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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As of April 11, 2025, the Trump administration is requiring that some noncitizens must register their presence in the United States. There are criminal and civil penalties for those who willfully fail or refuse to register. The information below identifies who must register, who is not required to register, and …
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El 31 de marzo de 2025, el Juez de Distrito de EE. UU. Chen en San Francisco bloqueó temporalmente el intento de la administración Trump de revocar el Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS) para los inmigrantes venezolanos. ¿Qué significa esto? Las protecciones del TPS siguen vigentes, por ahora. El …
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Former Dallas ICE Chief Counsel, and current DMCA partner, immigration attorney Paul Hunker interviewed by NBC DFW. Retired ICE leaders tell NBC 5 Investigates the agency is not equipped to arrest, detain and deport the millions of people the Trump administration has pledged to remove From the article: The White …
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Former Dallas ICE Chief Counsel, and current DMCA partner, immigration attorney Paul Hunker provided insight into what President Trump’s immigration-related executive orders do. From the article: “These executive orders prioritize detention of noncitizens here illegally,” said immigration attorney Paul Hunker, who formerly served as Chief Counsel for Immigration and Customs Enforcement in …
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