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Shahzad Ahmed
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Biography
US Immigration Attorney Shahzad Ahmed is a Board Certified Immigration Attorney, one of only 8 percent of lawyers in the state of Florida to be certified as an expert in Immigration and Nationality Law. He was awarded the National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers in 2015.
Mr. Ahmed also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Barry University School of Law, where he teaches immigration law.
Mr. Ahmed has 20 years experience and practices immigration law exclusively. He was elected as the Orlando Regional Vice-Chair for the American Immigration Lawyers Association and as a liaison with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service for 2013-14. Mr. Ahmed is a Senior Partner and Immigration Attorney at Brink Ahmed Immigration.
Mr. Ahmed has acquired visas for many businesses as they seek to invest or trasfer their employees to the United States. He has assisted applicants from around the globe, including United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Brazil, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, India, Dubai (UAE) and many other countries. Visas he has obtained include:
• Business Visas L-1 Intracompany Transferee, EB-1 Multinational Executives/Managers (see video above)
• Investor Visas E-2 Treaty Investor, EB-5 Job Creation
• Employment Visas H-1B Specialty Occupation, O-1 Extraordinary Ability, P-1 Athlete, P-2 Cultural Exchange Artist, P-3 Culturally Unique Performer, R-1 religious Worker, EB-1 Extraordinary Ability, EB-2 Advanced Degree, EB-3 Skilled and Unskilled Worker, EB-4 Special Immigrant
• Personal/Family Visas Family based petitions, Fiances, Immigrant Visas
Mr. Ahmed has successfully represented thousands of businesses and individual clients in various circumstances, including but not limited to, business and investment visas, employment visas, family visas, deportation, investor visas, asylum, naturalization and citizenship matters. Mr. Ahmed has extensive experience in deportation defense as well. He has appeared in hundreds of cases before dozens of immigration judges, successfully representing clients in matters ranging from removal proceedings to claims for political asylum, cancellation of removal, hardship waivers and adjustment of status.
Human Rights Work
Mr. Ahmed is a Human Rights Defender and advocate. Human Rights Defenders are described in the U.N. Universal Declaration of Human Rights Defenders. Under Article 11 of the Declaration, lawyers who are Human Rights Defenders, are to protect the human dignity, human rights and fundamental freedoms of others. Mr. Ahmed represents his clients in their applications for asylum in the United States. Additionally, he advocates against persecution of individuals overseas, and engages in tolerance training locally.
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Background
Mr. Ahmed earned his Juris Doctorate degree from Touro Law Center in Long Island, New York. As a law student, Mr. Ahmed served as an Assistant Editor for the International Law Journal while contributing to various other journals and publications. He concentrated his studies in International Law and quickly developed a passion for assisting others with their immigration issues. Mr. Ahmed went on to complete a comprehensive law studies program in Shimla, India, an opportunity that enriched his understanding of the comparative legal jurisprudence. In 1988, Mr. Ahmed was admitted to the Florida Bar and after ten years of practice, in 2008, Shahzad Ahmed joined NeJame Law as a Partner. Currently, Mr. Ahmed serves as the Senior Attorney and Senior Litigator for Brink Ahmed Immigration.
Shahzad Ahmed's works have been noted and cited in press releases by human rights and civil liberties organizations, including Amnesty International and Solidarity U.S.A. Mr. Ahmed is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for both the Southern District and the Middle District of Florida. He practices immigration law throughout the entire United States and is admitted to practice in any immigration court within the United States. He is also active in various immigration, civic and political organizations.
Languages
Mr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Urdu and Hindi. Arabic, Spanish and Portuguese are also spoken at his firm.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Immigration
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28 years | 1,000 cases
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Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
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Location
Brink Ahmed Immigration
5401 S. Kirkman Rd., Suite 440, Orlando, FL, 32819
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Shahzad Ahmed's Reviews
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Posted by Fatima | December 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
If I could give Mr.Ahmed more than 5 stars, I would..
Choosing Mr.Shahzad Ahmed was the best decision we made for my mother's citizenship journey! From our first contact, he was consistently responsive, attentive, and patient with all our questions. He prepared my mother thoroughly for her interview and built her confidence by sincerely praising her ...
Posted by Manal | November 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney in Orlando
I highly recommend mister Shahzad. He is very knowledgeable, great communicator, professional and compassionate. He is very easy to work with. The best immigration attorney in FL.
Posted by Saher | October 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
An incredible Attorney!
Shahzad Ahmed is most certainly an oustanding attorney capable of making dreams come true. Nothing is impossible if your case is being handled by him. There were instances where my family and I had lost hope that I would be able to reside permanently within the United states and he was able to prove...
