101. You Can Make A Life! w/ Bridgette M. Bennett, Esq, aka “The Reggae Visa Lawyer”
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Bridgette M. Bennett (aka the "Reggae Visa Lawyer") founded the Bennett Law Center in 2011 in Groveland, Florida focusing exclusively on Immigration & Nationality Law, with an emphasis on removal defense, waivers, and family, humanitarian and business immigration cases. She received a Juris Doctor from Barry University and was admitted into the Florida Bar in November 2011; she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Government from Georgetown University in 2000. Bridgette began her career as a Judicial Intern with the Orlando Immigration Court. Bridgette currently serves as the Chapter Chair of the AILA Central Florida Chapter. She formerly served as the Chapter’s Educational Vice Chair as well as the chapter's liaison with the Executive Office for Immigration Review and the Office of Chief Counsel. On a national level, she currently serves on AILA National’s Board of Governors. Bridgette manages a staff of 4 Attorneys, 8 Paralegals and 8 Administrative team members. She is a serial entrepreneur, a foodie, and an adventurer, who loves to travel the world!
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