Evan Justin Shane

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Evan Justin Shane

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Immigration Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

500 W Cypress Creek Rd, Ste 470, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Evan

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016 2015
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 19 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2006

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Shane and Shane, P.A.

500 W Cypress Creek Rd, Ste 470, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309-6156

www.shanelaw.com

Online Presence

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Evan Justin Shane's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

122 Client Reviews

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Posted by K | February 10, 2014 | Immigration

I'm a citizen with the help of Evan Shane

I can't recommend Evan Shane enough, the bottom line is that he is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the immigration field and gets results. I had what was thought to be a tricky or complicated case due to how unusual it was. Evan spent a lot of time looking into the law and figured out th...e best approach to proceed with my case. He also spent a lot of time prepping me for my interview and any questions that immigration may ask. He was easily accessible by email and phone and made the time to see me when it was convenient for me. He helped me stay calm as well as keep things in perspective. Ultimately, the result was me finally being granted citizenship and I can't thank Evan enough. I highly recommend Evan Shane for your immigration needs.

Posted by Trish | February 10, 2014 | Immigration

Reliable ,trustworthy firm

We hired Shane,Shane and Brauwerman and would highly recommend them to anyone looking at attaining permanent residency. From the moment we met Michael and Evan Shane, they made my husband and myself feel at ease.They were dependable and reliable from the start, and Maria Arnette was diligent and tho...rough with all the documentation we needed. Evan provided us with answers to any questions we might of had and our phone calls or emails were quickly returned in a timely manner, whether early in the day or late at night. We felt very comfortable speaking with them and you could see they were experienced and dedicated to their job.Evan helped us through the immigration interview meeting, it has been a pleasure to meet and work with them. I don't think we could of found a more professional and respectable firm. Sincerely, Trish and Graham

Posted by Keith | October 22, 2013 | Immigration

THE # 1 IMIGRATION LAWYER

We have had a long history with Evan's father Michael Shane; since the 1990's. Evan has since handled the filing of our citizenship,(self,wife and two sons), and for our mother's Permanent Residency. He is very thorough and knowledgeable. We have recommended several persons to him, and the results ar...e always the same; success! I represent all these persons when I say " Evan, YOU ARE THE BEST!"

Posted by Lois | October 16, 2013 | Immigration

Filing for Adjustment of my Immigration Status

On the recommendation of a close family member, my son, a U.S. Citizen, employed the services of Mr. Evan Shane to file for an adjustment of my immigration status. From day one Mr. Shane showed respect for our time by attending to us promptly on our appointments, and was very professional yet ...personable. He was very thorough in explaining the application process to us, and in collecting needed information and documents. My daughter signed as co-sponsor and the income was more than sufficient to qualify for approval. However, Mr. Shane advised that if my son-in-law co-signed also, he being in the same household as my daughter, I would quite likely get through more quickly. This was done and the Application sent off promptly to USCIS. Soon after, I received USCIS' Notice of Action dated 12/24/2012 in the mail, and things just continued to speed up. On 01/24/2013 my Biometrics were taken; on or about 02/18/2013 I got my Work Permit for one year. Then on 10/02/2013, WITHOUT BEING CALLED FOR AN INTERVIEW, I received my Permanent Residence ('Green') Card in the mail!! Everything successfully completed in less than one year. I no longer have to be looking over my shoulder in fear of deportation. Such a stark contrast to the result, or absence of result, from an attorney whom my mom, a U.S. Citizen, hired when she filed for me in 12/2002. Not even a Work Permit to show. Mr. Shane, you truly delivered. Just as you promised. Thank you so very much for the fast and efficient work which you did for me, along with Cassandra, your very capable and courteous assistant. I will continue to proudly recommend you to any of my family, friends or acquaintances who need the services of an Immigration attorney!!

