Atty. Harry J. Joe

Atty. Harry J. Joe

Harry Joe ’s clients receive the benefit of over forty years of experience in immigration and nationality law. For corporate clients, Harry provides support and advice in nonimmigrant visa matters, permanent residence filings, immigration-related corporate compliance issues, due diligence review, and immigration program development.

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Profile Summary

About Harry J. Joe at a glance

Harry J. Joe is a immigration attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at JMA Firm PLLC. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas and Texas, Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Educated at Washington University in St. Louis (J.D., 1975) and University of North Texas (BA, 1970). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine, 2003 to present (2026). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Harry Joe’s clients receive the benefit of over forty years of experience in immigration and nationality law
  • For corporate clients, Harry provides support and advice in nonimmigrant visa matters, permanent residence filings, immigration-related corporate compliance issues, due diligence review, and immigration program development
  • Harry also represents employers in Worksite Enforcement proceedings under IRCA, and in litigation in the United States Immigration Courts, Board of Immigration Appeals, and Federal District Courts and Court of Appeals
  • In addition, he appears before the United States Department of Homeland Security, United States Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs and at U.S
  • Consuls around the world, and the United States Department of Labor and its Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals
  • He also brings to bear his considerable experience in assisting US citizen and permanent resident clients seeking to file petitions on behalf of family members
  • Harry is a Founding Member of JMO Firm, PLLC and is Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has been since 1980
  • He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas and his Juris Doctorate Degree from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis
  • Harry has written and presented extensively on immigration law and is a nationally known speaker

Practice Areas Explained

Harry J. Joe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Harry J. Joe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Harry J. Joe

Where is Harry J. Joe's law office located?
Harry J. Joe's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is JMA Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Harry J. Joe handle?
Harry J. Joe focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Harry J. Joe go to law school?
Harry J. Joe earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (BA, 1970).
How can I contact Harry J. Joe for a consultation?
You can contact Harry J. Joe directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Harry J. Joe received?
Harry J. Joe's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine, 2003 to present; Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Martindale Hubbell, 1982 to present; Best Lawyers in America — International Who's Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Washington University in St. Louis
- 1975
BA
University of North Texas
- 1970

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine, 2003 to present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Martindale Hubbell, 1982 to present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — International Who's Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: Corporate Immigration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Distinguished Law Alumni Award, Washington University School of Law, 2004
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas
Texas, Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

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