About Shane & Shane, P.A.
Immigration Fort Lauderdale clients with complex cases turn to Shane & Shane, P.A., one of Fort Lauderdale’s most credentialed immigration law firms, with two Board Certified partners bringing over 60 years of combined experience. Michael Shane, Esq. became one of Florida’s first Board Certified immigration attorneys in 1995. His partner Evan J. Shane, Esq. earned Board Certification from the Florida Bar Association in 2012. The firm, located at 500 W. Cypress Creek Road in Broward County, also includes attorney Hastrid Salmon. Both named partners have earned Florida Super Lawyers designation and Lawyer of the Year recognition from Best Lawyers. Clients seeking top-tier representation can begin their search at the immigration attorney directory.
Immigration Fort Lauderdale Services
Shane & Shane handles naturalization and citizenship, family-based immigration (marriage visas, fiancé petitions, parent and child petitions), deportation defense, employment-based immigration for professionals and investors, healthcare worker visas, athlete and entertainer visas, green card renewal, conditional residence removal, and USCIS examination representation. The firm processes cases for clients nationwide and through consular offices internationally.
Why Choose Shane & Shane for immigration Fort Lauderdale Representation
Board Certification in immigration and nationality law is the Florida Bar’s highest credential in the field — it requires years of experience, peer review, and a rigorous written examination. Only a small fraction of Florida’s immigration attorneys hold it; Shane & Shane has two such partners. More than 300 five-star online reviews and consistent Super Lawyers recognition confirm that peer credentials translate to client results. Office hours run 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with in-person and video consultations available.
Quick Facts
- Practice Area: Immigration Law
- Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Broward County)
- Serves: Fort Lauderdale and surrounding Broward County communities
- Website: shanelaw.com
- Notable: Michael Shane earned Florida Bar Board Certification in immigration law in 1995 — among the first in the state; both partners hold Florida Super Lawyers designation — Shane & Shane, P.A.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Florida Bar Board Certification in immigration law mean for clients?
Board Certification is the Florida Bar’s recognition that an attorney has demonstrated expertise, professionalism, and ethics in a specific area of law. To earn it in immigration and nationality law, an attorney must practice primarily in the field for at least five years, handle a minimum number of qualifying matters, pass a written examination, and receive positive peer evaluations. Fewer than 5% of Florida attorneys are Board Certified in any specialty. For immigration clients, it is the most reliable third-party signal of genuine expertise.
Can I apply for a green card while my deportation case is pending?
In some cases, yes. Immigration judges have authority to adjudicate certain forms of relief — including asylum, cancellation of removal, and adjustment of status — during removal proceedings. Whether a particular green card pathway is available in proceedings depends on the type of petition filed, the basis for removal, and your immigration history. An experienced deportation defense attorney can identify all available relief options and file applications concurrently to protect your ability to remain.
What is the process for removing conditions on a marriage-based green card?
If you received a green card based on a marriage of less than two years, you received a two-year conditional residence status. To remove conditions, you and your spouse must file Form I-751 within the 90-day window before the card expires. USCIS reviews the petition to confirm the marriage was entered in good faith. If the marriage has ended through divorce, widowhood, or abuse, a waiver of the joint filing requirement may be available. An attorney can guide you through both the standard and waiver tracks.
