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Shan Dimitris Potts
also known as Shan D Potts
About Shan
Biography
I am the founding partner of The Law Offices of Shan Potts, a full-service immigration law firm with extensive experience in Deportation and Removal Defense; Green Cards, Family Immigration; Employment Immigration; U.S. Citizenship, U-Visas; VAWA Cases; DACA Cases; Consular Processing; Waivers and Appeals before the Executive Office for Immigration Review and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, and Asylum (Sexual Orientation), HIV Waivers, Family Unifications.
I have has successfully litigated complex issues concerning crimes and immigration before the 9th Circuit Federal Court of Appeals.
I have helped military families with immigration benefits.
I have protected relatives of U.S. military members from deportation.
I obtained a specialty visa for international clients; fashion models, entertainers, athletes, business professionals, medical professionals, scientists, students and researchers.
I also have extensive experience in Criminal Defense cases focusing on post-conviction issues.
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Licensed in California for 22 years
State: California
Acquired: 2003
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Location
Shan Potts Law Offices
535 N Brand Blvd, Suite 850, Glendale, CA, 91203
The Better Start - Criminal Record Clearing
535 N Brand Blvd, Suite 850, Glendale, CA, 91203
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Wrongfully convicted and deported
I was taken from my home, from my family, and from the only life I knew—wrongfully deported to a country I didn’t recognize, where I didn’t speak the language and had no one waiting for me. I spent nearly 20 years in exile, feeling forgotten, isolated, and hopeless. Mr. Potts helped me. Then I s...
Shan Dimitris Potts's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have seen Shan in action and think of him as an excellent attorney with an impeccable reputation."
"I have known Shan Dimitris Potts for many years as a tireless fighter in immigration cases. He is a lawyer's lawyer. Bright, innovative, and aggressive. If I needed help with an immigration law matter in Los Angeles, this is the call I would make."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Shan Dimitris Potts is highly ethical, skilled and works diligently in his representation of his clients. He is an outstanding attorney who I would not hesitate to recommend for representation on immigration law matters. He works hard for his clients, he is agressive in court, and provides a high level of professionalism and compassion."
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Experience
Honors
2018
10 Best Immigration Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Chief Legal Officer, The Better Start
2000 - Present
Attorney & Founder, Potts Martinez
Associations
2014 - Present
Free Arts for Abused ChildrenBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Arteaga v. Mukasey
Won
Membreno vs Gonzalez
Won
Education
2002
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
CSUN Pre Law Association
Benefits of Having a Law Degree
Publications
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can we join New employer after H1b transfer initiated and before H1b transfer is approved?? what are the chances of rejection?
28 Mar 2016
Q&A
What documents are required for H4 EAD renewal
21 Mar 2016
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Can I apply for h1b while f1 is pending?
21 Mar 2016