Four arrested after running a fake immigration law firm

Legacy Imigra claimed to be a full-service agency, however, clients were scammed out of money.

By Leticia Silva
| 4:18 p.m. April 22, 2026

West Orange Times & Observer

Four people have been arrested for running a fake immigration law firm.

According to Orange County Sheriff John W. Mina, Vagner Soares De Almeida and Juliana Colucci have been running a fake law firm, Legacy Imigra, claiming to be a full-service agency handling immigration and asylum claims for undocumented immigrants.

However, according to Mina, Legacy Imigra actually was taking advantage of its clients through extortion, manipulation and fraud.

"They got rich through a business model built on manipulation, fraud, lies and extortion," he said. "And the majority of their clients – most of whom are Brazilian nationals - got no closer to realizing their dream of becoming Americans."

He said the company has amassed more than $20 million.

Seven victims have come forward, with each losing from $2,500 to $26,000.

Mina believes there are hundreds more victims.

Almeida and Colucci's were arrested alongside associates Ronaldo Decampos and Lucas Felipe Trindade Silva, and are facing racketeering, organized fraud, extortion and unauthorized practice of law charges.

Mina said partners at Homeland Security believe this might be the biggest immigration fraud case they've ever seen.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of Legacy Imigra, reach out to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line at 407-836-4357.

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Leticia Silva

Staff writer Leticia Silva is a graduate from the University of Central Florida. As a child, her dream was to become a journalist. Now, her dream is a reality. On her free time she enjoys beach trips, trying new restaurants and spending time with her family and dog.