Yadira AguilarSenior Attorney (407) 478-1111Request A Consultation Yadira Aguilar is a Senior Immigration Attorney at Colombo & Hurd, where her practice centers on employment-based petitions, with a particular emphasis on EB-2 National Interest Waivers (NIWs) for high-skilled professionals seeking lawful permanent residency. She also represents clients in family-based petitions, citizenship and naturalization applications, and non-immigrant visa matters, including student and visitor visas. Ms. Aguilar came to immigration law through lived experience. Born in Mexico, she immigrated to the United States during her secondary school years, navigating a new culture, country, and language firsthand. That experience informs how she connects with clients and how she approaches the complexities of each case. Before entering law, Ms. Aguilar spent over a decade in public service with the Orange County Government in Orlando, Florida, a background that shaped her commitment to consistent, client-focused work. Knowledge & Experience Education J.D., Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University College of Law B.A. in Legal Studies (Minor: Criminal Justice), University of Central Florida Honors & Awards Book Award, Juvenile Law Book Award, Race & the Law Hispanic Minority Scholarship Memberships Florida Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Languages Spanish English Personal Outside of work, Ms. Aguilar finds joy in nature and hiking, and loves exploring new cities and cultures, especially through their food. She is passionate about giving back, whether through her time or other contributions, and actively supports causes that serve vulnerable communities. Insight & Resources EB-2 PERM vs. EB-2 NIW: Which Green Card Path Is Right for You? View All Previous Next Success Stories & Case Studies EB-2 NIW Case Study: Electronics Engineer from Mexico Supporting U.S. Innovation in Aerospace and Autonomous Systems EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) Case Study: Chilean Mechanical Engineer Approved for Sustainable Manufacturing Initiative EB-2 NIW Case Study: German Hand Surgeon Establishing Surgical Training Programs in the United States EB-2 NIW Case Study: Cybersecurity Expert From Mexico Approval, No RFE EB-2 NIW Case Study: Computer Engineer From Venezuela Approval EB-2 NIW Case Study: School Psychologist From Ecuador Approval in Less Than 3 Months Share
EB-2 NIW Case Study: Electronics Engineer from Mexico Supporting U.S. Innovation in Aerospace and Autonomous Systems
EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) Case Study: Chilean Mechanical Engineer Approved for Sustainable Manufacturing Initiative
EB-2 NIW Case Study: German Hand Surgeon Establishing Surgical Training Programs in the United States