Nicole Alvarez

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Nicole Alvarez

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family

1600 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Suite 1015, Coral Gables, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Nicole

Biography

The right immigration attorney makes all the difference. Call now for a consultation.

The right criminal defense attorney makes all the difference. Call now for a consultation.

Experienced and highly dedicated attorney who will fight for your rights.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 34%

A criminal defense is a strategic argument that attempts to challenge the validity and sufficiency of the prosecutions evidence. In the field of criminal law, there are a variety of conditions that will tend to negate elements of a crime (particularly the intent element), known as defenses. The label may be apt in jurisdictions where the accused may be assigned some burden before a tribunal. With this being said, we specialize in criminal defense and will do our best to protect your rights in ev

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Family 33%

I handle all areas of family law including divorces, child custody, child support, adoptions and many more.

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Immigration 33%

My practice handles all areas of immigration law including visas, citizenship, residency, asylums, and court hearings.

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Nicole Alvarez P.A.

1600 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Suite 1015, Coral Gables, FL, 33134

nicolealvarezpa.com

Online Presence

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Nicole Alvarez's Reviews

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Posted by Thomas B. | April 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing !

I hired Nicole as my attorney in an Immigration case. Nicole showed compassion and was very professional at any given time. She was there for me at all times and really cares about her clients, she also goes above and beyond, something very unique for Miami where a lot of Lawyers just trying to rip y...ou off and don’t care at all. Nicole was different and I could have not worked with a more capable and knowledgeable attorney. Thank you Nicole !

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Helped with my Divorce-Great Family Law Attorney

I don't like to write reviews but Ms. Alvarez definitely deserves one. She helped with my divorce and I couldn't have been happier with the outcome. Working with her was seamless. Setting up the appointment was painless and she always easy to communicate with. She was extremely informative and str...aight forward in my consultation, which I appreciated. Responsive to my emails and extremely knowledgably in family law. I would definitely refer her to any of my friends and colleagues in the future.

Posted by Mark | May 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Legal Help

I highly recommend Attorney Nicole Alvarez for counsel and legal representation on immigration matters. She is an invaluable and trusted attorney at law. Finding the right attorney to guide you or someone you care about is very serious, challenging, and intimidating. You need an attorney with a tr...ack record who will provide solid counsel to help guide the way through complex laws and legal precedent; who is evidence-based; who will prepare you; who understands the choices and potential pitfalls—and can explain it all in plain language so you can put your best foot forward. You need someone who can skillfully navigate the path, timelines, and paperwork. Once you have a trusted attorney, you gain peace of mind knowing you have an advocate to help you succeed. Based on my experience, Attorney Alvarez exemplifies the best of the legal profession. She is all that I described above: professional, knowledgeable, and skilled. She listens and provides clear no-nonsense counsel. She is patient and encouraging, focused and determined. Most of all, Nicole Alvarez is caring. She cares about the community and she cares about people and the challenges they face. That is the first thing I learned about Nicole after we discussed our case. She made success possible. Having someone skilled on our side has been essential to our success, but having someone who also cares about the outcome has been invaluable.

Posted by Maria | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review

Nicole Alvarez has done an excellent job for my husband and I. My husband was detained once we returned from a vacation due to an arrest in 1998. She explained to us in detail what we needed to do. She has communicated to us at any moment that we have needed her. Immigration called my husband to ...sign paperwork and she met us at the site and was very punctual. She helped him get through an arrest. She is just very reassuring for us. We feel very comfortable with her and are very glad we chose her to represent us.

Posted by Tania | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Deliver excellent service

I consulted and hired attorney Nicole Alvarez for her expertise in inmigration matters. She and her team deliver excellent service and submitted all paperwork on time to the inmigration office. Recently this week on 2/21/18 we had the interview, my wife got her residency (adjustment of status via ma...rriage to a US citizen). All this process took 11 months. I will gladly recommend attorney Nicole Alvarez.

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Nicole Alvarez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jesika Munar

Immigration lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nicole and I have worked together on several matters and I have also referred my family, friends and clients to her, always without hesitation. Those that I have referred to her have given me glowing"

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Mario Louis

Immigration lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Friend

"I strongly endorse Mrs. Nicole Alvarez, Esq. as an excellent Immigration Attorney. Mrs. Alvarez has a great amount of knowledge in all areas of Immigration Law and is very passionate about her work. Mrs. Alvarez is very intelligent and has a very resourceful mind. Mrs. Alvarez is committed to providing the best legal representation to meet her client's immigration goals. I am very confident that Mrs. Alvarez will do her upmost to provide the best result possible for all her clients. Mrs. Alvarez truly cares for the well being of her clients and provides excellent customer service. Mrs. Alvarez provides a valuable service to our community and legal profession is honored to have her as a member."

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Gina Chevallier

Immigration lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicole is a thorough and conscientious advocate for her clients. I can rest assured when my office refers clients to her that they will be treated with the utmost care."

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Mireya DeJesus

Immigration lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicole is an ethical, hard working attorney who places the interests of her clients before her own."

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Lillian Ser

Immigration lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicole is an extremely professional and competent attorney. She is very responsive and takes the utmost care of her clients. I endorse Nicole for both immigration and criminal defense work without hesitation."

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Sandra Upegui

Immigration lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is very professional and knowledgeable in her field. She will handle your matter with top priority."

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Manuel Herrera

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very capable and effective."

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Eduardo Landrau

Immigration lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicole earns my endorsement for her high professional and personal standards. I have known Nicole for approximately one year. In this short time, she has demonstrated her commitment to go above and beyond for clients and her community."

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Larry Mcguinness

Immigration lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A consummate lawyer that puts the interests of her clients 1st. Always aware of her Clients goals and the best ways to achieve such goals. Hire her"

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Oleg Otten

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicole Alvarez is a very strong and experienced attorney who works hard to achieve justice for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Jones

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nicole Alvarez is a fantastic attorney who I would not hesitate to refer a criminal defense or immigration matter to. She is experienced, personable and trustworthy."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

2018

10 Best Attorneys of 2018, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner/Owner, Nicole Alvarez P.A.

2015 - 2016

Litigation Attorney, Cole, Scott & Kissane, PA

2013 - 2014

Litigation Attorney, Brock & Scott

2012 - 2013

Litigation Attorney, Choice Legal Group

2005 - 2012

Prosecutor, State Attorney's Office Broward County

Associations

2020 - Present

City of Miami LGBTQ Advisory Board

Board Member

2019 - Present

Miami Dade Women's Chamber of Commerce

Member

2018 - Present

Miami Dade County Hispanic Advisory Board

Member

2017 - Present

National Association of Professional Women

Member

2016 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Committee Member

2015 - Present

GALLA

Member

2005 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2015 - 2019

BNI

Membership Committee

Education

2005

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

On Point with Rachel Tourgeman Family Law

2020

4WARD AMERICAS LGBTQI HUMAN RIGHTS, BUSINESS EXPO & LIFE SYMPOSIUM

LGBTQI Immigration and Assylum Seeking

2019

New Face of Aging

LGBT and the Elderly

2018

University of Miami

The panel was a conversation with distinguished, diverse legal professionals of our community, who will share their experiences with intersectionality and stories of overcoming the barriers they faced on the path to success.

2018

Breaking the Glass Ceiling Conference Success

2016

Ser & Associates Lunch and Learn

The Ins & Outs of Business Immigration How to obtain legal status in the US via a business venture

Publications

2017

Clarity_Palette Cold as ICE

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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