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 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Tricky Naturalization case

Jonathan handled a naturalization case with a tricky criminal background really well. During the interview he knew what he was doing, and offered his advice at all stages of the process based on his knowledge of the law and experience. His office was also very helpful and handled paperwork very wel...l. They were well organized and responsive. This is the second time I worked with Jonathan and highly recommend his services to anyone!

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last October 29, 2018

Thank you for your trust! During these trying times with immigration it is especially helpful to keep patience and optimism alive and you did so all the way across the finish line. I am especially pleased you are satisfied with how our staff supported us along the way. Thanks!

Posted by Juancarlos gallardo | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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 anonymous | May 28, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Saved from deportation

I was being deported over criminal charges that were more than 10 years old. My wife is an American citizen and I have a daughter born here. After meeting with several other immigration attorneys, I chose Jonathan. We went back to the criminal court and were able to have the charges dismissed, but... the government's attorneys argued there was still a "reason to believe" I was guilty and they fought to have me deported. It took five years in removal proceedings, but I am now a permanent resident.

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last May 28, 2015

It was a long and bumpy road, but your patience and dedication paid off! Thanks for letting me be an advocate in your struggle and keeping the faith when things weren't looking good. Arriba juntos!

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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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