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Angel Fermin Leal Jr.

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  • Doral, FL
  • Licensed for 28 years
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Angel Fermin Leal Jr.
Angel Fermin Leal Jr.
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About Angel

¡Su Abogado y Amigo! Angel F. Leal, Jr., P.A. is a full service law firm and top immigration lawyer on Caso Cerrado.

In addition to my private practice, I previously served as the Special Master for Code Enforcement Hearings for the City of Hialeah, Florida from 2005 until 2012.  Prior to returning to private practice, I was Assistant City Attorney for the City of Hialeah, Florida from January 2001 through April 2004.  Subsequently I have been engaged by the City of Hialeah Law Department as an expert witness in immigration matters.       

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Practice areas

OtherChild supportChild custodyDivorce and separationImmigration
  1. Immigration: 50%

    Practice in all areas of immigration law including removal cases, detained aliens, appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals, Administrative Appeals Office, family and employment based immigration, consular processing, Motions to Reopen, adjustment of status, naturalization, alien relative petitions, reentry permits and travel documents, emplyment authorizations, all criminal waivers, immigration court proceedings, all employment based visas such as E visas, L visas, H visas, O & P visas

    25 years

  2. Divorce and separation: 25%

    All areas of family law including dissolution of marriage, alimony, distribution of marital assets and liabilities, qualified domestic relations orders, children's issues such as child support, relocation, parenting plans, timesharing, domestic violence cases, paternity cases, child support enforcement cases, modifications, adoptions, name changes, enforcement proceedings, income deduction orders, state disbursement unit orders, and all domestic realtions matters, contested & uncontested cases

    27 years

  3. Child custody: 10%

    Prepare Parenting Plans and Timesharing Agreements as well as representation in cases involving parental relocation issues

    27 years

  4. Child support: 8%

    Calculate child support based on Florida's Child Suppoirt Guidelines/ Prepare Income Deduction Orders and Orders for Payment of Child Support through State Disbursement Unit

    27 years

  1. Real estate: 5%

    Prepare Purchase and Sale Contracts and represent parties at settlements or closings

    27 years

  2. Family: 1%

  3. Wills and living wills: 1%

Languages spoken

Spanish

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Contact

Angel F. Leal, Jr., P.A.

