Steven A. Goldstein

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Steven A. Goldstein

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

3401 North Miami Avenue, Suite 235, Miami, FL

About Steven

Biography

Mr. Goldstein, a former INS Prosecutor, is an AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated immigration attorney.

Former Judge and Former Immigration Prosecutors will help in all immigration matters. Call Now

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Former U.S. ICE Trial Attorney represents clients in all immigration matters including deportation defense and visas.

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2015
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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Pozo Goldstein, LLP

3401 North Miami Avenue, Suite 235, Miami, FL, 33127

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5401 South Kirkman Road, Suite 310, Orlando, FL, 32819

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880 Third Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY, 10022

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Steven A. Goldstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

66 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeff | July 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Willing to Go the Distance

We had an employee, Jose, who was charged with a criminal offence that could have put his immigration status in jeopardy. Steve worked closely with the criminal defense council to draft the language that the DA used in the sentencing document. Steve recommended we do this so that if immigration issu...es were to arise later, we would be able to fight to keep Jose in the country. Sure enough, after all the criminal proceedings were done, ICE detained Jose and kept him in custody for two years. I count us as incredibly lucky and blessed to have engaged the services of Steve Goldstein. He had the vision and forethought when we first came to him to put a defendable plan in place. He executed a legal strategy that, in the end, allowed us to prevail. It took two years of fighting and two appeals to the BIA to get the job done – mainly because of how broken the immigration system is and the fact that the judge who heard the case was incredibly conservative. In the end, Jose was one of less than 1.5% of people in his situation to gain cancellation of removal. I credit Steve and the team at the Pozo Goldstein firm with having the insight to put a strategic legal plan in place that saved Jose from deportation. Steve was personally vested in this case. He genuinely cared about the outcome. This was a 10 round, heavy weight fight. We took a lot of punches but with Steve’s perseverance and legal skills, in the end, we came out on top. I can’t thank Steve enough for his hard work and dedication to Jose’s case.

Posted by Adrienne Jankelow | March 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Steven Goldstein delivered results! The proof is in my cancellation

In 2013 I found myself in deportation status. I was completely terrified, as I have lived in the US 30 years. I have children here, a business, a home and a life. Steven Goldstein came to me very highly recommended. He did not disappoint! he was with me every step of the way, and was immensely kind ...and understanding. He answered questions, returned phone calls and emails without hesitation and truly made me feel as if he cared. I was a human being, and not a case number. We won our case yesterday and a cannot say enough about my amazing experience with him!!

Posted by Susie & Daniel | April 05, 2015 | Immigration

An incredible and highly competent attorney! FIVE STARS!

An incredible and highly competent attorney! He cares very much and he is very available for the ongoing communication processs that is necessary for a successful outcome! Steve Goldstein represented my husband during his immigration process and now he is a U.S. citizen! My husband and I intervie...wed many firms before we chose Pozo Goldstein! It was necessary to have the best because this was going to be his second try for citizenship after another attorney in Miami messed-up so badly on not covering the bases all the way through including the last and final official Immigration interview for citizenship. You don't have to spend the time to find the best...you just did!! We did it for you!!! My name is Susie S. and We live in Broward County, FL where Mr Goldstein also represented my husband.

Posted by Peter | October 16, 2014 | Immigration

Success

I came to Steven with what I thought was a complex issue, but Steven, with his experience went about putting me at ease and explaining a solution that no other attorney had suggested to me which turned out to be a perfect stratergy. Steven has the experience/knowledge and team to make plans a reali...ty. I am so happy I put my trust in Steven....it was worth every dollar and I have the green card to prove it!

Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2013 | Immigration

If You Want Results

We hired Steven Goldstein because he offered us a chance to maybe help us in our immigration issues and when I say maybe its because the previous lawyer I had hired had dismissed my case and told me there was nothing else to be done and my husband would be put on a plane back to the United Kingdom t...he following week. Steven informed me it was a less than 50% chance but it was more than anything else I had been offered, and as many of you well know its a horrible feeling. Last Thursday my husband was released and we still have a ways to go but Steven is a wonderful lawyer who really cares about his clients. The other wonderful thing with him is he stays in contact with you the whole time which is wonderful so you know where you are at , at all times of the case. So our family would like to Thank You very much for everything your have done for us and still continue to do. his staff are very polite, kind , caring and friendly . If you want results then Steven Goldstein is who you need to call.

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Steven A. Goldstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hui Zeng

Immigration lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ravisharon Khunkhun

Immigration lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Steven Goldstein on numerous cases as Co-Counsel as he is highly experienced and committed. He treats his clients with great dignity and integrity which is why I choose to work with him and his law firm."

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Molly Full

Unknown lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Goldstein's number one priority is to protect his clients' best interests and to provide highly knowledgeable, experienced and aggressive representation on their behalf. A highly recommended immigration lawyer."

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Shawn Meade

Immigration lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Burke

Immigration lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr Goldstein's answers on Avvo demonstrate a depth of knowledge of immigration law and a profound ability to analyze complex legal problems. I am happy to endorse him."

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Rebeca Sanchez-Roig

Unknown lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sagi Shaked

Immigration lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steven is a great lawyer."

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Michael Raheb

Immigration lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hans Burgos

Immigration lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Stein

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steven is a highly qualified and successful deportation defense attorney. His career is distinguished in what he has accomplished and how effective he is as an advocate. I highly recommend him and his firm for any immigration work."

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Regan Kruse

Immigration lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked closely with Mr. Goldstein on a wide variety of immigration cases as his paralegal before I attended law school. Because of his professionalism, patience, and attentiveness to clients, he was a great mentor for me. I often assisted Mr. Goldstein with intake appointments, where he treated clients courteously, and candidly explained their options for proceeding. I believe that he has a sincere desire to help clients, and he has an extensive knowledge of immigration law which allows him to effectively guide clients through oftentimes daunting legal processes. I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Goldstein."

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Nicolas Olano

Immigration lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Great counsel. Experience both as a member of the private bar and as a prosecuter with ICE."

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David Edelstein

Immigration lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve is a great friend and even better lawyer. I have referred countless cases to Steve where I need his expert advice in handling my non-citizen client's criminal cases. As a former prosecutor with Homeland Security, I have complete confidence that with him on board I am effectively and competently representing my client. I am on the phone with him at least 2-3 times a week either seeking his advice or referring him a client. I would recommend Steve without hesitation to attorneys, and clients who have criminal immigration issues."

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Ravisharon Khunkhun

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Rebeca Sanchez-Roig

Immigration lawyer

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David Edelstein

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Best Attorney in Weston, Florida, Weston Gazette

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Pozo Goldstein, LLP

2003 - 2009

Partner, R&G, P.A.

2000 - 2003

Trial Attorney, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Associations

2017 - Present

AILA So. FLA HSI Committee

Chair

2008 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Miami-Dade County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Federal District Court - Southern District of Florida

Bar Member

2003 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Officer

1976 - Present

Fraternal Order of Police

Member

Florida Bar

Member

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Education

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Rutgers-The State University, School of Law - Camden

JD - Juris Doctor

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Temple University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

CLE Philadelphia

Immigration Law Fundamentals

2011

Broward Public Defender Lunch and Learn

Immigration Consequences of Crimes

2011

American Bar Association Annual Conference

Padilla v. Kentucky

2010

Immigration Law Update

Immigration Law

2009

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

How to Avoid Adverse Immigration Consequences While Representing Non-U.S. Citizens

Languages

Spanish

English

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