Posted by Rehan | September 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best immigration attorney in Orlando
Mr. Shahzad Ahmed is without an iota of doubt in my mind, one of the best immigration attorneys in Orlando. Mine was a particularly complicated asylum case, which he aptly handled to achieve the desired results. To expedite my case, he later sued the USCIS, and as a result, the interview was schedul...
Posted by anonymous | February 1, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Was prompt and to the point
I had some confusion on my immigration case and Ahmed has answered the question with utmost urgency and efficiently. Would recommend anyone if you are looking for someone professional and knows their job.
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Shahzad Ahmed's Lawyer Endorsements
"Shahzad is a leader in the legal community. I first met Attorney Shahzad Ahmed when he was speaking about the complex issues of employer based immigration at an Orange County Bar Association seminar. Thereafter I called him at his office to discuss a case I had and Shahzad willingly provided advice to me as a young attorney. I appreciate your leadership. Attorney Ahmed's experience is an asset to every immigration client. Any business interested in increasing it's work force with foreign talent should consider Shahzad for help and advice. I endorse this lawyer."
"Shahzad is a brilliant attorney and highly respected in the legal community. He shares his knowledge freely to help educate members of the bar as well as the general public. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Shahzad is a very knowledgeable and respected immigration attorney and I have been very fortunate to work alongside him. Shahzad practices and is well informed and educated in a wide array of different immigration topics such as asylum, business immigration (L-1, E-2, EB-1, EB-2, EB-5, H-1B, O-1, P-1), removal defense, and I-9 compliance. Additionally, his attention to detail and his willingness to be made available to his clients is truly admirable. I endorse this lawyer."
"Shahzad is an exceptional attorney. Highly intelligent, experienced, kind, and an outstanding member of the community."
"I highly endorse Mr. Ahmed. Truly exceptional and caring immigration attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people in his area to contact him for help."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Shahzad is a lawyer with excellent credentials and as a fellow member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) I greatly appreciate his efforts in making CLEs available to us."
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Even in a profession that reveres meticulousness, Shahzad is the most meticulous attorney I know. He parses the law with care, while understanding that his client's lives are at stake. Even while he is extremely knowledgable, he leaves nothing to chance, and goes above and beyond to ensure that his clients have every possible chance of success. He is the lawyer you would entrust your closest family members to."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this very professional, attentive and resourceful counsel for assisting with immigration issues."
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"Truly excellent lawyer. Well respected in the legal community."
"Attorney Ahmed has extensive knowledge and experience in the area of immigration and takes pride in staying on top of the latest legal developments. He is a highly skilled advocate who I would highly recommend."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 10 Attorneys Florida - Immigration, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2013
Board Certified - Immigration & Nationality, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2012
Oustanding Commitment and Achievement, Greater Orlando Cares -- (see photo)
2012
Best Law Firm in Central Florida, Orlando Business Journal, Reader's Choice Award 2012 and 2013 (see photo)
2011
Director, American Immigration Lawyers Association (Central Florida chapter) -- (see photo)
2009
Outstanding Service and Profesional Commitment, Arab American Community Center (see photo)
2007
5 Year Award, de Beaubien, Knight, Simmons, Mantzari & Neal, LLP. (see photo)
2006
Attorney Choice Award, Pre Paid Legal Services (see photo)
2005
Attorney Choice Award, Pre Paid Legal Services (see photo)
2004
Attorney Choice Award, Pre Paid Legal Services (see photo)
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Senior Partner, Brink Ahmed Immigration
2018 - 2019
Immigration Law Professor, Barry University School Of Law
2008 - 2019
Partner/ Senior Immigration Attorney, NeJame Law, P.A. -------- (Voted best firm in Central Florida by Orlando Business Journal, Reader's Choice Award, 2012 - 2014)
2007 - 2008
Immigration Attorney, Law Office of David F. Vedder, P.A.
2002 - 2007
Attorney, De Beaubien, Knight, Simmons, Mantzaris & Neal, LLP ----- (AV-rated; one of largest firms in Central Florida)
2000 - 2002
Immigration Attorney, Law Office of Carlos Jean-Joseph, P.A.