2001 NW 107 Avenue
Suite 230
Doral, FL, 33172

Website
https://www.angelleal.com/ 

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing199306/11/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers5
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2018
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2017
Super LawyerSuperLawyers2016
Recognition for Community EventWest Gables HealthCare Center2014
Career Day Certificate of AppreciationPinecrest Elementary School2011
Cert of Appreciation Program PresentationSida Ayer-Hoy-Manana2006
Appreciation PlaqueCity of Hialeah Law Department2004
Appreciation AwardNatl Assoc of Hispanic Public Administrators2004
Certificate of AppreciationHialeah Middle School2003
Pro Bono Service AwardPut Something Back1993
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PrincipalAngel F. Leal, Jr., P.A.2011 - Present
Member/ManagerLopez-Cisneros and Leal, LLC2004 - 2010
Assistant City AttorneyCity of Hialeah, Florida2001 - 2004
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember2014 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaN/A2003 - 2003
American Bar AssociationN/A1993 - 1995
Cuban American Bar AssociationN/A1993 - 1993
The American Inns of Court FoundationPupil1990 - 1991
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
www.anamariapolo.netLa Ley 245(i) 02/28/20132013
www.anamariapolo.netEl plan del Presidente Obama para la reforma inmigratoria 02/21/20132013
www.anamariapolo.netEl Permiso de Reingreso para Residentes Permanentes Legales 02/05/20132013
www.anamariapolo.netBoletin de Visas para febrero 2013 01/30/20132013
www.anamariapolo.netNaturalization and Form N-648 02/29/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netNew Version of Form I-693 02/21/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netObama Administration & Deferred Action Announcement 06/19/122012
www.anamariapolo.netSB-1 Visa for Returning Residents 03/06/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netMandatory Detention 04/23/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netSexual Assault and Immigration 04/16/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netWhat Happens to the Children of Deported Parents? 04/10/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netCan a New President Change Immigration Regulations 08/25/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netCitizenship Denied after In-Vitro Birth 04/02/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netWhich Asylum Applications are Successful? 08/15/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netDream Act 03/14/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netGay Marriage and Immigration 05/15/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netPadilla - A Case that can Affect Immigrant's Rights 05/08/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netAutomatic Acquisition of U.S. Citizenship by operation of law 04/30/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netDomestic Violence and Immigration 03/26/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netProvisional Waiver for Illegal Presence for Certain Immediate Relatives of U.S. Citizens 02/13/20122012
www.anamariapolo.netConsequences of Failing to Comply with Removal Order 07/6/20122012
Angel F. Leal, Jr., P.A. BlogWidowers of Deceased Citizens of United States2011
www.angelleal.com BlogThe Dream Act/Alternatives for Now2011
www.angelleal.com - BlogDream Act2011
Angel F. Leal, Jr., P.A. BlogCuban Adjustment for Those Born at Guantanamo Bay Naval Base 03/17/20112011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Georgetown University Law CenterJuris Doctor1991
University of MiamiBachelor of Arts1988
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Noticias Univision Fin de SemanaCuba podria aceptar repatriaciones de EEUU 07/18/20152015
Noticias Univision 02/11/2015Justice for Immigrant Attacked by Border Patrol Agent2015
Caso CerradoSexual orientation employment discrimination2014
Caso Cerrado Edicion EstelarDeportada Sin Hija 02/13/20132013
Caso CerradoEspanola Busca Venganza 02/12/20132013
a Fondo con Sevcec 06/06/2013Monitoreo por Inmigracion2013
Teresa en Vivo 08/14/2012When and how should you renew your alien registration card 08/14/20122012
Teresa en VivoJames Holmes Case & Insanity Defense 7/28/20122012
Teresa en VivoImmigration & Sealing/Expunging Criminal Records w/Miami-Dade County State Atty's Office Rep 06/16/20122012
Teresa en VivoObama Deferred Action plan for Dreamers 06/23/20122012
Teresa en VivoSupreme Court decision on Arizona Immigration Law 06/30/20122012
