$ 200-300 per hour
About Emel
Biography
I've been specializing in Immigration law for 21 yrs. Unlike most lawyers, Immigration is all I do.
I am a fighter for my client's and I leave no stone unturned to win my cases. I am not afraid to fight the sytem. I don't back down to the government officials. I am very good in court and I have a very high win rate.
I'm upfront and no-nonsense when it comes to telling my clients what I can do for them. I treat my clients like they are my family.
Don't believe the hype. Go with an experienced lawyer, not a big firm. Big firms will have the paralegals working for your case, not an experienced lawyer.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Immigration
100%
32 years | 6,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Emel Ersan Law Office
400 N. Ashley Dr., 26th Flr., St 2600, Tampa, FL, 33602
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Posted by Osama | September 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Emel is a professional lawyer and highly recommended
Emel was more than helpful with our case. She was thorough and made us feel comfortable and confident every step of the way. I would highly recommend her to anyone that needs a strong, knowledgeable, and professional immigration lawyer. She will not let you down. If you want to go through a hassle fr...
Emel Ersan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Emel fights for her clients. She is extremely knowledgeable, diligent, thorough, and hard-working. Knowing Emel's drive for results, I am pleased to recommend clients to her for immigration."
"I endorse this lawyer. She demonstrates an excellent knowledge of the law and applies that knowledge with measured practicality. These two qualities, when properly combined, make for an excellent advocate. I've referred numerous immigration clients to her and they are always satisfied with her work and results."
"Emel is an excellent immigration attorney. She has been a practicing law for about 20 years and is dedicated to her clients. She is experienced, thorough, and reliable. I have referred numerous immigration clients to her without any reservations!"
"I endorse this lawyer because she has more than 15 yrs of experience. She is very energetic and is a voracious advocate for her clients. Ms. Ersan has excellent people skills and has an extensive knowledge of immigration law, therefore, I highly recommend her to anyone seeking immigration assistance."
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Experience
Honors
1998
Outstanding Citizen Award, Turkish Olympic Committee
1992
Academic Excellence, Temple Law School
1990
Academic Excellence, State University of New York
1990
Entrepeneur Award, State Univesity of New York
1990
Outstanding Achievement, State University of New York
1989
Academic Excellence, State University of New York
1988
Academic Excellence, State University of New York
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Immigration Attorney, Emel Navarro Law Office
2001 - 2012
Assistant Professor, Cag University Law School
2001 - 2003
Assistant Professor, University Of Maryland Europe
1999 - 2000
Small Claims Arbitrator, New York City Kings Country Civil Court
1994 - 1995
Attorney, Baron & Vessel Law Firm
1992 - 1993
Associate Attorney, Doman Law Firm
1992 - 1993
Legal Intern, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
Florida Mediation AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Turkish American Cultural AssocAffiliate Member
1994 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationAdmitted Attorney
1994 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
1994 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAdmitted Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Waiver Case
Approved
Almost Impossible Green Card Application
Case was reopened and granted.
Cancellation of Removal
Case pending
Difficult Citizenship Case
Citizenship Application Approved
Asylum for Sudanese
98% asylum approved by Immigration Judge
Education
1993
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
State University of New York
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Military Immigration Exceptions
Immigration Law for Military Members
2012
The New Immigration Laws
Immigration Law
2011
Woman's Rights in Turkey
Human Rights in the Middle East
2010
Sexual Orientation and Human Rights
Human Rights
2009
Bar Political Conferrence
International Law's Current Issues
2009
Bar Community Conference
Domestic Violence and Women's RIghts
2008
LGBT Conferrence
Transgender Issues in International Law
2005
Bar Attorney Education Series
American Law vs. Turkish Law
2005
Attorney Education Series
International Law and Israel-Palestine
1999
Turkish American Consulate, New York
Changes in Immigration Law
Publications
2011
Textbook- Cag University
International Law
2010
Textbook- Cag University
Human Rights and Democracy
2009
Sinir Otesi Publications
The Warning Signals of a Bad Man
2009
Textbook- Cag University
Communications Law
2008
Textbook- Cag University
American and British Law
2007
Textbook- Cag University
European Union Law I
2007
Textbook- Cag University
European Union Law II
2004
Textbook on Human Rights
Being Human
Languages
Turkish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What to do when i140 and i485 approved are revoked
28 Feb 2013
Q&A
The priority date and receive date on the I-797c are the same, how meaningful?
23 Jan 2013
Q&A
Is there any chance my VAWA will get approved ?
18 Sep 2012