Immigration Attorneys in Jacksonville

At }, we represent individuals, families, and employers across Jacksonville and throughout Northeast Florida who need clear answers and dependable legal guidance.

Florida's legal landscape has shifted dramatically in recent years. Federal enforcement priorities have intensified, and Florida's own legislation has introduced new compliance requirements that affect residents, workers, and businesses alike. Our attorneys understand how state and federal law intersect, and how to protect your interests within both.

Get the strategic advocacy you deserve for any immigration challenge. Contact us online or call (904) 454-4881 to schedule your consultation with experienced immigration lawyers in Jacksonville. We also have Spanish-speaking staff available to assist you.

Why Choose Edwards & Edwards, P.A. as Your Immigration Advocates

Edwards & Edwards, P.A. is a full-service Jacksonville firm with attorneys across multiple practice areas working under one roof, which means your immigration matter is never handled in isolation.

What sets our firm apart:

• Over 65 years of combined legal experience across our attorney team
• Sister-owned, family-operated firm with a personal approach to every case
• WBENC-certified women-owned business, recognized nationally for professional excellence
• Serving Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns counties, with local knowledge that matters in federal proceedings
• Responsive communication, with clients consistently citing our availability and follow-through as a defining difference
• Cross-practice capability when immigration intersects with family, criminal, or business law

Our Areas of Representation

When you contact Edwards & Edwards, P.A., you work with attorneys who understand the full picture of your case, not just the form you need filed.

Family-Based Immigration

Families should be together. We guide clients through the processes that make that possible, including:

• Spousal and relative sponsorship, navigating petition and priority date timelines
• Marriage and fiancé visas (K-1 and CR-1/IR-1) for couples beginning their lives in the U.S.
• Adjustment of Status for transitioning from a temporary visa to lawful permanent residency

Naturalization & Citizenship

Becoming a U.S. citizen is the final milestone of the immigration journey. We prepare clients thoroughly and advocate on their behalf through the entire process:

• N-400 naturalization applications with interview preparation
• Certificates of Citizenship and documentation of legal status
• Derivative citizenship for children of naturalized parents

Humanitarian Protections

Some of the most urgent immigration cases involve people in danger. Edwards & Edwards, P.A. provides confidential, determined representation for:

• Asylum and refugee status for individuals fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group
• VAWA petitions for victims of domestic violence who are seeking legal status independent of an abusive spouse or parent
• U Visas and T Visas for victims of qualifying crimes or human trafficking who cooperate with law enforcement
• Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of designated countries facing armed conflict or disaster

Deportation & Removal Defense

A removal order is not the end of the road. Edwards & Edwards, P.A. represents clients at every stage of immigration court proceedings in Jacksonville and throughout Florida, including:

• Bond hearings, where we work to secure release from detention while proceedings are pending
• Cancellation of removal for qualifying long-term residents with U.S. family ties
• Waivers of inadmissibility and appeals of adverse decisions
• Defense against expedited removal and new state-level enforcement actions under Florida

Business & Employment Immigration

See our dedicated Employment Immigration and Employer Compliance page for a full breakdown of work visas, employer obligations, and E-Verify compliance under Florida law.

Navigating Immigration Law Changes in Florida

Florida's immigration enforcement environment has changed significantly. Senate Bill 1718, signed into law in 2023, created new obligations for employers, new restrictions affecting undocumented residents, and expanded cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. Understanding how these changes affect your specific situation requires legal counsel, not general information.

Our attorneys regularly advise clients on the practical implications of Florida law changes, including:

• Employment & E-Verify Compliance. Private employers with 25 or more employees are now required to use the federal E-Verify system to confirm work eligibility. Failure to comply can lead to daily fines of $1,000 and the potential loss of business licenses.
• Driver’s License Restrictions. Florida no longer recognizes certain out-of-state driver’s licenses issued to undocumented individuals. Driving with an invalid license can now lead to citations or further legal complications.
• Healthcare Reporting. Hospitals that accept Medicaid must now ask patients about their immigration status during admission. While you have the legal right to decline to answer, we can advise you on how to handle these inquiries while seeking necessary care.
• Transportation Penalties. Transporting an undocumented individual into Florida is now a felony under state "human smuggling" provisions. We provide critical defense and guidance for families and organizations affected by these expanded penalties.
• Enhanced Local Enforcement. Under new 2025 measures, local law enforcement in Florida has expanded authority to cooperate with federal immigration officials. This includes increased use of mobile fingerprinting and mandatory 287(g) agreements in all 67 counties.

Protect Your Future & Your Family Today

If you have immigration questions, you deserve direct answers from attorneys who handle these cases regularly. Edwards & Edwards, P.A. serves clients throughout Jacksonville, Duval County, and the surrounding region. 

Send us a message online or call (904) 454-4881 now. Our firm has Spanish-speaking team members here to assist you.