Immigration Lawyer Miami
Why Choose The Law Office of Tatiane M. Silva
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Four Languages, One Team
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Nationwide Service from Our Miami Office
About Us
Meet Tatiane M. Silva, Founding Attorney
A graduate of Florida A&M University College of Law (top 10% of her class, 2014), Tatiane is an active member of AILA and the Florida Immigrant Coalition, and was named Best Immigration Lawyer in Miami in the 2024 Quality Business Awards. She is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and personally meets with every client during the initial consultation.
What to Expect When You Hire Us
Step 1: Free Initial Consultation
Call us at (305) 363-1800 or fill out our contact form, and we’ll schedule your free initial consultation, in person at our downtown Miami office or by video for clients outside South Florida. Tatiane personally meets with every new client during the initial consultation, in your preferred language. We’ll ask about your immigration history, family situation, and goals, and tell you honestly what options exist for your case.
Step 2: Case Strategy & Document Review
Step 3: Filing, Hearings & Communication
Step 4: Resolution & Next Steps
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Our Immigration Practice Areas
Family Immigration Lawyer in Miami
At The Law Office of Tatiane M. Silva, P.A., we are proud to work to have families reunited through family immigration processes, which can be a surprisingly difficult process – especially if you try to go through the process alone. We will work with you to support you and your family through this time so that you can be reunited safely and legally in the United …
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
VAWA
Waivers
Naturalization and Citizenship
There are a few ways that someone obtains citizenship in the United States: being born in the United States, being born to a U.S. citizen abroad, or successfully completing the naturalization process and being accepted as a naturalized citizen. We can help with any matters relating to citizenship and will be happy to discuss your situation today.
Removal Defense
Cuban Adjustment
The Cuban Adjustment Act of 1966 allows Cuban natives or citizens living in the U.S. who meet certain eligibility requirements to apply to get a Green Card. In order to qualify, among other requirements, the Cuban national must be physically present in the U.S. for at least 1 year at the time of filing and be inspected or admitted into the U.S. Family members of Cuban nationals might also qualify to get their Green Cards through the Cuban Adjustment Act if they meet certain requirements.
DACA/TPS
Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) allows certain people who came to the U.S. before turning 16 years old and meet certain guidelines, to apply for deferred action. This allows them to obtain a Work Permit and to remain in the U.S.
The U.S. Government may designate a foreign country for Temporary Protective Status (TPS) due to conditions in the country that temporarily prevent the country’s nationals from returning safely, or in certain circumstances, where the country is unable to handle the return of its nationals adequately. Those under TPS status are allowed to obtain a Work Permit and Travel Document to travel abroad.
Asylum
Communities We Serve
Brazilian Immigration
Tatiane is herself a Brazilian-American attorney, and our firm has built a Portuguese-speaking practice serving Brazilian families across the United States. We handle adjustment of status, family-based petitions, asylum, and citizenship for the Brazilian community.
Cuban Immigration
Haitian Immigration
Nicaraguan Immigration
Venezuelan Immigration
We Serve You in Your Language
🇺🇸 English — Full service for English-speaking clients across the U.S.
🇭🇹 Kreyòl Ayisyen — Sèvis konplè an Kreyòl pou kominote Ayisyen an.
Blog
U.S. Citizenship for a Child Born Abroad
Obtaining U.S. citizenship for a child born abroad often involves applying for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) (Form FS-240). The application is typically filed at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate before the child turns 18. In most cases, one parent must...
Understanding the ICE Deportation Process: What You Need to Know to Fight for Your Stay in the U.S.
If you or a loved one is facing removal proceedings, it is critical to understand the ICE deportation process. The process follows a structured legal path, from the initial arrest to the final immigration court proceedings. Each stage has specific legal requirements,...
Understanding the Deportation Process and How The Law Office of Tatiane M. Silva, P.A. Can Help
An Overview of What It Means to Be in the Deportation ProcessDeportation is the legal process of removing a foreign national or noncitizen from the U.S. It can happen for many reasons, but the impact is always serious. Families can be separated, jobs lost, and futures...
