Immigration Lawyer · Tampa, FL
Your family belongs here. Emel Ersan Law makes it legal.
Emel Ersan fights for immigrants and their families: green cards, marriage and fiancé visas, E-2 work visas, citizenship, and cases other lawyers call impossible.
- Google reviews
- 400+
- Client-first approach
- 100%
- Years in immigration
- 20+
- Licensed in Florida
- FL
Practice Areas
Immigration help for every stage of your journey
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Green Cards
Family-based and employment-based permanent residence
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Marriage & Fiancé Visas
K-1 fiancé visas and marriage-based green cards for couples
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Work Visas
E-2, H-1B, L-1 and other employment visas
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Citizenship & Naturalization
The final step: U.S. citizenship and N-400 applications
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Removal Defense
Immigration court representation when you are in removal proceedings
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Waivers
Overcoming inadmissibility so you can come or stay
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An attorney who answers her own phone
Immigration is deeply personal. Clients come to Emel at the most stressful moment of their lives: separated from family, facing deadlines, or staring down deportation. Her approach is simple: tell the truth about your odds, build the strongest possible case, and fight until the end.
It's why so many clients describe her as a Godsend, the big guns, or simply the best lawyer in Tampa.
How It Works
A clear process, from first call to approval
Tell me your story
Call, text, or send a message. You'll talk to a real lawyer (not a secretary) who listens to your full situation.
We build your case
We assess your options honestly, gather the right evidence, and file a petition built to win from day one.
You get your answer
I stay on top of your case through every request and hearing until you hold the approval in your hands.
Client Stories
Real clients. Real approvals.
“I've talked to four different attorneys before I hired her and everybody said it's impossible to get my green card! However, she was the only one who understood me from the beginning and helped me to the end.”
Yutupem
Green card
“She always won every fight against Immigration. Believe me, she's the big guns in this industry.”
NJB
Immigration case
“She won my E-2 visa! She is immaculate, always in communication with me, very successful. My family is grateful to her.”
E-2 visa client
E-2 visa
“I was with larger firms who only cared about money. She cares about every case and fights for you like you are family. Undoubtedly the best lawyer in Tampa.”
Giovanni C.
Immigration case
“Very easy to talk with. She brought my four daughters from Jamaica and got me citizenship.”
Citizenship client
Family + citizenship
“My case was almost impossible to win. She took over my case and I won it. She is really strong and honest to work with. If it wasn't for her, I wouldn't be here now.”
Immigration client
Removal defense
Common Questions
You got questions, I got answers
Do I actually talk to a lawyer when I call?
Yes. Emel personally handles your case and returns your calls directly. Many clients mention this as the reason they chose her over larger firms.
I overstayed my visa. Can you still help me?
Often, yes. Many overstays can be fixed through marriage, family petitions, or waivers. The sooner we look at your case, the more options you have.
I was told my case is impossible. Is it really?
Several of our clients were told by other attorneys their cases couldn't be won, then we won them. Every case deserves a genuine review of the law and facts.
How do I get started?
Text or call (813) 540-4000, or send the contact form. We'll set up a consultation to review your situation and explain your realistic options.
Free Case Review
Let's talk about your case
No secretaries, no call centers. Reach Emel directly and get a straight answer about your options.