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Irina Rakitina
also known as Rakitina Law Firm, PLLC
About Irina
Biography
Irina Rakitina | Licensed U.S. Immigration Attorney | Florida
I am a U.S. immigration attorney based in South Florida, representing individuals, families, and businesses in a wide range of immigration matters. My practice covers employment-based and family-based immigration, investor visas, and naturalization.
Focus Areas
Employment & Business Immigration
— EB-1A (extraordinary ability), EB-1C (multinational managers and executives)
— EB-2 NIW (national interest waiver)
— EB-3 / PERM labor certification
— O-1 and P-1 nonimmigrant visas
— E-1 and E-2 treaty trader and investor visas
— L-1 intracompany transferee visas
— H-1B, F-1 (OPT / STEM OPT), and change of status
Family-Based Immigration
— Adjustment of status
— K-1 fiancé(e) visas, CR1/IR1 spousal visas, IR-5 parent visas
— Removal of conditions and I-751 waivers
— VAWA petitions
— Naturalization and interview preparation
— Work authorization (EAD) and advance parole
Additional Services
— USPTO federal trademark registration
— Business formation (Florida, Delaware, California)
— Certified translations for USCIS (apostille and notarization available)
— Powers of attorney and notary services
Languages: English | Russian | Spanish
To discuss your situation, contact me directly at the number listed on this profile.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 1 year
State: Florida
Acquired: 2024
No misconduct found
Location
Ms. Irina Rakitina
20200 West Dixie Highway, 902, Aventura, FL, 33180
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Irina Rakitina's Reviews
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Posted by Ariel | August 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Thank you!
Mrs. Irina is genuinely a good attoeney. She is inexpensive for the quality of service she provides. The attorney helped me resolve my problem. I am happy to recommend her. Thank you!
Posted by Guillermo | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding support with my H1B Visa process
She helped me with everything related to my H1B work visa. She was the attorney my company hired for the process, and I couldn’t be more grateful. She was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer my questions. Thanks to her guidance, the entire process went smoothly. I really appre...
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Residency Issue
She was incredibly kind and had such a warm, welcoming energy. It was refreshing to speak with a lawyer who explained everything clearly without overwhelming me with complicated legal terms. I never felt like she was trying to upsell or confuse me. Just a genuinely helpful and honest person. Highly r...
Posted by Graciela | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Amazing experience
I will be forever grateful to Irina and Damian. They helped me through the most difficult time in my life. If you need an immigration attorney, Irina is definitely the one you want by your side!
Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Nice lawyer
Excellent service, very recommended. She really wants to help people. Thank you so much
Irina Rakitina's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Attorney Irina. I’ve worked with her on several matters, and she has consistently demonstrated exceptional competence, diligence, and unwavering dedication in advocating for her clients."
Maksim Lamash
Business lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Immigration Attorney, Rakitina Law Firm
Associations
2021 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2021 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Florida Bar
Member in Good Standing
Sample of Legal Cases
F-1 visa approved for russian applicant with prior tourist visa denial
APPROVED
Reentry permit for LPR planning extended travel
APPROVED
O-1 visa for a dancer
APPROVED
Education
N/A
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
2025
www.rakitina-law.com
PERM Labor Certification "Process Expalined"
2025
www.rakitina-law.com
TN Visa for citizens of Canada and Mexico
Languages
English
Russian
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What are my options to bring my Kazakh wife to the U.S. given the current immigrant visa pause?
29 Apr 2026
Q&A
Changing status?
14 Aug 2025
Q&A
Denial of I485 form?
14 Aug 2025