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Jay S Marks

Immigration Attorney at Silver Spring, MD

4.6   9 reviews
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  • State Years
    Dist. of Columbia - DC 19 years
    Maryland - MD 31 years
    Illinois - IL 31 years
  • Licensed for 19 years
    State DC
    Acquired 2004
    Status
    Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 31 years
    State MD
    Acquired 1991
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 31 years
    State IL
    Acquired 1992
    Status
    Voluntarily Inactive No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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    Defending immigrants in Immigration Courts nationwide. Preparing and filing family and employment-based cases. Fighting for Asylum, TPS, DACA, and NACARA. Solving complex immigration problems, including sentence reductions and post-conviction relief in state and federal courts to protect against deportation.

    32 years, 1,000 cases

Liberty. Justice. All. These are not just words but a credo for Jay Marks, who has been defending the rights of immigrants in Immigration Courts nationwide since 1998. In state and federal courts, he works to vacate convictions, reduce sentences, and vindicate his Clients' rights by forcing the Government to follow the law. 

 

In December of 2013, Jay was appointed as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Maryland School of Law, where he teaches a Clinic Seminar on Crimes and Immigration Law.

 

Every Saturday morning, Jay hosts El Cafe del Inmigrante, a call-in, Spanish language radio show on CBS' El Zol, FM, in Washington, DC.

 

Jay is on the Board of Pyramid Atlantic Arts Center in Silver Spring, Maryland, and has served on the boards of several community organizations, including Marcelino Pan y Vino, Inc., Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation, and American University Hillel. 

