Jonathan Charles Dunten

Jonathan Charles Dunten

4.8
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 21 years

Immigration Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense

212 9th Street, Suite 316, Oakland, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

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Law Offices of Jonathan Charles Dunten

212 9th Street, Suite 316, Oakland, CA, 94607

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Jonathan Charles Dunten's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | Immigration

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Green Card Application

I hired John to be my attorney for a green card application thru marriage with a USC. John is very professional, detail oriented, he would analyze your case thoroughly and provide to you with the best approach. You will be treated as a VIP as John always response in a timely manner even when he is on... a vacation (unless he is going to Antarctica or Mars) =). Case went smooth and got approved, I would recommend John to anyone who needs immigration services.

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last December 07, 2017

Thanks! You will always be a VIP to me Mr. M.

Posted by Kevin estrada | November 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Very honest

Well let me explain why I pick up Mr dunten. I went to see 2 more lawyers prior to see mr dunten. and how it goes of consultations everything seems to be ok but it was a point on my case that both lawyers SAID. we cannot help you. You are expecting to hear good news regardless your case both lawyers ...said that they can fill up application but they cannot help me if I need to go for a court if something goes wrong. So not to make my story to long. I got in contact with JONATHAN and I explain my case and is for me very pleasure to recommend such lawyer I explain my case and he didn't hesitate to help me on my case. Whether if is favorable or not he gave me a trust to hand my case to him he gave that opinion that if something goes wrong he have plan b or c to get my citizen well done and it was everything was a success I got my citizenship without going to court. So my point is this no matter what hard kind of case you have he is gonna talk to you straight without hiding nothing. So for that reason I highly recommend mr. JONATHAN DUNTEN he also is very fluently on Spanish I really recommend

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last November 20, 2017

Congratulations and thank you for your review Kevin. It was my pleasure to serve you. Every plan must have a back up strategy, I'm glad didn't need plan B. Thanks again for hiring me.

Posted by Juancarlos gallardo | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Gran abogado!

Un gran abogado,estuvo conmigo casi 5 anos,mi caso estuvo muy dificil,al punto donde yo pense k me ivan a deportar y que mi caso no tenia solusion. Todo empeso en el 2012 donde me agaro la policia,tuve un accidente y estaba bajo la influensia del alcohol,de alli me agaro ice,me sacaron bajo una fianz...a,donde tenia que asisisti a corte. Immediatamente me puse a buscar abogados,me recomendaron al abogado jonathan y pues decidi agarlo. El abogado jonathan es una gran persona,te da confiensa, y siempre te abla para dejarte saber como va tu caso y te da forma de pagos mensualmente. El me ayudo a cerrar mi caso, y arreglar con mi esposa que es cuidadana. Ahora gracias a dios ya tengo mi residensia y todo a esta gran abogado que estuvo conmigo en las buenas y en las malas.

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last August 09, 2017

Felicidades Juan! Yo te ayude navegar las curvas del camino pero fue tu dedicación y colaboración al caso que dio el elemento más grande para nuestro triunfo. Ya sabes, aquí me tienes a tu órdenes.

Posted by Ben | June 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Experienced Attorney

If there were 10 stars available I would definitely have given him 10. He is honest and respectful, he doesn't lie to you just to get your money. He pays attention to his clients, he wants to see them succeed. His clients are his priority. No matter how complicated your immigration case could be, h...e will guide you in the right way . I'm talking from experience. I highly recommend Jonathan, If you need an experienced and professional attorney don't hesitate to give him a call and set up an appointment, you will not be disappointed!

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last June 09, 2017

Thank you Ben. I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with me. It was an incredibly smooth process, due mostly to your commitment and follow through with our suggestions. I am especially pleased you felt a priority level of service because we do all we can to put our clients first, no matter what. Thank you!

Posted by Lucero | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent services!

Jonathan took on my brother's case and successfully helped him obtain a visa. We were looking for an attorney that had experience in both immigration and criminal law, and he was the perfect match. He and Lisa went above and beyond our expectations throughout the process. From the moment we consulted... with Jonathan, he provided an honest overview of the case and explained in detail what we should expect and addressed our concerns.  He is trustworthy and very efficient with his time. He made my brother and me part of the team and kept us involved and informed throughout the process. We feel blessed to have had Jonathan represent my brother and are extremely satisfied with his work. I would highly recommend Jonathan and his team for any legal needs.

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last January 26, 2017

Muchas gracias Lucero. It was because of you and your brother's continued involvement in his case that we were ultimately successful.

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Jonathan Charles Dunten's Lawyer Endorsements

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Javed Church

Immigration lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan Dunten's commitment to the practice and development of immigration law has always struck me as exemplary. I've known Jonathan for over 10 years and during this time I've seen him volunteer his time in order to educate the public and further the interests of the immigrant community. He's perfectly bilingual, he's a straight shooter, and will definitely give clients their money's worth."

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Joshua Surowitz

Immigration lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have maintained a close professional relationship with Jonathan Dunten since 2003. He is well known in the field of immigration as an expert in subject matter law, and as having the very highest ethical standards. Any person would be very fortunate to have him as their attorney. He is also a great, and very nice guy!"

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Jakob Lipman

Immigration lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jonathan Dunten. He is a committed and professional lawyer."

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Michael Thomas

Immigration lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is not only an expert in immigration but also a valued member of the Bay Area legal community. He has built his practice from the ground up with passionate advocacy for his clients in an area of law with a lot on the line. I wholeheartedly recommend and endorse him."

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Robert D'Andrea

Immigration lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is an expert in the immigration field. He fights for the best possible result in all of his cases. I would have no hesitation recommending him to anyone in need of immigration counsel."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Certificate of Appreciation, La Red Latina

2012

Certificate of Appreciation, Coalition of Concerned Legal Professionals

2010

Community Service Award, Foothill Elementary

2009

Volunteer Honor, AIDS Legal Referral Panel

2008

Certificate of Recognition, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2007 - 2008

Professor, East Bay Law School

Associations

2004 - Present

Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity

Province President

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

member

2008 - 2009

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Media Coordinator

Sample of Legal Cases

FRANCISCO JAVIER OREA-BARBOSA, Petitioner, v. ERIC H. HOLDER, Jr., Attorney General, Respondent.

PETITION FOR REVIEW DENIED.

RONALD RITESH PRASAD, Petitioner, v. MICHAEL B. MUKASEY, Attorney General, Respondent.

PETITION FOR REVIEW DENIED

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Education

N/A

Golden Gate Univ SOL

law

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Univ of California Santa Barbara

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2015

Latino Programs

Immigration + Criminal Law intersect

2013

III Conferencia Anual Liderazgo Contra La Violencia

2012

Informational Session and Call to Action to Stop Deportation of DREAM Act-Eligible Youth Deferred Action

2011

Immigration roundtables- Consulate of Mexico

U visa requirements and benefits

2010

Univision's Ask The Lawyer Dream Act Legislation

2010

platica de Inmigracion- Latin American Church of Christ

Immigration Law fundamentals

2010

Cultural Healthcare Week- La Clinica

Family Immigration Law fundamentals

2009

Boys and Girls Clubs Pittsburg- Immigration workshop

Family Immigration Law fundamentals

2009

"Healthy, United Families" - Peninsula Interfaith Action Cancellation of Removal

Publications

2009

Verdict The Criminal Character of the Civil Immigration Law System

2008

Verdict Fencing Out the Constitution

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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