Jakub Szlaga

Jakub Szlaga

4.8
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 12 years

Immigration Lawyer at Plymouth, MI
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, Family

45209 Helm St., Plymouth, MI

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 12 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2013

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Law Offices of Jakub Szlaga, PLC

45209 Helm St., Plymouth, MI, 48170

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Jakub Szlaga's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding

Jakub is an outstanding attorney who guided us through the entire fiancé visa process with professionalism and care. Our case had some unique challenges — including having to schedule the interview in a different country and responding to a Request for Evidence (RFE) — but Jakub supported us every st...ep of the way. He explained everything clearly, prepared us thoroughly for the interview, and was always responsive to our calls and emails. After our wedding, he continued to assist us with the green card process, ensuring everything went smoothly. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, we were approved without any issues. We’re incredibly grateful for his help and highly recommend him.

Posted by Phillip | December 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional, informative, and compassionate attorney!

My wife and I were recommended Jakub Szlaga from a family friend while we went through the green card application process. We had the usual worries and stresses that go along with immigration. Jakub was patient, diligent, and guided us along through all the paperwork and requirements. In addition to ...his wealth of knowledge of the inner-workings of the immigration systems, Jakub genuinely cares, and his passion shows. He really was dedicated to helping us and was very patient with our constant questions and worries. We could not have imagined a better person to assist us in this step of our lives. We are very grateful, and my wife is now a green card holder!

Posted by Emily | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I could not have asked for a better experience.

Jakub handled my husband’s application for immigration to the United States. With something as stressful as immigration, he made the process as simple as possible. He is extremely well organized and provided us with examples for every document that was required. Any time I would call, text, or e-m...ail with a question, he would get back to me within less than 24 hours, even on weekends. His knowledge of the immigration process was clear as demonstrated by his ability to answer any question or calm any nerves instantly. I am so grateful for his assistance in the process and will have him handle any further immigration needs as they may arise.

Posted by Deepti | December 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The Best Immigration Attorney

Jakub Szlaga is an amazing and extremely professional Attorney. At our first meeting, he outlined the entire immigration process and helped us to be prepared thoroughly and completely for the marriage based green card interview process. He made sure we had the appropriate documents and explained ever...ything clearly. He is very knowledgeable on immigration law and handled our case smoothly and quickly. The entire process took only 4 months after our marriage. He is sincere, honest and always been very professional in answering our concerns and prompt in responding to our emails. He always made himself available to meet in person. He accompanied us for our green card interview and gave us a much needed peace of mind. I received my green card on the spot of the interview. Choosing Jakub as our attorney was one of the best decisions we have ever made! Thank you Jakub for the great service! We are grateful for the hard work, effort, and commitment we received from the Law Offices of Jakub Szlaga! We would highly recommend Jakub as your potential Immigration Attorney!

Posted by Stefanija | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Woderful experience

We hired this lawyer for changing our visa status and getting into college in the US. For a foreigners it was extremely difficult but he did an excellent job with our case and very professionally. He is a great person abd very noble. Everything turned out great and i definitely recommend him for any ...immigration problem you are facing. He is also very prepared and he is doing his job extraordinary. Keep up the great work!!!

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Philip DeLoach

Immigration lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jakub is my first choice for immigration referrals. His knowledge of immigration law is vast, and astute. His professionalism is top-rate. All of my client referrals who hired Jakub for their immigration matters are completely satisfied. Jakub is my go-to colleague for any questions regarding immigration law, because I know his answers will be complete, and thorough. His well-rounded personality, and continual ability to successfully aid people from many different backgrounds, sets him apart from practitioners in his already specialized field."

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Richard AlAziz

General practice lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Friend

"There are not enough wonderful things that can be said about Jakub as an attorney, a friend and a person. Not only am I friends with Jakub, but we have worked together on immigration matters. We have also assisted each other with real estate and deed issues for respective clients. Jakub is best known for being highly skilled at navigating immigration matters, but is also an attorney that can handle most matters due to his hard work ethic and ability to research. Jakub is a consummate "learner," that always wants to know more to better represent his clients. Jakub's most important traits are his compassion for his clients and his dedication to assisting them. I highly recommend Mr. Szlaga's legal services."

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Timothy Klisz

Immigration lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jakub is my go to Immigration Lawyer when I run into issues in my criminal law practice. Great insight and I would certainly refer a friend or family member to Jakub for immigration issues."

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Samuel Bennett

Immigration lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jakub is well-versed in immigration law and will do everything he can for his clients. He's passionate about his work and top of all that, he's a good man. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Milica Filipovic

Immigration lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jakub Szlaga is a former employee of the firm that I currently work for. He is well respected, well liked and a great advocate for his clients."

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Lukasz Sikorski

Immigration lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

VA Accreditation, Veterans Affairs Accreditation

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney at Law, Phelps & Szlaga Attorneys at Law, PLC

2012 - 2013

Research Assistant, Wayne County Corporation Counsel

Associations

2018 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Livonia Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

Immigration Law

Immigration Law

Publications

Languages

Spanish

Polish

English

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