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Law Offices of Jay S. Marks, LLC
836 Bonifant Street
Silver Spring, MD, 20910
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Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2015
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Citizenship Success
My husband and I retained Jay Marks to get my husband his green card - but we needed a hardship waiver and then had to consular process - a very scary proposition for us, because of my health, our family business, and our two little children. Jay and his staff did a fabulous job from start to finish - they kept us calm, informed, and were efficient. They returned our calls and were clear in their communications. When we received a request for more evidence from the Government, Jay was on it, and we won our waiver. They took the time to explain everything to us, and prepared us for the consular interview thoroughly. My husband's interview at the consulate went smoothly, and now my husband is back in the United States with his residency! I'm so happy that we chose Jay Marks as our attorney - and in three years, will be back for my husband's citizenship!!! KKA, Kensington, Maryland
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Posted by Jin | October 19, 2015
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The Last Humanist Lawyer
​My name is Jin, and I want to introduce and highly recommend my attorney Jay Marks to everyone.​ If I say one word about Jay Marks, he is "The Last humanist lawyer!" I met him about 5years ago, it was for one of my friends who was staying in the U.S illegally and got arrested for DWI. I tried to help her to get an immigration lawyer at that time, I kept searching online but I couldn't trust the advertisements. So I contacted my friend who is in law enforcement for a recommendation. My police friend recommended Jay Marks and said "He is a very clean lawyer!". I hired him for my friend right after I visited my police friend. I could tell Jay Marks had a lot of experience and he explained all possible scenario and he knew what to do exactly. In 2 days, she was released from immigration jail. After that I met Jay Marks again when I translated for my for my friend's case. He tried so hard in many different ways as much as possible, and she was able to stay in the U.S legally now. Through these years I have seen Jay Marks as a lawyer, he is truly honest, passionate, properly aggressive, never gives up and humanist who has warm heart. And I trust him more than any other, and I hired him for myself as well. My case was very difficult but he helped me to get my green card and now he is working for my naturalization. It is much more than satisfaction, I can not describe in words my gratitude.
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Posted by Humberto Requeno | September 21, 2015
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A Special Juvenile Immigrants
I give thanks. To God for the life of people like you and the graduated Luis C Diaz, That although other lawyers said there aren't any hope, You said there is a hope in your case, A week ago I went to your office and brought my " Green Card " with a big smile on my face, Just left to say thank you so much lawyer Jay Marks, Now my dream of become in a Officer of The United States' Army and defense this country even at the expense of my own life, is closer!!!! thanks !!!!
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Posted by Humberto Requeno | September 21, 2015
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Special Juvenile Immigrant
I give thanks. To God for the life of people like you and the graduated Luis C Diaz, That although other lawyers said there aren't any hope, You said there is a hope in your case, A week ago I went to your office and brought my " Green Card " with a big smile on my face, Just left to say thank you so much lawyer Jay Marks, Now my dream of become in a Officer of The United States' Army and defense this country even at the expense of my own life, is closer!!!! thanks !!!!
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Response from Jay Marks October 12, 2015
Deseandole a usted y a toda la familia muchas bendiciones y lo mejor! Y alistese para la ciudadania!!! Wishing you and your family many blessings and all the best! And get ready for citizenship!!!
Posted by Quin | February 18, 2015
"A Family Lawyer"
We were referred to Jay Marks by a friend who was aware of the on-going and lengthy immigration issues that our family was experiencing. We had gone to 3 previous lawyers and we were not getting the results that made our family feel supported. On the very first visit to Mr.. Marks office, and every subsequent meeting following that, he communicated to us the knowledge and experience that made us feel confident and sure he had our best interest in mind, He not only walked us through every step of the way but he was present and involved every step along the way. We were kept informed and well--prepared of what to expect and about what to do during the process. Mr. Marks took the time (weekdays or weekends) to meet with us as a family whether that meant in person or by phone, he was very accommodating. We received telephone calls, emails, text messages, faxes, courier deliveries and all manner of communication either from him and his efficient staff to ensure we were kept in the loop. Mr. Marks got to know our story, he got to know our struggle, he got to know our family. Thus, along that long journey, to that blessed day that we were finally rewarded with the privilege of being sworn in as citizens of this great country...Mr. Marks was their to help our family
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Posted by Juan | November 19, 2014
Helpful & Knowledgeable.
Jay Marks has taken care of various Immigration issues for my wife and I and I can honestly say that he goes the extra mile to make sure things are done correctly and on time. He and his staff are very courteous and nice. They make you feel like you are his only client. I also can say I can ask him just about anything to do with immigration laws and he has never failed to give me great information.
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Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2014
Human Resource Manager with Employee Needs
Over the past several years we have had the pleasure of working on many occasions with Jay Marks. His professional demeanor and positive outlook and immense knowledge have been the determining factor for many of our employees in meeting their legal needs.
Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2008
Wonderful attorney.
Great down-to earth attorney. Handled my husband immigration application. No problems getting approved. Very personable, spends lots of time talking to you. Knows every thing there is to know and dedicates many long hours to his practice.
Posted by Gerardo Sanchez | September 2, 2014
unfriendly service
We had a consult today.... there was an accident and I arrived 10 min late... when we got in there 1st thing the receptionist said was you were supposed to be here at 9am. Then told us to have a seat 1 hour goes by I asked how much longer he said he didn't know. ... we just left... very unprofessional
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Cost

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  • Pro bono 5 %
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.7 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Founder
  • Law Offices of Jay S. Marks, LLC
  • 2011 - Present
  • Partner
  • Marks Calderon Derwin & Racine, PLC
  • 2009 - 2011
  • Founder
  • Law Offices of Jay S. Marks
  • 2008 - 2009
  • Partner
  • Marks & Katz, LLC
  • 1998 - 2008
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Education

  • American University, Washington College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1991
  • University of Chicago
  • MA - Masters
  • 1988
  • American University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1984

Legal Cases

  • Amos v. Lynch
  • Petition for Review Granted; Removal Order Vacated.
  • State v. Roxana Benavides
  • Petition for Coram Nobus Granted

Associations

  • National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration Project
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • CAIR Coalition
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • Civil Justice Network
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 1998 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

