Attorney Francisco Symphorien-Saavedra specializes in immigration and nationality law, with a focus on high-stakes cases. He holds the prestigious title of Board Certified Expert in Immigration and Nationality Law, reflecting his exceptional expertise in the field. Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra's professional reputation is further underscored by his AV rating as "Preeminent" by Martindale-Hubbell and recognition as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine. Notably, less than 8% of Florida lawyers achieve Board Certification, highlighting his remarkable qualifications. Additionally, he is an esteemed member of the National Advocates Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40.
As of May 2021, Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra holds the unique distinction of being the sole Board Certified Immigration expert of Venezuelan origin in the state of Florida. He currently serves on the Florida Bar Immigration & Nationality Law Certification Committee and is slated to take on a leadership role as vice-chair during the 2021-2022 term. His commitment to the legal community extends to roles on the Executive Committee for the National Advocates Top 40 Under 40, earning him a "10.0 Superb" rating on AVVO. Additionally, Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra has played pivotal roles in committee leadership within the Orange County Bar Association ("OCBA") and the American Immigration Lawyers Association-Central Florida Chapter ("AILA").
Frank Symphorien-Saavedra is a sought-after commentator, frequently sharing insights on Univision and previously on Unimas, News 13, and other local news outlets. He is a prominent speaker at national and local conferences designed to equip immigration lawyers, and his scholarly works on extraordinary ability visas and federal court litigation have been published in various professional journals.
Born in Venezuela, Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra moved to the United States at the age of 11, with his father's unwavering commitment to his family's future. Growing up, he attended West Orange High School in Winter Garden, where he excelled in the law magnet program and emerged victorious in a mock appellate brief competition. His early promise became evident when, at the age of 16, he delivered mock oral arguments on his written brief before the Florida Supreme Court. After graduating with high honors from the University of South Florida, he pursued his legal education at The Florida State University College of Law. Outside of his legal pursuits, Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra is a devoted family man, married with two children. He enjoys quality time cycling with his wife and children and engaging in spirited basketball games with friends.
