Barbara Vega
As a Venezuelan-American immigration attorney, I bring a deeply personal understanding of the challenges faced by immigrants navigating the complex U.S. immigration system. My journey—from client relations to law school, and eventually to practicing law—has uniquely shaped my commitment to helping others achieve their American dream.
Starting my legal career in 2017 as a client relations specialist in a family law firm, this helped me built a solid foundation of the American legal system. I honed my skills at this firm for three years before transitioning to a role as a paralegal at a probate, guardianship, and estate planning firm. Along the way, I was navigating my own immigration process, which fueled my passion to pursue a career in this area of law.
After securing my residency, I returned to law school at Florida International University (FIU), where I earned my Master of Laws (LL.M.). During my studies, I had the honor of participating in the FIU Immigration Clinic and co-founding Proyecto Libertadores, an initiative that helped over 800 Venezuelans apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). My leadership and advocacy in this area earned me the prestigious Honors for Leadership on Behalf of Justice.
In my legal practice, I’ve had the privilege of working with one of the nation’s largest immigration law firms, where I handled a diverse range of cases, including family petitions, U visas, VAWAs, asylum applications, deferred actions, and waivers. In February 2025, I joined Lovo & Vega, a boutique firm dedicated solely to immigration matters, where I personally conduct consultations, offering tailored, compassionate support to each client. I proudly serve clients throughout Florida and across all 50 states, providing services in both Spanish and English.
To schedule a consultation with me, call my office at 305-441-1994.
- Immigration Law
- Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Visitor Visas
- Zoom
- Microsoft Teams
- WebEx
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Missouri
- The Missouri Bar
- ID Number: 75293
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
- Immigration Attorney
- Immigration Group LLC
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- Paralegal
- The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm
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- Client Relations Specialist
- Vasquez de Lara Law group
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- Florida International University
- LL.M. (2022) | Law
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- Honors: Leadership on behalf of Justice
- Activities: Carlos A. Costa Immigration & Human Rights Clinic at FIU Law
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- Universidad de Carabobo
- J.D. (2014) | Juris Doctor "Lawyer"
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- Probono Champion
- AILA South Florida Chapter
- Proyecto Libertadores del Siglo XXI
- The Missouri Bar # 75293
- Member
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- Q. What are options for parents (green card holders) to re-enter U.S. after prolonged absence for a short visit?
- A: Hello! So it is important to know if your parents want to keep their residency or not. If yes, and they have evidence to show that the “abandonment” of their residency was for something outside of their control (such as the health issues you mention), they can apply for a returning resident visa from India. In theory, they can also try to come without the returning visa but that is risky. If their request is denied, they can apply for a tourist visa and surrender their residency during the interview. If their intention is to terminate their resident status, they can also do this at the US consulate in India. Keep in mind that you should consult with an attorney and come up with a plan adapted ... Read More
