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Joanne M. Fakhre, PA - Immigration Law Jacksonville, Fl

Winston Churchill once said, “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” I truly believe that to be true. As an immigrant, and having personally gone through the immigration process, I understand firsthand the workings of the immigration system, and the needs of my immigration clients.

My Journey to the United States
I migrated to the United States from the small Caribbean Island, Grenada, after I graduated high school. I was born in Lebanon, but grew up in Grenada, and as a result have been fortunate to have been exposed to different cultures, peoples, and ways of lives - an education within itself.

 

University of North Florida

  •  Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, minor Biology, 1992
  •  Master of Science in Criminal Justice, emphasis on counseling, 1995


Florida Coastal School of Law

  •  Juris Doctor, cum laude honors, 1999


 

Member of: The Florida Bar, Eleventh Circuit, United States District Court Middle District of Florida, American Immigration Lawyers Association, Jacksonville Bar Association, Jacksonville Women’s Lawyers Association, World Lebanese Cultural Union, Committee for UNSCR 1559.

Educational Background After graduating high school, I entered the United States on an F-1 student visa to attend college where I acquired a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Biology, and a Masters of Science degree in Criminal Justice. I then attended Florida Coastal School of Law and graduated with honors in 1999. After graduating I applied for an H-1B1 non-immigrant work visa, and then the Labor Certification process, and am today a proud US Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card holder).

Personal Experience
The oldest of five, I am well traveled, enjoy politics, world affairs, and have lobbied at the United Nations, Department of State, and Department of Defense on issues surrounding the sovereignty and independence of Lebanon.

What My Clients Can Expect:
To adequately practice law, one cannot forget the human aspect of it. My clients can expect promptness, understanding, determination and a commitment to excellence in the services we provide.  I treat each individual’s case as though it was my own or a family member.  Having gone through the process myself, I know that dealing with immigration can be both intimidating and confusing.  Therefore, I thoroughly prepare my clients through each step of the process, addressing each of their needs with professionalism and high ethical standards. 

 


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