Shan Dimitris Potts

Shan Dimitris Potts

also known as Shan D Potts

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 22 years

Immigration Lawyer at Glendale, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, Expungement, Asylum

535 N Brand Blvd, Suite 850, Glendale, CA

About Shan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Immigration 40%

23 years

40%
Asylum 20%

23 years

20%
Expungement 20%

23 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shan Potts Law Offices

535 N Brand Blvd, Suite 850, Glendale, CA, 91203

The Better Start - Criminal Record Clearing

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Shan Dimitris Potts's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tsega | September 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Turning the Impossible into an Accomplishment

What words of gratitude can I use to express my appreciation for an attorney, a human being, who literally gave me my life back? There really aren't enough words. For over 15 years, I went from lawyer to lawyer desperately seeking someone who could help me clear my name and also get my legal stat...us back. Every lawyer i spoke to said that I had a hopeless case. Yet, through Faith, I came across attorney Shan Potts. For the first time, I saw someone who honestly looked at me and said, "it will be difficult, but I believe I can help you." Attorney Potts, first and foremost, is a man of moral integrity. He is passionate about the law and he takes a case as though it was his own family member whose being represented. In 2022, after 21 years of being labeled a convicted felon, Attorney Potts turned the impossible into an accomplishment. He successfully got me a huge post conviction victory. My conviction was vacated! This cleared the way for my immigration case. Attorney Potts moved quickly and filed a motion to reopen. It was approved. He then quickly filed a motion to Terminate proceedings largely based on the vacated conviction. It was approved. Attorney Potts then filed for my I90 to renew my Permanent Resident card. After 3 months, in August 2025, it was approved. I cannot tell you to joy & the sense of relief that I had. Every emotion that I kept inside for over 20 years of waiting and feeling so down came out the very day I walked into his office to pick up my Permanent Resident card. I had not held it since 2001!!! Attorney Potts, fellow attorneys, and his outstanding staff cleared my name and gave me my life back!!! To anyone who is feeling hopeless, scared, rejected, and pretty much like giving up, please dont!!!!! Please contact Attorney Potts immediately and restore your status & rights. To the very few attorneys who believe in the Law & Justice , Thank you! Thank you so very much Attorney Shan Potts

Posted by Andrew | March 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I-601 Waiver

My wife and I got married a few years back. One of the most urgent issues we wanted to tackle was her immigration status in the United States. Unfortunately, she was brought here as a minor over 30 years ago and didn't have a way to prove that she entered the Country legally in order to adjust her st...atus inside the U.S. I suffer from extreme health problems and need her assistance and support constantly. Having her leave the Country for a unknown period of time would cause immense hardship for me and the rest of our family, emotionally and financially. Thankfully, Attorney Shan Potts was able to help us apply for the waiver, all while explaining the process and answering all our questions and concerns. His help was greatly appreciated and we are happy with the results of his work.

Posted by Matthew | March 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Fiance Visa and Green Card

Me and my wife are very thankful for your assistance throughout the whole process. Contact Shan after he answered one of my questions and I have nothing but good things to say about the level of service I have received. His office was very friendly and understood our situation well and made me and my... wife feel comfortable throughout the whole process. My wife got her green card two days ago. Would definitely recommend Shan Potts for anyone applying for a green card.

Shan Potts

Replied last March 10, 2016

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Shan Dimitris Potts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shawn Sedaghat

Immigration lawyer | Jul 11

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"I have seen Shan in action and think of him as an excellent attorney with an impeccable reputation."

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Mark Rowe

Immigration lawyer | Apr 12

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"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."

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Gary Anderson

Immigration lawyer | Apr 10

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"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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Gail Barsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is well respected by his peers."

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Travis Owen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 06

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"Mr. Potts is an exceptional attorney with a sterling reputation in the AVVO community. I endorse this attorney."

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Ricardo Vazquez

Asylum lawyer | Apr 05

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"This lawyers credentials speak for itself. What are you waiting for? Hire him!"

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David Pittman

Unknown lawyer | Mar 22

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"I endorse this lawyer. His answers to questions posed are very informative and well thought out."

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Noah Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 14

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"Excellent criminal defense attorney, I endorse this lawyer."

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Randy Alexander

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexander Segal

Immigration lawyer | Nov 27

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"I endorse Mr. Potts with pleasure. I read his answers on AVVO and they are great. Informative, patient and thoughtful."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Nov 15

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"I endorse this lawyer. Lawyers who donate time on sites like this have a passion for the law and a compassion for the people they serve. Kudos."

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Kurt Elkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Moore

Immigration lawyer | Nov 06

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"I endorse this lawyer. His gives extra attention to legal matters."

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Joseph Caraccio

Immigration lawyer | Oct 20

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"Mr. Potts is very knowledgeable in the field of immigration law."

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Scott Briggs

Immigration lawyer | Oct 08

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"Mr. Potts provides articulate legal analysis and well thought out advice. I endorse this lawyer."

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Immigration lawyer | Sep 22

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Giacomo Behar

Immigration lawyer | Sep 10

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"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

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Martins Imudia

Immigration lawyer | Jul 11

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Immigration lawyer | Jul 10

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

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 Children

Board of Directors

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2000 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Arteaga v. Mukasey

Won

Membreno vs Gonzalez

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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

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