Milton Aponte

Milton Aponte

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 49 years

Immigration Lawyer at Davie, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

12401 Orange Drive, Suite 129, Davie, FL

About Milton

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 70%

While in the US Attorney's office litigated in the US District Court de novo review of denials of applications for naturalization; also mandamus cases on delayed adjudication of applications for naturalization and adjustment of status cases; litigated hundreds of habeas corpus cases while petitioners were in detention centers or state prisons. While working as an Assistant District Counsel for INS, litigated asylum, adjustment of status, cancellation of removal, section 212(c) and other cases.

36 years | 5,000 cases

70%
Asylum 30%

25 years | 3,000 cases

30%

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Licenses

Licensed in Puerto Rico for 49 years

State: Puerto Rico

Acquired: 1977

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Owner at Aponte Immigration, PLLC

12401 Orange Drive, Suite 129, Davie, FL, 33330

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Milton Aponte's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rene | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Attorney

On a Monday morning in April 2014 I was arriving at work and parked my car as always in the parking lot. As I walked the few yards to the entrance I was followed by two men who then stopped me and showed me their batch and told me that they’re ICE officers and want to see my ID. The next thing I was ...detained and put back inside an unmarked van and driven to an office where I was interrogated. Thinking no big deal my Attorney will get me out of this mess before the end of the day. Wow was I wrong! The Agents were nice enough to let me make some phone calls so I could let people know where I was. I also made a call to my then Attorney that was answered with the comment “I’m leaving on a vacation. Call me back next week”. After the questioning was done I was transferred to Krome Detention Center in West Miami where I was booked for the night while my wife and friends tried to get the money together to bail me out -- what took till 6pm on Tuesday. Soon after I was released I was referred to the Law Office of Milton Aponte where I got promptly an appointment. I arrived at the office and was greeted by his assistant who introduced me to Mr. Aponte. They were both listening carefully and made me feel that my case matters when I explained to them what got me into this predicament and Mr. Aponte explained me that it is not going to be quick and easy and might take some time to resolve the issue in my favor. I felt very comfortable with Mr. Aponte taking over my case. I hired him to take care of my case in front of USCIS. Over the last three years Mr. Aponte and his team worked very hard, skillfully and diligently on my very difficult case to get all the evidence to support my grant of adjustment of status. Finally last week my wife and I accompanied by Mr. Aponte went to the last interview in front of the Immigration officer and my adjustment of status was granted. We are very happy with the service Mr. Aponte has provided. Everything was done to our fullest satisfaction. Mr. Aponte was very supportive of our case and made us feel very comfortable thru the whole process. I am looking forward to use his services in three years for my naturalization! We highly recommend Aponte Immigration, PLLC to everyone who has to deal with the difficulties of Immigration. Mr. Aponte’s skills and knowledge of the matter are outstanding and cannot be praised enough. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Federico | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

First Class Legal Professional

Milton was referred to us by a friend of my oldest son, we hired him to release my second son from a detention order, issued by the ICE in Puerto Rico, aiming to his deportation. Since that date, the process has elapsed for almost 3 months, during this time we worked closely with MIlton who submitte...d very well prepared legal motions to release my son. Finally, on the hearing held a week ago, my son was released by the means of a Cancellation of Removal, order issued by the Immigration Judge. If you need a First Class Legal Professional, with a large and fruitful experience and particularly a great human being, Milton is you best choice. My family and I are very greatful for Milton´s performance a lawyer and as a friend.

Posted by Federico | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Lawyer

Since the beginning, Mr. Aponte was very detailed in explaining us the case and worked with my family towards obtaining the pardon for my brother’s deportation. The case was complicated, since my brother committed aggravated felonies back in his youth and was also diagnosed with schizophrenia. Our ca...se took about four months. We did not meet him in person until a couple of days prior to the trial, when we travelled to Florida. Even though, the communication was seamless as if we were meeting with him at his office. He was available at all times for our questions and to discuss his strategy, preparing us to testify and explained the whole trial process. He is a very spiritual person. At the end my brother was granted the Cancelation of Removal. I would highly recommend Mr. Aponte for any complicated case.

