Maria-Fernanda Melgarejo

Maria-Fernanda Melgarejo

also known as M. Fernanda, Melgarejo

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 10 years

Immigration Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Business

801 Brickell Ave., 9th Floor, Miami, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 10 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2015

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Location

Ainsworth + Clancy, PLLC

801 Brickell Ave., 9th Floor, Miami, FL, 33131

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25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrea | November 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excelentes

Son un equipo muy profesional con un trato exquisito en todos los ámbitos!! Nuestra visa E2 ha sido aprobada, sobretodo, por la buena asesoría y seguimiento que hemos tenido de todo el equipo!! Son maravillos y solo tenemos palabras de agradecimiento

Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly Professional and Outstanding Service

I had the privilege of working with Fernanda and her outstanding team at Melga Law, and I cannot speak highly enough of their exceptional service. They helped me obtain my EB-1A visa and Green Card in record time. Their professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail were second to none. From ...our first consultation, I knew I was in good hands. Fernanda took the time to understand my unique situation and needs, and they worked tirelessly to ensure that all aspects of my application were thoroughly prepared and submitted on time. Throughout the entire process, they were always available to answer any questions I had and provide guidance and support. Their communication was clear, prompt, and always professional, which gave me the confidence and peace of mind I needed during what could have been a stressful time. Thanks to Fernanda and her team, I was able to obtain my EB-1A visa and Green Card, and I could not have done it without their expertise and dedication. I highly recommend this law firm to anyone in need of immigration services, and I am grateful for their outstanding work.

Posted by Mark | February 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great service!!!

Fernanda is an amazing Imigration lawyer. She was the best. All was clear, quick and very easy to understand. I would recommend her service to anybody who has the intention on moving to the EEUU.

Posted by Tammy | February 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Executive Assistant

Maria-Fernanda Malgarejo went over and above in making sure my case was handled and completed in the most professional way and in a timely manner.. The details and attention that was required for this particular case, she covered and meticulously completed. She took her time explaining and was incre...dibly patient and precise in her work

Posted by Miguel V. | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Top Notch. You´ll be fortunate to have your case handled by her.

As an aspiring Mexican filmmaker I knew my chances were slim when trying to apply for a green card for the USA. A career in the arts is not always the easier one to justify as important, specially to immigration services. From the beginning I decided I wanted to apply for a EB-1 visa instead of the s...impler “artist” ones that are not for immigration. I wanted to have the chance to be a resident and not just a visitor. In the beginning I contacted five different attorneys and at the end I decided I would work with Jacob Ratzan´s firm. I was fortunate enough for my case to land on Fernanda´s hands. She is the most professional, understanding, patient, thoughtful, hard working and attentive collaborator I ever had in legal matters. Her services and attitude made me feel appreciated and confident since she was someone who really was honestly rooting for my case to come through. And that´s something money alone can´t buy. Immigration is a nerve wracking and exhausting process. My case took almost two years but at every point, Jacob and Fernanda made me feel appreciated and like a human being. Their hard work, experience and guidance on this grueling process was invaluable and I´ll never forget how much they helped me. After all the hard work and everything invested on it, my case dossier was thicker than the yellow pages book and fortunately the outcome was positive: My application for a EB-1 Immigration Visa was successfully approved. I could not believe it. They say it only takes one person to believe in you so you can make a change in the world. I know these people´s work changes the lives of those who are blessed of having the chance of having their cases on their hands. And for being one of them, I´ll always be grateful.

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"I endorse this lawyer. Fernanda is a knowledgeable and prepared immigration attorney who cares about her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

Dean's Merit Scholarship, University of Miami School of Law

2007

Graduate Scholarship for Latin American, Fundacion Carolina

2006

Dean's List, Universidad Nacional de Asuncion

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate Attorney, Jacob L. Ratzan, P.A.

Sample of Legal Cases

Foreign worker in specialty occupations

Approval

Green Card based on extraordinary ability

Approval

Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver

Approval

Specialized Knowledge Professional

Approval

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Education

2013

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Universidad de Salamanca

Master

2006

Universidad Nacional de Asuncion

Law Degree

Speaking Engagements

2016

STATUS MIGRATORIO Y VISADOS EN LOS EE.UU. U.S. Immigration Laws

2016

E-2 and EB-5: Immigration laws for international investors

U.S. Immigration Laws

Languages

English

Spanish

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