Patricia Hernandez

I was born in Colombia and immigrated with my family to the United States at an early age. Experiencing first-hand the struggles faced by immigrants in coming to the U.S. shaped my life and instilled in me humility and the importance of hard work. At an early age I knew that my life calling would be to speak out against injustice, fight for equality, and help immigrants achieve the American Dream. I obtained my Bachelors in Psychology from Florida International University. I later went on to obtain my Juris Doctor Degree and a Certificate in Intercultural Human Rights from St. Thomas University School of Law where I graduated with honors. Throughout my career, I have represented countless clients nationwide in deportation/removal proceedings. I have also represented clients seeking asylum, withholding of removal, cancellation of removal, applications for residency, applications for citizenship and family-based petitions including countless same-sex marriage and fiancé petitions. I have spoken extensively on the importance of Collaborating with Criminal Counsel in Immigration Removal Defense Cases, Immigration as it relates to Same-Sex Marriage, on How Transgender Identity Influences an Individual’s Immigration Experience, and have conducted several “know your rights” presentations. Through my work, memberships, and community involvement I will continue to fight for equality and justice. I envision a future where every individual can enjoy a life free from persecution, discrimination and biases no matter their sexual orientation, race, religion, gender, nationality or ethnic background. As an outspoken advocate I will continue to share my personal experiences and educate the community to break down walls that divide. In 2018, I was recognized by the Miami-Dade County Bar Association and was presented with the Visionary Award. Most recently I was recognized by the Miami-Dade County Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board and was presented with the Community Champion Award and I was also recognized by SAVE who presented me with the People’s Luminary Award. Awards and Honors Honors Avvo Client’s Choice Award 2015 Top Rating on Avvo, highest rating awarded by publication Human Rights Community Honoree Award Recipient 2017 Miami-Dade County Bar Association and was presented with the Visionary Award, 2018 Recognized by the Miami-Dade County Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board and was presented with the Community Champion Award Recognized by SAVE who presented me with the People’s Luminary Award

• Managing Partner
• Languages
• English
• Spanish

• Florida, 2011

• American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
• Vice-chair of the LGBTQ committee of the AILA South Florida Chapter
• Enforcement and Removal Operations (ICE) committee of the AILA South Florida Chapter
• Co-Chair of the Gay and Lesbian Lawyers Association (GALLA)
• Board Member of the Aqua Foundation for Women