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Biography
Nick Chavez is an expert in immigration and naturalization law as he is Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He represents individuals seeking solutions in obtaining lawful status or citizenship in the United States. He has represented several notable immigrants including a Grammy-nominated artist, a racecar team member, and a highly accomplished muralist. He has written publications for local media and has been featured in radio and television shows to discuss relevant developments in immigration law to the community. He is regularly invited to speak on immigration topics, and has participated as a speaker at lawyer conferences and community events. He is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and is presently serving as a Member of the AILA Amicus Committee for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
Nick is also a published cartoonist. He has published over 20 law-related cartoons for national magazines such as the The National Jurist and Immigration Law Today.
Areas of Practice:
Appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeal (BIA), Administrative Appeals Off
Motions to Reopen or Reconsider before the BIA, AAO, USCIS, Immigration Judge
Petitions for Review before the U.S. Court of Appeals
Immigration court litigation
Writ of Mandamus & Writ for Declaratory Relief before the U.S. District Courts
Family-based immigration, adjustment of status, and consular processing
Waivers for unlawful presence, crime, deportations
Waivers for misrepresentations & medical conditions
Citizenship & naturalization, and aturalization appeals
EB-1 Extraordinary Visas
EB-5 Entrepreneur Visas
E-1 / E-2 Treaty Trader / Investor Visas
L-1 Intracompany Transferee Employee Visas (Manager/Executive/Specialized Knowle
O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visas
O-1 Extraordinary Ability
P-1 Entertainment Group and Athlete Visas
R-1 Religious Worker Visas
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Immigration & Nationality Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
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Licensed in Texas for 24 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2001
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Location
Chavez & Valko, LLP
10830 North Central Expressway Suite 400, Dallas, TX, 75231
Chavez & Valko, LLP
5555 Bridge Street, Suite 100, Fort Worth, TX, 76112
Chavez & Valko, LLP
4913 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816
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Posted by M. Rodriguez | October 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Outstanding services and excellent results.
Nicolas Chavez and his staff are great. I was able to process paper work for DECA and have been going to them for the renewals. They inform you and guide you through ever step of the way..Mr Chavez and is paralegal team is were able to help me get Parole in place granted. They are great in what they...
Posted by Brenda | August 13, 2015 | Immigration
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I highly recommend Mr Nicolas Chavez and his paralegal Socorro who help me with my deferred action case I'm so happy because they always keep me inform of everything thank you so so much thanks for helping a lot of people and bring hope to their families ...
Posted by Aarti | April 07, 2015
Trustworthy and knowledgeable lawyer!!
We have never requested help from a lawyer before so we were not sure what to expect. That is until we met Mr. Nick Chavez. He is very cordial, knowledgeable, and professional. Mr. Chavez always answered our questions in a timely manner and guided us on every step to take. We are 100% satisfied and d...
Posted by Alex | February 17, 2014 | Immigration
I recommend Nicolas chavez
Nicolas Chavez helped me with my deferred action case. I went to him around august-september of 2013, by october I received my bio metrics appointment for november, and got approved on january 2014. Everything was quick, I was informed of any changes to my case and everyone in the fort worth office w...
Posted by Rene | September 19, 2013 | Immigration
GREAT IMMIGRATION LAWYER
Nicolas Chaver and his staff are great, I was always informed of what was happening with my case in a nice profesional way. I would recomened him and his staff to anyone regarding their immigration status. BTW this is my first reveiew ever so really dont know what else to say.
Nicolas Chavez's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked directly with Nick for several years now and I can attest that he is an extraordinary intelligent attorney. Nick is dedicated to his clients and the practice of law. He is a true advocate and his appellate skills are unmatched. He is ethical and treats each client with respect."
"Nick is a brilliant immigration attorney. His ability to see the nuances of case are second to none. When it comes to appealing a deportation order, there are only a handful of attorney's in the country that could even be considered his equal."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nick is an excellent immigration attorney. Makes the compex simple and understandable for both clients and other attorneys."
"Nick is one the most knowledgeable and researched immigration attorneys I have known and worked with. Moreover, his appellate skills speak for themselves in light of referrals from colleagues nationwide and local immigration judges. I am proud to call him my law partner. - Martin Valko"
Martin Valko
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2003 - 2010
Partner, Chavez & Valko, LLP
Associations
State Bar of Texas
Member
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee
Member
Texas Young Lawyers Association
Member
Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Member
U.S.-Mexico Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Fuentes-Cruz v. R Gonzales (489 F3d 724)
Education
2001
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of Houston Immigration Clinic
1997
University of Texas System, El Paso
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
2013 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law
Panelist, Federal Litigation Updates
2012
2012 UT CLE Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law
“Hot Topics in Marriage-Based Immigration”
2012
2012 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law
Speaker, Strategies in Complicated I-751 Cases, 2012 AILA National
2011
American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA) Spring 2011 Texas Chapter Conference
Appellate and Motions Practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals
2011
2011 Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law
Mock USCIS I-130/I-485 Adjustment of Status Interview
2010
Texas/New Mexico/Oklahoma Chapter Fall AILA CLE Conference in Mexico
When Marriages Go South (Playa del Carmen, Mexico)
2010
A Practical Guide to Removal Proceedings
A Practical Guide to Removal Proceedings
2010
2010 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law
Review of I-751s in Removal Proceedings
2009
Knowing your Immigration Rights
Knowing your Immigration Rights
2009
Knowing your Immigration Rights
Knowing your Immigration Rights
2008
University of Texas Immigration Law Seminar
Removal Proceedings: The New Practice Rules
2008
Texas Chapter Fall AILA CLE Conference in Mexico
UPL: Concerns, Tips and How to Get Involved
2008
Presenter, "Know Your Rights" Videoseminar for respondents
Relief in removal proceedings
2008
Immigration Law & Employer Compliance
Business Immigration
2007
New "No-Match" Regulations: Employers on "Constructive" Notice that Employee May be Working Illegally and How To Avoid Penalties
Immigration Law
2007
Knowing Your Immigration Rights
Knowing Your Immigration Rights
2007
Immigration & Naturalization Legal Clinic
Immigration & Naturalization Legal Clinic
Languages
Spanish