Eli Aragorn Echols

Eli Aragorn Echols

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Duluth, GA
Practice Areas: Immigration

3500 Duluth Park Lane, Building 300, Duluth, GA

About Eli

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

I represent clients in deportation or removal proceedings in Immigration Court, before the Board of Immigration Appeals, and in the U.S. Courts of Appeals. I also represent clients before Immigration and Customs Enforcement regarding detention and orders of supervision. And of course I represent clients seeking green cards with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, especially family cases.

17 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 20 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2005

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

Socheat Chea, P.C.

3500 Duluth Park Lane, Building 300, Duluth, GA, 30096

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Eli Aragorn Echols's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

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

Eli is The Go-To-Man

My experience with Eli on the phone was exceptional. Even though we have never met or talked on the phone prior to my calling him, he nonetheless took my call, asked the correct questions, followed up via email and was able to assist me with the information i needed from his law firm with the speed o...f a bullet. ( I request a copy of my I-707 , Notice of action) I contacted him on Friday and got the information on Monday - this is especially noteworthy because he was not involved in handling my petition which was filled long before he joined the firm . Last words: If you want action taken on your case - Eli is the go-to-man

Posted by SabinaMominAli | December 10, 2014

Excellent Immigration Attorney

Eli Echols is an excellent immigration attorney! He is very personable, honest and set's realistic expectations. He will also be forthright with information and truly cares about his clients. He is well versed in regards to navigating the complexities of immigration law. He worked through the deadlo...ck of numerous delays in bringing my husband back to the US. Most attorney would not even consider our case due to the complicated nature, it took Eli diligent determination! He is my miracle worker and I would very highly recommend him to anyone! Thank you Eli for reuniting my family!

Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2014

Tremendous Immigration Lawyer

Eli, successfully, lead me through a very difficult immigration process. Two other immigration attorneys told me that citizenship would be unlikely, but were still willing to accept my case and money, but without a clear plan. When Eli's firm accepted my case, they explained the potential pitfall, ...but were able to articulate a clear plan. I was naturalized two months ago. During the entire process, I commended Eli on his efforts and progress. Based on that alone, I was recommending him to others in need of an immigration attorney.

Posted by Bri | December 4, 2014

Very Knowledgable and honest with complicated Immigration cases

Eli Echols helped my husband and I with a very complicated immigration case. He was optimistic but very honest in explaining the possible results and outcome of the case. In our case Eli explained the consequences of having a aggravated felony and the immigration stance on the issue. Yet, he knew tha...t we were qualified for a 212h waiver once he reviewed our case thoroughly. Eli was very realistic with pointing out that it was a very discretional waiver and that he and the firm would do everything possible to help persuade the judge. He was very thorough/knowledgeable and helpful with gathering the information needed to help our case. Eli visited regularly with my husband and kept him encouraged and updated him with with everything pertaining to the case. He fought until the end for my husband and it ended with a victory in our behalf!! We are so thankful to Eli and his firm for all that they did!! Thank you Eli!!

Posted by Bridgetta | January 2, 2013

You can't go wrong with ELI!!!

Socheat Chea and his team are more than exceptional. My husbands case started in August 2009 and didn't finish until May 2012 and this group of lawyers made the journey less stressful by basically taking care of everything except personal paperwork that we were responsible for gathering. Socheat was ...the lawyer that we spoke to initially, but Eli and Tracey are the two that carried us through to the end. I read one review that stated how attentive Socheat is until he's paid and I see why how that person came to that conclusion, but I disagree. I think he evaluates and excepts the cases and after he and his team set a plan to attack and win, the responsibilities are passed to the next appropriate lawyer! This is a very knowledgable group of lawyers who I believe cares for their clients and the outcome of their cases. If I EVER need any legal help with immigration. This is the ONLY law office I'll call! Also a special thanks to Eli for carrying us through all of our stressful court hearings including trail! I couldn't think of any other way to so my appreciation so I figured a testimony would do! Thanks again man and may your 2013 be full of accomplishments!

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Eli Aragorn Echols's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hiba Ghalib

Immigration lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Eli for several years, he is a well-known figure in the immigration law community, and he has developed a reputation for caring and quality representation of his clients. He is deeply devoted to helping those immigrants who are most in need."

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Michael Urbina-Pabon

Immigration lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for his knowledge and passion for the practice. Excellent litigator with exceptional results. He is very passionate and cares greatly for the success of his clients."

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Julio Moreno

Immigration lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Asheesh Sharma

Immigration lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Eli is a great attorney who genuinely cares for his clients and is highly respected in the immigration bar. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. I highly endorse him as a competent immigration lawyer."

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Tracie Morgan

Immigration lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Eli and I worked together for over four years and I can't say enough kind things about him. He is intelligent, thoughtful, and honest. He's also a genuinely nice person. Anyone would be fortunate to have him as their attorney."

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Rebeca Salmon

Immigration lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eli is not only a great attorney, he is a genuinely great person. He is always willing to roll up his sleeves and help whomever needs it, and always with a smile. I highly recommend Eli Echols!"

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Lino Rodriguez

Immigration lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eli is a great attorney. He is well versed in the law. Most importantly, Eli genuinely cares for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Acker

Immigration lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Along with Socheat Chea and Joe Rosen, Eli is one of the most knowledgeable and helpful immigration attorneys I know. He is outstanding when is comes to immigration related appeals. Clients whose hopes rest on winning their case on appeal to the BIA and 11th Federal Circuit would be wise to talk to Eli."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Mentor of the Year 2012, Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Senior Associate, Socheat Chea, PC

2008 - Present

Associate, Socheat Chea, P.C.

2007 - 2008

Temporary Associate, The Fogle Law Firm

2005 - 2007

Staff Attorney, United Stated Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Associations

2008 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Atlanta chapter)

Member

2008 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Appellate Practice Section

Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Detained Green Card Holder with Criminal Record

Cancellation of removal granted.

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Education

2004

Boston University School of Law

law

2000

Bryn Athyn College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

YLD Criminal Committee CLE

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

2012

Fort Stewart JAG Training with AILA

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

2012

Atlanta Bar Association, March Madness: The Asylum Project

Fundamentals of Asylum

2011

JAG Attorney Training and Pro Bono consultations

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

2011

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions Seminar

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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