Helen Tarokic (formerly Jugovic) is one of North Carolina's few NC Board Certified Immigration Law Specialists.
She speaks Spanish, English and Croatian. Most of her team members are bilingual in English and Spanish; and several who speak Hindi, Gujarati, or Marathi. Her law office helps immigrants nationwide and internationally. Her Senior Associate, Katherine Haddock, is fluent in Spanish and English.
The consultation is the most important part of your case, in my opinion. It is during that time that your questions and worries are resolved, or mostly resolved, and usually people who have a case will receive a contract and checklist of items I need to begin representation (or I will send it shortly after the appointment). This saves time for all involved and helps ensure that if I am going to represent you, you actually can make a decision fairly quickly as to whether to move forward.
Quality matters. No matter who you seek as an attorney, be sure you feel the person advising you knows all about your entire history before starting a case. I can't imagine how anyone can do a 20 minute consultation and make a major life decision with so little awareness about a client's case. So that is why we do quality consultations and expect our clients to prepare with their own questions. It's worth being prepared - and saves money on the case in the long run.
If you are already an existing client or saw me in the past, be sure to tell that to my receptionist so that she knows whether this is a consultation that has a fee or not. Existing clients often do not pay consultation fees but it depends on the nature of the call or meeting that must be scheduled. So it's important to give your full name and number and explain whether you've seen me before when you call in. Looking forward to meeting you!
Remember you would not go to a doctor's office and expect not to pay a consultation fee and you would not expect a doctor to give you a diagnosis without a full examination. In the same way, our consultations are designed to give you unique advice about your specific case.
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6752 Rock Spring Road Ste 110, Wilmington, NC, 28405
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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 ...
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.
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...
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...
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 ...
"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."
"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."
"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"
"Helen is very knowledgeable when it comes to Immigration law and works very hard for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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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2011
AILA Pro bono recognition certificate, American Immigration Lawyers Association
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
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationNew Members Division Liaison
ICE Liaison
U visa certification successfully obtained
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Human trafficking: T visa seminar at UNCW
2011
UNCW - Immigration
2010
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