James P. Gagel

James P. Gagel

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 42 years

Immigration Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Business, Franchising

255 Aragon Ave, 2nd Floor, Coral Gables, FL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Immigration 70%

Visas for Entrepreneurs, Investors, Professionals, Artists, and Families. U.S. Residence, U.S. Citizenship, Waivers.Visas para Empresarios, Inversionistas, Profesionales, Artistas y Familias. Residencia Estadounidense, Ciudadanía Americana, Perdones. Trabajamos en los 50 Estados de los Estados Unidos y en todas las Embajadas Estadounidenses a nivel mundial. We work in all 50 States of the United States and in all U.S. Embassies worldwide.

40 years

70%
Business 15%

We provide all your business and corporate needs. Ofrecemos a los empresarios todos los servicios legales/corporativos que necesitan.

40 years

15%
Franchising 15%

19 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 42 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1983

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 42 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1983

Suspended

No misconduct found

Location

Gagel Law Firm

255 Aragon Ave, 2nd Floor, Coral Gables, FL, 33134

Gagel Law Firm

601 13 St. N.W., 11th Floor, Washington, DC, 2005

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James P. Gagel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (19)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Alex | May 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

So professional

He was our lawyer who helped us to obtain the permanent resident card. His team was always on top of everything calling us to ask for whatever needed to be done. Sometimes with a simple phone call sometimes via email or via zoom conference.

Posted by Patrick | May 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Completely Satisfied

James and his team were always available for our immigration process. Price was right on, service was great, he was patient, answered all questions, was encouraging and friendly. We knew from the beginning we hired the right lawyer, and he never let us down through the entire process. He made the str...ess LESS stressful.

Posted by Angelo | May 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Transfer on B1 to F1 visa

It took a lot of time, but we reached the final objective. Very professional and helpful on the process.

Posted by Fabian Prieto | May 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Green Card

No words, he is the best lawyer that I could pick for my process, professional, his group of people is the most prepared 100% recommended,

Posted by Miriam | March 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

GREAT IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY

Jame is an outstanding and professional attorney. He is very kind, empathic, and patient, which helped make this otherwise complicated process seamless. I would highly recommend James for any immigration issues you have.

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James P. Gagel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Jeffrey

Immigration lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent and zealous advocate for his high level clients, and a benefit to the profession. In my opinion he of Miami's best business immigration attorneys."

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Solimar Santos

Immigration lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James P. Gagel is extremely knowledgeable in the field of immigration law, with many years of experience. He maintains his client's best interests throughout representation."

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Jermaine Lee

Immigration lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gagel is undeniably one of the top go to immigration attorneys in South Florida. Clients I referred to him still rave about his work ethic and commitment to helping them resolve their immigration issues. I highly recommend Mr. Gagel."

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Jermaine Lee

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Solimar Santos

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Certificate of Appreciation as Trade Mission Event Speaker, Export Americas Corp.

2015

Certificate of Appreciation as Trade Mission Event Speaker, Export Americas Corp.

2014

Certificate of Appreciation as Event Speaker, Florida Foreign Trade Association

2013

Certificate of Appreciation as Event Speaker, Florida Foreign Trade Association

1989

Fulbright Scholar, Fulbright Commission

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Owner, Gagel Law Firm

2000 - 2002

General Counsel, Fiera Group, Inc.

1999 - 2000

General Counsel, FinacialWeb.com, Inc.

1990 - 1998

Owner, Gagel Law Firm

Associations

2017 - Present

American Chamber of Commerce

Member

2016 - Present

Latin Chamber of Commerce of the United States (CAMACOL)

Corporate Member

2016 - Present

Caribbean Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Business, International, and Labor Law Sections

2005 - Present

Miami-Dade County Bar Association

Business & International Law Sections

2003 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

Attorney Member

1983 - 1998

Sisters of Charity (Mother Teresa's Order)

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re: Too Funky Corporation, Administrative Appeals Office

Successfully proved on appeal that my client qualifed for Lawful Permanent Residence (Green Card) as a Multinational Executive or Manager.

State of Florida v. Jorge Garrido No. 3D-1109 (Fla. 3rd DCA 2010)

Defendant's conviction successfully vacated, enabling him to maintain his Permanent Residence and avoid deportation

Avila v. United States Attorney General

Successfully argued that the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals had jurisdiction to review my client's case.

Aronsohn v. Mandara, 98 N.J. 42 (1984)

The N.J. Supreme Court upheld the cliam that a contractor may be held liable for failing to perform in a workmanlike manner, remanding the case for further findings by the trial court.

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Education

1982

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Oxford University

International Law Program

1979

American University

MS - Master of Science

1978

Duke University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Universidad Inter-Americana

Spanish Language Program

Speaking Engagements

2017

Mision Hondurena a CAMACOL Miami

El Sistema Americano de Inmigracion

2017

Mision Bolivariana a CAMACOL Miami

Opciones para Empresarios y Profesionales en los EE.UU.

2016

Venezuelan Business Club Monthly Featured Speaker

Good News for Business Immigration Buenas Noticias para Inmigración Empresarial

2016

NTN24 Cable - La Política Inmigratoria de los Candidatos Presidenciales

La Politica Inmigratoria de los Candidatos Presidenciales

2016

CNN en Espanol

Análisis Legal de la Contienda Presidencial de los EE.UU.

2016

CNN en Espanol

La Politica de Inmigracion de Donald Trump

2016

AMCHAM

Options & Strategies for Investing and Working in the United States

2015

AMCHAM

Options & Strategies for Investing and Working in the United States

2014

AMCHAM

Options & Strategies for Investing and Working in the United States

2010

News Interview

Inmigración de los Latinoamericanos a los Estados Unidos - Latin American Immigration to the United States

Publications

2016

Doral News, Miami, Florida Novedades de Inmigración para Inversionistas y Empresarios

2016

Doral News, Miami, Florida Opciones y Estrategias para Empresarios en Los EE.UU. - Buenas Noticias y Nueva Jurisprudencia

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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