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also known as J.J. Despain, Joshua J. Despain
J.J. Despain is a managing attorney in Boise for W&O’. He is admitted to the Colorado State Bar and practices mostly family-based and employment-based immigration law. J.J. has represented clients in over 100 interviews with USCIS. He has participated in events at community centers in both Utah and Idaho to present issues in immigration law and speak about the many possibilities available to potential clients. J.J. graduated from Brigham Young University, where he earned a bachelor of arts in communications with an emphasis in print journalism. He spent two years as an opinions editor, sports editor, and web editor for the campus newspaper, The Daily Universe. J.J. also earned minors in both Spanish and political science. After his undergraduate studies, J.J. attended law school at the University of Iowa College of Law. In Iowa, J.J. was the president of the student chapter of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society, a managing editor of the Iowa Law Review, a judicial clerk for the Honorable Stephanie M. Rose of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa, and was involved with the Latino Law Students Association and Sports Law Society.
J.J. previously worked with Catholic Charities of Central Texas in Austin, Texas, where he led the office’s DACA renewal process for clients, and also assisted with U-visas and I-601A waivers. He also worked in Austin with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid on cases involving housing disputes. Back in Iowa City, J.J. assisted with Cole & Vondra, PC, in putting on Know Your Rights seminars for the local immigrant community, and with the Iowa Legal Aid Pro Bono Project.
In his spare time, J.J. enjoys spending time with his wife and four children, exploring the Idaho outdoors, drawing, watching sports (especially BYU), and watching movies. J.J. and his family live in Boise.
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Posted by ERAY | April 5, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
I haven't received a response despite sending a message days ago, and you appear active in the system. What is the issue?
Hello, ERAY, Sorry for the delay in responding to the message. I do not check Avvo every day, and I was not aware there was a message from you until this review was posted. Sorry it took me some time to get back to you. But, I did respond to your message, and I gave some information on how to better contact me and my office. I hope we talk soon and can help more with your actual immigration questions! J.J.
Posted by Kat | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney
JJ and Leslie have been wonderful to work with. They have helped me with all my immigration needs, explaining each step in detail and answering all my questions and concerns. I can't thank you both enough for all your help.
Thank you, Katerine! It has been a pleasure assisting you with your immigration needs, and we appreciate your trust in us. And we look forward to reaching the end of the case soon!
Posted by Ubaldina Juarez Jimenez | November 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
El señor J.J lo contraté hace un año y ya me resolvió mi primer casó. Para mi opinión es un excelente abogado. Yo lo recomiendo y sigo requerido de sus servicios. Actualmente me está ayudando con mi hijo que está en Mexico. Le agradezco por su ayuda.
Muchas gracias, Ubaldina, por compartir sus comentarios. Es un placer ayudarle a Ud. y a su familia.
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney
My immigration status was in a situation where most of the immigration attorneys I had discussed my case with told me that there wasn't much chance on my case. Even before I talked to J.J., two famous Boise attorneys had refused to take my case because they thought they could not be successful on thi...
Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
We found J.J. online when we started our case in Oct 2019. I fully respect his knowledge and professional advice given to us when hard/confusing situations happen. For example, based on our circumstances, J.J. and the office manager Lourdes scheduled a meeting with us in person, to strategy out the b...
"J.J. is very dedicated to his law practice and those he represents. His desire to zealously represent individuals is proven by his dedication to stay up on the evolving immigration laws and vigorously advocate for each client."
"I have known J.J. since I started law school about five years ago. He is a very conscientious individual who cares deeply about helping others. Without hesitation I recommend him to anyone looking for help with a legal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. J.J. is a very knowledgeable and diligent attorney. It has been a great pleasure working with him."
"J.J. is a dedicated attorney. I worked with him personally on multiple cases and I could always count on things being done at the highest levels. I endorse this lawyer."
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Boyd Service Award with Highest Honors, University of Iowa College of Law
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Pro Bono Society, University of Iowa College of Law
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Managing Attorney, Wilner & O'Reilly
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Associate Attorney, Wilner & O'Reilly
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American Immigration Lawyers Association
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