S. Citizenship • Adjustment of Status to Permanent Resident (Spouse) • Family-Based Immigration • Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence • Fiancée / Fiancé Visas • Business Immigration • Immigration Court and BIA

12 years | 200 cases

75%
Administrative Law 20%

• Federal Contracts and Subcontracts • Claims • Appeals

4 years | 5 cases

20%
Estate Planning 5%

• Wills and Advance Healthcare Directives • Power of Attorney • Probate

7 years | 10 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 3 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2022

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 11 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2014

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Galloway Law Firm of Ponte Vedra Beach, P.L.L.C.

822 A1A N., Suite 310, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32802

gallowaylawpllc.com

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James Austin Galloway's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Awesome Lawyer

We went through the immigration process and it was super easy thanks to James! He explained everything very well and made it easy for us! Thank you James!

Posted by Benoit | June 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

I am lucky to hire him

Very honest attorney,fair and use his knowledge to help his clients. He doesn’t play games and very straightforward. Thanks a lot.

James Galloway

Replied last June 15, 2020

Thank you so much, Mr. Benoit. Please feel free to call me should you ever need anything else!

Posted by Anna M. | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great experience, highly recommended.

I hired James Galloway to handle my naturalization case including his personal assistance/representation during my final interview at the local USCIS office. While my naturalization case probably wasn't extremely complicated, my entire immigration file was rather thick as my past contained a lot of t...wists and turns. All of that required proper attention to details. Couple that with very unpleasant memories of my past experiences at the local USCIS office and you will understand why I was looking for someone that would take me through that process as smoothly as possible, so I could focus on studying for the naturalization test, confident the rest is in proper order. Since time was of the essence, I was also looking for someone that could process my case without unnecessary delay. From the beginning, the overall experience was nothing short of superb. He completed and filed my application right away as hoped for and within a week or so I already had a confirmation from USCIS that I'm in line. USCIS guidelines say that it takes around 6-7 months to process naturalization cases so after 9 months I was freaking out a little bit but James calmed me down by explaining it's not anything extraordinary. He immediately scheduled infopass appointment at the immigration office to check whether everything is fine. It turned out that just days prior to him going there, USCIS updated my case status online and it was showing that my interview was just scheduled. I informed him of that expecting he wouldn't bother wasting time going there in those circumstances but he did! I know that for a fact since right after that infopass appointment date he emailed me a copy of the interview letter (dated that day) that he received at the immigration office. He also confirmed that it was a general backlog of cases at the local immigration office and not my particular case (what I was afraid of) that was delayed. As far as my final interview is concerned: my application he prepared must have ben in proper order since I was never asked to provide any other paperwork along the way and my entire interview took less than 20 minutes, including my naturalization test! And what a difference did Jame's presence do. The atmosphere during the interview was friendly and all the initial stress I had (every time going to the USCIS office) was gone within moments. The rest was up to me and I passed! Great experience, I highly recommend James Galloway.

Posted by Samuel | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Simply The Best

Mr Galloway is the second attorney I retained for my immigration issues, after our first meeting I knew he's the right attorney. He listened to me and he explained to me my options he took up the case, rolled up his sleeves and started working on my case due to its time sensitive, he was very proac...tive and prompt from the start to the end. He's the man that gets the job done. If you're reading this look no further.

Posted by Muhammad | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Lawyer in Jacksonville

James is a best Immigration Lawyer. He is not just a lawyer he is like a great adviser and friend also. I hired him For my Mom Immigration Visa in 2015 And she is here with me Right now. I'm so Thankful To him And I will never Forget What he done for me and my mother. He is a Life Changer. He Always ...go for extra mile and he is always available by email or cell phone or office number always answer or replay back. I would say to Whoever going through Immigration Problems Please Contact Him ASAP. He would do anything to help your Situation. Thanks again James

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James Austin Galloway's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kara Roberts

Immigration lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Always willing to go the extra mile. Always willing to take on as many pro bono cases as he can possibly handle (which seems to be more than most human beings), which alleviates the burden on legal aid organizations and other, similar nonprofits that help the poor. Attention to detail is second to none and just an incredibly kind, caring individual - what more could you want from an attorney or any professional for that matter? I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Galloway."

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Erin Baggett

Immigration lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Galloway strives to ensure his clients have the best experience possible during some of the most stressful times in their lives, and he is both friendly and compassionate, as well as extremely knowledgeable."

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Joseph Scone

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Galloway for several years. I have seen that he is knowledgeable of the law and courteous in his dealings with other attorneys. I have seen his impact on the community and how much he cares for his clients. I would send my own family to consult Mr. Galloway."

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Stanley Walker

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James Galloway is an up and coming immigration lawyer who is dedicated to his profession and committed to his clients."

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Miguel Rosada

Immigration lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Naughton

Litigation lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristopher Reilly

Immigration lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Galloway provides thorough and competent legal services to his clients. He is a true asset to the legal community and a cut above the rest."

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Carol Galloway

Immigration lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"James Galloway is a valuable member of this Firm. He is a true professional. He is a skillful lawyer who listens to his clients and addresses their needs. I was most impressed with his visit to a potential client's home on New Years Day. He is always willing to assist people who are in need of his legal services and expertise. He goes the extra mile!!"

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Aaron Irving

Immigration lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Mr. Galloway. Mr. Galloway is a competent attorney and a good choice for those in need. He is an asset to our profession."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Best Immigration Lawyer (Top 5), Jacksonville Folio Magizine

2014

Pro Bono Spotlight, Jacksonville Daily Record

2013

Book Award - International Law, Florida Coastal School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Owner, Galloway Law Firm of Ponte Vedra Beach, P.L.L.C.

2016 - Present

Volunteer Attorney, Jacksonville District Pro Bono Program

2014 - Present

Volunteer Attorney, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid., Inc.

2014 - 2017

Attorney, Law Offices of Carol M. Galloway, P.A.

Associations

2019 - Present

St. Johns County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter)

Member

2018 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Jacksonville Division Pro Bono Program

Volunteer Attorney

2016 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Orlando chapter)

Member

2014 - Present

Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc.

Volunteer Attorney

2014 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2013 - Present

Florida Coastal Alumni Association

Member

2017 - 2018

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Bangkok District chapter)

Member

2016 - 2017

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Central Florida chapter)

Co-chair

2014 - 2017

Florida Bar, International Law Section

Member

Education

2013

Florida Coastal School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Florida State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Immigration and Naturalization at the Lake Park Public Library

Immigration Law: Temporary Protective Status

2014

Accepted Students Day - Spring

Alumni Panel

2014

Accepted Students Day - Fall

Alumni Panel

Publications

2013

Florida Coastal Law Review Native American Workplace Discrimination

Languages

English

Activity

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