About Dr. Walter Santos
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About Dr. Walter
Legal expertise to guide your career path in the United States
Dr. Walter G. Santos is an attorney practicing in Brazil and the United States, combining international legal experience with a strategic vision to handle immigration cases with clarity, responsibility, and confidence.
He earned his law degree in Brazil in 1993 and also holds a Juris Doctor degree from Barry University School of Law. Admitted to the Florida Bar in 2005, he leads the Santos Law Firm in Orlando, advising individuals, families, and professionals who wish to build their legal careers in the U.S.
His practice combines technical expertise, practical experience, and attentive client service, always focusing on analyzing each case individually and providing sound legal guidance at every stage of the process.
Qualifications
Dr. Walter G. Santos, Esq.
- Attorney licensed in Florida, USA (FLABAR # 12,800)
- Attorney licensed in São Paulo, Brazil (OAB/SP No. 124,076)
- Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- Member of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Education
- Juris Doctor from Barry University School of Law
- Master’s Degree in Constitutional Law from PUC/SP
- Specialist in Tax Law from the University Extension Center
- Bachelor of Laws from PUC/SP
Professional Experience
- Attorney, Santos Law Firm, P.L., Orlando, USA (since 2005)
- Attorney, Walter Gazzano Law Firm, São Paulo, Brazil (since 1997)
- Assistant Professor of Tax Law at the PUC/SP School of Law
- For the Law Program (1995–1999)
- For the Specialization Course in Tax Law (1997–1999)
- Assistant Professor of Tax Law at the University Extension Center for the Specialization Program in Tax Law (1997–1999)
- Attorney, Dias de Souza – Law Firm, São Paulo, Brazil (1991–1997)
- Tax Consultant, IOB Group, São Paulo, Brazil (1988–1991)
Key Lectures Delivered
- International Tax Planning, Hotel C’adoro, São Paulo (1998)
- Tax Planning for Financial Institutions, Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza Hotel, São Paulo (1998)
- Tax Litigation Planning, Mofarrej Sheraton Hotel, São Paulo (1999)
- Tax Planning and Fraud, Grand Hotel Mercure, São Paulo (1999)
- Pension Funds and Tax Planning, Rio Othon Copacabana Hotel, Rio de Janeiro (1999)
- Tax Litigation Planning, Hotel C’adoro, São Paulo (2000)
- Internet and Taxation, Mission Legal Courses, São Paulo (2000)
- Domestic and International Tax Planning, Park Plaza Hotel, São Paulo (2001)
Written Works (Brazil)
- Taxation of Communication Services, Cenofisco Publishing, January 2004
- Tax Assessments Based on Administrative Rulings: Does the Tax Authority Have Ten Years to Issue Them?, Tax Law Review. São Paulo: Malheiros Editores, No. 79:264–278, 2001
- Immunity of Electronic Publications (CD-ROMs, the Internet, etc.), Journal of Tax Law. São Paulo: Malheiros Editores, No. 43, Tax Law Section, 1998
- ICMS on Imports, Master’s Thesis in Tax Law, unpublished, 1995
How it works
A clear process to guide your case
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A plan tailored to your needs
Based on what was discussed during the consultation, we have outlined the next steps and the best strategy for your case.
20+
Years of experience
15,000+
Clients served
Expertise in
Immigration and Naturalization
Real testimonials
What our customers say
Excellent Communication and Support
I have started working with attorney Walter Santos. So far, everything is going very well. Ms. Milena has been very kind and helpful, responding to emails promptly. Communication has been good.
Green Card secured with confidence
I would like to thank Dr. Walter, Patricia, and the entire team for their professionalism and clarity throughout the process.They managed to overturn the denial of our green card application, and today we have that dream come true.We recommend them without hesitation. Thank you very much!
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Address
8810 Commodity Circle, Suite 8, Orlando, FL 32819, USA.
Phone
+1 (407) 447-9090
info@waltersantos.com
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Location
8810 Commodity Circle, Suite 8 Orlando, FL
Phone
+1 (407) 447-9090
info@waltersantos.com
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