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Stephen Arnold Black

Stephen Arnold Black

Personal Injury and Immigration Law
  • Personal Injury, Immigration Law
  • Florida, Texas
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Stephen has practiced Personal Injury and Immigration Law for more than 25 years. He is a recipient of the Wiley W. Manuel Pro Bono Award for Legal Services, the Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award, and 3 American Jurisprudence Awards-for the top grades in 3 of his Law School classes. He is a member of the State Bars of Florida and Texas, The Orange County Bar, The American Immigration Lawyers Association, The American Bar Association and the U.S District Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts in Florida.

All personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis which means you pay nothing unless you win. Stephen handles all types of injury cases but mainly handles car accidents, slips and falls, trips and falls, security negligence, sexual abuse, premises liability cases, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, theme park accidents, funeral home misconduct, and negligence cases.

All immigration cases are handled on a flat fee basis. Stephen mainly handles family immigration cases including spousal visas, fiancé visas and immediate family relative visas. Stephen charges a flat fee of $2,500 for marriage based green cards for a spouse processing inside the US. He charges a flat fee of $2,500 for a fiancé visa or a spousal visa for an immigrant who is processing overseas at the US Consulate.

Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Immigration Law
Citizenship, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    All Personal Injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis which means that client pays nothing unless they win the case. All Immigration cases are handled on a flat fee basis with no hidden costs.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
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Texas
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11th Circuit
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner
The Black Law Firm
- Current
Associate
Seltzer and Kay Law Firm
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Education
Whittier Law School
J.D.
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Activities: Immigration Clinic
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Tulane University
B.A.
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Activities: Tulane Rugby Club
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Awards
Top Attorney Award
Avvo
American Jurisprudence Awards -3 classes
Bancroft Whitney
Professional Associations
Orange County Bar Association
Current
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American Bar Association
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American Immigration Lawyers Association
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Legal Answers
919 Questions Answered
Q. Can I apply for a green card while on a visitor visa in Florida? How long is the adjustment process?
A: A foreign national who lawfully enters the United States may later seek to adjust their status through sponsorship by a U.S. citizen spouse. However, the issue of intent at the time of entry can become a critical factor. If an individual misrepresented their purpose upon entry—concealing an intent to adjust status—it could be considered immigration fraud. Entering the U.S. on a visitor visa with the predetermined intent to obtain permanent residency through marriage would be deemed unlawful. Conversely, if the individual initially intended only to visit and later decided to adjust status due to unforeseen circumstances—such as their spouse’s decision to remain in the U.S.—this would generally be permissible. Because this is a highly scrutinized area of immigration law, applicants may face detailed questioning during their marriage-based green card interview. As such, retaining an experienced immigration attorney to manage the case from start to finish is strongly advisable. Some of us offer a very affordable flat-fee to handle these types of cases from start to finish. ... Read More
Q. Clarification on personal injury settlement check timeline
A: Once a case settles, an insurance company typically has 30 days to issue a check to the plaintiffs counsel, but in this case, they are delivering it earlier. However, if there are medical liens or bills that must be negotiated and paid from the settlement proceeds, the process can take much longer before your attorney sends you your share. Medicaid or Medicare liens, in particular, can significantly delay payment, as the government may take up to six months to respond to an offer to negotiate the lien amount.
Q. How to inform biological father about step-parent adoption and immigration plans?
A: A biological father has a constitutional right to see his child, and that right can only be revoked through due process in an adoption proceeding, allowing him the opportunity to challenge it if he chooses. Therefore, he must be given notice of any action affecting his parental rights. For specific legal guidance, consult an adoption attorney.
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Contact & Map
The Black Law Firm
2750 Taylor Ave.
Suite A-1
Orlando, FL 32806
US
Telephone: (407) 581-2581
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 12 PM (Today)
Sunday: Closed