Stephanie Rivera | Miami Immigration Lawyer

EXPERIENCE:

ScaleUp Legal – Partner Miami, FL
• Provide legal guidance on immigration-related matters during corporate restructuring and
mergers/acquisitions.
• Guide startups through the process of entity formation, including selecting the appropriate
legal structure, drafting formation documents, and obtaining necessary licenses and permits.
• Assist businesses in obtaining non-immigrant and immigrant visas for foreign employees,
including H-1B visas, L-1 visas, E-2 visas, and employment-based green cards.
• Counsel individuals and families on family-based immigration options, such as marriagebased visas, fiancé visas, and family sponsorship petitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial lease agreements on behalf of landlords and tenants,
ensuring all terms and conditions are clear, fair, and legally enforceable.
• Manage formation and development of ScaleUp program for startups seeking representation
and counsel to raise capital, overcoming due diligence difficulties, and structuring deals.
• Draft wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents tailored to clients' needs and
objectives.
Consumer Law Group – Immigration Attorney Nationwide - Remote
• Provide mentorship and training to junior attorneys, sharing expertise and best practices in
immigration law.
• Delegate appropriate tasks to paralegals, overseeing their work and ensuring accuracy and
compliance with legal standards.
• Prepare and submit visa applications, petitions, and appeals on behalf of clients.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on immigration laws and regulations.
• Advise clients on eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and potential immigration
options.
• Travel across the United States to represent clients in immigration court hearings, asylum
interviews, adjustment of status interviews, and other proceedings.
Canizares Law Group – Immigration Attorney Nationwide – Miami, FL
• Provide comprehensive legal counsel and representation to clients navigating various
immigration matters.
• Prepare and submit visa applications, petitions, and appeals for individuals, families, and
employers.
• Conduct legal research to stay updated on evolving immigration laws, policies, and
precedents.
• Advocate for clients in immigration proceedings, including asylum hearings, adjustment of
status interviews, and deportation defense.
• Prepare and file waivers of inadmissibility, including unlawful presence, criminal convictions,
fraud/misrepresentation, and other grounds of inadmissibility.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and ensure compliance with all relevant immigration
regulations and ethical standards.
Angel F. Leal, Jr., P.A. – Immigration Attorney Nationwide
• Prepare and file immigration petitions and applications with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
Services (USCIS), ensuring accuracy and compliance with immigration laws and regulations.
• Advocate for clients in immigration court hearings, asylum interviews, and appeals before the
Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), leveraging expertise in immigration law and procedures.
• Review Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and analyze documents obtained from
government agencies, often comprising hundreds of pages, to gather relevant information for
clients' immigration cases.
Property Litigation Group – Litigation Attorney Miramar, FL
• Advocate for policyholders in disputes with insurance companies regarding property damage
claims, including homeowner's insurance, commercial property insurance, and business
interruption claims.
• Assess the terms and coverage of insurance policies to determine the extent of coverage and
obligations of the insurance company.
• Prepare and file lawsuits against insurance companies for breach of contract, bad faith
denial of claims, and unfair claims practices.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies or represent clients in litigation to pursue
maximum compensation for property damage and losses covered by insurance policies.
M3N – Corporate Governance Counsel Miami, FL and Barcelona, Spain
• Devised corporate governance protocols tailored to the demands of a technology-driven
corporation focused on investing in triple net commercial real estate (CRE) through data
science.
• Provided strategic guidance to senior management and the board of directors concerning
regulatory adherence and fiduciary obligations pertinent to technology-based investments in
triple net CRE.
• Utilized extensive networking and contacts cultivated during the COVID-19 pandemic to
secure essential funding, ensuring compliance with governance standards and meeting
investor expectations.

EDUCATION:
Universidad de Barcelona, Facultad de Derecho Barcelona, Spain
Grado en Derecho (Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.)/Bachelor of Law) – EU Law and Data Privacy
Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Juris Doctor (J.D.) – International Law & Civil Law
Stetson University College of Law: Tampa, FL
International Institute of Social Studies The Hague, Netherlands
Florida International University Department of Politics & International Relations Miami, FL
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – International Relations

OTHERS:
Native Reader, Writer, and Speaker of Legal and Business English and Spanish
Member of the Florida Bar – Bar No. 1018136 Miami, FL
Nova Southeastern University – Certificate in Civil Law Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Nova Southeastern University – Certificate in International Law Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Position	Organization	Location	Duration
Partner	ScaleUp Legal		Present

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University	J.D.	Law School	2018
Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law	Juris Doctor (J.D.) – International Law & Civil La		N/A
Stetson University College of Law: Tampa, FL International Institute of Social Studies	J.D.		N/A
Universidad de Barcelona, Facultad de Derecho	Grado en Derecho (Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.)/Bache		N/A
Florida International University Department of Politics & International Relations M	Bachelors		N/A

State / Court	Date
Florida	N/A

• Native Reader, Writer, and Speaker of Legal and Business English and Spanish
  Member of the Florida Bar – Bar No. 1018136 Miami, FL
  Nova Southeastern University – Certificate in Civil Law Ft. Lauderdale, FL
  Nova Southeastern University – Certificate in International Law Ft. Lauderdale, FL

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Verified Credentials	Date Verified
Licensed as Attorney in Florida. Verified with State Bar of Florida.	June 26, 2024

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