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Joseph B. Demott
also known as Joe De Mott, Joseph B. De Mott
About Joseph
Biography
Joe obtained his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Texas at Austin, and his law degree from the University of Nebraska. He was licensed to practice law on January 5, 1976, and was certified as a Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in December 1981. Joe is the founding partner of the law firm. Over his career Joe has helped many thousands of immigrants with all aspects of Immigration Law including deportation hearings, employment and family based immigrant visas and non-immigrant visas, citizenship, asylum, labor certifications, bonds, paroles, removal of conditions, etc.
Joe is licensed in Texas State Court and in Federal Court. Joe is a Member of The American Immigration Lawyers Association and is frequently asked to speak at their national convention and at their nationally broadcast teleconferences and internet seminars. Joe is a charter member of the State Bar of Texas Immigration and Nationality Law Section and served as the section’s first Vice President for Family Based Immigration Law. Joe wrote a bi-weekly column on Immigration Law for San Antonio’s Spanish/English newspaper, La Prensa. Joe is fluent in Spanish and also speaks some Italian, French, and German. He does many of the law firms client consultations and draws on his years of experience to find a winning strategy for clients.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
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50 years | 13,000 cases
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Licensed in Texas for 49 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1976
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Location
De Mott, McChesney, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP
8930 Fourwinds Drive Suite 106, San Antonio, TX, 78239
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Joseph B. Demott's Reviews
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Posted by Anna Maldonado | December 5, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Best Lawyer ever!!!!
I have had only a consult and ever since that day I was told a 50/50 can get where I wanna be him and his staff are very awesome and he is a kind gentlemen I say Mr. Demott is the best immigration lawyer I was recommended by someone that he help out a lot
Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Pay $50 for every question and canceled case because I didn't have money
We paid $2800 out of the $5000 that we were going to have to pay to grt my husband his residence. Every single question or doubt that we had we had to pay $50 if we wanted it answered. We were going through a rough patch and didn't have money to keep up with the payments so thry cloved our case and w...
Joseph Demott
Replied last March 17, 2017I'm very sorry to hear about this bad experience you had with my law firm. We work hard for all of our clients and I'm not sure where we went wrong here. If you're willing, please email me directly at [email protected]. I'd like to have the opportunity to correct this. Thank you.
Posted by anonymous | July 3, 2015
Very good service
Mr. De Mott helped me a lot with my case and always kept me updated on my case and he helped me win my case and get the citizenship. His services are very affordable too. I would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Cristo | May 21, 2015
Excelente Abogado,..lo recomiendo !
Excelente Despacho de Abogados, muy profesionales, con gran experiencia y honradez en cada trato. Joseph B. De mott es un abogado muy competente y altamente profesional, siempre dispuesto a servir con gran sentido y calor humano. Admiramos su labor social. Gracias Joe de Mott ¡!
Posted by jorge | May 18, 2015
un exelente abogado joseph demott
Kiero darle las gracias a Dios y a mi abogado joseph demott y sus asociados por aberme ayudado en mi caso y estar nuevamente con mi familia ke tanto amo gracias abogado de corazon se lo digo un exelente abogado se los recomiendo vale la pena ir a visitarlo son muy amables y atentos a todas las pregun...
Joseph B. Demott's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer because he is passionate about helping immigrants, he has decades of experience in all facets of immigration law, and his vast experience gives him a unique perspective and incredible insight into this field of law."
"Mr. Demott is an amazing professional and true advocate for his clients."
"Mr. De Mott has a reputation as the best immigration attorney in San Antonio. It is well-deserved."
"Mr. De Mott has years of industry experience and has a high standard of ethical practice. He has personally mentored dozens of up and coming attorneys who are now leaders in the immigration field."
"Joe has been practicing law since 1976 & has been Board Certified by Tx. Bd. of Legal Specialization since 1981. His almost 40 years of experience and solid record of success have been gained in the field, one case at a time. Our clients are direct beneficiaries of his legal expertise, knowledge and individual and genuine care for the well-being of the person, family, business. Joe is fluent in Spanish and French and speaks some Italian and German."
