Joanna M. Gustafson

Joanna M. Gustafson

also known as Joanna Castillo

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 16 years

Health care Lawyer Practice Areas: Health Care, Employee Benefits

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Licensed in Colorado for 16 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2009

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Joanna M. Gustafson's Reviews

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Posted by Ana | September 05, 2014

I highly recommend Joanna

Joanna is an excellent, honest, and tallented lawyer. She is always clear and very helpful. I am very happy with her services. I highly recommend her.

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Joanna M. Gustafson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Carina Jenkins

Immigration lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joanna is an excellent immigration attorney. She is professional, ethical, and cares about her clients."

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Jamie L. Cage

Immigration lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Ms. Gustafson in the area of immigration law. Ms. Gustafson served as an expert witness on a case, and her knowledge and expertise was exceptional."

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Jeffrey Wolf

Immigration lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Ms. Gustafson. I've seen her work first hand and know that she fights very hard for all of her clients."

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Tara Damhoff

Immigration lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joanna Gustafson is a highly knowledgeable immigration and criminal law attorney. If you have an immigration matter and have some sort of criminal background, I would strongly recommend consulting with Attorney Gustafson regarding your matter. She is a thorough attorney who cares about her clients and fights for their rights. She has extensive experience in both immigration and criminal law areas."

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Patricia Bowling

Immigration lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"If you'd like an experienced attorney, who isn't afraid to fight for you, choose Joanna! I have observed Joanna's work and I am very impressed with her attention to detail and knowledge of immigration law. Joanna also has an deep understanding of criminal law that helps her fight for her clients' rights. I strongly recommend Joanna for your criminal and immigration needs!"

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Eric Gold

Immigration lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Gaide

Immigration lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. When you have an immigration issue, you need Attorney Gustafson. She is a well-regarded, intelligent and considerate immigration attorney. She is a fighter and is not afraid to battle for her clients. Call her! Cuando usted tiene un problema de inmigración, es necesario Fiscal Gustafson. Ella es una abogada de inmigración bien considerado, inteligente y considerado. Ella es una luchadora y no tiene miedo de luchar por sus clientes. Llámala!"

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tyler Murray

Immigration lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joanna is my go-to referral for all immigration matters. I highly recommend her for your immigration issues."

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Kimberly Utesch

Immigration lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is thorough and compassionate and works hard to help her clients get through the maze of the legal system."

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Dagna Van Der Jagt

Immigration lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly recommend Joanna for immigration matters."

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Nazanin Barouti

Immigration lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Other

"I had the pleasure of attending law school with Attorney Gustafson. Her professionalism and dedication to serving her clients inspire all her colleagues to be better attorneys. I thank her for not only her legal expertise, but her friendship and loyalty as a trusted attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Beth Padilla

Unknown lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joanna is a knowledgeable and caring immigration and criminal law attorney. She truly cares about her clients and wants to ensure that their case reaches the best outcome possible. I recommend this lawyer."

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Culver Van Der Jagt

Immigration lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joanna is quickly becoming one of the best known immigration attorneys in this area. She does fantastic work and is absolutely passionate about getting her clients the best possible outcome in difficult times. I would especially recommend her for deportation defense cases."

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James Schneider

Immigration lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Joanna has helped me several times regarding immigration issues. I have found her advice accurate and easy to understand."

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Carina Jenkins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Wolf

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tyler Murray

Business lawyer

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Patricia Bowling

Family lawyer

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Paul Gaide

Unknown lawyer

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Kimberly Utesch

Family lawyer

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Nazanin Barouti

Unknown lawyer

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Dagna Van Der Jagt

Litigation lawyer

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Beth Padilla

Immigration lawyer

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James Schneider

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Minnesota Justice Foundation Award in Public Service, Minnesota Justice Foundation

2009

Dean's List, William Mitchell College of Law

2006

Orville Hitchcock Award, University of Iowa

2006

Dean's List, University of Iowa

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Senior Director, Compliance, Sequoia

2013 - 2016

Owner, JMG Immigration

2011 - 2013

Of Counsel, Van Der Jagt Law Firm

2009 - 2009

Judicial Law Clerk, Executive Office For Immigration Review

2008 - 2008

Immigration Law Clerk, Legal Aid Society Of Minneapolis

Associations

2013 - 2015

U Visa Working Group

Member

2011 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2009 - 2015

Colorado Bar Association

2009 - 2015

Denver Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Citizenship

Granted by USCIS.

U Visa

Granted.

Removal Defense Case

Granted by the Immigration Judge.

Self Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence based upon Spousal Abuse.

Granted by USCIS.

Expert Testimony in the area of Immigration Law

Certified as an expert witness.

Motion to Reopen after Removal

Granted and case administratively closed.

Misrepresentation Waiver

Granted.

Canadian Consular Processing

Granted by Consular Officer.

Adjustment of Status

Case Granted by Immigration Officer.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

Granted by USCIS

Cancellation of Removal for Lawful Permanent Resident

Granted by the Immigration Judge.

Naturalization

Granted by Immigration Officer.

Criminal Case

Case dismissed by the District Attorney.

Criminal Trial

Client was acquitted on all charges.

Cancellation of Removal for a Nonpermanent Resident

Cancellation of Removal and Lawful Permanent Residence Granted by the Immigration Judge.

Appeal of I-130 denial

Boad of Immigration Appeals reversed and remanded the case back to USCIS for I-130 approval.

U Visa

U Visa Granted by USCIS.

Cancellation of Removal for Lawful Permanent Resident

Cancellation of Removal Granted by the Immigration Judge.

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Education

2009

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Iowa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Colorado Bar Association, Immigration Law Committee

Immigration & Juvenile Bad Acts

Languages

English

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