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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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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Posted by anneke | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The Best Lawyer

Great Lawyer! He helped my mother with the impossible. My mother had been trying to have legal documents here in the US for the past 15 years or so. Five years ago, her political asylum had been denied and was told to leave the US. She only had 20 days before she had to leave the US when she found Jo...nathan. Jonathan helped my mother appeal her case and fought for her and was able to have her case approved February 2018. My mom was told she had an 80% chance she would get deported, but Jonathan did not let it happen! He is a great lawyer and we recommend him 100%.

Posted by antonia | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Found Jonathan to be very professional and honest, never misleading.Up-front, current knowledge of immigration laws.

Over-all we felt confident with Jonathan handling our first immigration case. After consulting with several attorneys we came across Jonathan, a well mannered and easy personality to convers with. After hiring him, he lead us thru the twists and turns of gathering information and consolidating docum...ents and making our case solid. He let us know about up-coming fees that were going to be required and finally the "Interview" in Juarez step by step. Johnathan, during this whole ordeal, Jonathan was always acsessable by phone or e-mail and would always return my phone calls with the information I needed or even just to make me feel good that I was on the right track about filling out an application or something. He would always go the extra step. Needless to say his staff also reflected their professionalism and courtesy. Upon reaching our goal of receiving residency for my husband we decided to retain Jonathan once again for residency for my step-child. In this case Jonathan was even more thourough in reguards to the step by step journey in dealing with a child immigration case, but we put ourselves in his hands and once again had a very positive out-come in a very short time. I think anyone who hires Johnathan will come to find that he is not only an honest attorney but truly a friend and almost part of ones family due to the fact that one must also be honest and forth right in order for him to give the best of his profession as an attorney.

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last January 17, 2017

Thank you so much for those kind words Toni. I think people are often mirrors of what they see and feel. You and Carlos are wonderful people and your kindness and positive attitude carried the day. Thanks for letting me be a part of it and sharing in your triumphs.

Posted by Erik | March 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Just had an oath ceremony yesterday!

I came to Jonathan about 6 years ago, was removable back then. Not going to get in any details but Jonathan and Lisa have really worked in prder to get me to where I am now. I just had an oath ceremony yesterday and this happened 6 months after Jonathan and Lisa won the case against government. This ...is huge for me, this is all I ever dreamed of and they did it!

Jonathan Dunten

Replied last March 31, 2016

Congratulations Erik. The patience, faith, and commitment you demonstrated during your darkest hour exemplifies the American "Can Do" spirit you carry within. I am proud to call you my fellow American. You did it!

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2015 | Immigration

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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