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Dawn A. Garcia

Immigration Attorney at Franklin, TN

5.0   25 reviews

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As an immigration attorney, I assist clients in creating personalized solutions to both complex and simple immigration cases. I focus on family-based immigration petitions and waivers. I also handle deportation/removal and several types visas, including E1/E2 treaty visas.

Como abogado de inmigración, asisto a los clientes en la creación de soluciones personalizadas para casos de inmigración complejos y sencillos. Me concentro en peticiones de inmigración basadas en la familia y perdones. También tomo casos de deportación y varios tipos de visas, incluyendo visas E1/E2.

Trust your legal needs with an attorney who will go above and beyond to meet your needs. We'll work together to come up with solutions tailor-made to fit you and your case.

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Licensed for 16 years
State WI
Status Good Standing
Acquired 2007
Updated 03/05/2023
State TN
Status Active
Acquired 2007
Updated 03/16/2023

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Niner Garcia PLLC
219 Third Avenue North
Franklin, TN, 37064
Niner Garcia PLLC
6200 Baum Drive
Knoxville, TN, 37919
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Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2020
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Fantastic Attorney
I highly recommend Attorney Dawn Garcia without reservation. Dawn is attentive, knowledgeable, and provides unparalleled legal services.
Posted by Rémy | June 3, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
3rd Hiring
I engaged Dawn for the third time. This time to supervise my naturalization process. I would not have hired anyone but her. I know her and I trust her based on all the work she did for me over the last 4 years. She successfully helped me file the I-130, I-485, I-102, I-765 I-751 and finally my N400. All were approved on schedule or sooner with no RFE. On the day of my N400 interview she helped me correct some of the information USCIS had misfiled which relieved quite a bit of stress off of me. Dawn even joined me for my oath ceremony. If that's not going above and beyond the call of duty for an attorney, I don't know what is. I wholeheartedly recommend Dawn both as a person and a skillful immigration attorney. Thank you Dawn, for everything, for changing my life for the better.
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Posted by Ranjit | August 13, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best Immigration Lawyer
My application for naturalization was denied as USCIS wanted proof that i traffic citation i had over 8 years back was paid. Dawn was thorough in her consultation and guidance and helped in applying for hearing. After applying for the hearing with all possible documentation, which Dawn guided well USCIS realized that there was no point in calling for the hearing and directly sent notice for oath ceremony. Dawn was always available over email and phone and also confirmed her attendance in case there was a hearing which some of the other lawyers were not ready to confirm
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Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
The right attorney for us
After searching for months for an immigration attorney it was Dawn's website that caught my eye: 8 years experience in immigration law; her chosen field right out of law school. Meeting her for the first time sealed the deal: professional, ethical, amiable; all in one. My case was not an easy one but she started work on it right away, picked up a phone and was talking to the office of the Tennessee attorney general. This would be the first steps of many over the course of a year and a half that would lead to my becoming a permanent resident of the United States; a dream I'd almost given hope for. On the day of the USCIS interview in Memphis for me and my husband, Dawn drove 10 hours to be there with us and for us at 7 in the morning. I felt bad that she had to do that. She told me that it not only was her job but that you liked it. How could you not trust an attorney who likes her job and is also a nice human being. Thank you Dawn, you changed our lives for the better. You're the very best.
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Posted by jennifer | February 19, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
immigration case
dawn helped my husband come here it was a very long process and we went through alot of obsticales to get him here. she tried everything in her power to overcome everything that was being thrown at us and finally we won.
Posted by Chao | September 8, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Dawn is very helpful
Dawn answered all the questions we had and provided helpful information towards the interview in Memphis. She is a very professional lawyer in town and I would recommend her to others who need the help for immigrations.
Posted by Samuel E. | September 8, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Professional, Ethical & Knowledgable
Dawn worked very closely with my wife and I to restructure not only our finances, but change our lifestyle. She is very knowledgable in many areas of law and finance, and has very high standards when it comes to ethics. We consider Dawn not only as a professional, but an advocate for those in need. We highly recommend Dawn and her practice.
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Posted by Jeff | September 2, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
I've personally and professionally used the services of Dawn Garcia, She has met and exceeded my expactations three fold each and every time..
Posted by Kristen | September 8, 2014
Excellent Immigration Lawyer
I could not have asked for a better Immigration Lawyer than Dawn Garcia. She promptly answered questions and always kept my husband and I informed. I completely trust her and will always recommend her!
Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2014
Excellent work!
Dawn was brilliant to work with. We had a complex. Case, and she worked with us to come up with a creative and beneficial resolution that worked effectively and swiftly work the court.
Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2014
You're Awesome!