Posted by Max | September 13, 2013 | Immigration

Dear Evan, Thank you! You are a gift to immigrants and their plea. Max

I found Shane Law through a friend who recommended Michael Shane as a trusted longtime family friend and mentor. Through Michael, I met Evan who was entrusted with our case. Evan did everything he said he will do, in a timely manner, professionally, kind, and always upbeat. I never had the pleasur...e of meeting the Shanes face to face as we lived very far from each other yet I always felt we could trust them and rely on them. My wife and I met over half a dozen attorneys across multiple states over a period of eight years who although kind and interested said our case was too difficult or the options limited. I never heard a negative or doubtful thought come from Evan. Although he was professionally measured in his optimism, we never felt that we did not have a chance to accomplish our daughter's transition as a foreign born teenager to a teenager with the U.S. residency benefits and eventual citizenship as her adoptive parents. We worried about having the money to do this yet never felt that Evan will ask for more money later. We asked and were given a clear cost from the beginning and that never changed. The forms, the fees, the procedures, the time, and all other details were always known to us. Short of making a promise, Evan was diligent, thoughtful, kind, optimistic, confident, and compassionate. I told Evan, when we received the good news that our daughter was now a U.S. resident, to expect for us to stay in touch for a long time as we were eternally grateful, but also because our daughter could not find anyone else we will trust with her immigration matters. As I write this review, I am overwhelmed with emotion as we were blessed the day we meet the Shanes. For us as a family, it has been a blessing and a miracle to have accomplished such a difficult transition. The previous eight years and previous lawyers taught us that Evan was the person that could truly help us. Immigration is always stressful, and for us as a family, times where dark, but never because our attorney, Evan Shane, was the cause. I can say that, we never felt anything else other than confidence, honesty, care, and warmth from our attorney Evan Shane. I wish I could tell you more about our case, but privacy limits me. It was not a simple status adjustment. It involved multiple attorneys across multiple specialties. In closing, in immigration matters there are many unknowns, but Evan Shane is the attorney that can help you when nobody else can. Why? Because of his expertise, humanity, and passion for his clients and their quest for the promise of the American Dream.

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Evan Justin Shane's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shaun Malvin

Immigration lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Evan is a highly capable, highly experienced immigration attorney."

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Elina Santana

Immigration lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Maya

Immigration lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I attended law school with Evan and now, years later, I still call him when I come across an immigration issue. He is a wealth of information, very professional and a diligent advocate."

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Jonathan Pearson

Unknown lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Ratzan

Immigration lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Singleton

Unknown lawyer | Aug 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lizette Sierra

Immigration lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Sibirsky

Immigration lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Evan Shane is an excellent attorney. He has a well-deserved outstanding reputation as an Immigration & Nationality attorney in South Florida. He is extremely knowledgeable, honest, and cares a great deal about his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Best Lawyers in South Florida, Best Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Best Firm/Lawyer - Evan Shane, Shane, Shane and Brauwerman, Best Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top Attorneys in Florida Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2017

Best Lawyers In South Florida, Best Lawyers

2016

First Tier Ranking, U.S. News and World Report Best Law Firms in Florida

2016

Florida Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2016

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Board Certification Immigration and Nationality Law, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education

2011

Florida Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2011

Top Attorneys - Florida's Outstanding Young Lawyers, American Registry

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2010

Florida Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2004

Book Award for Highest Grade in Immigration Law course, Stetson University College of Law

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Partner, Shane & Shane, P.A.

2013 - 2019

Partner, Shane, Shane and Brauwerman

2006 - 2013

Partner, Shane & Shane, P.A.

2004 - 2005

Legal Intern, Gulf Coast Legal Services

Associations

2016 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

Past Chairman

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

USCIS Liaison Commitee Member

2008 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Attorney

2006 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

President

2014 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

President-Elect

2014 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

CLE Co-Chair

2013 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

First Vice President

2013 - 2014

Florida Lawyers Network

Member

2012 - 2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

Second Vice President

2012 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

Co-Chair Luncheon Committee

2011 - 2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

Secretary

2009 - 2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)

Board Member

Education

2005

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

37th Annual Immigration Law Update

Strategies in Family Based Visa Processing

2016

37th Annual Immigration Law Update

Plenary Session - Overview of Recent Developments in Immigration Law

2015

36th Annual Immigration Law Update South Beach Citizenship - A Minefield

2014

AILA South Florida General Membership Meeting and Luncheon

The New Form N-400 - How Has The Naturalization Form Changed?

2014

35th Annual AILA South Florida Immigration Law Conference- February 6-7, 2014

Recent Developments in Family Based Visas

2011

32nd Annual American Immigration Lawyers Association Immigration Conference Advanced Issues in Family and Naturalization

Languages

English

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