Teresa en VivoCriminal Records and Immigration 06/17/122012
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 07/18/2012Abused & Undocumented2012
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 03/17/2012Undocumented Alien Victim of Crime U Visa2012
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 02/23/2012Burned Lady with No Immigration Status2012
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 01/12/2012Ten Questions for Immigration2012
Caso Cerrado Edicion Estelar 10/12/2012Militza Abusada y Destrozada 10/12/20122012
Caso Cerrado Edicion Estelar 08/25/2012Padre luchando por hijos abusados2012
Caso Cerrado Edicion Estelar 06/20/2012Amante Pide Residencia2012
Caso Cerrado Edicion EstelarA Father's Love for Immigration Papers 07/29/20122012
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 9/20/2011Immigration & Same Sex Marriages2011
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 9/16/11Internet Gossip Sites, First Amendment & Defamation2011
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 9/09/2011Residential Foreclosures & Tenant Rights2011
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 8/26/11Human Trafficking, Visa Fraud, & Fiancee Petitions2011
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 11/09/2011Son Sexually Abused2011
Caso Cerrado Special Edition 08/26/2011Labor Law/ Wages & Tips for Waitresses & Termination of Employment2011
Caso Cerrado Edicion EstelarCuban Adjustment Case 04/27/20112011
Caso Cerrado 08/22/2011Where am I from? Girl Born in Guantanamo Bay U.S. Naval Base2011
Caso Cerrado 08/18/2011"Disabled Brazilian Child"2011
Caso Cerrado 08/03/2011"Minor in Films"2011
Caso Cerrado 07/19/2011Hatred of Illegals2011
Caso Cerrado 07/05/2011Arrested for Not Paying Debt2011
Caso Cerrado 05/10/2011Tired of Waiting for the Dream Act2011
Caso Cerrado 04/05/2011Internet Marriage Sites2011
Career DayLawyers and Immigration2011
Caso Cerrado Edicion Estelar 11/08/2010Domestic Violence Self Petitions under VAWA2010
Caso Cerrado 10/14/2010The Girl from Guantanamo2010
Caso Cerrado 06/17/2010First World Shortages2010
Conferencia HispanaHIV/Aids and Immigration Issues2006
XXXVIII Brazil/Miami Prog Munipal Public AdmJudicial System of the United States2004
IX ANNUAL CONFERENCEHispanics: An Emerging Majority2004
Career DayThe Practice of Law2003
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
In the Matter of XXX-XXX-XXX Immigration Court Miami, FloridaGrant EOIR-42B pending Visa # availability
In the Removal Case of XXXWaiver under 212(h) & Adjustment under 245 of the INA Granted
In the Matter of XXX - Immigration Ct Orlando, FL 08/15/2012Adjustment granted by USCIS on 3/16/2012 & Removal Proceedings terminated on 08/15/2012
In the Matter of XXX - Immigration Ct Miami, FL 07-13-2012LPR Cancellation of Removal Granted.
In the Matter of XXX - Board of Immigration Appeals-04/30/2012BIA reversed IJ's 2/16/2010 ruling & found ROP did not establish a "Reason to Believe" Respondent was engaged in drug trafficking/ proceedings remanded for new decision
In the Matter of XXX-XXX-XXX Imm Ct Miami, FLLPR Cancellation of Removal Granted
In the Matter of XXX - USCIS Miami Field OfficeN-336 Granted
In the Matter of XXX-XXX-XXX Imm Ct Miami, FLTPS granted by Immigration Court in Miami, Florida
In the Matter of X Imm Ct San Diego/USCIS Chula Vista, CAAdjustment of Status granted by USCIS after Court termination of Proceedings
In the Matter of XXX USCIS Hialeah Filed OfficeGranted
In The Matter of XXX/Asylum Office Miami ,FLAsylum Granted
Mortgage Foreclosure Action Miami-Dade County, FLMotion to Dismiss Granted
In the Matter of XXX-XXX-XXX Imm Ct Miami, FLNon-LPR Cancellation Granted-Client is LPR
In the Matter of XXX-XXX-XXX Imm Ct Miami, FLNon-LPR Cancellation of Removal Granted; Client is LPR
In the Matter of XXX-XXX-XXX Immigration Court in Miami, FL212 (h) (1) (B) Waiver Granted by Immigration Judge
In the matter of XXX-XXX-XXX Imm Ct Orlando, FLLPR Cancellation of Removal Granted by IJ
AXXX-XXX-XXX Immigration Court Miami, FLAdjustment of Status under NACARA s. 202 Granted by Imm. Judge
AXXX-XXX-XXX Miami Immigration CourtMotion to Reopen Sua Sponte by the Court granted
AXXX-XXX-XXX Board of Immigration AppealsAppeal sustained, proceedings reopened, & record remanded
AXXX XXX XXX USCIS Miami Field OfficeLPR status granted under Cuban Adj Act
IN RE: XXXXXX File: AXXX XXX XXX – Oakdale, LARemoval Proceedings terminated/LPR status maintained
AXXX XXX XXX - USCIS Administrative Appeals OfficeAppeal sustained & waiver granted/Client LPR
AXX XXX XXX USCIS Administraive Appeals OfficeMotion to Reopen Granted & Waiver not Required

