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Jessica L. Yanez
also known as Jessica Yanez, Jessica Bowman Yanez
About Jessica
Biography
I am a Board Certified Immigration Law Specialist dedicated to assisting immigrants and their families with many types of immigration matters including asylum, family-based green card cases, naturalization, DACA, U visas, VAWA, SIJS, and removal defense, amongst others.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 14 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2011
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Posted by Tina louise boggs juarez Maradiaga sigmon | January 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
Ruined my family and children's lives
Jessica helped my ex husband get Asylum, by having him to lie, and she coached him on how to leave and take everything even my clothes , home my inheritance and my name, my children, by using the NCDHHS system to pay for it.
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Posted by Emmanuel | October 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Application for Asylum
In addition to attorney Jessica's wealth of experience and expertise in immigration law, she works with her HEART. This is what distinguished her from other attorneys I have ever encountered. When I was her client, she treated my wife and I with respect. She is a wonderful listener and an honest pers...
Posted by Aeriel & Daniel | September 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Willing to go the extra mile
Jessica Yanez was the best lawyer one could have. We have been working with her for over 2 years on my husband's immigration case. We have been through many challenges and she was there every step of the way. Whenever we had any concerns she quickly responded by email. We could also reach her by phon...
Posted by Gregory | January 26, 2015 | Immigration
Great experience.
Handled family-based immigration matter. Very responsive; clear and patient in explanations; honest and transparent in fee discussions and arrangements. Jessica brings legal skill and experience but also empathy, patience, and a commitment to customer service -- a rare set of qualities among lawyer...
Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2014 | Immigration
Very helpful, kind and a trustworthy professional Attorney
Attorney Ms Jessica is very astute in complicated immigration matter. Her perfect reply to USCIS query helped me became US Citizen. I will always recommend her to anyone having complex immigration matter.
Jessica L. Yanez's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jessica is one of the best immigration attorneys in the area. She is diligent, professional, and cares deeply for her clients. I highly endorse her."
"Jessica and her team at Yanez Immigration Law work together tirelessly to make sure their clients received the best possible legal assistance. Jessica is extremely knowledgable in Immigration law and cares deeply about each of her clients. As a fellow attorney in the community I feel utterly confident in referring people to her office and I am appreciative of her insights and experience in her legal field."
"I endorse Jessica Yanez 100%. Jessica has an expertise in Immigration Law like no other. Often, I come to Jessica for her expertise in Immigration matters. She truly fights and advocates for her clients. I highly recommend Attorney Yanez."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"If you are contemplating hiring an immigration attorney, stop searching and hire Jessica. I have known Jessica since she was an immigration paralegal before law school. I can attest that Jessica goes above and beyond to advocate for each and every client as an individual. She is also one of the kindest people you will ever meet. It is rare to find an attorney who is both a brilliant legal mind and has a heart of gold. I give her my highest recommendation."
"Jessica Yanez is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced Immigration attorney. She truly cares about her clients and their families."
"Jessica is an excellent immigration attorney. She cares very deeply for her clients, is extremely thorough with her analyses, and finds creative ways to help even the most difficult cases. We are always very comfortable referring cases to her firm as we know our clients will be well taken care of."
"Jessica is a dedicated and hardworking attorney. I highly endorse her."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Student Excellence Award for Spanish, University of North Carolina Greensboro
2011
Outstanding Spanish Major Award, University of North Carolina, Greensboro
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Immigration Law, Elon University School of Law
2012 - Present
Immigration Attorney, Yanez Immigration Law
2011 - 2012
Associate Immigration Attorney, Chapman Law Firm
2010 - 2011
Immigration Law Clerk, Chapman Law Firm
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, McKinney and Justice
Associations
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
SIJS Status Provides a New Life for a Young Woman from Central America
Approved
Education
2011
Elon University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
University of North Carolina, Greensboro
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
UNCG Entrepreneur Day
An Immigration Attorney and Entrepreneur
2016
Pro Bono Day
Pro Bono Representation
2016
Building Community Networks: In Support of Women & Children from Central America Seeking Asylum in NC
True Tales of Winning Asylum Cases
2016
AILA Carolinas Immigration Paralegal Conference
Role of the Immigration Paralegal in Asylum and Removal Proceedings
2013
AILA Carolinas Chapter Meeting
I-601A Waivers and Consular Processing
2012
Conference on International Law
Immigration Law
Publications
2014
Mia (Spanish Language Magazine)
Todo lo que queria saber sobre la Visa U
2013
Elon Law Review
From Asylum to VAWA: How U.S. Immigration Laws Can Protect Victims of Domestic Violence
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I go ahead and adjust the status of my husband before tax season?
21 Dec 2017
Q&A
Not receive my receipt notice form USCIS after a month?
21 Dec 2017
Q&A
Why I see "Validation Error" in USCIS My Case Status site after 3 months of my application received and finger prints taken
20 Dec 2017