Posted by Elba Diaz | August 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

excellent immigration services

I am very thankful and satisfied with the services attorney Milton Aponte has provided me in representing me in immigration. Very helpful and has helped resolve my political asylum case with success. He is a very experienced attorney and I highly recommend him.

Milton Aponte

Replied last August 30, 2016

It's been a pleasure working with you and your family, Elba.

Posted by Tixiana | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Incredible Attorney, God Bless Him

My immigration case was very complex , but Milton took the time to listen and analyze every aspect of my case and found the best solution to my problem and obtained a Cancellation of removal order, I'm one step closer to my american dream. He's a very honest, knowledgeable and experienced immigrat...ion attorney. Thank you so much Milton for helping me through this process!! :-)

Milton Aponte

Replied last February 09, 2016

Thanks Tixiana! I am happy for you.

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Milton Aponte's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lachezar Vanchev

Immigration lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Aponte is extremely knowledgeable in virtually all aspects of US Immigration Law. He has vast experience as a federal prosecutor working in the Southern District of Florida for many years. I have personally discussed various immigration related issues with Mr. Aponte and can say with the highest degree of certainty that he possesses a keen intellect and strong desire to serve to his work. I highly recommend this lawyer and look forward to a continuing professional relationship."

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Illya-Karina Bonet

Immigration lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Milton Aponte. He is a seasoned immigration attorney with great depth of knowledge and skill. Milton is a zealous advocate, and a personable and caring colleague—characteristics that set him apart from others. It is truly a pleasure to know him."

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Carlos Sandoval

Immigration lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Milton Aponte is very knowledgeable of the immigration laws of the United States after his vast experience as a government attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Thompson

Immigration lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Aponte is an attorney that I am able to confidently refer clients with immigration issues to, knowing that they will receive competent and reliable immigration advice. Mr. Aponte's years at the U.S. Attorney's Office have provided him with an insight to various immigration issues that few other attorneys have had the opportunity to experience, giving him the ability to provide the highest level of representation to individuals with immigration issues. I highly recommend contacting Mr. Aponte should you have questions regarding any are of immigration law."

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Andrew Clopman

Immigration lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Immigration practitioners in South Florida hold Mr. Aponte in high regard from his time as an INS trial attorney and then an Assistant U.S. Attorney. In my contact with him as opposing counsel while litigating immigration cases in the Southern District of Florida, he stood out as always professional, conscientious, and highly knowledgeable regarding complex immigration law matters."

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Eunice Murphy

Immigration lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Russo

Immigration lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Other

"Milton possesses a vast knowedge of all facets of immigrations law. He has served as an attorney for the US for many years and is well-equipped to represent individuals who need assistance in this area."

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Pedro Miranda

Immigration lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Aponte is a knowledgeable, experienced, and hardworking attorney. He is an experienced litigator and I highly recommend him to anyone who is considering hiring an attorney."

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Mazen Sukkar

Immigration lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Milton is a passionate and zealous attorney. His litigation experience is vast and extremely helpful. He is ethical and well respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

1983

Dynamic Leadership, Hispanic Bar Association

1983

In Recognition of Dynamic Leadership, Ohio Hispanic Bar Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Aponte Immigration, PLLC

2003 - 2014

Assistant U.S. Attorney, Southern District of Florida, U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the U.S. Attorney

1990 - 2003

Assistant District Counsel, U.S. Department of Justice, Immigration and Naturalization Service

1980 - 1990

Chief Attorney, Cleveland, HUD Office, U. S. Department Of Housing & Urban Development

1978 - 1980

Counsel to the President, University of Puerto Rico

1969 - 1973

Professor, University of Puerto Rico

Associations

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Broward County Hispanic Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Puerto Rican Bar Association Florida

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Martha Socarras v. US Department of Homeland Security, 2009 WL 4113568 (S.D.Fla.)

Respondent's motion for summary judgment granted.

Golding v. Department of Homeland Security, 05 cv 21095

Petition for review denied.

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Education

1977

University of Puerto Rico School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1966

University of Puerto Rico

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Syracuse University Graduate School

MS - Master of Science

N/A

University of Puerto Rico Graduate School of Planning

MA - Masters

Speaking Engagements

2014

Hispanic Leaders Summit

What Impact Immigration Laws are Having on Hispanic Community

Languages

Spanish

English

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