Angel Fermin Leal Jr.
also known as Angel Leal, Angel F. Leal
About Angel
Biography
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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Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
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Angel F. Leal, Jr., P.A.
2001 NW 107 Avenue, Suite 230, Doral, FL, 33172
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Angel Fermin Leal Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by Peggi | March 15, 2012 | Domestic Violence
Gloria a Dios!! Mil gracias Dr. Leal. por mi Asilo..
Dr. Leal. Como victima de Violencia Domestica en mi pais de origen, definitivamente, no hay palabras para expresar el agradecimiento que siento por toda su ayuda, comprension y apoyo para conmigo y mis hijos. Gracias a su entrega, su teson y profesionalidad pudimos obtener mi asilo en USA. Usted...
Posted by miguel | December 28, 2011 | Immigration
The best Inmigration lawyer
Angel Leal is a very good lawyer very helpful.He help me a lot on my inmigration case.thanks to him now i am a legal resident of the U.S.thanks Angel.
Posted by Hector and Monica | October 02, 2011
a dedicated individual!!
I found Mr leal and his office to be very well organized and extremely diligent; His ability to approach a situation is right and straight to the point. Mr Leal gets down to the basis and fundamentals of things, he brings out the main points and comes up with conclusions; i strongly believe mr Leal ...
Posted by Hector Perez | September 22, 2011 | Immigration
Excellent Immigration Lawyer
I was in an awful Immigration situation where my future was in jeopardy. My family contacted Mr. Leal by recommendation of a friend. We were hesitant at first but I would never regret the moment I hired him to represent me in court. Leal was always available and very informative. He spoke the truth ...
Posted by ASSITAN | September 21, 2011 | Immigration
ANGEL YOU ARE THE BEST
Angel Leal is the best lawyer I have ever seen. He is very kind, mostly trustworthy, knowledgeable, available and willing to help out no matter how desperate the case could be. I first met Angel Leal after beeing referred by a friend of mine who knew him and said nothing but positive things about...
Angel Fermin Leal Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Professional, compassionate, hardworking and caring lawyer. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."
"I proudly endorse this lawyer. He is highly skilled, knowledgeable, passionate and above all, ethical."
"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."
"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."
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"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. He goes the extra mile for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ethical. Character is beyond reproach. A skilled attorney. Has never let our referred clients down. A+."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Recognition for Community Event, West Gables HealthCare Center
2011
Career Day Certificate of Appreciation, Pinecrest Elementary School
2006
Cert of Appreciation Program Presentation, Sida Ayer-Hoy-Manana
2004
Appreciation Plaque, City of Hialeah Law Department
2004
Appreciation Award, Natl Assoc of Hispanic Public Administrators
2003
Certificate of Appreciation, Hialeah Middle School
1993
Pro Bono Service Award, Put Something Back
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Principal, Angel F. Leal, Jr., P.A.
2004 - 2010
Member/Manager, Lopez-Cisneros and Leal, LLC
2001 - 2004
Assistant City Attorney, City of Hialeah, Florida
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - 2003
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
1993 - 1995
American Bar Association
1993 - 1993
Cuban American Bar Association
1990 - 1991
The American Inns of Court FoundationPupil
Sample of Legal Cases
Grant EOIR-42B pending Visa # availability
Waiver under 212(h) & Adjustment under 245 of the INA Granted
Adjustment granted by USCIS on 3/16/2012 & Removal Proceedings terminated on 08/15/2012
LPR Cancellation of Removal Granted.
BIA 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
LPR Cancellation of Removal Granted
N-336 Granted
TPS granted by Immigration Court in Miami, Florida
Adjustment of Status granted by USCIS after Court termination of Proceedings
Granted
Asylum Granted
Motion to Dismiss Granted
Non-LPR Cancellation Granted-Client is LPR
Non-LPR Cancellation of Removal Granted; Client is LPR
212 (h) (1) (B) Waiver Granted by Immigration Judge
LPR Cancellation of Removal Granted by IJ
Adjustment of Status under NACARA s. 202 Granted by Imm. Judge
Motion to Reopen Sua Sponte by the Court granted
Appeal sustained, proceedings reopened, & record remanded
LPR status granted under Cuban Adj Act
Removal Proceedings terminated/LPR status maintained
Appeal sustained & waiver granted/Client LPR
Motion to Reopen Granted & Waiver not Required
Education
1991
Juris Doctor
1988
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
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Lawyers and Immigration
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HIV/Aids and Immigration Issues
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Judicial System of the United States
2004
Hispanics: An Emerging Majority
2003
The Practice of Law
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Languages
Spanish
Activity
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