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Callan Richard Garcia
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Proficient in both Spanish and Haitian Creole, Mr. Garcia handled thousands of cases for Catholic Legal Services while supervising a legal team of attorneys and paralegals from 2006 – 2014. Mr. Garcia is admitted to practice law in the State of Florida, in the Eleventh U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, and in U.S. Immigration Court.
Mr. Garcia earned a B.A. from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, in 1997. He then worked as a social services provider and advocate with Native American youth in New Mexico and then as a community organizer and legislative advocate at the Human Services Coalition of Miami Dade County (Now Catalyst Miami). Mr. Garcia was a member of the inaugural class of the College of Law at Florida International University, where he graduated cum laude in 2005, and participated as a member of the Law Review. Callan served as the Managing Attorney of Catholic Legal Services (CLS) Miami office from 2006-2010, and most recently as the the Managing Attorney and Director for CLS in Broward County.
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Immigration
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20 years
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Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
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Garcia, Miranda, Gonzalez-Rua, P.A.
450 N. Park Rd., Suite 800, Hollywood, FL, 33021
Garcia, Miranda, Gonzalez-Rua, P.A.
9485 SW 72nd Street, Suite A-270, Miami, FL, 33173
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Posted by Carlos Nunez | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Callan Garcia to me the best immigration lawyer.
I went to lawyer Callan Garcia on nov 29 2018 and I have my green card on hand March 1 2019, he was so kind of person, I do know if my case was complicated, but he made ease, my fee was reasonable, I paid a down payment and the rest in monthly payments. Very pleased with the office personal special...
Posted by Kimberly | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
A Team with Confidence
Thanks to this team, I went from fear to hope, to full blown confidence. Everyone in this office was so knowledgeable, sincere and kind. From the moment I walked for a consulation, I was immediately given a plan of what I'd have to do and they did not hesitate to tackle that plan. My case was approv...
Posted by Leydy Martinez | June 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Estatus migratorio resuelto
Estamos muy agradecidas y felices con El abogado Callan Garcia por resolver nuestro problema migratorio. Despues de vivir 8 anos sin documentos en Estados Unidos ahora ya soy residente. Recomendamos a el abogado por su profesionalismo y excelente labor.
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Replied last June 14, 2018Muchas Gracias!
Posted by Betty | June 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Gracias Callan!
Muchas muchas gracias por su ayuda! Gracias a Ud., pude lograr mi residencia. Confie en ud y tuve unos resultados excelentes y todo fue en poco tiempo.
Callan Garcia
Replied last June 14, 2018Muy amable - Gracias!
Posted by STACY | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Callan Garcia one of the best Attorney you will come across
I owe Mr Garcia lots of gratitude he helped myself and my family, we apprexiate him taking the time to be so caring and understanding during one of the most difficult period of my life . He is very knowledgeable, and he will always tell you the truth about your case. He embodies integrity, compassion...
Callan Richard Garcia's Lawyer Endorsements
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney 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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"Callan Garcia is an outstanding immigration attorney. I have known Callan for more than a decade, and his commitment to his clients, the law, and the community is exemplary."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known him since he appeared before me when I was an immigration judge. He is an intelligent, knowledgeable and hardworking attorney and anybody who uses his services will be in excellent hands."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Dedication & Service to Victims of Domestic Violence, No More Tears Project
2014
Award for Outstanding Service, Catholic Legal Services, Archdiocese of Miami
2011
5 Years of Outstanding Service, Catholic Legal Immigration Network
2005
Award for Outstanding Commitment to the Public Interest, FIU College of Law
2005
High Grade Award: International and Comparative Law, FIU College of Law
2005
High Grade Award: Human Rights Law, FIU College of Law
2005
High Grade Award: Immigration & Human Rights Clinic, FIU College of Law
2005
High Grade Award: Critical Race Theory, FIU College of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Garcia & Miranda, PA
2006 - 2014
Managing Attorney, Catholic Legal Services, Archdiocese of Miami
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Florida BarMember
Education
2005
Florida International University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
International Law Association
Citizenship in the Dominican Republic
2014
Continuing Legal Education Panelist
Asylum: Membership in a Particular Social Group
2013
Continuing Legal Education
Bars to Asylum and Withholding of Removal
2011
Cuban Haitian Entrant Programs Annual Conference
The History of Cuban and Haitian Migration to the U.S.: An Examination of Legislative & Policy Responses”
2011
Broward County In-Service Training
Immigration Benefits Under VAWA & the U Visa
2010
National Webinar Panelist
Applying for Temporary Protected Status for Haitians
2010
National Webinar Panelist
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Processing
2010
CLE Workshop on Bars to Adjustment & Waivers
Divisible Statutes and Silva-Trevino
2009
PHR (Physicians for Human Rights), CME (Continuing Medical Education)
International Law and the Basics of the U.S. Asylum Process
2009
Guest Lecturer, Immigration Law
Overview of the U-Visa Process
2009
AILA, South Florida Chapter, Pro Bono CLE Series
The U-Visa
2007
ABA, International Law Society, Annual Conference
The U.S. Asylum Process: Deviances from the UNHCR Model
Publications
2012
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity
Visas for Cooperating Witnesses: "U" Status (Contributor)
Languages
English
Spanish
Creole
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, if I have a greencard (since 2006) and my future wife is not a US citizen
05 Feb 2018
Q&A
How many years take to a us citizen to bring a siblings from dominican republic?
14 Aug 2015
Q&A
What is my current immigration status after filing adjustment of status through marriage?
13 Jun 2014