When USCIS wrongly denied our client’s application for a Certificate of Citizenship, the result was deeply unfair. Our client had every right to recognition as a U.S. citizen, yet the government’s denial stood in the way. We brought the case to federal court. Unfortunately, the district court dismissed it, ruling …
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We’re proud to feature the recent commentary by Paul Hunker, Partner at DMCA and former Dallas ICE Chief Counsel, published in The Dallas Morning News on August 7, 2025. In his op-ed, Paul examines significant shifts in U.S. immigration enforcement policies and the potential legal implications for immigrants, families, and …
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At DMCA (De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz), we remain committed to standing up for justice, due process, and the rights of immigrants who call this country home. A recent article from The Washington Post outlines a concerning development: a new directive issued by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that would …
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We are proud to share that De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP (DMCA) has been recognized in the 2025 Chambers USA Guide for excellence in Immigration Law. This prestigious honor is awarded based on independent research and direct client feedback, and highlights law firms that consistently demonstrate outstanding legal expertise …
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Celebrating a Major Milestone: Alejandra Martinez Named Partner at DMCA We are proud to announce that Alejandra Martinez has been named Partner at DMCA – De Mott, Curtright and Armendáriz, LLP. Alejandra’s journey with the firm began in 2017, when she joined DMCA as a law clerk while studying at …
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We are thrilled to share the incredible news – Carlos Zurita has officially received his visa approval and will soon reunite with his family in the U.S. Carlos’s journey, featured in Newsweek and KSAT, highlights the challenges immigrants face when navigating the legal immigration system. After traveling to Mexico for …
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En una reciente participación en un segmento con Telemundo 60, el abogado Paul Hunker — quien anteriormente sirvió como abogado principal del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE)— ofreció un análisis crucial sobre la práctica de detener migrantes durante sus audiencias en las cortes de inmigración. Ver Segmento …
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Yesterday, ICE officers were present at the San Antonio immigration court and detained some immigrants who appeared for their scheduled court hearings before an immigration judge. It is important to emphasize that ICE is targeting a specific group of noncitizens. The majority of individuals attending court hearings are not being …
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Immigration Attorney Paul Hunker was recently featured in an article by Catholic News Agency exploring the question: Can Pope Leo XIV keep his American citizenship as Pope? From the article: “I think unless he comes forward and says, ‘I have the intention of relinquishing my U.S. nationality,’ then he is …
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Immigration Attorney Paul Hunker, former Chief Counsel for ICE in Dallas and current partner at DMCA, LLP, talks to CBS News about the issue of overwhelmed immigration courts. With over two decades of experience, Paul offers unparalleled insights into: ✔️ Federal litigation✔️ Asylum✔️ Removal defense✔️ ICE audits Now serving clients …
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Recent headlines have highlighted a new immigration proposal introduced by the Trump Administration: a $1,000 incentive for undocumented immigrants who voluntarily self-deport. This idea has raised a number of questions—many of which were addressed in a recent news segment featuring DMCA’s managing partner, Lance Curtright, based in San Antonio. In …
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We are proud to share that DMCA partner, Paul Hunker, was recently featured in The Atlantic’s in-depth article on the evolving landscape of U.S. immigration enforcement. Drawing from his extensive experience as ICE’s former lead attorney in Dallas, Paul provides valuable insights into the potential impacts of proposed funding increases …
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