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Stephen Arnold Black
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Stephen Arnold Black

5.0
24 reviews

2750 Taylor Avenue, Suite A-1, Orlando, FL 32806

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Slip and Fall and 13 more

About Stephen Arnold Black

I have been practicing Personal Injury and Immigration Law for over 35 years. Throughout my career, I have been honored with several awards including the Wiley W. Manuel Pro Bono Award for Legal Services, the Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award, and three American Jurisprudence Awards for achieving the top grades in three of my Law School classes. I am a member of the State Bars of Florida and Texas, The Orange County Bar, The American Immigration Lawyers Association, The American Bar Association, and the U.S District Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts in Florida.In my personal injury practice, I operate on a contingency fee basis, which means clients pay nothing unless they win. My practice primarily focuses on handling cases involving car accidents, slips and falls, trips and falls, security negligence, sexual abuse, premises liability, dog bites, theme park accidents, funeral home misconduct, and other negligence cases.For immigration matters, I offer services on a flat-fee basis to provide clear pricing for clients. My focus is on family-based immigration, including spousal, fiancé, and immediate relative visas. I represent clients across all 50 states and internationally, and I am dedicated to making the immigration process smooth and accessible. Visit my website www.barristerblack.com

 

Stephen Arnold Black (Orlando, Florida)

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Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
January 19, 2012
Hired Attorney

Barrister Black was stellar in his effectiveness as my attorney. The funny thing was we never even had to take the case to trial. We settled and I was pleasantly pleased w/ the award amount. (I'll put my son through college because of it!) I've referred Mr. Black ever since. Great communication skills, great value and very punctual as well.

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
January 19, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mr. Black was instrumental in obtaining a large settlement that other attorneys said would be impossible. I am very grateful for the skill and professionalism Mr. Black displayed in this rather complex case.

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 9
    • Wrongful Death
    • Slip and Fall
    • Boating Accidents
    • Sexual Abuse
    • Railroad Accidents
    • Dog Bites
    • Automobile Accidents
    • Trucking Accidents
    • Head and Spinal Injuries
  • Immigration 3
    • Green Cards
    • Citizenship
    • Consular Law
  • Other 3
    • Immigration Law
    • Fiancé Visas
    • Spouse Visas

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    The Law Office of Stephen A. Black
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases

    Fern
    ez v. City of Cooper City, 207 F. Supp. 2d 1371 (S.D. Fla 2002)

  • Pro Bono Services
    Time Spent on Pro Bono Work: 5%

    My firm enthusiastically gives back to the community. We devote at least 5 hours per week in pro bono help via legal advice to people from the poor and disadvantaged communities.

  • Additional Links
    https://www.barristerblack.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2005, Texas (Inactive)
    1991, Florida
    1995, US District Court for the Middle District of Florida
    1996, US District Court for the Southern District of Florida
    2012, Tennessee
    Memberships

    Florida Bar
    Texas Bar
    U.S. District Court-Middle District of Florida, U.S. District Court-Southern District of Florida
    The American Bar Assn., American Immigration Lawyers Assn., Orange County Bar Association.

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Whittier College School of Law
    Class of 1986
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Tulane University
    Class of 1982
    B.A.
    English Literature

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    Stephen Arnold Black speaks Spanish.
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