"Joe is an immigration law expert. He provides caring and individualized service to each and every client."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Best Immigration Litigation Department (DMCA), Texas Lawyer Magazine
1981
Board Certified - Immigration and Nationality Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Founding Partner, De Mott, McChesney, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP
1981 - 2001
Founding Partner, Joseph B. De Mott & Associates, LLP
Associations
2007 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Immigration and Nationality Law SectionCharter Member
1976 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
2012 - 2014
State Bar of Texas, Immigration and Nationality Law SectionExecutive Council
Education
N/A
University of Nebraska College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Texas, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Table Talk with Congressman Lloyd Doggett
Immigration
2013
Radio Interview
Marrying an Immigrant--Affidavits of Support
2013
Radio Interview
Texas Divorce & Immigration
2013
Professional Development for Teachers
Immigration Writing Contest: "Why I am Glad America is a Nation of Immigrants."
2013
People's Law School
Citizenship
2013
Naturalization Ceremony
Citizenship
2013
ISAAC Summer Basic Immigration Law Institute
The Role of the Immigration Advocate and Client Interviewing Skills
2013
ISAAC Summer Basic Immigration Law Institute
Overview of Immigration Law
2012
KENS 5 Interview
Amnesty and the Value of U.S. Citizenship
2012
ISAAC Summer Basic Immigration Law Institute
The Role of the Immigration Advocate and Client Interviewing Skills
2012
ISAAC Summer Basic Immigration Law Institute
Overview of Immigration Law
2012
Church Service Speaker
Immigration as a Moral Issue
2012
American Immigration Lawyers Association Teleconference Webinar
ABCs of Immigration Law For Newer Practitioners: Family-Based Immigration
2012
18th Annual People’s Law School
Citizenship
2011
People's Law School
Being Knowledgeable About Citizenship
2011
KTSA Radio show with Chadd Benson
Immigration Law
2011
Immigration Law Panel
Immigration Law
2011
"Immigration Issues in Texas and the United States"
Moderator--"The Great Debate"
2010
State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting
FAMILY: KEEPING THE FAMILY TOGETHER
2010
People's Law School
Being Knowledgeable about Citizenship
2008
American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Family-Based Immigration: How It Works
2006
American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Non Employment-Based Immigrant Visas
Publications
2012
La Prensa
"Inmigracion ha puesto un 'detainer' contra mi marido"
2012
La Prensa
Abrogado, he sido victima de un crimen
2012
La Prensa
Es posible que tenga que quedarse en Mexico
2011
La Prensa
"Mejor por el agua que por mentiras"
2011
La Prensa
"Tiene que esperar un cambio en la ley"
2011
La Prensa
Puede continuar con la aplicacion aunque se murio su padre
2011
La Prensa
Regular column in La Prensa - 2007-2012
2010
La Prensa
En la ley de inmigracion no hay nada mas fuerte que un matrimonio con un ciudadano
2010
La Prensa
"Abrogado, he sido abusada por mi esposo indocumentado."
2010
La Prensa
"Dice que si no voy hacer todo lo que ella quiere me va deportar"
2009
La Prensa
"No puedo escribir ni en espanol"
2009
La Prensa
"Estoy preso por posesion de drogas"
2009
San Antonio Express News
Quote in article "New Americans find Success"
2009
La Prensa
"Mi esposo no quiere renovar mi tarjeta de residencia"
2008
La Prensa
'Yo dije la verdad'
2008
La Prensa
No es crimen 'manejar moreno'
2008
La Prensa
Yo cruce con visa del rio
2007
La Prensa
El proceso de inmigarar a los Estados Unidos
2007
La Prensa
Yo cruce solamente con la ayuda de Dios
Languages
Spanish
English
French