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Brilliant attorney and all around wonderful human being

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After consulting with the top immigration attorneys in Miami (Kurzban, Osberg-Braun) I settled on Mr. Leal's former partner Mrs. Lopez-Cisneros who passed the case to Mr. Leal. This was a complicated case which could have resulted in deportation. I was very impressed with Mr.Leal's knowledge of the law and his diligence and I followed him to his solo practice. Through out the case Mr. Leal kept me fully informed. The outcome of the case was very positive and I fully attribute it to Mr Leal's work. Besides being an outstanding attorney, Mr Leal is also a caring and warm human being, which is a pleasure to work with no matter the circumstances.

Etica Profesional.

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Recomiendo ampliamente al Doctor en Derecho Angel Leal, ya que como profesional es sumamente y eticamente responsable; su virtud el de escuchar a su cliente y preguntar, no dar por asentado algun hecho y regirse por su honestidad, tales cualidades son dificiles de encontrar. En mejores manos no pudo haber estado mi asunto de inmigracion. Su sinceridad que demuestra en su participacion en el ya famoso programa televisivo Caso Cerrado, fue lo que me motivo para buscar su ayuda legal; gracias a su labor legal del Dr. Angel Legal fue exitoso mi caso de inmigracion. Muchas Gracias ! Dr. Angel Leal.

“Excelente Abogado “

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Quiero recomendar al Abogado Ángel Leal y su grupo de trabajo por hacer una maravillosa gestión en mi proceso migratorio, ya que fui víctima de estafa por otro grupo de abogados, el cual me hicieron perder mi estatus legal aquí dentro de los EEUU, con un alto índice de probabilidades de que fuera deportado, pero gracias a Ángel y su equipo tan profesional pudieron solventar mi situación y lograron regresarme mi estatus demostrando que realmente fui víctima. De verdad lo recomiendo como uno de los mejores abogados que puede haber.
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Los más profesionales

Posted by

El único grupo de abogados que me dieron la esperanza de poder legalizar mi situación en USA , y después de un largo proceso lo lograron , mil gracias Dr. Ángel Leal y muy especialmente Dra. Sandy Pineda , nunca los olvidare .
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El MEJOR DE TODOS.

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El abogado Angel Leal y su firma me representaron en un proceso muy dificil en el cual casi me deportaron, despues de haber consultado tres abogados anteriores la firma del abogado Leal fueron los unicos que pudieron darme una esperanza con su profesionalismo y dedicacion que los caracteriza en todos los sentidos. La abogada Sandy Pineda fue mi guia, representante y asesora en este proceso, que fue largo y tedioso .Pero con su gran profesionalismo, y dedicacion hacia mi caso todo fue posoble gracias a ella y el abogado Angel Leal. Nuevamente quiero agradecer rotundamente a la abogada Sandy Pineda y la firma del abogado Angel Leal por todas sus atenciones hacia mi caso que parecia imposible pero no inalcazable.
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Excellent professional service

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I would recommend Angel Leal and his team for any immigration case, Angel Leal and his entire team proved to be very knowledgeable and professional. From the moment I first consulted with him, he guided me and my wife through right path to follow and all through the process, they provided me with constant updates and guidance. Although not every case is the same, technically speaking, they have the expertise to handle from the “simple” cases to the most complex cases. Angel Leal’s staff were always very amiable and professional.
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Ángel Leal es el mejor!

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Mi esposo y yo contratamos los servicios de Ángel Leal para asistirnos con una solicitud de visa basada en empleo. Desde el primer momento él fue muy receptivo, profesional y amable. Creo que su experiencia y su calidad humana se convierten en sus más importantes atributos. Definitivamente cualquiera que quiera sentirse seguro y atendido por un verdadero equipo profesional, debe sin duda contratar a Ángel Leal.
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Honest!

Posted by

I used Mr Leal Jr. from 2003 - 2006 and he was amazing. I needed legal assistance and after all these years I went looking for him. He cares about his reputation and only works with you after giving you all of the facts... He will only help you if he thinks that he can really help and not just for the money. I highly recommend him to anyone that need legal help with immigration.
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Hired attorney

Excelente Abogado.... lo recomiendo ampliamente.

