Immigration Solutions
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Since 1976.
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About Us
IMMIGRATION ATTORNEYS
SINCE 1976
We Believe In The Work We Do
And The People We Serve.
Since 1976, De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP (DMCA) has provided attorney-led immigration representation to individuals, families, employers, and organizations across the United States. Our attorneys handle every stage of the immigration process, from family- and employment-based immigration to deportation defense, humanitarian relief, naturalization, and federal immigration litigation.
The DMCA Method combines strategic legal planning, personalized representation, and decades of immigration law experience to develop solutions tailored to each client’s goals. Rather than simply preparing applications, our attorneys guide clients through every phase of their case with clear legal strategy and ongoing advocacy.
Our team includes multiple attorneys who are Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction earned by fewer than 1% of Texas attorneys. We also bring the perspective of a former ICE Chief Counsel, providing valuable insight into government policies, enforcement practices, and complex immigration proceedings.
Whether you are seeking a green card, employment visa, citizenship, protection from removal, or representation in federal court, DMCA delivers experienced, attorney-led legal solutions designed to protect your future and achieve lasting results.
Client Reviews
Support When It Matters Most
Nikola
I cannot thank DMCA enough for helping me through one of the most stressful periods of my life. After receiving a USCIS Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) on my Adjustment of Status case, I consulted with multiple immigration attorneys. The overwhelming feedback I received was that my case faced significant challenges and that I…
Bernice
Where can I begin , when you first search for an attorney in hopes to fulfill a long life dream of becoming a permanent resident, it is crucial to make sure you do your research and consult with the correct firm. Monica Saenz is my husbands attorney and I am more than grateful to have…
Ryam
Amy, Noemi, and the team at De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz were excellent to work with. They were knowledgeable, responsive, and guided us through a complicated immigration process with professionalism and attention to detail. We always felt well-informed and supported, and their advice was instrumental in achieving a successful outcome. We are very grateful for…
Yuridia
We are very happy with everything they did for us! Monica Saenz was always there to help us with everything no matter what it was! Very responsive and on top of things throughout all of our process. Husband had his interview this month and everything went smoothly and he was approved! It definitely does matter…
Ana
Great team! Thank you Noemí and Kendra for always answering my questions. Always giving enough information to my concerns! Thank y’all! They are a great legal team.
Tom
Everything you could hope for from an Immigration Attorney! Linda and Eleni were excellent on helping me through the process. Amy Thomas was incredible with her support. She took the time to explain and really went above and beyond to help me understand each stage of the process. Very responsive and helpful! Highly recommend!
Norma
Quiero tomarme el tiempo para recomendar esta firma de abogados muy profesionales el abogado Justin Tullius hizo un excelente trabajo en mi caso a demás que siempre se mostró muy humano y con mucha empatía com migo y mi familia por qué tuve un caso difícil y también quiero mencionar a su asistente Enrique Contreras…
Lupita
Yo Maria Antonia Licea Sanchez y Mi Familia, le damos gracias DMCA especialmente a Emma Farmer y mi abogada Monica Saenz por su gran trabajo y esfuerzo que hicieron mi proceso mas fácil y gracias a ellos hoy salgo de las sombras. Se los recomiendo al 100%, Siempre atentos cuando tenemos preguntas nos dan la…
Angie M.
They have been great the entire process!! Just wanted to update my review and thank y’all again for everything!!! The process takes time, but it’s definitely worth it, and I appreciate the way you always took time to answer all my questions and guide us through the process!!
Lesley L.
Total help, everything was step by step… endless thanks to lawyer Monica and her assistant Angela… attentive to the case at all times… They guided us perfectly… Highly recommended…
Meet the Team Behind Every Immigration Success Story
Lance Curtright
managing partner
David Antón Armendáriz
Partner
Marisol L. Pérez
Partner
Paul B. Hunker
partner
Monica N. Saenz
PARTNER
Claudia Baellow
PARTNER
Alejandra Martinez
PARTNER
Kathrine ‘Kat’ Russell
Attorney
Amy Thomas
Senior Attorney
Robert A. Jimenez
Attorney
Justin Tullius
Attorney
Evelyn Galvan
Attorney
Brisa Gadea
Attorney
Grethel Villarreal
Attorney
Daphne Barrera
Attorney
Abbey Lanzarin
Attorney
Joseph De Mott
RETIRED
The DMCA Method:
Attorney-Led.
Client-Focused.
Results-Driven.
Attorney-Led Consultation
Every case begins with a consultation led by an experienced immigration attorney who evaluates your circumstances and develops a strategy tailored to your goals.
Strategy-Driven Planning
Backed by more than 170 years of combined experience, five Board Certified Immigration attorneys, and a former ICE Chief Counsel, our attorneys collaborate to develop thoughtful legal strategies for every case.
Dedicated Legal Team
Your attorney is supported by a dedicated legal team that prepares filings, manages deadlines, and executes your case with precision all under attorney direction.
Attorney-Led Representation
From USCIS and U.S. Consulates to Immigration Court and Federal Court, your attorney remains actively involved, providing strategic guidance and advocacy throughout your case.
Communication & Oversight
Every filing is reviewed under attorney supervision, and your legal team keeps you informed with clear communication from start to finish.
The DMCA Method
Attorney-led representation from strategy to resolution.
1
Consult with an Attorney
Review your case and develop a strategy.
2
Execute the Strategy
An attorney represents you every step of the way.
3
Attorney-Led Representation
We prepare and build your case.
Success Stories
RESULTS THAT CHANGE LIVES
RESIDENCY AND CITIZENSHIP ACQUIRED
After expending significant resources on other counsel, our client sought representation from DMCA. We were able to effectively move her case forward, significantly reducing a projected 10-year waiver period to just a few months. This efficiency enabled her to gain residency promptly. Following this success, the firm further…
CITIZENSHIP ATTAINED
Our client had nearly given up hope on their citizenship dreams before reaching out to DMCA. After a long process and continued, focused efforts from our counsel, our client obtained U.S. citizenship and is now able to enjoy life with a secure status in the United States.
BARS TO RESIDENCY REMOVED
Our firm was able to successfully reopen past cases and remove criminal charges from our client’s record, which had previously acted as a permanent bar to pursuing residency. By addressing these past legal issues, we ensured that his history no longer hinders his future, effectively opening the path…
SUCCESS IN CHALLENGING CITIZENSHIP CASE
After an immigration journey spanning eleven years, we helped our client finally achieve U.S. citizenship. This result was made possible by our firm’s willingness to accept his challenging case that other legal professionals had previously declined to take on.
PERMANENT RESIDENCY OBTAINED
Our firm assisted a client in helping her husband attain permanent residency. With clear guidance and consistent communication throughout the procedure, we helped ensure a successful outcome, greater stability, and new opportunities for the entire family.
DISMISSAL OF REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS
Our team represented our client in removal proceedings and successfully resolved a seven-year delay caused by ineffective prior counsel. We were able to secure a dismissal of the proceedings within four months, allowing our client to remain in the United States without the threat of deportation.
CITIZENSHIP ACQUIRED
We supported our client throughout his entire immigration journey, a process that culminated in his acquisition of U.S. citizenship. Our team at DMCA played a crucial role in this success, including accompanying the client to his naturalization interview. Our client is now free to engage all the rights…
GREEN CARD ACQUIRED
Our team provided guidance, communication, and unwavering support from the initial document submission through the visa interview and approval, enabling our client to successfully obtain his green card. Having achieved his goal of permanent residency, our client intends to return to the firm for assistance with his future…
