Isadora Velazquez-Rivas

Isadora Velazquez-Rivas

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Immigration Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Personal Injury, Insurance

780 NW 42nd Ave, Suite 416, Miami, FL

About Isadora

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

I have successfully represented, advised, counseled, and assisted individual and corporate clients in simple and complex Immigration Law and Deportation Defense. The immigration process is complex and becomes a focal point for those who contend with it. Although the process can be time consuming and frustrating, we will try to clarify the difficulties while zealously fighting for your position. We keep careful track of the regular changes in the Immigration Laws.

19 years | 300 cases

90%
Insurance 5%

Ms. Velazquez practices in the area of civil litigation with an additional emphasis on the firm’s first-party insurance litigation. She represents a variety of individuals and corporations in disputes against their insurance companies.

12 years | 50 cases

5%
Personal Injury 5%

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, you may be entitled to recover damages if it was due to the negligence or carelessness of others. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you to get fair and just compensation. Our firm provides dedicated personal injury representation that is focused on each client’s individual needs. No matter what legal issue you are facing, we will take the time to understand your situation.

19 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 125-750 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 18 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Isa Law PA

780 NW 42nd Ave, Suite 416, Miami, FL, 33126

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Isadora Velazquez-Rivas's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Missy | August 01, 2022 | Immigration

Such an expert and so helpful!!!!

I was referred to speak with Isadora from a mutual friend to get some support during a very trying time. When you don’t know much about visas it can be challenging Tom navigate to make the right decisions to not jeopardize freedoms. Isadora was so helpful in a very stressful time for me and my part...ner. She was able to provide expertise and guidance to help my Aussie partner and I make the best decision for our visa and what we want to do next! If you are wanting support for any immigration questions- she is your woman!

Posted by Elvita | April 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Attorney in the state of Florida

Isadora is the best Attorney ever! I would recommend her all my family and friends. She was my husband and I immigration Attorney who was punctual, knowledgeable, she went over and beyond for my husband and my sister including my nephews to get their green cards. What we love about her was her hones...ty and how she went hard for my family to get their documents. If someone is seeking for an honest Attorney please seek no more because Isadora is your shero!!! Thank you Isadora for all of your hard and dedicated work for my family!! May God continue to bless you!!

Posted by simon brooker | July 27, 2017 | Immigration

Immigration

When I originally posted a question on this web site to do with a problem I had with immigration I had four replies including one from Isadora. Although I fully understand that these web sites are lead generators, three replies focused heavily on telling me that I needed to use their services to ...deal with the issue without responding on the actual question I had and Isadora just answered the question for me without emphasizing on ulterior motive. I then took a bit of a liberty and sent Isadora a private message outlining in more detail how I intended to deal with the issue I had and asked her opinion. She not only confirmed that I was headed in the right direction but also gave me some additional advise which I am confident now puts me in a very strong position. It was a breath of fresh air to deal with a professional who truly wanted to help me. I have dealt with my own visa application this time as over 7 years two attorneys have totally screwed up my applications and cost me a lot of money, however I wish I had met Isadora a long time ago as she is a true professional who even from a short period of correspondence I would have real confidence in. I am British and because of my business activities I come across a lot of fellow countrymen who require assistance with the USCIS, I will not be hesitating in recommending Isadora !

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Recomend

Firts of all I want to say the Mrs. Velazquez is in deed the number one imigration lawyer I have ever met, before Msr. Velasquez I consulted with two other lawyer who they not inspire me trust, after my first interview with Mrs. Velazquez my husband and I decided that he was the best option for us, ...her and her staff were on top of our case, very professional, very knowledgeable and comprehensive to the needs of our case. Thanks to Mrs. Velazquez I am about to be a United States residence and I will definitely use her services to become a US citizen in the future. I recommended her to two friend of mines and I will definitely recommend him for anyone Who needs legal immigration assistant. Jackeline Zeron

Posted by Jackeline | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

excelent

First of all I want to say the Mrs. Velazquez, is in deed the number one immigration lawyer I have ever met, before Mrs. Velazquez I consulted with two other lawyer who they not inspire me trust, after my first interview with Mrs. Velazquez my husband and I decided that she was the best option for u...s, her and her staff are on top of our case, very professional, very knowledgeable and comprehensive to the needs of our case. Thanks to Mrs. Velazquez I am about to be a United States residence and I will definitely use his services to become a US citizen in the future. I recommended her to two friend of mines and I will definitely recommend her for anyone Who needs legal immigration assistant. Henry & Jackeline Zeron

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Isadora Velazquez-Rivas's Lawyer Endorsements

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D. Evans

Immigration lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred clients to Ms. Velazquez over the past few years. Without exception, she has provided exceptional service. Her attention to detail, intimate familiarity with the immigration courts, and sincere care for her clients are impeccable. I endorse her without reservation."

