William Gary Gerstein

William Gary Gerstein

also known as Bill Gerstein

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 30 years

Immigration Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

800 E Cypress Creek Road, Ste. 301, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Florida Bar Board Certified Immigration and Nationality Attorney practicing in all areas of US Immigration law.

31 years | 3,200 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 30 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1995

Inactive Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Gerstein & Gerstein Attorneys, PA

800 E Cypress Creek Road, Ste. 301, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33334

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William Gary Gerstein's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Posted by MK | May 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A very professional experience! Great communicator! 100% recommended!

I found Bill on Google while looking for an attorney to file for my parents immigrant visa (green card). The case was a bit complicated because my mom had overstayed on her visitors visa whilst trying to acquire her L visa and had been barred for 3 years. Although the time had elapsed it still could'...ve been a complicated process. I was skeptical at first but after my first consultation I felt comfortable. Bill explained the situation thoroughly and understood all of my concerns. Besides his professionalism, he is a great communicator which made the process so much easier. I don't think i could've made a better choice for a representative in acquiring parents permanent residency. The process was over without a hassle. Thank you Bill!

Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Simply the BEST!!

I came to Mr. Gerstein law office, hoping that he will be able fix my legal status, after talking to him about my complicated and complex immigration status he determined how he can help me, and was willing to take my case, Attorney Patricia Cooper got right on my case, her hard work, dedication an...d knowledge of the immigration system was able to help me get my green card, after 18 years and 6 months I was able to visit my family, If you need an honest and professional attorney don't hesitate to call this law office , trust me you will not be disappointed and most of all you will GREAT results.

Posted by GRAZIANO PIETROPAOLO | March 19, 2015 | Immigration

E2 visa

I used the services of William Gerstein for E2 visa approval. Before speaking with him I had spoken with over fifteen lawyers and all I had provided different versions on the feasibility of the application for a visa for my business. The decision was made based on specific criteria: Experience in... the real estate business Sending references spontaneously without having requests Fair price Payment method with risk-sharing (50% upon signing, 25% of the submission of applications, 25% to the result if positive) Italian language On 12 March we got the E2 visa for the period of 5 years. Based on the results obtained can only be satisfied with the decision and advise him for his professionalism, reliability and preparation Dr. Graziano Pietropaolo MBA

Posted by Eduardo | December 09, 2014 | Immigration

Outstanding Professional

My wife and I are greatly thankful to William Gerstein. We recently received our green cards thanks to his ability to identify our eligibility, prepare our application and successfully defended the case through the entire process. William Gerstein is a straight forward professional, very knowledgable... and confident in every step he takes. I regard him as the type of lawyer that would only file a petition if he believes that it meets all requirements to be approved. Our case for permanent residence was rather complex. William Gerstein would pursue it and defend it until it was successfully approved. He had to do lengthy work for us and he charged us an honest and fair price for it. We can't thank William enough for his work and we believe to be lucky to found him in the first place.

Posted by Mario J. | September 01, 2014 | Immigration

Permanent Residence Process - Green Card

Dr. Gerstein was hired to help us with our immigration/permanent residence request. We met a couple of lawyers before and after meeting him we recognized his expertise, knowledge and trustworthiness. Dr. Gerstein is no responsive but extremely committed with his profession, his tasks and elements of ...confidentiality. He rapidly analyzed the information, took the case, processed all the paperwork with extreme perfection and kept us informed of every single step even during his period of vacations. He is also equipped with an excellent staff that is able to handle cases in several languages. Highly recommended.

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William Gary Gerstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michelle Merson

Immigration lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend William (Bill) Gerstein. I have sent many clients to Bill and all have consistently reported on how accessible and kind he is and a top notch advocate. I would not hesitate to keep recommending this Attorney!!!"

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Evan Ostfeld

Immigration lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Based on his excellent credentials, he is an excellent immigration attorney. As such, I have referred him clients that require his services."

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Shawn Meade

Immigration lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Other

"William is a well known immigration attorney who works diligently and vigorously on each one of his case. He is honest, smart, hardworking. I strongly recommend him."

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Sharon Diamant

Immigration lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A more competent lawyer you will not find. I was opposing Counsel to Mr. Gerstein on a matter. He treated me with the utmost professionalism and knows his craft well. He answered all of my emails and phone calls immediately and was very helpful in navigating our case. I unequivocally endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Cohen

Immigration lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Not only did he help me with my own immigration to the US (from Visa to Green Card to Citizenship), but we have worked together on a variety of cases, all of which have been successful."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Lead Counsel Rated in the legal discipline of Immigration Law, Lead Counsel

2010

Board Certified - Immigration & Nationality, Florida Bar

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Managing Partner, Gerstein & Gerstein Attorneys, P.A.

2014 - 2014

Managing Partner, Serotte, Gerstein, Baret & Georges LC

2008 - 2017

Managing Partner, Gerstein & Baret, PL

Associations

2019 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association South Florida Chapter

Vice Chair of the Practice Management Committee

2019 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Chair of the Immigration Section

1995 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Broward County Bar Association, Immigration Law Section

Member

South Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

AAO Sustains NIW Appeal for Manager of Commodities Trade and Supply Company

Granted on appeal

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Education

1995

St. Thomas University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Tulane University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Immigration Law Update CLE-Changes to Business Based Visas, Waivers and other options Immigration CLE: Business Visas

2018

South Palm Beach County Bar Association

Intro to Immigration

2018

Encuentros Estratégicos - Hotel Intercontinental - Cali, Colombia Immigration through Investment

2018

2018 Best Practices Seminar I-9 Employer Compliance

2014

Speech to future business leaders Deferred Action

2012

Immigration 101 Family & Employment Immigration 101 Family & Employment

Publications

2011

2011

Languages

Italian

English

Spanish

Polish

Activity

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