Atty. John Lawit
John W. Lawit is an attorney in Irving, Texas, where he practices immigration law with Lawit Law Firm.
Business Immigration & More Attorney · Serving Irving, TX · 48+ Years Experience
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About John Lawit at a Glance
John Lawit is an Attorney based in Irving, Texas, practicing at John W. Lawit, L.L.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on green cards, citizenship, deportation, asylum, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978), New Mexico New Mexico District Court (1980), Texas (1992), and Canadian Bar Association Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (2010). Educated at University of New Hampshire School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of New Mexico (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico State Bar of Texas Canadian Bar Association, American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Irving, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Lawit
- John W. Lawit is an attorney in Irving, Texas, where he practices immigration law with Lawit Law Firm
- He has been devoted to the field for more than 30 years, and he represents the firm’s clients before DHS and consulates throughout the world
- He has contributed extensively to the field of immigration law, authoring New Mexico’s Immigration and Nationality Law Practice Act as well as serving on the New Mexico Border Commission
- After graduating with honors with a B.A. from the University of New Mexico, Mr. Lawit earned his J.D. from the University of New Hampshire School of Law
- From 1983 to 1988, he taught immigration law at the University of New Mexico School of Law and Texas Tech
- School of Law as an adjunct professor
- He was appointed to be a U.S. immigration judge
- Mr. Lawit is admitted to practice in Texas, New Mexico and Pennsylvania, and he is also a member of the Canadian Bar Association
- Mr. Lawit has chaired the Immigration Law Section of the State Bar of New Mexico and is active in establishing the Immigration Section of the Dallas Bar Association
- John is also a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee
- He has served on the board of the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico and, In 2009, he joined the Law Society of British Columbia as a foreign legal consultant
- Mr. Lawit gives his time to several internationally oriented community organizations, including North Texas Human Rights Initiative (HRI), Healing the Children and the Institute for Spanish Arts
- He has won awards for providing immigration assistance to Catholic Social Services and Jewish Family Services of New Mexico in Albuquerque
- A frequent speaker at immigration law conferences, Mr. Lawit has received an AV Preeminent* peer review rating through Martindale-Hubbell and is also listed in Best Lawyers in America.**Listed in: Who's Who in American Law, 1994-Present Editions
- Best Lawyers in America, 1992-Present
- Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, 2000-Present
- Southwest Super Lawyers 2008
- Author numerous articles regarding immigration law
- Adjunct Professor, Immigration and Nationality Law, University of New Mexico School of Law, Albuquerque, NM, Fall 1983, Spring 1984, Spring 1988
- Appointed Honorary Consultant Attorney, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Mexico 1983
- Frequent Speaker and Seminar Presenter concerning immigration issues
- Legal Counsel, UNM
- NMSU
- Sandia National Laboratories
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
- Eclipse Aviation
Practice Areas Explained
John Lawit's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Lawit handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Irving.
Green Cards / Permanent Residency in Irving
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Citizenship & Naturalization in Irving
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Deportation & Removal Defense in Irving
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Asylum & Refugee in Irving
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Immigration Law in Irving
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Irving
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 Irving 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 venue, 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.
Irving Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Irving-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Irving Choose John Lawit
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Lawit's practice in the field of green cards, citizenship, deportation, asylum, and immigration.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Lawit brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, New Mexico New Mexico District Court, and Texas, John Lawit can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering green cards, citizenship, and deportation, John Lawit can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Irving
A Irving-based practice means John Lawit attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John Lawit Handles in Irving
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Lawit directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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