Marlene Markowitz Law Offices, P.A. - Miami, FL

Compassionate Immigration Advocacy in Miami, Florida

Navigating the United States immigration system is one of the most critical legal journeys an individual or family can undertake. Located at 150 SE 2nd Avenue in Suite 300 in Downtown Miami, Marlene Markowitz Law Offices, P.A. provides strategic legal representation to immigrants, families, and entrepreneurs across South Florida. Founded in 2017 by managing attorney Marlene Markowitz, a first-generation American born in Guatemala and graduate of St. Thomas University School of Law, the firm pairs cultural empathy with rigorous courtroom acumen. When sudden deportation threats or visa crises emerge and you need an attorney urgently, Marlene Markowitz provides direct, steadfast guidance.

Family-Based Immigration and Permanent Residency

Keeping loved ones together across international borders requires meticulous preparation and detailed understanding of administrative procedures. As seasoned family immigration lawyers, the firm helps United States citizens and lawful permanent residents sponsor spouses, children, parents, and siblings. Marlene Markowitz guides families through adjustment of status applications, consular processing interviews abroad, and immigrant visa petitions, eliminating procedural bottlenecks and preventing unnecessary separation.

Their comprehensive immigration practice assists clients with:

• Marriage green cards, fiancé visas, and petitions for immediate relatives with thorough documentation review.
• Humanitarian relief applications, including affirmative and defensive asylum petitions for individuals fleeing persecution.
• Protection under the Violence Against Women Act and U-visas for immigrant survivors of qualifying crimes.
• Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals renewals, employment authorizations, and travel advance parole requests.

Removal Defense and Immigration Court Litigation

Facing deportation before the Executive Office for Immigration Review is a daunting experience that demands immediate legal defense. Serving as dedicated deportation defense lawyers, Marlene Markowitz defends foreign nationals in immigration court proceedings and during Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. The practice aggressively presents applications for cancellation of removal, bond redeterminations, and Section 212 waivers of inadmissibility, fighting to keep clients unified with their families.

Naturalization and United States Citizenship

Achieving American citizenship is the ultimate goal for lawful permanent residents. As knowledgeable citizenship lawyers, the firm assesses statutory eligibility, verifies continuous residency, and addresses complex moral character issues. Marlene Markowitz prepares applicants for the naturalization civics and language interview, guiding them through every step of obtaining their certificate of naturalization.

Trademark Protection for Immigrant Entrepreneurs

In addition to immigration advocacy, the firm champions small business founders and Hispanic business owners seeking to secure their brands. Acting as dedicated trademark lawyers and copyright lawyers, the firm assists entrepreneurs in registering trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and protecting proprietary commercial assets against infringement.

Recognized Legal Excellence and Client-Centered Care

Recognized as a Law Firm 500 honoree and active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Marlene Markowitz provides personalized, bilingual legal service in English and Spanish. If you are ready to hire a lawyer to resolve an immigration challenge or want to find an attorney to evaluate your green card options, schedule a confidential consultation with their Miami office today.