Jonathan David Montag

Jonathan David Montag

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

427 C Street, Suite 300, San Diego, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Jonathan D. Montag

427 C Street, Suite 300, San Diego, CA, 92101

Mail Address

P.O. Box 124801, San Diego, CA, 92112

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Jonathan David Montag's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not recommanding

My experience with this immigration attorney has been extremely disappointing. When I met him for the first time, he said if USCIS allows him, he will come to the interview with me, but unfortunately he didn't. This lack of commitment and representing me on the phone had severe consequences for my ca...se. The officer hanged up on him and didn't approve my case. USCIS asked me for some documents that I didn't know where and how to get them. In respond of my help to get the documents, this attorney simply told me that he can not help and he doesn't know how to solve it. It was the moment I felt vulnerable and not supported. Then I paid another immigration attorney who gave me the answer I was looking for quickly. He seems nice and his price is good, but unfortunately his service is not good enough to help you. I do not recommend him at all.

Jonathan Montag

Replied last November 16, 2023

I am sad that an anonymous person posted this review because it was such a pleasure having him as a client and being able to help him become a citizen of the United States. It was quite gratifying explaining to him multiple times through multiple meetings, phone calls, and emails the nature of the challenges in his case and to clear up his misunderstandings and imaginary concerns about the law to succeed in his case. How sad for him that despite all that advice and support I gave him, he felt vulnerable and unsupported. In addition, I was pleased to have a client who I thought had a good understanding of Covid where millions died and saw the great benefit to us both in my attending his interview by telephone rather than in person to avoid risk to him and me by sitting in a crowded office together. I wish I could make up to him his feeling of vulnerability with additional services to assist him in naturalizing, but, because he quickly and seamlessly became a United States citizen despite the challenges in his case, he needs no more help from an immigration lawyer. It is reminiscent of a child full of fantasies contrary to reality and the truth with little capacity to understand the contributions others make to their successes. Fortunately for him, my ethical responsibility to him prevents me from addressing the specifics of his case or possibly even identifying him. Online reviews allow people in glass houses to throw stones. In this case, anonymously, which tells me something about his ethics. Maybe the first time he votes in a U.S. election, he will feel some gratitude. However, my goal was not gaining his gratitude, but, rather, helping him become United States citizen, so, though I am sad, I am happy for him and wish him well. I am proud to have lent a hand. Whatever his name may be....

Posted by Max | February 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely Fantastic Lawyer!

Jonathan is a lawyer like none other! He is professional but also personal and caring. He is earnest and straight forward. He definitely goes the extra mile for his clients. Like another review stated: "He is the man!" And he is very reasonable in his fees. He helped my wife get her green card. Sh...e was, putting it mildly, hella anxious about the interview. Jonathan put the anxiety and worries to rest. He very patiently discussed the various issues that may come up at the interview, and also those that would not. With Jonathan's help we were well prepared. Thank you so much for your time, patience, and sharing of insights. Thank you P.S. if you have legal needs that are not within Jonathan's field he is a fantastic source for like minded lawyers. Thank you again for your recommendations.

Posted by Sara | April 9, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

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

Wonderful Lawyer

I had so many questions about my case and Mr. Montag gave me all the best answers and advices. He always answered my e-mails. Thank you Mr. Montag you are the best. I recommend him

Posted by Sal | November 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best immigration lawyer in San Diego

My wife and I thought we could handle the immigration process ourselves...and we were so wrong! Jonathan Montag answered our questions and eased our nerves over the phone before we even hired him....which we did and it was a life saver. He is always available via email or phone. Makes it really s...imple. I would absolutely recommend him. Jonathan Montag took the undue stress out of the green card process and we couldn't have done this without him. and finally my citizenship is the best thing that could have happened to me! Jonathan Montag most caring, professional and effective attorney that I have ever worked with. I am truly satisfied and grateful for his excellent job!

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

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

Indeed a trust worthy Immigration Attorney

I have retained Mr. Montag 15 years ago, in 2001, He has helped sucessfully with a difficult green card issues for my brother and his immigrated fiancee. I can testify that those recent comments were how I felt about Mr. Montage 15 years ago. A conscientious attorney that would never take advant...age of his desperate and in-needs Clients. I looked up Mr. Montag 15 Years later to refer to a friend , and very happy to read all of his positive recent reviews and could not agree more, prompting me to write this comment.

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Jonathan David Montag's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rachel Eeles

Immigration lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fantastic Attorney. I needed some immigration advice for a criminal client. Jonathan provided me with excellent advice on the phone."

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Bashir Ghazialam

Immigration lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Montage is very knowledgeable and experienced in many areas of immigration law. He is one of my go to lawyer in case I have a complicated immigration issue to discuss with a colleague."

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James Dicks

Immigration lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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James Bach

Immigration lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Montag is one of the best immigration lawyers in the state. I have worked with him for several years on the commission that writes and grades the immigration specialty exam for the California State Bar. Mr. Montag is the Chairperson of the commission, and has consistently demonstrated an in-depth understanding of very complex immigration issues (as well as a great wit and sense of humor). His approach to legal problems also reflects the highest ethical standards. Mr. Montage is my very top choice for deportation (removal) defense or family-based immigration cases in the San Diego area."

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Marc Pachon

Immigration lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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James Bach

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Certified Specialist - Immigration & Nationality Law, State Bar of California

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Attorney of the Year,

Associations

State Bar of California

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1994

University of San Diego

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1982

University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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