1999 - 2000
Corporate Counsel, Choices & Associates
1998 - 1999
Corporate Counsel, AMREG
1996 - 1997
Immigration Law clerk, Law Offices Of David M. Sperling
1994 - 1994
Intern, Boca Raton Police Department
Associations
2015 - Present
www.facebook.com/hrdefendersAttorney/Advocate
2012 - Present
Zindagi Trust, USABoard of Directors
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAttorney
2008 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaAttorney
1998 - Present
Florida BarAttorney
2016 - 2017
Florida Bar, Immigration and Nationality Law Certification CommitteeMember
2013 - 2014
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Central Florida chapter)Vice Chair - Orlando
2010 - 2011
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Central Florida chapter)Director
Sample of Legal Cases
EB-5 I-526 and I-829 approved
I-526 approved
L-1 Success Story
L-1 Approved
Cancellation of Removal
Cancellation of Removal Approved for a lawful permanent resident
O-1 visa as an alternative to the H-1B
O-1 petition approved
A Success Story: Using the B visa
B-1 properly used
Saving a Battered Spouse from Deportation
Cancellation of Removal for a Battered Spouse Granted
Education
1997
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Florida Atlantic University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1992
Broward Community College
AA
Speaking Engagements
2024
AILA Central Florida Chapter 38th Annual Conference
Visas for Business Personnel
2014
IBBA Spring Educational Summit
Working with Visa Buyers
2013
Community Immigration Forum with Hon. Teyut Duong, Senior Advisor to White House
Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
2013
2013 IBBA Fall Conference
#231: Business Options for Foreign Investors: How to Work with Visa Buyers
2012
Your Civil and Immigration Rights
Your Civil and Immigration Rights
2012
Community Immigration Forum
Community Immigration Forum
2012
Community Immigration Forum
Immigration Laws and Updates
2012
Community Forum on Civil Rights
What are Your Civil Rights and What to do when they are Violated
2011
Immigration Updates
The Latest Immigration Updates
2011
Defending your Client in Removal Proceedings
Who has the Burden?
2010
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity
Relief from Removal Proceedings
2010
Community Immigration Forum
Immigration Updates
2009
Women's Day
Women's Immigrant Rights
2008
For many organizations
Community Immigration Forum
2007
Immigration Seminar
Immigration Q&A
Publications
2018
2018
2018
NeJame Law
The Art of Presenting your EB-5 Petition
2017
2017
NeJame Law
Strengthening Your EB-5 Petition
2017
2017
2016
International Law Section
Human Rights Defender, Shahzad Ahmed, files Asylum for Iranian Christian
2015
NeJame Law
Taking the Hate Out of Immigration
2015
NeJame Law
The E-2 Investor Visa
2015
2015
The Orlando Sentinel
Muslims must better protect Hajj pilgrims: From The Community
2015
2015
2015
NeJame Law
The E-2 Investor Visa
2015
NeJame Law
Defending Asia Bibi – A Glimmer of Hope
2013
Immigration Counselors Newsletter
Your L-1 Visa Petition: Preventing and Surviving the Request For Evidence (or Notice of Intent to Deny)
2013
Immigration Counselors Newsletter
New Immigration Policy ----- Good News for thos Facing the 3/10 Year Bar
2013
monthly e-newsletter
Immigration Counselors
2012
Pardes Magazine
Immigration Reform is Here . . . Almost!
2012
2012
Immigration Counselors Newsletter
Keeping the DREAM Alive: A Glimmer of Hope for the Undocumented Youth!
2011
Immigration Counselors Newsletter
Valentine Special: Crossing Borders for Love
2011
23rd Annual Central Florida Chapter Conference, American Immigration Lawyers Association
How Much Hardship is Enough
2011
Immigration Counselors Newsletter
The "O"ther Visa
2011
Immigration Counselors Newsletter
11th Circuit Court decides on What Constitutes a Conviction Record
2011
Immigration Counselors Newsletter
L-1 Visa: Transferring your Foreign Business to the U.S.
2011
Caribbean Passport
Crossing Borders for Love
2011
NeJame Law
Applying for US Citizenship
2011
2011
NeJame Law
Your TAXES and IMMIGRATION Consequences
2011
NeJame Law
New Investor Visa - E-2 CNMI Investor Visa
2010
NeJame Law
Amnesty: Are We There Yet?
2010
NeJame Law
Temporary Protected Status For Haitians
2010
NeJame Law
The H-1B Visa: Background & UPDATES
2010
NeJame Law
Planning For Your Citizenship
2010
NeJame Law
EB-5 Visas: Investing to Permanent Residency
2010
NeJame Law
More Restrictions For Our Religious Workers
2010
Orlando Sentinel
Mr. Ahmed's Immigration Q&A
2008
Orlando Sentinel
Mr. Ahmed's lawsuits against Federal Government for delayed cases
Languages
Urdu
Hindi
English
Arabic
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can parents file green card petition for me while in the USA on E2 visa?
03 Jul 2024
Q&A
How long does it take to get I 485 approved ?
13 Mar 2021
Q&A
One step adjustment of status ?
12 Mar 2021
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Investing your way to a U.S. Visa
04 May 2013
Legal Guide
When all else Fails: Suing the Federal Government
04 May 2013
Legal Guide
The H-1B Visa: Background & UPDATES
04 May 2013