Honors and Awards

  • Best Lawyer
  • Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2015
  • Best Lawyers
  • Washingtonian Magazine
  • 2013

Publications

  • United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • Amos v. Lynch
  • 2015

Speaking Engagements

  • Spring Seminar on Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
  • Adjunct Faculty, Law School Course: Crimmigration
  • 2014
  • AILA DC Fall 2014 Conference
  • Adjustment of EWI's
  • 2014
  • Immigration Law and Maryland Courts
  • Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
  • 2013
  • Virginia Public Defenders Annual Conference
  • Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
  • 2010
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (8)
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Somair Alam
Immigration Attorney | Feb 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I'm pleased to endorse Jay. He is a top-notch immigration lawyer and a zealous advocate for his clients. A highly recommended attorney."
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Christina Wilkes
Immigration Attorney | May 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jay Marks is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, and he keeps abreast of developments in immigration law and practice. Jay Marks is committed to providing his clients with top-notch representation and dedicated to serving his community."
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Ricky Malik
Immigration Attorney | Dec 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jay is the embodiment of the tireless immigration advocate battling for his clients. I have looked up to him as a defender of immigrants from the beginning of my career. Jay is incredibly knowledgeable and always up to date on immigration law; a go to source for me and many attorneys when trying to solve complex immigration problems creatively. I am a better lawyer because of Jay. I endorse this lawyer."
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Sandra Guzman Salvado
Immigration Attorney | Dec 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse and recommend this lawyer to any individual or family facing immigration challenges. I have known Jay for over 10 years. He is a genuine, intelligent, friendly, and highly skilled immigration attorney. I refer all my immigration cases to him because I know individuals will receive outstanding service and will not be disappointed. He treats everyone that walks into his office with warmth and respect. He is simply the best immigration attorney I know."
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Philip Zipin
Immigration Attorney | Dec 09
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Sharing an office with him, I have seen Jay in action on numerous occasions. No one works harder for his clients than Jay. He truly cares about his clients and their families, and provides effective and creative legal services to stop people from getting deported and otherwise keep families together. Jay is as fine a person and a lawyer as you will meet."
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Jonathan Katz
Immigration Attorney | Dec 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jay is my former law partner of ten years, having first met him in 1969 (at the age of six) before attending public school together. Jay is at once a great lawyer, a teddy bear, and a relentless sharpshooter. His smile is heartwarming and genuine, and his passion for justice leads him to fight to his best ability. I have repeatedly turned to Jay for his insight on the potentially adverse immigration consequences to my criminal clients. I continue referring him clients now over five years after we started our own law firms. Jay's Spanish is impeccable. He continues to run on the steam of passion for his clients' causes. You have served yourself well when you have hired Jay as your lawyer."
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Rachel Ullman
Immigration Attorney | Dec 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a wonderful, caring person and also happens to be a terrific immigration attorney. I have known Jay for many years. I give him my highest endorsement."
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Adam Frank
Immigration Attorney | Dec 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jay is extremely knowledgable about immigration law, especially in regards to Immigration Court and the consequences of criminal actions. I have referred many cases to him and would not hesitate to do so in the future."
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Sheila Hahn
Immigration Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jay Marks embodies the reason attorneys go into immigration law: he zealously pursues the rights of immigrants before the immigration court on a regular basis and is the rare attorney who is extremely knowledgeable regarding criminal immigration matters. Jay shares his vast knowledge with the greater community by hosting a weekly radio show. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and merits the dual title of gentleman and attorney."
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Brian Gillette
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Christina Wilkes
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Ricky Malik
Immigration
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Sandra Guzman Salvado
Family
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Philip Zipin
Employment and labor
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Jonathan Katz
Criminal defense
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Rachel Ullman
Immigration
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Sheila Hahn
Immigration
Silver Spring Immigration Lawyer Jay S Marks
Jay S Marks
Immigration Attorney
Silver Spring, MD
Licensed for 31 years
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