Law Office of James Montana PLLC

02/12/2024

Our law firm has a job available for an entry-level lawyer -- new grads and career switchers more than welcome. It should go without saying - but, in this world, it doesn't! - but new attorneys are salaried, with generous benefits and plenty of freedom to practice law in a supportive setting. We practice immigration law exclusively, so Spanish is a plus. Here's our Christmas photo to show you how terrifyingly fun we are. Please message me directly if you're interested yourself or you have anyone to refer.

12/21/2023

All of the very serious lawyers at the Law Office of James Montana PLLC wish you a serene and relaxing holiday season.

02/09/2023

The hardworking team at our office. (L-R: Laura Lorenzo, James Montana, Doran Shemin, Janice Chen, Sarah Cossman)

08/18/2021

Another stellar review for our law office's first hire, Doran Shemin. "Her kindness and patience to answer all our questions is so amazing and did a fantastic job. her nonstop guidance, care and concern that helped lead to great outcome." We take pride in answering our clients' concerns and walking the road with them. Great job, Doran!

07/12/2021

I'm very pleased to say that you can now book appointments with Laura M. Lorenzo, Doran Shemin, and yours truly directly through our website. Convenient, easy, and no-fuss --- unlike most other things in life. www.jmontanalaw.com.

We advise clients on all aspects of U.S. immigration law.

05/13/2021

Our latest missive to ArlNow includes old Millenial memes. https://www.arlnow.com/2021/05/13/statutes-of-liberty-if-you-think-a-sponsor-can-get-you-a-green-card-youre-probably-confused/

02/23/2021

02/23/2021

11/16/2020

A new naturalization test is in effect for all who apply for U.S. citizenship after 12/01/2020. See here for the new list of questions. There are some new questions, but the general structure of the test has only been modified slightly.

04/02/2020

New post is up on Arlnow. It's a feel-good story for feel-good times!

The latest Statutes of Liberty discusses notario's and the impact they can have when pretending to be a lawyer.

03/19/2020

In this Immigration Explainer, Doran and I nerd out on the Attorney General's ability to act as a Bronze Age God-King of the immigration system. AG Barr, like Gilgamesh, is "supreme over other kings, lordly in appearance, he is the hero, born of Uruk, the goring wild bull..."

The latest Statutes of Liberty discusses the Attorney Generals influence regarding immigration law.

03/05/2020

A big win for Doran Shemin, written up for our friends at Arlnow:

This week's Statutes of Liberty discusses pro bono citizenship representation and one person's journey in applying for citizenship.