Javier N. Maldonado
Immigration attorney · San Antonio, TX · Admitted Texas 2012
About this attorney
Javier N. Maldonado is an accomplished attorney based in San Antonio, Texas, dedicated to representing individuals in immigration, criminal defense, civil rights, and employment and labor law matters. With decades of legal knowledge, he defends immigrants facing deportation proceedings, assists clients in securing lawful immigration status both domestically and abroad, and champions those whose civil rights have been infringed by state or federal authorities.
Mr. Maldonado earned his Juris Doctor from Columbia University School of Law in 1995 after completing his Bachelor of Arts at Columbia University in 1990. Prior to founding the Law Office of Javier N. Maldonado, P.C. in 2006, he served as Executive Director of the Texas Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights from 2001 to 2006. His leadership in public interest advocacy extends to serving on the Board of Directors for the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) and the National Lawyers Guild's National Immigration Project.
Committed to placing clients at the center of his practice, Mr. Maldonado conducts in-depth legal analyses to craft tailored, innovative solutions for complex legal problems. Whether defending individuals accused of state and federal crimes or seeking justice for employees facing workplace discrimination and wage theft, he is recognized for zealous advocacy and exceptional client dedication.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:
Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.
Languages
Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:
Consultations
Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:
Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:
Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.
Contact
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