Dawn, thank you for helping to ease my stressful financial situation by educating me about bankruptcy and communicating with me the status of my case from beginning to end. I would definitely recommend you to my friends and family. I’m glad a got a second opinion and called you. Thanks again for your help. T. Brown
Posted by Tammy | August 13, 2014
Dawn Garcia - Recommended to You!
I recommend Dawn Garcia. She has helped me with several issues regarding immigration. Dawn is someone I trust because she has always been forthright with the law and has always provided me with the facts, even if those facts were not always what I wanted to hear. I noticed about Dawn that she is very proud of the oath she took as an attorney, as she abides by such - completely. I have recommended Dawn to many of my friends and recommend her to you!
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Posted by Micah | August 8, 2014
Excellent Immigration Lawyer
Ms. Garcia is an excellent Lawyer. My wife and I got married abroad. Ms. Garcia helped us through the immigration process. She told us what documents we would need, helped us complete the various immigration forms, and assisted us with filing everything. When she was unable to go with us to Memphis for an interview, she made arrangements for another lawyer to meet us there and attend the interview. She was always quick to respond to our questions. My wife is now a proud U.S. citizen. Thank you Ms. Garcia for helping us start the immigration process off on the right foot.
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Posted by Christina | August 8, 2014
Great help for a difficult time
I was going thru a very difficult time in my life and needed legal help. I saw Dawn's add in a phone directory and called for an appointment. From our first meeting until the last, she did everything in my best interest, and always kept me informed about the process and what to expect.
Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2014
Awesome!
Dawn was great at putting together my green card application. She was thorough and obviously experienced. When it came time to have the interview my interviewer took one look at the package and basically stamped it and handed me my green card. He said it was more than enough and compared to most packages he sees it was an easy decision to approve my application!
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Posted by Michael | August 7, 2014
Excellent Attorney - Very Knowledgable
Ms. Garcia offered a level of knowledge and professionalism not typically experienced. She was and remains a trusted advocate. Ms. Garcia keeps you informed through every step of the legal process.
Posted by anonymous | August 6, 2014
Excellent Legal Representation
After speaking with other Attorneys concerning my legal matter and not believing they had my best interests in mind, I was directed to Ms Garcia. Not only did she allow me to have input into my case, but she approached every option with legal expertise and thoroughness. I cannot tell you how good it felt to have an attorney who was not only knowledgeable, but who made me feel confident that I was getting the best in legal representation. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone who might need legal counsel.
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Posted by Kevin | August 6, 2014
Great Bankruptcy attorney.
Dawn helped our family with a bankruptcy case a few years back. She was courteous and professional and did a great job. We got the resolution we were looking for with no setbacks or hassles. She kept us informed of the entire legal process, completely the paperwork correctly, met all the deadlines, and we received approval from the judge. We are grateful for her help, and I have recommended her in the past to friends.
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Posted by Melissa | August 6, 2014
Wonderful at her job
I was referred to Dawn and heard nothing but positive things. Dawn is wonderful at her job. She kept me up to date with the process. She was great to work with.
Posted by Ericka | August 6, 2014
Excellent attorney/advisor
Dawn is very knowledgeable and straight forward. She is NOT an attorney that is out there to take peoples money. She takes time with your case and with you. I loved that she was very thorough and told us step by step what would happen and it was precise. We are very thankful to have found Dawn. She cares about her practice and her client. Definitely the person to go to!
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AVVO RATING 9.7 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Principal
  • Dawn A. Garcia, Attorney-at-Law
  • 2008 - Present

Education

  • Vanderbilt University Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2006
  • Middle Tennessee State University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 2003

Associations

  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • Tennessee Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2014

Publications

  • Tennessee Bar Association Immigration Law Section Newsletter
  • What Happens to the Cuban Adjustment Act Now?
  • 2015
  • Tennessee Bar Association Immigration Law Section Newsletter
  • Unseen Pitfalls of Divorce: Some Common Immigration Problems Faced by Family-Law Attorneys
  • 2010

Speaking Engagements

  • Franklin Round Table CLE
  • Defending noncitizen defendants after Padilla v. Kentucky.
  • 2011

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Immigration Attorney | Nov 29
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Immigration Attorney | Dec 10
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"I endorse this lawyer. She is knowledgeable, hardworking and highly respected in the community."
Immigration Attorney | Dec 06
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Immigration Attorney | Nov 30
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"I endorse this lawyer, she is an excellent colleague and practitioner."
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Immigration Attorney | Nov 30
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"I endorse this lawyer because she is compassionate about defending her clients."
Immigration Attorney | Nov 30
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Immigration Attorney | Nov 30
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"I endorse this lawyer. She is a caring and compassionate individual."
Immigration Attorney | Nov 30
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