Areas We Serve in South Florida
- Miami-Dade County: Downtown Miami · Brickell · Little Havana · Little Haiti · Liberty City · Wynwood · Allapattah · Coral Gables · Coconut Grove · Hialeah · Doral · Kendall · Homestead · North Miami · Miami Beach · Aventura · Miami Lakes · Cutler Bay · Pinecrest · Westchester · Sweetwater
- Broward County: Fort Lauderdale · Hollywood · Pembroke Pines · Miramar · Davie · Sunrise · Coral Springs · Pompano Beach
- Palm Beach County: West Palm Beach · Boca Raton · Delray Beach · Boynton Beach
Our office at 66 W Flagler Street, 9th Floor, Miami, FL 33130 is centrally located in downtown Miami, about a 10-minute drive from the Miami Immigration Court at 333 S. Miami Avenue. We represent clients throughout South Florida and across all 50 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring an Immigration Lawyer in Miami
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What does an immigration lawyer in Miami do?
A Miami immigration lawyer represents individuals and families in matters governed by federal U.S. immigration law, including green card applications, family petitions (I-130, I-485, K-1), naturalization (N-400), asylum claims, deportation defense in immigration court, humanitarian visas (U, T, VAWA, SIJS), Cuban Adjustment Act applications, DACA and TPS, and waivers of inadmissibility. Because Miami is home to one of the busiest immigration courts in the country, attorneys here also handle a high volume of removal proceedings, bond hearings, and consular processing for clients with family abroad.
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How much does an immigration lawyer in Miami cost?
Timelines vary based on the type of case, the relevant USCIS field office or immigration court, and current backlogs. As of recent USCIS reporting, naturalization (N-400) typically takes around 9 months at the Miami Field Office, while a marriage-based green card (I-485) often takes about 21 months. Asylum and removal cases can take several years due to court backlogs. We give you realistic, current timelines during your consultation based on the facts of your case.
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Do I need an immigration lawyer who speaks my language?
You don’t strictly need a lawyer who speaks your language, but for high-stakes immigration cases, you absolutely should have one. Nuance matters. Our team works in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese, which means your story isn’t filtered through a translator and your strategy isn’t simplified for translation. This is especially important for asylum cases, where credibility depends on your ability to describe what happened to you precisely.
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How do I know if I qualify for a green card, asylum, or other relief?
The honest answer is: you usually don’t, until a lawyer reviews your full immigration history. Eligibility depends on dates of entry, prior filings, criminal history, family relationships, country of nationality, and a dozen other factors. Schedule a free consultation and we’ll review your case and tell you what’s possible, including options you may not know exist, such as U visas for crime victims, VAWA for survivors of abuse, and SIJS for young immigrants.
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Where is the Miami Immigration Court and USCIS Field Office?
The Miami Immigration Court is located at 333 South Miami Avenue, Suite 700, Miami, FL 33130, where most removal and deportation cases for South Florida are heard. The USCIS Miami Field Office at 8801 NW 7th Avenue handles naturalization interviews, green card interviews, and other in-person services for the area, and the USCIS Miami Asylum Office at 1501 Biscayne Boulevard handles affirmative asylum interviews. Our office at 66 W Flagler Street is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Miami Immigration Court.
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How long does an immigration case take?
Timelines vary dramatically. A naturalization case typically takes 8–14 months from filing to oath ceremony. A marriage-based green card runs 12–24 months. Asylum cases can take 2–6 years depending on backlog. Removal proceedings in Miami Immigration Court can take 1–4 years. We give you realistic timelines during your consultation, not best-case marketing numbers.
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Can you represent me if I don’t live in Miami?
Yes. Immigration law is federal, so we represent clients in all 50 states from our Miami office. We handle consultations by video, sign engagement remotely, and appear in immigration courts across the country. Our base in Miami means we have particular depth on cases involving Caribbean and Latin American countries of origin, but we serve clients from every community.
Recent Case Results
Removal terminated
Client charged with falsely claiming U.S. citizenship faced removal from the United States. After review of the underlying record, our firm successfully moved to terminate proceedings, and the client retained lawful status.
Removal terminated for abandonment of status
Client placed in removal proceedings on grounds of abandonment of lawful permanent resident status after extended travel abroad. We secured termination of proceedings and preservation of green card status.
USCIS denial reopened and approved
Client’s family-based petition was denied by USCIS. Our firm filed a motion to reopen with new evidence and the case was approved.
Immigration Court denial overturned on appeal
Client received an unfavorable decision in immigration court. We filed an appeal with the Board of Immigration Appeals and the case was reopened for further proceedings.
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