About Fernando
Biography
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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Licensed in Florida for 43 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1982
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Perez & Associates
1303 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL, 33607-5310
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Fernando Perez III's Reviews
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Posted by Walid | April 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
investment E2
My experience with Mr. Fernando and his assistant Christine was very pleasant. Mr. Perez provided me with professional service throughout my E2 process. He was a very good listener and very detailed oriented. His detailed on time responses were vital pillars during my process. I can describe his know...
Posted by HASAN | September 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
E1-E2 Visa, The Best Lawyer
We started working with Mr. Perez in 2016. We fully explained our situation to him and he drew a roadmap for us. First, we applied for and received the E1-E2 investor visa. Then we applied for a permanent residence with the sponsor for the green card. Although the process is a bit long, we have rec...
Posted by Rebeca Sanz Barriuso | September 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Super Professional & Knowledgeable
Perez & Associates helped us with our E2 visa. So professional, so knowledgeable. Such a pleasure to work with Fernando Perez and his team.
Posted by Olga | January 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent service
Very grateful to Mr Fernando Perez and Christine Conde for assisting me with getting my citizenship. They provided an excellent service to ensure a smooth and efficient process from start to finish and a successful outcome. Highly recommend this great lawyer and paralegal Christine, whom I found very...
Posted by Houssam | December 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best immigration lawyer
We used Mr Perez for my immigration lawyer for my marriage based adjustment of status. His prices are decent. He’s EXTREMELY experienced and knowledgeable and easy to work with. I will use him again when applying for my next step of immigration (citizenship) and highly recommend for anyone going thro...
Fernando Perez III's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Fernando Perez is one of the best immigration attorneys in Florida."
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Experience
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
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
Education
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
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
Publications
2017
2005
2004
2003
2001
Languages
Spanish
English
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31 Mar 2018
Previous N-400 denial AFTER new N-400 approved?
04 Apr 2018
What happens if my employment authorization card was terminated and i use it to find a job?
03 Apr 2018