Pozo Goldstein, LLPProfile on file
Practice focus: Removal defense, asylum, family-based, citizenship
Team of former Immigration Judge and former immigration prosecutors with 90+ years combined experience.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
When your status, your family, or your future is on the line.
Top 10 Immigration Lawyers in Miami
Miami is one of the busiest immigration markets in the U.S. — gateway for Latin America, the Caribbean, and a major refugee processing point. The Miami Immigration Court and the USCIS Miami field office handle massive caseloads. Whether you're sponsoring a spouse, an EB-5 investor green card, asylum, or removal defense, the right Miami immigration lawyer changes the outcome.
We've shortlisted 10 Miami immigration firms with deep experience across family-based, employment-based, EB-5 investment, removal defense, and asylum work.
How we picked these 10: We reviewed published verdicts and settlements, peer rankings (Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Chambers and Partners, Avvo), client review patterns, and bar association recognition. Firms that appeared consistently across independent sources made the list. We do not accept payment for placement, and we do not write sponsored reviews. More on our methodology →
VisaNation Law Group
Practice focus: E-1, H-1B, EB-1, business immigration
Strong record on complex business immigration cases. Flat-fee transparency for most cases.
- Fee structure
- Flat fee
- Free consultation
- Paid
Malescu Law
Practice focus: US immigration, business law, M&A, international transactions
Florida Bar Board Certified Lawyers. Strong international business immigration practice.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Paid
Law Offices of Carla A. Anzaldi
Practice focus: Family-based, employment, citizenship
Bilingual Spanish-language Miami immigration boutique. Argentine + US legal training.
- Fee structure
- Flat fee
- Free consultation
- Paid
Gallardo Law Firm
Practice focus: Complex immigration, courtroom litigation, all areas
Strong removal defense and complex immigration litigation practice.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Paid
Greenberg Traurig — Immigration Practice (Miami)
Practice focus: Corporate immigration, EB-5, executive transfer, global mobility
Miami-rooted global firm. Premier corporate immigration practice and major Latin America EB-5 docket.
- Fee structure
- Hourly + corporate retainer
- Free consultation
- Corporate
Akerman LLP — Immigration (Miami)
Practice focus: Business immigration, EB-5, executive transfer
Miami-headquartered. Strong corporate immigration practice for Latin America-focused clients.
- Fee structure
- Hourly + corporate retainer
- Free consultation
- Corporate
Roman Petra Nelson Caceres, P.A.
Practice focus: EB-5, business immigration, family
Strong EB-5 investor practice for Latin American clientele. Bilingual Spanish/Portuguese intake.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Paid
Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP — Miami
Practice focus: Business immigration, O-1, EB-1, EB-2 NIW, EB-5
AILA leadership firm. Strong EB-1 extraordinary ability and EB-5 practice in Miami.
- Fee structure
- Flat fee
- Free consultation
- Paid
Help US Visa Law Firm
Practice focus: Family-based, employment, EB-5, citizenship
Bilingual Spanish/English Miami immigration practice. Strong individual + family caseload.
- Fee structure
- Flat fee
- Free consultation
- Paid
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Request Free Consultation →What to expect from your Miami immigration case
Timelines vary widely. A spousal green card filed in Miami currently takes 12-24 months. Naturalization runs 8-14 months. EB-5 investor visas have multi-year backlogs. Asylum and removal defense before the Miami Immigration Court can take 2-5 years.
What does an immigration lawyer in Miami cost?
Miami immigration firms typically use flat fees per case type. Spousal green card: $2,500-$5,000 in legal fees plus USCIS filing fees of $1,760+. Naturalization: $1,500-$2,500. Employment-based petitions: $3,000-$15,000+. EB-5 investor cases: $20,000-$50,000+ legal fees.
Red flags to watch for when picking a immigration lawyer in Miami
The legal directory you find on Google has thousands of Miami immigration firms. Most are competent. A few are problematic. The patterns to avoid:
Guaranteed outcomes. No ethical attorney can guarantee a result. If a firm promises a specific recovery, dismissal, or visa approval, walk away.
