About Melisa
Biography
Melisa Pena is an attorney of Peruvian decent admitted to practice law in Florida and the Southern District of Florida. She received her Juris Doctorate from Florida International University College of Law and received her Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Florida International University. She practices in the area of Family Law, Immigration Law and Civil Litigation. Ms. Pena was a legal intern with the Florida International University Immigration and Human Rights Clinic where she represented low-income immigrant clients in federal immigration court. She advocated on behalf of clients with human rights violations. She assisted in several clinics including TPS, DACA, and Citizenship. and matters before international human rights bodies, U.S. federal courts, and in other contexts. Ms. Pena was a Florida Bar Fellowship recipient. She worked as an intern at Catholic Charities Legal Services, a Pro Bono organization dedicated to providing legal aid to low income individuals with immigration issues. Since law school Ms. Pena has worked directly with detained immigrants in removal proceedings. In her free time, she regularly volunteers with non-profit and community organizations to help indigent and underrepresented immigrant adults and children.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 13 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Jarbath Pena Law Group
717 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Suite. 318, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
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Melisa Pena's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Misael | June 24, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
Excellent lawyer
Melisa is a great lawyer. She took time of her day to answer a couple of questions I had and she answer them right away. I had recently messaged a hand full of lawyers and she was the only one to respond. If you’re looking for a great immigration lawyer she’s the best for you.
Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
Amazing attorney
I consulted Melisa a couples of times and I have always been pleased by her services . She is very knowledgeable , understanding, trustful and kind. Melisa is great as a lawyer but also as a person . I definitely recommend her . Thanks again Melisa !
Posted by Victor | August 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer
Melisa and her team are amazing. Cannot describe in words what a hardworking, dedicated and understanding team she has. They feel like family and the goals I want to accomplish with my case became their goal. Recommend them 100%. Melisa’s knowledge in immigration has helped me understand my case so m...
Posted by Hady | August 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney & very knowledgeable
Melisa is truly a great attorney. She has a wealth of knowledge in immigration rules. She also gave us a lot of time and answered our many questions. We were successful in getting our visas approved thanks to her. I highly recommend her.
Posted by Katia | June 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Caring and professional attorney
Melissa Pena is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney. Everyone at her practice has been very helpful with my husbands immigration case. They always respond within hours of contacting them, always keeping us up to date with any news related to the case. She helped us send an impecable applica...
Melisa Pena's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Melisa Pena is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients as well as her level of experience. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Pena is a rockstar when it comes to immigration law. If you’re visiting her page and trying to decide whether to hire, look no further! Her passion and understanding of immigration law is bar none! She’s who I go to for all the answers I need and who I refer immigration cases on South Florida."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melisa Pena cares about her clients. She is thoughtful and compassionate and looks for creative solutions to your immigration problems."
"Melisa is an excellent immigration attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. I recommend that you call her if you have any questions about any facet of immigration law."
"Melisa is not just a great advocate and attorney, she is also a stellar person who cares about her community. She is intelligent, hardworking, dedicated and knowledgeable. I fully endorse her."
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"Melisa Pena is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is an attorney that acts as if her clients legal matters were her own. I endorse this lawyer."
"A zealous advocate and litigator, Ms. Pena seamlessly fights for her clients rights in the immigration courtroom everyday. She is extremely knowledgeable in this area of law since she has been practicing immigration law through internships on law school and for several prestigious non-profit organizations throughout the greater Miami area. I highly recommend her for any of your immigration needs!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Melisa has an excellent reputation in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2010
Fellowship, Florida Bar
2004
Scholarship Fund Recipient, Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Jarbath Pena Law Group, P.A.
Associations
2017 - Present
New Leaders Council of MiamiFellow
2015 - Present
Hispanic Affairs Advisory BoardBoard Member
2015 - Present
Florida Bar Family Law Section, Membership CommiteeCommittee Member
2013 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Haitian Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionCLE committee member
2008 - 2009
Phi Alpha DeltaTreasurer
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Immigration CLE
2014
Immigration Law
2014
Ethical Governance and Civic Involvement
2014
2012
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Publications
2016
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Melisa earned significant contribution points in 2020.
Legal Answers
How can i apply for US passport for my child?
06 Apr 2023
Below?
28 Jan 2022
I worked with an "energy healer" 1 and a half years ago..still traumatized
18 Jan 2022