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Michelle Reyes | Lawyer in Tampa, FL and San Juan, PR

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Dr. Michelle Reyes Otero

Dr. Michelle Reyes Otero

Law Firm of Michelle Reyes, Esq.

Immigration, Criminal, Estate

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Experience: 8 years
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Main Office

8270 Woodland Center Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614

Office Hours

Monday - Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Other Locations

We Are Now Serving Immigration Clients all over the U.S. We have offices in Tampa, FL and San Juan, PR.

Law Firm of Michelle Reyes, Esq.

About Michelle

Attorney Michelle Reyes, Esq. earned her Juris Doctor degree from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University in Long Island, New York.

She is licensed in the State of Florida, the Federal Middle District of Florida, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the Federal District of Puerto Rico. She is also an approved FINRA arbitrator.

She has more than 15 years of experience in legal areas including immigration, criminal defense, family law, contracts, policy, compliance and regulations. She currently mainly practices immigration law in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Being a licensed attorney is Atty. Reyes' second career. Before law school, she worked as a Vice President in a Fortune 500 company within the financial sector in its global vendor compliance department where she was responsible for contract review and management, regulatory compliance policies, and vendor management for 7 years before she decided to attend law school.

While in law school, she was the Editor-in-Chief of the American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel (ACTEC) Law Journal, the President of the International Law Society, and the Secretary of the Latin American Law Student Association (LALSA).

She was sponsored by the International Academy of Family Lawyers where she spent significant time in the United Kingdom (London and Leeds) and was mentored by high profile international family lawyers. She also worked in immigration law firms, participated in the criminal defense and immigration law clinics, and clerked for a local judge in Huntington, NY. She was also a merit scholar recipient, a Puerto Rico Bar Association scholarship recipient and a Kadane Fellow.

She obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Certificate in International Studies, and Certificate in Cuban Studies from the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL as a Bright Futures Scholar and Verizon Scholar. While in university, she studied abroad in Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic.

During her free time, she is involved in local non-profits, including her own, 100xPR or providing services to pro bono immigration organizations.

She is a mother to two boys, two rescue dogs (a white German Shepherd and a Chihuahua Dachshund), is a proud wife, is an avid reader and enjoys a healthy and active lifestyle.

We have implemented new systems including a Client Portal where you can view all events, important documents, communicate directly with our team, upload documents, review invoices, make payments, and send/receive secure messages. We are continually striving to enhance your client experience using cutting edge technology. We provide convenient flat fees on most cases. Contact us for a case analysis and estimate.

Experience

Attorney

Law Firm of Michelle Reyes, Esq.

Present

Tampa, FL

Admission

Verified Florida

2017

Education

University of South Florida

Bachelors (Economics)

2008

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Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • The Florida Bar
  • The Puerto Rico Bar
  • The Federal Bar Association
  • The American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA) where she is a member of the Central Florida Chapter and is a board member of the Puerto Rico Chapter.
Honors / Awards
  • Attorney Reyes has been selected as one of Tampa Style Magazine's Attorneys of the Year, she has been interviewed by local news channels on multiple occasions to discuss immigration topics and has received awards for her pro bono work.

Questions & Answers

Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.

I have worked on many cases that I am proud of. However, last year I successfully had a client released from federal prison and returned home during the pandemic where he was able to care for his health and spend time with his elderly father.

How did you build a successful practice?

By building a strong reputation for professionalism, compassion, knowledge, and success.

What should clients look for in a lawyer?

A lawyer should be compassionate, care about your case and the law, and be willing to build your case by getting to know all of the facts and relevant law.

How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?

Local knowledge is important because every judge has their own rules and each courthouse has its own procedures. It is also important to have knowledge of the local culture.

What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?

I can advise the client on whether I can accept the case or not.

What information do you need in a free phone consultation?

I would need the client's goal, history of the case, if any, and if there are any other parties involved and their names.

What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?

I have a deep passion for the law and for my profession. My passion and love for my field shows in my work. I also have a deep desire in making a difference in my society, which is reflected through my work.

What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?

I truly enjoy assisting my clients in reaching their goals, whether its stabilizing the future of their children, of setting a new future for themselves, planning their business or estate, or finding creative solutions for their business or immigration situation.

What are your other interests in addition to law?

In my free time, I love to spend time in the ocean, read, and take runs.

Are you involved in your community?

Yes I am. I an active board member of AILA (American Immigration Lawyer's Association) in the Puerto Rico chapter and am a member of the Central Florida chapter. Through this organization, we often find ways to support the immigrant community with pro bono efforts. I also have a nonprofit that supports energy efficiency and disaster relief in Puerto Rico.

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