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Sonya Anastasia Peterkin
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Biography
Sonya Peterkin is a Florida licensed attorney and the Founder and Managing Attorney of the Law Office of S.A. Peterkin.
Sonya Peterkin earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida, and later earned her Juris Doctorate law degree at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law in Orlando, Florida. She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, the Middle District of Florida, South Lake Chamber of Commerce, and the Caribbean Bar Association. She is fully licensed to represent clients before US Citizenship and Immigration Services, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Immigration Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and Federal Court .
Her passion for immigration law originates from her experience as the child of two immigrant parents from the island of Jamaica, and growing up in an immigrant community in South Florida. Due to her experiences, Attorney Peterkin personally relates to immigrants and their families. She is able to draw from her experiences to provide her clients with legal representation that is honest and personally-tailored to meet the client's needs.
As a Certified Domestic Violence Advocate, she has worked with many domestic violence victims in Central Florida to obtain protective orders against their abusers in court. She also provides legal representation in domestic violence related asylum cases and green cards under the Violence Against Women Act.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
90%
11 years
Family
10%
11 years
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Licensed in Florida for 11 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2014
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Location
The Law Office of S.A. Peterkin, PLLC
835 7th Street, Suite 7, Clermont, FL, 34711
Law Offices of Sonya Anastasia Peterkin
6810 N State Rd 7, Coconut Creek, FL, 33073
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Posted by Matthew | March 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best immigration lawyer
Attorney Peterkin has handled all my immigration matters, including my application for citizenship successfully . Attorney Peterkin was patient and diligent . She will go the extra mile to help you. I strongly recommend her services:
Posted by Sonya | February 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best Immigration Attorney
Attorney Peterkin and Staff have been instrumental to keeping my family together. I did my research on her track record and she hasn’t disappointed one bit. Attorney Peterkin was very responsive, insightful, polite, and overall an amazing Attorney. Our circumstance had some complications, all of ...
Posted by Jordanna | June 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent Attorney for all your Immigration Needs !
Attorney Peterkin was very professional and handled our case well. Even in the midst of this pandemic she was always available to answer any questions my fiancé and I had. My fiancé’s visa was approved and we are very grateful for her help. She kept us informed of the wait times and let us know every...
Posted by Halesha | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Adjustment of Status
Attorney Peterkin was a pleasure to work with from the initial consultation until the day our case was approved and green card was in hand. She was always very accessible, responsive, and reliable, and was an extremely knowledgeable resource on timelines, procedures, current immigration laws and what...
Posted by Mandy | March 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The Best Legal Advice I have received in the States
She offered personalized legal advice, tailor-made to my unique circumstances, and ensured a speedy conclusion to the matter. I would highly recommend this Immigration attorney and hope she expands in South Florida
Sonya Anastasia Peterkin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with her and the past and would work with her in the future!"
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Ms. Peterkin is a very knowledgeable attorney and a fantastic advocate for her clients."
"Immigration law is very complex. Understanding the intersection between immigration law and domestic violence takes someone that focuses on it and is passionate to help people in those situations."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Sonya for many years and believe she is a wonderful advocate for her clients."
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"Sonya has been a role model for me since my time in law school. Attorney Sonya Peterkin serves the community in both immigration and family law matters with a passion for justice. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Peterkin is passionate about helping people. Her commitment to the area of immigration is impressive."
"I endorse this lawyer. I do not do immigration law myself so I am happy to confidently refer my clients to her for their immigration law needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Peterkin is knowledgeable and passionate about her clients' cases."
"Sonya is a passionate advocate for her clients! Her hard work and dedication are a testimony to the many immigrants she has helped in our community!"
"I am very happy to endorse this attorney. Ms. Peterkin is dedicated to helping her clients and works hard to achieve the best possible result for them. In addition, she is personable and professional. I do not hesitate to endorse Ms. Peterkin!"
"Sonya is a passionate, experienced, and knowledgeable immigration and family law attorney. She's personable and would be a valuable asset to have on your side."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Sonya is a very hardworking lawyer, who spends time educating and advocating in the community. Sonya cares about her clients, and will do whatever it takes, to make her clients happy."
"I endorse this lawyer based on her contributions in the Avvo forums and the personal recommendation of my law partner."
"Ms. Peterkin is a bright, caring, and diligent attorney, who is committed to putting in the effort to get the best possible outcome for her clients. I endorse her without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. She has experience in the field."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top Ten Immigration Law Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2020
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2017
10 Best Immigration Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Founding Attorney, The Law Office of S.A. Peterkin, PLLC
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, Harbor House of Central Florida
2013 - 2013
Research Assistant to Law Professor and Author, Famu College Of Law
2012 - 2013
Independent Legal Intern, The Law Office of Suzanne E. Vazquez, PA
Associations
2016 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Middle District of Florida)Admitted Attorney
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationLicensed Attorney
2015 - Present
Caribbean Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
Florida BarLicensed Attorney
2013 - Present
Florida Coalition Against Domestic ViolenceCertified Domestic Violence Advocate
Sample of Legal Cases
Post-Deportation Order Relief
Client was granted an Order of Supervision for a period of one year and allowed to apply for work authorization.
Education
2014
Florida A&M University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelors
Speaking Engagements
2020
American Immigration Lawyers Association CFC 34th Annual Immigration Conference
Marriage, Separation, and the I-751 Dealing with Difficult Issues
2019
Stand Up For Survivor Annual Banquet
Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence
2019
Practicing Immigration Attorney Panel
Working With Immigrant Communities
2018
Legacy of Greatness
Keynote Speaker
2017
WOKB Back 2 Basics Radio Show
New Trump Immigration Policies
2017
Immigration Discussion
ICE Arrests and Detention
2016
Guest Speaker on WOKB 1680 AM
Naturalization Discussion
2016
Guest Speaker on GospeLIVE365 Radio
Naturalization Discussion
2016
Graduation Ceremony
Keynote Speaker
Publications
2017
National Monitor
The Human Cost of Trump’s Immigration Policies
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
USCIS refused to reschedule my oath ceremony after calling me on the day of the interview (august 31st 2021) not to show up
13 Jan 2022
Q&A
Getting married to a foreign national during pending I-485 stage?
14 Jan 2022
Q&A
Work on the EAD end day?
11 Jan 2021