Helen L. Tarokic

Helen L. Tarokic

also known as Helen L. Jugovic

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Immigration Lawyer at Wilmington, NC
Practice Areas: Immigration

6752 Rock Spring Road Ste 110, Wilmington, NC

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 19 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2006

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Helen Tarokic Law PLLC

6752 Rock Spring Road Ste 110, Wilmington, NC, 28405

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Helen L. Tarokic's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by Niravkumar | May 26, 2014 | Immigration

One word...EXCELLENT

I was so tensed for my immigration issue. But my sister referred me to Helen, and after few sessions with her over the phone, I was relaxed and found the way. She is very knowledgeable , attentive, and she knows everything about real complicated immigration process. She helped me a lot. Though I am ...still waiting on my case, I feel like I will get success. Thank god I met her.

Helen Tarokic

Replied last May 26, 2014

That makes me so happy to hear. Thank you for your comments.

Posted by LILO patel | February 08, 2014 | Immigration

Best attorney for all your immigration needs

Best immigration attorney with a lot of experience and hard working team. I mr Patel personally recommend everybody with immigration needs to go and meet with miss Helen and her dedicated team.

Helen Tarokic

Replied last February 08, 2014

Thank you for your comments! I'm so glad we were able to help you and your family. Have a wonderful weekend!

Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2011 | Immigration

Immigration

I met her three years ago when she filed our H1/H4 visas. What I liked more about her, prompt response and empathy.What I enjoy most about being her client is that, whenever I have a question, i can quickly email it to her and she will respond right away with an honest answer. So whatever decision th...at I am about to take is up to me but I know what the consequences would be should ago astray of her legal advices.The the cherry on top was when she handled my consular processing visa after it was denied in Cape Town South Africa.It took a while but the end result was awesome!!! Thanks a lot for being there for my family .

Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2009 | Immigration

Outstanding

Helen is an amazing lawyer. She was courteous, prompt, efficient and responsive. Some background on my case so you can evaluate: I am a lawyer. (Hint: a lawyer used by other lawyers is generally an excellent choice). I had previously used 5 different lawyers before for different matters. Most were... mediocre to incompetent. I hired Helen to handle my latest matter, based largely on some recommendations. She was, bar none, the best immigration lawyer I had ever dealt with. She was quick, she understood the issues, she responded to calls, and she filed everything on time. The matter was handled superbly, surprising all involved, including myself. I cannot praise her enough. Hire her. You will be glad you did.

Posted by anonymous | June 08, 2009 | Immigration

Arthurs Immigration Problems

Helen, took up my case from another attorney and quickly assembled the facts and informed me that action was required immediately in order to prevent further complications with my Immigration Petition. Had Helen not moved as quickly as she did with my case then I would have been facing a 10 year ban ...from the US and a subsequent uphill battle to be re-united with my wife. I have at all times found Helen to be courteous, compassionate and helpful. This coupled with her extensive immigration knowledge compassion and a willingness to go one step further has been such relief when faced with the stressful side of US Immigration. I can thoroughly recommend Helen for all aspects of Immigration purposes as she has through her continuing consultation provided in depth insights to the law and it's requirements.

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Helen L. Tarokic's Lawyer Endorsements

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Olivia Farah

Immigration lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen is one of the most dedicated colleagues I’ve come across in the immigration law field. During the immigration crises in early 2017, she actively sought to do what she could to help those in need. She exceeds expectations to help her clients, stands up for their rights in the best way possible, and helps colleagues in their efforts to do the same. I believe that is what the profession is all about."

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Elizabeth Heetderks

Immigration lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen is a zealous advocate for her clients and is well respected in the legal community."

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Amanda Mason

Immigration lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Helen. I frequently refer cases to her whenever my criminal or family law clients need to file for immigration status. She is the go-to immigration attorney in Wilmington, NC."

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J. Denise Carter

Immigration lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.very well respected advocate in the legal community."

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Lisa Brenman

Immigration lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I heartily endorse Helen for her tenacity in finding every legal option available to her clients. She is always helpful to immigration attorneys in the community"

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Nicholas Loncar

Immigration lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen is very knowledgeable when it comes to Immigration law and works very hard for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Janeen Hicks Pierre

Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Helen is a wonderful attorney who works extremely hard for her clients. She has a through understanding of immigration law and advocates for her clients in a true spirit of service. Helen is very prompt with returning phone call and emails. I can't recommend her enough to people in need of an immigration attorney."

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C. Abbott

Immigration lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Jugovic provides detailed and honest postings on AVVO assisting those with immigration questions. Her comments are extermely useful to not only AVVO posters but also to attorneys in the legal community."

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David Creech

Immigration lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Helen Parsonage

Immigration lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Kimberly Spagui

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B. Ovink

Immigration lawyer

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Amanda Mason

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Elizabeth Heetderks

Immigration lawyer

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Amanda Keaveny

Immigration lawyer

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Lisa Brenman

Immigration lawyer

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Janeen Hicks Pierre

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David Creech

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

AILA Pro bono recognition certificate, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of Helen Jugovic, P.A.

2008 - 2011

Attorney, McKinney & Justice, P.A.

2006 - 2008

Law Clerk/Associate Attorney, Chapman Law Firm

2000 - 2003

Paralegal, Zulkie Partners, LLC

Associations

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

New Members Division Liaison

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Carolinas Chapter)

ICE Liaison

Sample of Legal Cases

U visa success

U visa certification successfully obtained

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Education

2006

Wake Forest University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Lake Forest College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Human trafficking

Human trafficking: T visa seminar at UNCW

2011

UNCW Out To Lunch event

UNCW - Immigration

2010

AILA National Conference

Naturalization

Publications

2017

Wilmington Business Journal Tarokic tackles immigration

2015

2008

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) The Role of the Paralegal

Languages

Croatian

English

Spanish

Gujarati

Hindi

Activity

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