Joshua Joseph Despain

Joshua Joseph Despain

also known as J.J. Despain, Joshua J. Despain

4.6
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 9 years

Immigration Lawyer at Boise, ID
Practice Areas: Immigration

999 W. Main Street, Suite 1101, Boise, ID

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Family-based immigration, such as U-visas, I-601 and I-601A waivers, I-130 petitions, and adjustment of status. Employment-based immigration, such as E-visas, L-visas, PERM, and I-140 petitions.

10 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 9 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wilner & O'Reilly Aplc

999 W. Main Street, Suite 1101, Boise, ID, 83702

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Joshua Joseph Despain's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by ERAY | April 5, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

"NO RESPONSE"

I haven't received a response despite sending a message days ago, and you appear active in the system. What is the issue?

Joshua Despain

Replied last April 5, 2024

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Immigration Lawyer in Boise

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.

Joshua Despain

Replied last December 14, 2023

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ms

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.

Joshua Despain

Replied last December 14, 2023

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A complicated Green Card Case Got Approval

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...s case. J.J. accepted my case with a reasonable fee and made the case successful. Being a professional attorney is not taking only cases that you know you will win but challenging cases and making them work for the client. In the end, I should thank J.J. and his professional team, namely, Lourdes helping me get the Green Card in a very complicated, seemingly undoable situation.

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, knowledgeable, responsive with kindness ---Excellent service

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...est timeline to submit our application. Later on, applying the work authorization either via OPT or through the green card application really confused me. He answered each of my questions in email with tremendous details and scenario analysis in a timely manner. His suggestion was super useful to help me make a decision. During the whole process (almost a year) , they kept us posted closely for each step. Additionally, J.J.'s prep meeting before the interview and presence during the interview in this early Nov really eased our nerves. After the interview, he addressed our concerns right away with alternative options and comforted us to be in faith. With J.J. and Lourdes’s help, our case went quite smoothly. We're very grateful for their professional service and approachable personality to work with. I would highly recommend J.J. if you need a good immigration lawyer.

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Joshua Joseph Despain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Poulsen

Immigration lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Eric Checketts

Immigration lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Sully Bryan

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly O'Reilly

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Wilner

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeanny Tsoi

Immigration lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. J.J. is a very knowledgeable and diligent attorney. It has been a great pleasure working with him."

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Jordan Moody

Immigration lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"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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Derek Poulsen

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Jeanny Tsoi

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Boyd Service Award with Highest Honors, University of Iowa College of Law

2015

Pro Bono Society, University of Iowa College of Law

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Attorney, Wilner & O'Reilly

2016 - 2019

Associate Attorney, Wilner & O'Reilly

Associations

2017 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2019 - 2020

Colorado Bar Association, Immigration Law Section

Executive Council Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Naturalization with criminal history

Approved

Adjustment of status with I-693 issues

Approved

Removing conditions on permanent residency with divorce issues and sexual orientation issues

Approved

Adjustment of status with I-9 issues

Approved

Adjustment of status with Quilantan entry

Approved

Expedited I-601 waiver

Approved

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Education

2015

University of Iowa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

Know Your Rights Seminar - University of Idaho

U.S. Immigration in 2025: Changes and Solutions

2025

Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break Employers & Immigration: A Changing Landscape

2021

Humanitarian Parole for Afghans

Humanitarian Parole for Afghans

2020

Women Who Rock With Success Investigations The Future of DACA Immigrants

2020

Women Who Rock With Success Investigations Defining DACA and What It Means for Immigrants

2020

Executive Luncheon, Meridian, ID Overcoming the Barriers of Immigration

2020

Dinner and Learn, Meridian, ID Immigration Benefits through Military Service

2020

Dinner and Learn, Lewiston, ID Immigration Benefits through Military Service

2020

Dinner and Learn, Jerome, ID Immigration Benefits through Military Service

2020

Dinner and Learn, Emmett, ID Immigration Benefits through Military Service

2020

Continuing Legal Education

Overcoming the Barriers of Immigration for Employees

2019

Dinner and Learn, Rupert, ID Immigration Benefits through Military Service

2019

Dinner and Learn, Idaho Falls, ID Immigration Benefits through Military Service

2017

Community Forum

Issues in Immigration

Publications

2025

Boise Favorites 2024 Best Law Firm in Boise

2024

Boise Favorites 2023 Best Law Firm in Boise

2019

2018

Riverside Lawyer H-1B Visa Program

Languages

English

Spanish

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