Prior to his current academic position, Mr. Hoffman practiced immigration law at Kurzban Kurzban Weinger & Tetzeli, P.A. in Miami. Previously, Professor Hoffman was a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois, held the Forrester Fellowship at Tulane Law School and was a Lecturer at the University of Miami. In addition to his practice and teaching experience, Professor Hoffman served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Paul V. Gadola, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan for a two-year term 1998-2000.
Professor Hoffman has also published articles on immigration, international law, international human rights, and racial profiling, most recently, "The War on Terror as a Metaphor for Immigration Regulation," appearing in the University of Iowa’s Journal of Gender, Race and Justice, coauthored with Susham Modi in 2012. In addition, Professor Hoffman’s article, "Immigration Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support) and Efforts to Collect Damages as Support Obligations Against Divorced Spouses—What Practitioners Need to Know" appeared in the Florida Bar Journal.
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Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2014
Professor Hoffman worked hard on my difficult immigration case untill I was able to join my family, I kept getting his valuable advise regarding my Green Card application, he helped me a lot and I really appreciate his professional support and experience untill I received my Green Card .. I would re...
Posted by Jose | June 6, 2013
Mr. Hoffman was my immigration lawyer for my case (DACA) Differed Action. Overall Mr. Hoffaman is an excellent lawyer, always willing to help, very professional, and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Mr. Hoffamn to anyone that needs a lawyer for immigration Purposes.
Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2013
Professor Hoffman worked on my asylum case, it was very hard and complicated one as I contacted many lawyers and humanitarian organizations before knowing him, but all of them told me it’s very hard and impossible to get it done. Professor Hoffman was the only one respond to me and gave me a hope, he...
Posted by RAMON GOMEZ | February 11, 2013
My first impression of attorney Geoffre Hoffman was of a human being who is committed to immigration law , very profesionalaywer,,my case was a very challenge for him for its complexity, and helped win my case,one of a kind green card case,he gave me confidence the very first time I talked to him,and...
Posted by Miguel | February 11, 2013
Professor Hoffman helped me with my immigration case for The Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals. In the few times we met he thought me how to properly file the application and what type of documents i needed. He was very knowledgeable and helped me with every step. I cannot express the gratitude ...
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"Not only is Prof. Hoffman knowledgeable when it comes to Immigration law, i consider him a worthy resource and mentor. He is passionate about his work and humble enough to share his immigration experience with others."
"I had the pleasure of working with Professor Hoffman on a deportation appeal. He is bright, knowledgeable, and courteous. His experience in deportation defense runs deep. He's had the unique opportunity to tackle thousands of complicated matters through the clinic he runs at the University of Houston Law Center. He also works with the best and brightest in the field; for several years he's worked with Ira Kurzban, who annually publishes "the bible" on immigration law. When I have a difficult or novel matter, I often consult with Professor Hoffman. He's one of the few attorneys I know that works routinely on "cutting edge" issues in immigration law."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hoffman was my Professor during law school. I credit Geoff for teaching me persuasive writing skills and breaking down an argument. I also had the opportunity to work with Geoff in a busy immigration practice in Miami. As an attorney, he is caring, honest, hard-working and professional. I highly recommend Geoff."
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NATIONAL PRO BONO AWARD, Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.
2009 - Present
Director, University of Houston Immigration Clinic
2004 - 2009
Immigration Attorney, Kurzban Kurzban Weinger & Tetzeli, PA
2006 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Texas chapter)Member
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