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Program title: Degree Revalidation for Foreign Lawyers - as Immigration Specialists
Limited Access: Yes
Contact: Dr. Humberto H. Pachecker
Address: 3200 US Highway 27 South, Suite #302
Sebring, FL 33870
Telephone: (863) 345-0618
Email: hhpachecker@nafalaw.com
Program Description
This is a comprehensive course in a specialty in US immigration law, on the subject and topic of immigration, waivers, labor certification, special visas for agricultural workers, asylums, deportations, and other important topics - read below for details.
Admission Requirements
(1) NAFA Membership Approval*;
(2) Foreign law degree transcripts;
(3) Two letters of recommendation;
(4) Submission of resume / curriculum vitae (CV);
(5) Written statement of purpose / intent in taking this course and program; and
(6) Telephone or video interview, if requested.
* Check the Membership section for more information on the registration application with NAFA.
These graduate level programs are comprehensive study programs and are only available to candidates whom have already completed a law degree and graduated outside of the United States. The program does not have thematic specialties and courses taken by LL.M. students and graduates. The screening is also determined individually by a NAFA staff member, based on the member's interests.
For more detailed information, visit our Certification section.
Very important reminder that an English proficiency exam (TOEFL) is not required for admission to this program but recommended in the event of future career options. In addition, note that the LSAT exam is also not required. Application for financial assistance to pay for study expenses - visit our Scholarships page.
The Immigration course is certified by the Florida Bar. In addition, there is an optional in-person review process. This optional in-person part contains the same subjects and books for remote study - for this reason it is optional, and has no additional cost. By completing some of our core classes and seminars, you will receive Florida Bar credit in CLE credits.
Program Requirements
| Subject | Begin | End |
|---|---|---|
| Constitutional Law | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
| Immigration Law | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
| Legal English Terminology | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
| Family Law | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
Complete Program (Courses - One total Semester)
‐ Organization of Federal Agencies
‐ Visa Classification
A. Visas for temporary workers
B. Immigrant visas
‐ Humanitarian Visas
‐ Investor Visas
‐ Special Immigrant Visas
‐ Labor Certification
A. Process before the DOL
B. Process before USCIS
‐ Process for Adopted Children
‐ Public Charge Rules
‐ Refugee Asylum
‐ Deportations
‐ Pardons
‐ Presentation in Law Journals
‐ Family Requests
A. Petitions filed with USCIS
‐ Filing Motions for Re-Openings and Considerations
A. First Instance
B. Second Instance
C. Process before the Department of State
D. Consular Process
E. Introduction to Possible Solutions for Grounds of Inadmissibility.
‐ Residency Procedures Through Labor Sponsorship
A. Process before the US Department of Labor
B. Labor certification process
C. Audits before the BALCA
D. Process before USCIS
E. Additional evidence
F. Motions for Re-Openings and Consideration
G. Processing before the Department of State
H. Grounds for Inadmissibility
I. Group Work
J. Practical Case Essays
K. Preparation of Forms without including self-study work in Group
Consult with our staff to receive more information about your study programme options to review qualifications. Weekly attendance and admission receipt and monthly payment or commitment is required after enrollment, to remain in the program.
Duration of Program
1 - 2 months
Delivery Method
In person or online via Microsoft Teams or Zoom apps
Program Cost
Depending on the option taken by the member, up to 6000 USD
strong>Scholarships Available
Refer to this page for more information
Employment information
Salary Information: For more information, visit the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) www.naceweb.org or the O*NET OnLine directory www.onetonline.org, provided by the Department of Labor (DOL).
Representative job titles related to this academic program: Immigration Specialist, Immigration Paralegal, Immigration Rights Volunteer, Mobility Specialist.
Employment Opportunities: Law firms, human resources departments, global mobility teams, international affairs offices, non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
nafa@nafalaw.com
3200 US Highway 27 South Ste #302
Sebring, FL 33870
863-451-5082 | 863-345-0618
1-888-282-2241