Atty. John Patrick Pratt
John Patrick Pratt is a Partner with Kurzban, Kurzban, Weinger & Tetzeli, P.A. Mr.
Immigration Law Attorney · Serving Coral Gables, FL
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About John Patrick Pratt at a Glance
John Patrick Pratt is a immigration attorney based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt PA. Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1997) and Florida State University (BA in Philosophy, 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026). Serves clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Patrick Pratt
- John Patrick Pratt is a Partner with Kurzban, Kurzban, Weinger & Tetzeli, P.A
- Mr. Pratt received his Bachelors of Arts from Florida State University with honors in 1994
- He graduated from Tulane University School of Law, receiving his juris doctor degree in 1997
- Mr. Pratt also studied abroad at the University of Paris, and is fluent in Spanish
- Mr. Pratt is admitted to the bar of the State of Florida, District of Columbia, United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and United States Supreme Court
- He is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the American Bar Association (ABA)
- Mr. Pratt currently serves as First Vice President of AILA, South Florida Chapter, and also serves on liaison committees with several government agencies, including the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Office of Chief Counsel
- Mr. Pratt is AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- In addition, he is Florida Bar Board Certified in Immigration & Nationality Law and served in the Florida Bar Immigration and Nationality Law Certification Committee from 2006-2009
- Mr. Pratt concentrates in all areas of immigration and nationality law, including corporate immigration matters, employment based immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions, family based immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions, deportation or removal, and federal court litigation
Practice Areas Explained
John Patrick Pratt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patrick Pratt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Coral Gables.
Immigration Law in Coral Gables
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Coral Gables
Practicing 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 Coral Gables 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 venue, 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.
Coral Gables Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Coral Gables-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Coral Gables Choose John Patrick Pratt
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Patrick Pratt's practice in the field of immigration.
Focused Immigration Practice
Concentrating on immigration means John Patrick Pratt's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Coral Gables
A Coral Gables-based practice means John Patrick Pratt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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