Atty. Michael Shane

Atty. Michael Shane

Michael Shane is a lawyer practicing immigration law, naturalization law, asylum and 18 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Shane at a glance

Michael Shane is a Senior Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practforg at SHANE AND SHANE, P.A.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on citizenship, deportation, asylum, employment, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Florida (1978) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1978). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1977) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar, Currently, active past president of AILA, So Fl, and Chapter. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Shane is a lawyer practicing immigration law, naturalization law, asylum and 18 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices at SHANE AND SHANE, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Shane's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Shane handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Citizenship & Naturalization

Michael Shane is one of 5,960 citizenship attorneys indexed nationally. Browse citizenship attorneys in Florida →

Deportation & Removal Defense

Michael Shane is one of 1,229 deportation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse deportation attorneys in Florida →

Asylum & Refugee

Michael Shane is one of 1,790 asylum attorneys indexed nationally. Browse asylum attorneys in Florida →

Employment Law

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Michael Shane is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

Michael Shane is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practforg law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Shane

Where is Michael Shane's law office located?
Michael Shane's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is SHANE AND SHANE, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Shane handle?
Michael Shane focuses on citizenship, deportation, asylum, employment, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Michael Shane practiced law?
Michael Shane has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael Shane go to law school?
Michael Shane earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Michael Shane for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Shane directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Shane received?
Michael Shane's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1977
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1978

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