Brenda Montes

Brenda Montes

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

177 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 200, Pasadena, CA

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Ms. Montes represents clients in numerous areas of immigration law including deportation defense, immigration bond hearings, detention cases, consular processing, adjustment of status via family petitions, naturalization, and other immigration relief including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Humanitarian Requests and U-Visas. Ms. Montes specializes in complex cases where criminal law and immigration law intersect, offering expert legal advice and representation for her clients.

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

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177 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 200, Pasadena, CA, 91105

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kimberly Abigahil | September 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney

From Detention to Permanent Residency * The Best Immigration Attorney I Could Have Asked For

I have a very emotional and nostalgic experience when I look back on the journey I went through with my attorney Brenda Montes I met her during one of the most difficult and critical moments of my life, while I was being held in detention (Adelanto detención center)From the first day I met her, ...I felt as if an angel had come into my life to help me. In the middle of fear, uncertainty, and sadness, she gave me hope, confidence, and the reassurance that I was not alone. From the beginning, she took my case very seriously and handled it with remarkable professionalism and dedication. First, she fought for my bond so that I could be released from detention and fight my case from outside. Then, she worked tirelessly to win my asylum case. Finally, she helped me obtain my permanent residency, a dream that for a long time seemed impossible to achieve. I am deeply grateful to God for placing her in my path, and I am forever thankful to her for the effort, time, and dedication she invested in my case. She is an incredibly intelligent, compassionate, and committed attorney who genuinely cares about the people she represents. Throughout the entire process, I always felt that my well-being and the outcome of my case truly mattered to her. Thank you for believing in me, for standing by my side through every step of this journey, and for helping me build a better future. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of an immigration attorney. Her work changed my life, and I will never forget everything she did for me . SHE IS TEHE BEST!!!!

Posted by Sonia C | September 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Above Exceptional Immigration Legal Services

I had an outstanding experience with Montes Law Firm. They handled my immigration case with utmost professionalism, knowledge, and dedication. Their expertise in immigration law is unparalleled and they guided me through every step of the process with ease. The team at Montes Law Firm is highly ac...cessible, understanding, and patient. They took the time to explain complex legal jargon in simple terms, ensuring I had a clear understanding of my case. Their commitment to keeping me informed reduced my stress significantly. What sets them apart is their personal approach. They don’t just look at you as another case, but as a human being with unique needs and concerns. Their compassionate approach made me feel valued and supported throughout the process. The results speak for themselves. My case was handled swiftly and concluded favorably, all thanks to their strategic planning and meticulous attention to detail. I felt like I was in the safest hands possible with Montes Law Firm. I cannot recommend Montes Law Firm enough for anyone seeking immigration legal services. Their dedication, professionalism, and empathy exceed all expectations. They truly deserve more than a 5-star rating.

Posted by Rakib | December 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Best attorney

she is best immigration lowyer. i found her through my friend. and i got my residency with 4 months. my case was little bit complicated. but she handled it so well. the immigration officer couldn’t deny.. i highly recommend this attorney..

Posted by PILAR | March 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney

HIGHLY COMPETENT IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY

I had the pleasure of dealing with Brenda Montes, whom I hired as my husband’s Immigration Attorney. Though she was highly recommended by a friend who also benefited from her professional services, my husband & I put our faith in her hands & professional knowledge to educate & assist us with the le...gal matter of obtaining “permanent/legal residence” (for my husband) not really knowing what the outcome will be. The process seemed overwhelming at first due to the endless paperwork, but her patience & remarkable dedication to the cause was uplifting and at the end, well worth it. Brenda has a passion for helping people with immigration problems, she is a thorough and straight forward attorney who tells you like it is, no false promises however, she, goes above & beyond her call of duty to help you, make sure you understand the importance of having everything you need to prepare for a positive outcome. She, as well as her staff are excellent and highly organized. Brenda does an outstanding job. Best of all, she is fluent in English & Spanish. My husband & I consider ourselves fortunate to have had Brenda handle his case. Thank you Brenda for the wonderful experience. Pilar

Posted by Mohamed Thameem | February 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Compassionate and diligent

Ms. Brenda Montes was introduced by my friend when I was in Adelanto detention center in California. Even I was staying long time in USA, facing court proceedings was allergic and dreadful but Ms. Brenda prepared me psychologically and supported me to face those couple of trials and bailed me out.... Since my wife’s physical and mental instability I had to come back to India. Ms. Brenda is worth to trust for case to win.

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2013 - 2017

Associate, Franco Law Group

Associations

2016 - Present

Mexican American Bar Association of Los Angeles

2017 - 2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2012 - 2013

Los Angeles County Bar Association

2012 - 2013

Latino Lawyers Bar Association

2012 - 2013

Mexican American Bar Association

Education

2011

University of California - Los Angeles

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

California State University, Fullerton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

"Know Your Rights" Forum

"Know Your Rights" for Immigrants and their Families

2016

“U.S. Department of Homeland Security”

Immigration "Know Your Rights"

2015

13th Annual Social Services in the Latina/o Community Conference

Immigration: The Seperation of Families and the Hope of Relief

Publications

2017

Clinical Law Review "A For-Profit Rebellious Immigration Practice in East Los Angeles"

Languages

Spanish

English

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