Vitalia Diaz Shafer

Vitalia Diaz Shafer

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

305 North Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1999

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Law Offices of Vitalia Diaz Shafer

305 North Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33609-2305

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16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Curtis B. | November 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professionalism & Friendliness

Attorney Vitalia Diaz Shafer and her staff were always professional and friendly with helping me in my I-485 application process. They relieved many of my concerns with their knowledge, optimism and simple but effective approach to a rather daunting experience. Their instructions were clear and help...ful. I would like to give a special, "thank you" to Maria.

Posted by Graciela | September 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration Lawyer- Mrs. Diaz Shafer

Mrs. Diaz Shafer is an excellent Immigration Lawyer and I would recommend her service to family and friends. Mrs. Shafer and her staff not only help with our immigration case in which my husband was able to obtain his residency, they kept me I touch with updates to our process which helped me with my... level of stress. Thank you to Mrs Shafer and all her staff for their professionalism and caring customer service.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2016 | Immigration

Simply the best

I had a consultation with Ms. Diaz Shafer where she informed me that it would not be in my friend's best interest to retain her services as she would not be able to help her. She took her time to explain what they should do. I knew we could trust her opinion because she is board certified in immigr...ation. Unfortunately my friend was desperate and hired another attorney who charged her thousands of dollars and in the end did nothing for her. Ms. Diaz Shafer's acted with integrity when she resisted the temptation to take advantage of my friend's desperate situation, unlike the other attorney she ended up hiring. If another immigration issue should arise, I would certainly schedule another consultation with her without any hesitation.

Posted by McGee | February 25, 2015

highly recommend Immigration Lawyer

In all my process since I hired Vitalia she made me feel confident because she is very professional, the most important of all is that she cared all the time about me, every time I called her she called back right away, with Vitalia I never felt like I did with my 2 previous Lawyer, some Lawyers tak...es so many cases for the money and don't care about anything else, Vitalia is clear sincere and goes straight to the point if she can help you, but the most important thing is that she cares and respond properly on time, the best Lawyer I ever met and I highly recommend her, I didn't have no hopes about my case and thanks to Vitalia my husband and I are the most happier people on earth

Posted by jose | August 29, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

a pleased customer

I am very pleased with the service I received from attorney Diaz Shafer..she was very helpful and made sure I understood the process Of my case...I very much recomand her for anyone that may need legal represantation..

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Vitalia Diaz Shafer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Mastry

Immigration lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vitalia has an excellent knowledge of the law that is matched with a friendly demeanor that makes her a very effective immigration attorney."

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Philip Dragonetti

Immigration lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Lia concerning many immigration issues with my clients. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field. If you have an immigration issue you need to consult with her. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Neville

Immigration lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Lia for many years, I continue to give her name and number to anyone who calls and asks me about immigration matters."

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Robert Thompson

Immigration lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am a criminal defense attorney and consult with Vitalia regularly concerning immigration issues which may affect my clients. She is extremely knowledgeable and always provides excellent advice."

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James Arnold

Immigration lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dana Hoffman

Immigration lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Leano

Immigration lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Spoor

Immigration lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I confidently send work to Lia knowing my clients will be very happy."

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Richard Weinman

Immigration lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Lia since 1997, and state without hesitation that she is both a quality person and attorney. She is smart and a very competent immigration attorney."

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Thomas Moss

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mrs. Shafer is very knowledgeable regarding immigration law and always provides excellent representation."

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Creighton Shafer

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"If you have an immigration issue or problem, Vitalia is the one you want helping you. She is extremely smart and brings an unrelenting passion to representing the best interests of her clients."

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Cameron Brumbelow

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cary Moss

Unknown lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Hunter

Immigration lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Shafer is a diligent, hard-working, results-oriented legal practitioner. I have known Ms. Shafer since before she became a lawyer. She is well-respected and admired by her clients and peers alike. I endorse this lawyer."

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Martin Schwartz

Immigration lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vitalia is a fine lawyer who has a good heart, and I have enjoyed knowing her and seeing her practice grow. I endorse her abilities as an immigration lawyer."

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Kristin Demers-Crowell

Immigration lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are looking for an immigration attorney who truly cares about her clients, Vitalia is a good fit for you. I trust her with my own clients. She is a bright and diligent attorney!"

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David Stoller

Immigration lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Vitalia is an excellent attorney and I have worked with her both during my time with the US government and in private practice. She is honest and straight forward and she knows how to find solutions to complex problems. When I was a government attorney, I knew that when Vitalia called that she was prepared and had a considered and reasonable outcome to discuss. I have seen her in Immigration Court and at CIS and she is one of the attorneys out there who knows how to handle cases. If you are looking for someone who will treat you with dignity and respect and someone who you can depend upon, then give Vitalia a call."

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Krista Eyler

Immigration lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lia is a knowledgeable and professional immigration attorney."

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Pablo Martinez

Immigration lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted with her on various cases and have referred clients to her and she has always been professional, knowledgeable and courteous. The clients I have referred to her have been very satisfied with her knowledge and professionalism."

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Michael Misa

Immigration lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Shafer-Diaz is a very knowledgeable and honest immigration lawyer in the Tampa bay area. I have worked with her on many cases where my criminal clients have had immigration issues arise. She knows the law and will help you through the sometimes difficult immigration process."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Board Certified - Immigration & Nationality, Florida Bar

1999

Chester Bedell Trial Team, Florida Bar

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Senior Partner, Diaz Shafer, P.A.

1999 - 2000

Associate, Wicker Smith Et Al

1998 - 1998

Intern, U.S. District Court

1997 - 1998

Intern, Pinellas County Public Defender's Office

1994 - 1994

Volunteer, 6th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida - Family Court

Associations

2014 - Present

Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

Saint Petersburg College Paralegal Legal Studies

Advisory Board

2005 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1999 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1998 - Present

Phi Delta Phi

Member

1992 - Present

Chi Omega Sorority

Member

2003 - 2004

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Central Florida chapter)

Secretary

1998 - 1999

Stetson University College of Law

Honor Court

1991 - 1991

American Legion Auxiliary

Girls State

Education

1999

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Immigration and Criminal Issues

Immigration and Criminal Issues

2014

Iglesia De Dios Pentecostal M.I

Immigration Basics

2013

Mira USA, Nonprofit

Citizenship & Naturalization

2013

Bay News 9

Cuban Adjustment Act

2012

Telemundo

Immigration Law

2012

MIRA USA, Nonprofit

Citizenship & Naturalization

2008

Pinellas County Public Defenders

Criminal Activity & Immigration Consequences

2007

La Maxima 92.5

Immigration Law

2006

Hillsborough County Public Defenders

Criminal Activity & Immigration Consequences

2003

Univision

Immigration Law

2002

Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg

Ins and Outs of K-1 Visas

Publications

2000

American Immigration Lawyers Association, (Central Florida Chapter) Inadmissibility Waivers

Languages

English

Spanish

French

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