Jacqueline L. Watson

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Jacqueline is a proud El Paso native and undergraduate alum of the University of Texas at El Paso, where she studied political science and Russian. She earned her J.D. at the University of Texas School of Law. Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Jacqueline has practiced immigration law in Austin since 1999 and proudly joined JLW Immigration Law Group, formerly Walker-Gates Vela, in 2016.

Jacqueline L. Watson


Jacqueline, a proud El Paso native, earned her J.D. at the University of Texas School of Law and has been practicing immigration law in Austin since 1999. She is Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has over 24 years of experience representing clients in family-based immigration, asylum, naturalization, and removal defense.

Jacqueline began her legal career with American Gateways and continues to serve her community through public service and education. She co-chairs the University of Texas CLE Immigration Law Conference and actively contributes to the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), where she has held leadership positions.

Her legal expertise has been recognized by Texas Super Lawyers and featured in media outlets like the New York Times and This American Life. Clients trust Jacqueline’s professionalism, depth of experience, and dedication to achieving the best outcomes in their immigration cases.

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At JLW Immigration Law Group, we are committed to making the American dream a reality for immigrants who call this country home. Our mission is to guide our clients through every step of the immigration process, helping them gain legal status, reunite with their families, and become U.S. citizens. We do this with passion, determination, and respect for those who help build the history of this country.


Together, we navigate your immigration journey.


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