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

No misconduct found

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

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4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Max | February 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

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 Mano | December 18, 2012 | Immigration

The Best attorney have I ever meet , Hard-worker, honest, knowledgeable, Helpful, best price, Proficiency, friendly, Fast

Jonathan helped me and my family with five immigration cases. I came to the U.S. in 2001. After five years later, I applied for citizenship in 2006, but FBI and the Department of Homeland Security held my file for 1.5 years for no reason. I went to the immigration office many times and asked about th...e process, but every time they just told me "FBI pending." I started looking for a lawyer to solve the problem. I contacted several lawyers, but they all asked for $7k or more. Eventually I found Jonathan, and he only charged me $1200. Jonathan sued U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), FBI and Homeland Security. The court date was about one month from the date he sued. Immigration settled with Jonathan and gave me a citizenship less than three weeks, and we dropped the case. Next, Jonathan helped my sister and her family to get U.S. residency. He did all the paperwork, and everything went smooth and fast. Finally, my wife recently got his help to change her immigration status. It took only about three months from the date we applied to get her residency. We all appreciate him so much for his honest and efficient work for such reasonable fees.

Posted by Brenda | September 09, 2009 | Immigration

Great Lawyer

We were looking for a lawyer for an immigration case for my wife and I. We went to see a few lawyers until we picked one. A few of the lawyers gave us bad advice, one was even trying to convince us to have my wife leave the county and go through a consulate process. Mr. Montag was the last lawyer we ...spoke too. He was the most reasonably priced. During our initial consultation he verified everything we had questions about. He also allowed us to setup a reasonable payment plan. He made us feel comfortable and was always on top of everything. It feels good knowing that the person you are working with you can trust. He seemed to have a good reputation with everhyone at the USCIS office when we went for our final interview. If you are looking for an immigration lawyer look no further.

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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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