Julia Elizabeth Funke

Julia Elizabeth Funke

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at Mount Pleasant, SC
Practice Areas: Immigration, Family

75 Port City Landing, Suite 110, Mount Pleasant, SC

About Julia

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 80%

Employment Based Immigration, Including: H-1B, L Visas (L-1A/L-1B), E-2, E-3, R-1, TN, O-1, B-1, Employment GC Processing: EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-4, EB-5, PERM, I-140; AC-21/Job Porting, F-1 (CPT, OPT), DACA

11 years | 10,000 cases

80%
Family 20%

Family Based Immigration, including: K-1 Visas, I-130 Petitions, I-751 petitions, I-601 and I-601A Waivers, GC Processing, and Naturalization

11 years | 2,000 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 11 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2014

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

International Legal and Business Services Group

75 Port City Landing, Suite 110, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464

International Legal and Business Services Group LLP

802 E Woodfield Rd Ste 400, Schaumburg, IL, 60173-4713

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Julia Elizabeth Funke's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
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Posted by Sergio | August 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible support!

I had an incredible experience going through our citizenship process with Julia. She was a blessing to us and support us through the whole process. From the first consultation she was supportive, informative, attentive, and aware of every detail and situation. She provided us with helpful information... and supported us with encouragement through the process. She was willing and available to answer our questions with thoughtful depth and attention and super fast. We couldn't have done this process without Julia's help. There was honesty and clarity from the first day, and we knew that regardless of the situation, we would always have the support and help of our lawyer. I cannot recommend them enough! My wife and I will be forever thankful for the way Julia and her team supported us!

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend Julia for Immigration Cases

I feel so lucky and grateful to have found Julia Funke. She truly made such a difference in my green card journey. Before I met her, I had gone to another lawyer who wasn’t specialized in immigration, and honestly, I felt lost and unsure. But once I started working with Julia, everything became clear...er, easier, and I finally felt like I was in good hands. Julia is not just an amazing lawyer — she’s kind, patient, and truly cares about her clients. She always answered my questions so quickly, explained things in a way I could understand, and made sure I never felt alone in this process. When I was nervous or doubting myself, she gave me encouragement and helped me believe in myself. That meant so much. Today, I just received the wonderful news that my I-485 was approved! My husband and I are so happy and truly grateful for Julia’s support throughout this journey. If you’re looking for someone who is both professional and genuinely kind-hearted, I couldn’t recommend Julia enough. She’s truly the best. Thank you so much, Julia! You made a big difference in my life, and I’ll never forget it.

Posted by Jay | June 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Julia Funke is top notch!

Julia Funke is top notch! Navigating the documentation process is wildly complicated, as is finding competent legal help. We were so lucky to find Julia. She checked all of the boxes: extremely knowlegeable, very prompt in responding, and supportive with a very kind demeanor. I cannot recommend her m...ore highly. Speak with her with her regarding your immigration law questions, and you will get answers.

Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Julia is amazing

I had the pleasure of working with Julia, who demonstrated exceptional expertise in the TN process. Her guidance and support throughout the entire process were invaluable. Thanks to her assistance, the process progressed smoothly, and I was successful. I am profoundly grateful for her assistance and ...would highly recommend her to anyone seeking guidance in the TN process.

Posted by anonymous | May 9, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Attorney Julia is amazing

I have been working with Attorney Julia and had a great experience with her. She is very knowledgeable, confident and responds to all the questions. I almost gave up on my H1B Petition and lost hopes but she was very confident and I finally received approval. Without her it would have been very diffi...cult for me to obtain approval on my complicated case.I definitely recommend her for H1B petitions.

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Julia Elizabeth Funke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aiemero Leuleseged

Immigration lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mubarak Malik

Immigration lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Funke is one of the hardest working and down-to-earth attorneys I have ever met. Attorney Funke is both personable and outgoing which lends a helpful hand in discussing client needs, client communication and legal strategy. Attorney Funke and I attended The John Marshall Law School together where I was able to witness her legal mind shine. I highly endorse Attorney Funke for your immigration legal needs."

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Louise Nicole Viloria

Immigration lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Taege

Immigration lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Julia Funke is an attorney who stands out among her peers in the immigration community. Her strong work ethic and commitment to her clients has brought her to the forefront of attorneys I recommend in her field. I have sent many clients to her and her colleagues and have always received reports of complete satisfaction with the work she provides."

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Tomasz Sobieraj

Unknown lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Walgrave

Immigration lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aiemero Leuleseged

Immigration lawyer

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Louise Nicole Viloria

Immigration lawyer

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Tomasz Sobieraj

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Michael Taege

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Top 40 Immigration Lawyer Under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

Top 40 Immigration Lawyer Under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Adjunct Professor, College Of Lake County

2014 - Present

Managing Attorney, International Legal and Business Services Group LLP

2016 - 2017

Adjunct Professor of Law, The John Marshall Law School

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project

2012 - 2014

Law Clerk, International Legal and Business Services Group LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

2012 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Education

2014

John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Hearsay Review Hearsay

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

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