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Fernando Perez III

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Immigration Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

1303 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL

About Fernando

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Practice Areas

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Always


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 44 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1982

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Perez & Associates

1303 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL, 33607-5310

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Fernando Perez III's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

83 Client Reviews

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Showing 21 - 25 of 35 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2015 | Immigration

Excellent immigration attorney

I hired Fernando Perez for i 601 waiver assistance. From the first meeting i was impressed with his knowledge of immigration law and particularly my specific needs on my case. Within a week he layed down the strategy and provided me with the confidence on a positive outcome in my case. I had a positi...ve outcome in my case within 3 weeks from the date we applied which is a record for this type of applications since usually it takes anywhere from 3 to 6 months. I am absolutely convinced that the attorneys work not only helped in a positive outcome but also in a speedy process. The reason i picked this attorneys was because of the ratings and feedback from other people so its only fair that i return the favor to people who need some direction and have the same questions on their mind as i did when i needed an attorney. I highly suggest this immigration attorney . Best of luck to all

Posted by Radek | April 15, 2015 | Immigration

Highly professional lawyer

I am so grateful to have Mr Fernando Perez helped me with my difficult case. Very professional, always answers all the questions I had about the process and the case. I highly recommend Mr. Perez for immigration cases. Thank you so much for all your help!

Posted by Chris | April 10, 2015 | Immigration

5 * Attorney

I have been highly satisfied with the information and service I have received from Fernando Perez III. He is very knowledgeable he explains what is required and what will happen in a very down to earth manner which I like and respect. I will highly recommend Fernando to all of my friends who may ...need his assistance, and to anyone reading this review looking for a good Immigration Attorney.

Posted by Michael | August 12, 2013 | Immigration

Quick and painless way to permanent residency

I came to the US on an L1A visa but when it was time to apply for a green card, the mistakes the previous lawyer made came to light. Frustrated we started looking for another attorney and were recommended to contact Perez & Associates. Fernando helped us to not only fix the issues related to my L...1A visa but also got both my wife and I a Green Card in only a few months. What I appreciate most about Fernando is his attention to detail, which significantly reduces the risk of the government returning the application due to missing or incorrect information. I can highly recommend Fernando to anyone needing legal advice related to immigration matters. In fact I have already referred two of my friends and business associates to him.

Posted by Alejandro | August 09, 2013 | Immigration

Fernando Perez Professional Profile

We moved out from my country (Argentina) in February 2008. We walked arround visiting various lawyers in Miami and also in the Tampa Bay area. Honestly, we have had bad and sad experiences with lawyers in both places till a person who we knew in Oldsmar, FL, recommended us Fernando Perez who showed t...o be a complete expert on Immigration topics. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM to everybody who would need to get a Visa to live legally in the USA. He has the knowlege and professionalism needed to achieve the ultimate goal!!! Go ahead and trust in him!!!

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Fernando Perez III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Neelofer Syed

Immigration lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fernando is simply exceptional. I learned a lot from him during my days when I worked for him which was almost for 8 years. I think there are few immigration Attorneys who could match his Knowledge."

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Martin Hernandez

Immigration lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I proudly endorse this lawyer. For nearly 20 years, our firm has been referring Mr. Perez immigration cases. He is well-versed and knowledgeable. Many lawyers say they handle immigration cases, but they quite often do not deliver. This is the lawyer you need. Cuado tu necesitas un abogado para immigracion, este es el abogado que tu tienes que llamar."

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Neil Lewis

Immigration lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fernando Perez is one of the best immigration attorneys in Florida."

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Martin Hernandez

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Tampa Bay's Top Lawyers, Tampa Bay Magazine

2018

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

International Who's Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers, International Who's Who

2018

Top Attorneys in Florida, Wall Street Journal

2015

Florida Super Lawyer in Specialty of Immigration Law, Florida Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Managing Partner, Perez & Associates

1996 - 1998

Partner, Anderson & Orcutt

1992 - 1996

Managing Partner, Fernando Perez III, P.A.

1987 - 1992

Partner, Fotopulos Spridgeon & Perez, P.A.

1983 - 1987

Attorney, Lima & Elliott

1982 - 1983

Assistant State Attorney, Hillsborough County Office of the State Attorney

Associations

1983 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

British American Business Council of Tampa

Director

1995 - 2003

Hispanic Business Institute

Director

1995 - 1998

Greater Tampa YMCA

Director

1989 - 1990

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Central Florida Chapter

Past President

1989 - 1990

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Board of Governors

Education

1981

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Georgetown University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

2017 Central Florida Immigration Law Conference

Treaty Visa Myths

2014

26th Annual Immigration Law Conference

O & P Visas (Advanced Track)

2013

25th Annual Immigration Law Conference

Talk to the Experts: Removal and Post-Conviction Relief

2008

2008 Annual Conference on Immigration Law

Naturalization

2006

Current Issues in Labor and Employment Law

Immigration Law Update for Employers

2005

26th Annual Immigration Law Update

The L and E Visa Categories: Mastering the Hard To Prove Cases

2004

25th Annual Immigration Law Update

Intracompany Transferees and Treaty Traders/Investors

2003

24th Annual Immigration Law Update

Intracompany Transferees and Treaty Traders/Investors

2001

22nd Annual Immigration Law Update

Intracompany Transferees and Treaty Traders/Investors

Publications

2017

2017 Central Florida Advanced Immigration Law Conference Handbook 15 Treaty Visa Myths

2005

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Treaty Visas: Mastering the Hard To Prove Cases

2004

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Treaty Visas: Did You Know That...

2003

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Treaty Visas in the Post-September 11 World

2001

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Treaty Visas

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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