The disappearing partner. You meet a senior partner at intake, then never speak to them again. The case is handled by an unsupervised junior or a paralegal. Ask in writing who will be your day-to-day attorney.
Pressure to sign immediately. Reputable firms give you the retainer in writing, time to read it, and the option to take it home. High-pressure intake is almost always a sign of a volume mill, not a craftsperson's practice.
No verifiable track record. The firm should be able to point to verdicts, settlements, peer rankings, or bar association recognition. "We've helped thousands of clients" is marketing copy. Specific numbers, named cases, and third-party rankings are evidence.
Vague fee terms. "Don't worry about cost" is a red flag. Every legitimate Miami lawyer will give you a written engagement letter with the fee structure, what's covered, what triggers extra charges, and what happens if you fire them.
10 questions to ask in your free consultation
Most Miami firms on this list offer a free initial consultation. Use it. Bring a list of questions and write down the answers. Compare across at least two firms before you sign.
- Who, specifically, will handle my case day-to-day? Get a name. Get an email.
- How many cases like mine have you handled in the last three years? You want a number, not a brochure line.
- What is your fee, and what does it cover? Get the answer in writing before you sign.
- What case expenses am I responsible for, and when? Out-of-pocket costs surprise people. Ask now.
- What is the realistic range of outcomes for a case like mine? A good lawyer will give you a range. A bad one will promise the high end.
- How long will it take? Honest estimate, with the assumptions stated.
- Who else might be involved? Experts? Co-counsel? Larger cases routinely involve outside experts. Know who's on the team.
- How and how often will I hear from you? Email-only? Calls? Monthly updates? Set the expectation now.
- What happens if I want to change lawyers later? Rules allow it; the fee is sorted between firms. Make sure you understand the mechanics.
- What's the worst-case outcome for my case? A lawyer who refuses to discuss downside risk is selling you something.
What's specific about a immigration case in Miami
Miami is its own market. The procedure, the courts, and the strategy are city- and state-specific in ways that matter to your outcome.
Local courthouses matter. Miami-Dade County Circuit Court and the Southern District of Florida have judges, calendars, and procedures that shape how cases move. A firm that knows the local courthouse has an advantage.
Filing deadlines are strict. Notice of Claim windows for cases against the City or County, Statute of Limitations periods, and pre-suit certification requirements vary by case type and are unforgiving. A missed deadline often means a lost case — full stop.
Local procedure rules matter. Each court has its own forms, motion practice, and judge preferences. The right Miami firm will know not just the law, but the unwritten rules of the courthouse you'll be in.
Local plaintiffs/defendants do well in front of local juries. Verdict patterns vary by venue, and a trial-capable firm uses venue strategically.
Frequently asked questions
Can I file my green card application without a lawyer?
You can — but most people shouldn't. A small mistake on Form I-130 or I-485 can mean an RFE or denial that takes another year to fix.
My case has been pending forever. Can a lawyer speed it up?
Sometimes. A mandamus lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida can force USCIS to decide a case that has unreasonably stalled.
I'm in removal proceedings. Should I represent myself?
No. Removal defense is one of the highest-stakes areas of US law and there is no right to a government-appointed attorney in immigration court.
Can a criminal record block my immigration case?
Often yes — sometimes severely. Talk to a 'crimmigration' lawyer before pleading to anything if you're not a citizen.
What's an EB-5 investor visa?
Investment of $800,000 (TEA) or $1,050,000 (non-TEA) in a U.S. business that creates 10+ jobs. Major Miami practice area for Latin American investors. Multi-year process.
Related reading
One last thing. Choosing a lawyer is personal. Read the reviews. Call two or three firms before you sign. Ask each one: How many cases like mine have you taken to verdict in the last three years? The answer tells you everything. — The LawFirmSquare team