$ 120-360 per hour
Martin Bryant Schwartz
About Martin
Biography
Admitted
1991, Florida; 1993, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh and Eleventh Circuits; U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, Southern District of Florida
Education
University at Buffalo School of Law and Jurisprudence
Buffalo, NY, J.D. 1989
Cornell University - New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations
Ithaca, NY, B.S. 1985
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Memberships
The Florida Bar – member in good standing since 1991 - Criminal Law Section of the Florida Bar
- Centre Club
Biography
- Consulted by print, radio, and television media on legal issues affecting immigrants’ rights.
- Numerous appearances on local (Tampa based) television newscasts including
o Fox News (Channel 14 in Tampa)
o WFLA T (Channel 8 in Tampa)
o “Legally Speaking,” a public access program in Tampa,
o Programs of Spanish speaking TV such as:
- Univision Telemundo
- Bay News 9 en Español.
Presentations/Publications:
- Faculty Speaker, Florida Bar/AILA Annual Course Conferences in Miami, Florida, 2004 and 2003,
- Published outline on Removal/Detention Issues for 2004 Conference and published article on Post-Criminal Conviction Relief Issues Affecting Foreigners for 2003 Conference
- Lectured, National Conferences of AILA, 2004, 2002 and 2001
- Published outline for discussion on immigration-related Habeas Corpus Action as internet update to 2002-2003 Edition of Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook
- Co-authored article in Volume 2 of 2001-2002 Edition of Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook regarding INS’s Use of Secret Evidence against Foreigners
- Served as speaker and moderator at conferences sponsored by the Central Florida Chapter of AILA in 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, and 1998.
Published Articles:
- “Motion to Vacate Guilty or No Contest Pleas Entered Which Have Deportation/Removal Consequences Under Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.850,” published in 2002 conference book
- “Eleventh Circuit Update on Significant Court Decisions Which Impact . Citizen Foreigners,” published in 2002 conference book
- “Quick Review of Old and Unimproved Mandatory Detention Provisions, Section 236(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act,” published in 1999 conference book
- “Challenging the Legality of an Alien’s Detention Via a Habeas Corpus Action, Based on Unlawful or Unconstitutional Actions By the Immigration and Naturalization Service or Office of Attorney General,” published in the 1998 conference book
Staff Attorney: Rural Law Center, Apopka, Florida, October 1991-December 1993; Legal Services of North Florida, Quincy, Florida, October 1990-October 1991.
Languages: English, Spanish
Reported Cases: Al Najjar v. Reno, 97 F. Supp. 2d 1329 (S.D. Fla. 2000).
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Florida for 34 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Martin Schwartz, Immigration Civil Law, P.A.
1120 E Kennedy Blvd, Unit 231 (inside Florida Law Advisors Suite), Tampa, FL, 33602
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Posted by Paul Rolles | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Paul Rolles
Martin represents myself and many of my customers for Immigration Services as well as Car Accidents. He provided the best quality of services to myself as well and my friends and customers who were referred to him. When Marin is on a case, he put himself into it and take action as he would have done ...
Posted by amador | February 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense
great lawyer
He worked on my felony due to a car accident. He was very knowledgable and courteous. Professional and although my case was very complicated Martin managed to close my case with a reasonable cost for all his work.
Posted by GEORGE | September 03, 2014 | Immigration
Great Attorney Martin Schwartz
Highly recommended! Martin is very knowledgable and very thorough in Immigration Law, Appeals, Criminal cases and Personal Injury. He helped me win a major Immigration Appeal which was an extremely difficult case.
Posted by george | September 02, 2014 | Immigration
Excellent attorney Martin Schwartz
Martin has helped me over the years on many cases and always does an excellent job. He helped me win an appeal of a major immigration case - overturning an Immigration Judge's decision. He is very knowledgable and very thorough in all aspects of Immigration law, Personal Injury, Criminal and other ar...
Posted by Erol | August 31, 2014 | Personal Injury
Outstanding Service
Martin Schwartz was there when I needed help with my personal injury case. He handled the case all the way through the process. He even offered and drove me around till I received funds for a rental until my car was repaired. I received the maximum allowed by the State and the service was expedited b...
Martin Bryant Schwartz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Martin works hard to develop his cases for maximum results for each client. I have known Martin for many years now and he is always available to help when I call. He gives back so much to his local community through charity too. Martin is easy for me to work with and he has amazing communication skills. He is someone you can really trust. He cares about others more than he does about himself- a trait highly lacking among personal injury lawyers today."
