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Biography
As the chair of the firm’s Immigration Law practice group, Barbara excels in family and employment-based immigration law. Her focus is on ensuring compliance in employment immigration, providing trusted counsel to a broad spectrum of clients. Whether assisting multinational corporations, educational institutions, or religious entities, Barbara offers adept representation across all immigration matters. She proficiently handles cases involving inter-company transfers, work visas, and investment visas, always with attention to detail. With her extensive knowledge and strategic insight, Barbara is committed to addressing the specific immigration needs of her clients, fostering long-term solutions that align with their organizational goals. Her work is characterized by a seamless bridge between stringent immigration regulations and client aspirations.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
90%
28 years
Business
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2020 2019 2016
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Licenses
Licensed in Utah for 28 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Richards Brandt Miller Nelson
111 E Broadway, 4th Floor, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
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Posted by Maria ponce | June 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
Llo recomiendo a la bogada Meléndez ella es honesta y con mucha experiencia nosotros estamos encantados con su trabajo.
Barbara Melendez
Replied last April 27, 2023Gracias por su comentario. Ha sido un placer representar a su familia.
Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Barbara Melendez Review
Barbara was the most thorough attorney I have ever worked with. From our very first interview, I knew I had made a good choice in choosing Barbara to take care of my case as it was evident that she held the knowledge and experience to help me through it successfully. She was very easy to get a hold...
Posted by Ricardo | December 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Very Professional
Barbara was great, I highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for a trustworthy lawyer. I did my PERM with her and everything went well. Thank you, Barbara, for everything!
Barbara Melendez
Replied last December 04, 2019Ricardo, while the process was long and at times frustrating I am very glad we did not give up! It's been a pleasure. Barbara
Posted by Evandro | January 30, 2019 | Immigration
No more immigrant nightmares!!
I'm so glad to meet you. Solved my nightmares after long years as a student in the US. Mrs. Melendez understands the life of an immigrant. I'm very comfortable following the next steps along with Mrs. Melendez. I appreciate your help.
Posted by Amy Cetz | December 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Immigration paperwork
Barbara and her team are excellent! My husband and I were recently married and were starting the AOS which in turn lead us to Barbara. We knew we needed an attorney we could trust and that would guide us through this process. We defiantly found this in Barbara and her assistants. They are all ver...
Barbara Melendez
Replied last December 14, 2016Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure representing you and your spouse. Best wishes always, Barbara
Barbara V. Melendez's Lawyer Endorsements
"Barbara is a great attorney and even better person. She is very knowledgeable and considered an expert in her field of immigration. I will continue to refer people to her needing help with immigration matters."
"I have known Barbara as a neighbor, friend, and attorney. I have followed her carrier over the years and she has steadily climbed in her skills, abilities, and positions. She is good to be around, straight forward, honest, and trustworthy. I have no hesitation in recommending her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Barbara is a fantastic immigration attorney. She was co-counsel on a massive mine collapse case where several of the miners that died had immigration issues. She worked well with the various consulates and members of our Congressional staff to get these issues resolved. She also did a great job on the actual case itself."
"If you have a legal matter involving immigration issues, then you want to hire Barbara Melendez to be your lawyer. She's an absolutely wonderful person and a top-notch attorney. I have referred many people to Barbara and she consistently delivers. I trust her and listen to her carefully as she is wise and has excellent logic, reasoning, good instincts and makes sound decisions. I recommend her without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2011
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2008
Utah’s 20 Most Influental Hispanic Business Leaders, Business Connect Magazine
2007
30 Women to Watch, Utah Business Magazine
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney & Immigration Chair, Richards Brandt Miller Nelson
2013 - Present
Chair Immigration Practice Group, Richards Brandt Miller Nelson
2012 - 2013
Partner, Kuck Immigraiton Partners
2006 - 2012
Shareholder, Kirton & McConkie
2005 - 2009
Law Professor, Brigham Young University Law School
2004 - 2006
Judge, Justice Court Judge- Salt Lake City
2004 - 2005
Attorney, Christensen & Jensen, PC
Associations
2011 - Present
Salt Lake Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
2011 - Present
State of Utah, Governor's Commision on Immigration & MigrationGovernors Commision
2009 - Present
Utah Bar FoundationBoard Member
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Utah chapter)
Past Chair
Education
N/A
Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2012
Education Week
Overview of Immigration Law--Family-Based and Employment-Based Immigration—Compliance and Following the Law
2011
Tri State Conference
Immigration - What's Going On?
2011
Immigration Compliance
Employer Compliance
2009
AILA National Conference
Religious Worker Visas
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to withdraw a VAWA petition after get remarried to another person? (It's not my ex).
25 Aug 2017
Q&A
Can i File petition for my mother ?
30 Oct 2015
Q&A
I'm looking for a probono Immigration lawyer
19 Oct 2015