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Charles Gallagher

Immigration lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Isadora Velazquez is the founder and principal of Isa Law, P.A. located in Miami, where her practice focuses on immigration law. She has subject matter expertise in complex individual and corporate immigration matters and deportation defense. She has been a member of The Florida Bar in good standing since 2007 and is admitted to practice before all state courts in Florida. She is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law. Isadora is a gifted litigator, works hard for her clients and obtains favorable results for them. She is an active member of the community volunteering on many boards and charitable organizations. She has been recognized with countless honors including Super Lawyers and Florida Trend Legal Elite. She is a member of the Miami Beach Bar Association, Florida Association of Women Lawyers and the Dade County Bar Association. Without hesitation I recommend and endorse Isadora."

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Leonardo Concepcion

Immigration lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Isa is a great professional who is very knowledgeable and passionate about her work. When ever my clients have immigration issues she is one of the first calls I make."

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Omar Ali-Shamaa

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Lamchick

Immigration lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Isadora for Immigration matters. I have sent her clients and they are very happy with the attention and results they receive from her. Great attorney!"

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Nenad Milosevic

Immigration lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Isadora is a top notch lawyer. She has sincere interest in the needs of her clients. I recommend her without hesitation."

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Andrew Vargas

Immigration lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Isadora Velazquez is an excellent lawyer. I highly recommend and endorse her."

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Joseph Glace

Immigration lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carlos Trujillo

Immigration lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Isadora is an excellent attorney dedicated to her clients. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."

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Namita Agarwal

Immigration lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Velazquez-Rivas is a top-notch immigration attorney. A zealous advocate for her clients and highly respected in the legal community."

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Eric Gros-Dubois

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a member of the community and a knowledgeable attorney in the personal injury field amongst others."

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Elina Santana

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Juliana Leite

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Stein

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Isadora is a dedicated, thorough, highly competent and honorable attorney. I have worked with her on personal injury matters and she is sensitive and knowledgeable and the clients are very happy with her work effort. I highly recommend her in any areas which she practices."

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Liza Galindo

Immigration lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"It is with great honor that I endorse Isadora. She is an excellent attorney dedicated in finding a solution for her clients. In my capacity as her supervisor I was to observe first hand her dedication and strong work ethic."

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Anthony Hevia

Immigration lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Isadora is a fierce advocate for her clients yet she maintains civility in her dealings with her opponents. She has well developed Courtroom and Trial skills honed from our days together as prosecutors."

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Harris Gilbert

Immigration lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known her for many years and she is an excellent immigration lawyer."

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Saman Movassaghi

Immigration lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney! She is professional, courteous and knowledgeable. I am proud to endorse Ms. Velazquez-Rivas."

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Katie Curiel

Immigration lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Isadora is a breath of fresh air. In the legal community it is rare to find attorneys who have a passion and love for what they do. She is a talented litigator with a zest for life! I endorse Velazquez-Rivas!"

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Jose de Wit

Immigration lawyer

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Ryan Lamchick

Unknown lawyer

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Nenad Milosevic

Immigration lawyer

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Matthew Baldwin

Insurance lawyer

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Victor Ruiz

Personal injury lawyer

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Joseph Glace

Insurance lawyer

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Andrew Vargas

Insurance lawyer

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Daniel Palugyai

Immigration lawyer

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Elina Santana

Immigration lawyer

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Carlos Trujillo

Litigation lawyer

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Anthony Hevia

Personal injury lawyer

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Saman Movassaghi

Immigration lawyer

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Sasha Berdeguer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Katie Curiel

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Daniel Sibirsky

Immigration lawyer

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Juliana Lamardo

Immigration lawyer

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Yoel Molina

Criminal defense lawyer

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Yunior Pineiro

Immigration lawyer

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Lizette Sierra

Immigration lawyer

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Jose Guerrero

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell Ratings Services

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Up & Comer, Florida Legal Elite

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner, Isa Law PA

2016 - 2018

Attorney, Trujillo Vargas Gonzalez Hevia LLP

2016 - 2019

Attorney, Vargas Gonzalez Hevia Baldwin LLP

2010 - 2016

Attorney, Aigen & Velazquez, P.A.

2010 - 2010

Associate, Adams & Adams

2008 - 2008

Associate, Law Office of Eran Ben Ezra, P.A.

2008 - 2010

Associate, Rudd & Diamond, Pa

2007 - 2008

Assistant State Attorney, Miami Dade State Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

The Foundation for Education and a Lifetime of Leadership Through Art (FELLA)

Board Member

2013 - Present

National Association of Professional Women

2013 - Present

Women's Fund Young Professionals

2010 - Present

Dade County Bar Association

2010 - Present

Cuban American Bar Association

2008 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Education

2007

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

2004

University of Miami

BA

Speaking Engagements

2010

CLE Luncheon

Driver Licenses and Immigration

Publications

2006

Penn State Dickinson Agricultural Law Resource & Reference Center Understanding Public Utilities Taking

2006

Agricultural Law Update Pennsylvania: New ecoterrorism law

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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