John Nechman

John Nechman is a partner at Katine Nechman McLaurin LLP in Houston, Texas, where he focuses on immigration law. An accomplished advocate, he is known for handling complex asylum cases and protecting individuals facing persecution in their home countries. Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation for addressing challenging immigration matters and has been a leader in legal organizations at the national, state, and local levels. His work extends to speaking engagements on immigration, business, human rights, and GLBT/HIV-related legal issues, as well as providing legal education in the community.

Nechman earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law-Houston. He also holds a B.A. in Spanish and International Business from the University of Texas at Austin and an associate degree in Latin Art and Literature from Universidad Autónoma de México in Mexico City. His academic background and language skills have enhanced his ability to represent clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Since the start of his legal career, John Nechman has built a reputation as a dedicated immigration attorney and human rights advocate. He has handled complex, high-stakes immigration cases, fiercely defending the rights and freedoms of his clients. As an adjunct professor at South Texas College of Law Houston and the University of Houston Law Center, Nechman has taught cutting-edge courses including “Sexual Orientation and the Law” and “HIV and the Law,” helping shape the next generation of LGBTQ+ and public interest lawyers. His leadership experience includes serving as chair and president of prominent national organizations such as Immigration Equality and the National LGBT Bar Association.

In addition to private practice, Nechman serves as a cooperating attorney with the Consulado de México in Houston, providing legal assistance to the city’s large Mexican community. His dedication to advocacy has earned him numerous awards, recognizing his excellence in legal service and commitment to equality.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Katine Nechman McLaurin LLP
• Member, Texas State Bar
• Board Member, Immigration Equality (2002-2006)
• Co-Chair, Immigration Equality (2004-2006)
• Co-Chair, National Lesbian and Gay Law Association (2003-2004)
• Board Member, National Lesbian and Gay Law Association (2000-2004)
• Cooperating Attorney, National Center for Lesbian Rights (2002-present)
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (2000-present)
• Member, Asian American Bar Association (2007-present)
• Chair, Texas State Bar, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identification Issues Section (2002-2003)
• Member, Stonewall Law Assoc. of Greater Houston (1996-present)
• Member, Houston Bar Association (2000-present)

Licensed State

• Washington, D.C.

Education

• South Texas College of Law Houston
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Texas
  BA in Spanish/Business
• National Autonomous University of Mexico
  Associate Degree in Latin Art/Literature

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