As someone who immigrated to the United States, I know about the needs and struggles of immigrants. Unlike many other immigration lawyers, my office represents clients in all areas of Immigration Law. In addition to being Board Certified by the Florida Bar, as a Business Lawyer and former Prosecutor, I bring a depth of knowldege to cases involving business/investment immigration and to cases involving criminal convictions that many immigration lawyers do not possess.
As a result of my expertise and specialization in immigration matters, I am a frequent speaker at law conferences, I am often consulted by the media, and appear on Fox and Univision as a commentator on matters involving Immigration Law.
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1303 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL, 33607-5310
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Posted by Karen | June 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Obtaining Citizenship
Fernando Perez is an excellent immigration lawyer. He clearly explained the process and all what was expected. What his role was and also my role. He took the time to explain things I did not understand and was patient with me and all my many inquiries. He was always available either by phone or b...
Posted by Juan | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
E2 Visa
After consulting several immigration lawyers regarding investor visas I found Fernando, he was, by far, the one that gave me the clearest information about the different options; I hired him and got the visa. Fernando is a great lawyer, I definitely recommend him.
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...
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...
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...
"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."
"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."
Personal injury lawyer
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
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
1983 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Director
1995 - 2003
Hispanic Business InstituteDirector
1995 - 1998
Greater Tampa YMCADirector
1989 - 1990
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Central Florida ChapterPast President
1989 - 1990
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BS - Bachelor of Science
2017
Treaty Visa Myths
2014
O & P Visas (Advanced Track)
2013
Talk to the Experts: Removal and Post-Conviction Relief
2008
Naturalization
2006
Immigration Law Update for Employers
2005
The L and E Visa Categories: Mastering the Hard To Prove Cases
2004
Intracompany Transferees and Treaty Traders/Investors
2003
Intracompany Transferees and Treaty Traders/Investors
2001
Intracompany Transferees and Treaty Traders/Investors
2017
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