Posted by

El Doctor Angel Leal y su grupo de colaboradores hacen un trabajo excelente ademas de ser muy competentes y profesionales, atendiendo mi caso personalmente y resolviendo de manera inteligente, rápida y muy profesional. En lo personal el Dr. Angel es una persona, honesta, sincero, capaz, profesional, amable y con una calidad humana increible. El Dr. Leal siempre preocupado en buscar una solución positiva y satisfactoria para mi caso. Así mismo recomiendo ampliamente al Dr. Leal y su Grupo de profesionales para cualquier servicio legal en referencia. Gracias Dr. Leal. Franco
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Best human being

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Honestly I don't have words to describe how amazing DR Angel Leal was and still doing I. His career and experience is amazing. Since my case was 50/50 to happen or not , incredible he did a great job. Highly recommend it and also thank to make this happen.
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Attorney endorsements

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David Chonin, Immigration Attorney on Nov 6, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Angel is extremely knowledgeable in many areas of the law. He is the first attorney I think of when it comes to immigration and family law. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.

Lizette Sierra, Immigration Attorney on May 16, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Professional, compassionate, hardworking and caring lawyer. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer.

Veronica Scardina, Immigration Attorney on Oct 12, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I proudly endorse this lawyer. He is highly skilled, knowledgeable, passionate and above all, ethical.

Mark Steinberg, Immigration Attorney on Sep 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Leal since he was an Assistant City Attorney for the City of Hialeah. He is careful and deliberate and looks out for his clients.

Pedro Miranda, Immigration Attorney on May 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Leal for many years and he practiced before me when I was an immigration judge. I always found him to be a knowledgeable, effective and well prepared advocate for his clients.

Armando Montalvo, General practice Attorney on Feb 28, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Nicolas Olano, Immigration Attorney on Jun 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Hans Burgos, Immigration Attorney on Dec 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Mr. Leal since the time I was an immigration prosecutor at INS. He is an attorney of excellent reputation, integrity and knowledge in immigration law. I am very happy to endorse him in Avvo.

Jeffrey Hess, Immigration Attorney on Apr 11, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. i work with lots of fellow lawyers and Angel knows his stuff. He was considerate to the clients i referred and acted with concern for their needs and got an excellent result for them. As the referring attorney he made our office look good too. Kudos Mr leal.

Cynthia Hernandez, Immigration Attorney on Mar 31, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Leal's knowledge, proficiency, and excellence in the practice area of immigration has always impressed me and I do not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of assistance. His rapport with his clients is also notable as they, too, recognize he is genuine in his interest in helping others, a professional in every respect. I heartily endorse this lawyer not only as an authority on immigration issues, but I also endorse him in the areas of family law and real estate transactions. You are in good hands with Angel F. Leal, Jr., Esq., without a doubt.

Jose Carrillo, Immigration Attorney on Feb 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Leal enjoys an excellent reputation within the legal community in Sth Florida in the area of immigration law as well as family law. He's always done a great job on cases referred to him by our firm.

James Hannon, Immigration Attorney on Feb 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Angel Leal is a great lawyer. He knows the law and is great with people. He is also a passionate advocate. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

Karen Callejo, Immigration Attorney on Feb 18, 2011
Relationship: Friend

Angel Leal is an outstanding attorney. He is bright, hard-working, and passionate about the law and his clients' cases. We first met when I started practicing immigration law over 14 years ago. Over the years, we have worked on cases together, have worked together at the same firm, and have developed a strong friendship. He is not only a fine attorney, but a fine person as well. His reputation in the community as a knowledgable and effective litigator is well deserved. I highly recommend Angel to anyone seeking assistance with immigration, family, or other legal matters.

Laurence Schwartz, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Angel Leal was opposing counsel in a divorce case. I discovered that he is a careful, collaborative professional that works toward solutions while protecting his client's interests. He is also top-notch immigration attorney. He is a great lawyer and has become a good friend.

Michael Dujovne, Immigration Attorney on Feb 17, 2011
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer. He goes the extra mile for his clients.

Robert Kelly, Immigration Attorney on Feb 17, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Ethical. Character is beyond reproach. A skilled attorney. Has never let our referred clients down. A+.

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