"I endorse this lawyer. Martin truly cares about his clients and works hard to get the right result."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Martin for many years and found him to provide competent legal services to clients seeking immigration services. He also shares his knowledge through speaking engagements as well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Schwartz is a top notch attorney who advocates for the rights of his clients."
"I personally know Martin and he is as fine and competent attorney that anyone will ever meet and need. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer enthusiastically."
"Martin is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney. His past experience and professionalism is an asset to future clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. His legal answers in the Avvo community are accurate and helpful to individuals who have asked for some advice. His contributions show an excellent knowledge of immigration law."
"Martin is a very dedicated and talented attorney. He has helped numerous people that I've referred to him, over the years. I strongly recommend Martin to anyone in need of an excellent immigration attorney."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Martin as knowledgeable in the field, especially in the area of removal defense ."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have referred a number of my clients to Martin for immigration matters, and he really cares about his clients. I would not hesitate to continue to refer my clients to him for all of their immigration law needs."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Top Two Immigration Attorney, Tampa Bay Times Best of Tampa Bay
2016
SOL (Status of Latinos Committee), University of South Florida
2016
Top Immigration Lawyer, Three Best Rated
2014
Clients Choice, Avvo
2013
Clients Choice, Avvo
2012
"Compadre of the Year", Tampa Latin Chamber of Commerce
2011
Gold Award, Northwest News and Tribune
2011
Best Tampa Law Firm, Tampa Tribune Northwest Section Readers' Poll
2002
Outstanding Service Award as Faculty Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
2001
Constitutional Rights Award, National Coalition to Protect Political Freedom
2001
Outstanding Service Award as Faculty Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
Work Experience
1994 - Present
President, Law Offices of Martin Schwartz, Immigration and Civil Law, PA
Associations
2014 - Present
Criminal Law Section of the Florida BarMember
2005 - Present
Speakers Bureau of the Spring, The Department of Children and Families (DCF)Volunteer Attorney
1991 - Present
Florida BarMember in Good Standing
1989 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Member
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
Member
United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Member
Tampa Bay Business Builders
Member
National College of DUI Defense
Member
2007 - 2008
Certified Domestic Violence Center for Hillsborough CountyVolunteer Attorney
1991 - 1993
Rural Law CenterVolunteer Immigration Attorney
1990 - 1993
Legal Services of North FloridaVolunteer Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Al Najjar v. Reno
Favorable
Education
1989
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2007
Speakers Bureau Training
Completion
2004
The 17th Annual Immigration Law Seminar
Faculty Speaker-Immigration Law
2004
National Conference of American Immigration Lawyers Association
Lecture on Immigration Law
2003
The 17th Annual Immigration Law Seminar
Faculty Speaker-Immigration Law
2002
National Conference of American Immigration Lawyers Association
Lecture on Immigration Law
2001
National Conference of American Immigration Lawyers Association
Lecture on Immigration Law
2000
National Conference of American Immigration Lawyers Association
Immigration Law
1999
National Conference of American Immigration Lawyers Association
Immigration Law
1998
National Conference of American Immigration Lawyers Association
Immigration Law
Publications
2004
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Outline on Removal/Detention Issues for 2004 Conference
2003
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook
Outline Summarizing Law on Immigration-related Habeas Corpus Actions
2003
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Post-Criminal Conviction Relief Issues Affecting Foreigners for 2003 Conference
2002
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook (Volume 2)
INS's Use of Secret Evidence Against Foreigners
2002
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Conference Book
Motion to Vacate Guilty or No Contest Pleas Entered Which Have Deportation/Removal Consequences Under Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.850
2002
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Conference Book
Eleventh Circuit Update on Significant Court Decisions Which Impact Non-U.S. Citizen Foreigners
1999
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Conference Book
Quick Review of Old and Unimproved Mandatory Detention Provisions, Section 236© of the Immigration and Nationality Act
1998
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Conference Book
Challenging the Legality of an Alien’s Detention Via a Habeas Corpus Action, Based on Unlawful or Unconstitutional Actions By the Immigration and Naturalization Service or Office of Attorney General
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Master Calendar Hearing in Immigration Court
23 Nov 2025
Q&A
I applied for asylum on a b2 visa and now my duration of stay is expiring and my asylum is still pending, should I extend stay?
19 Nov 2023
Q&A
Can i file i765 work permit under my i94 that is about to be expired or already expired?
21 Nov 2023