Attorney Sofia Avilova graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science minoring in philosophy. After she completed her undergraduate studies, Ms. Avilova worked at a non-profit organization as a Community Care Program supervisor working with the Illinois Department on Aging.
In 2008, Ms. Avilova graduated from Michigan State University School of Law (“MSU Law”). While at MSU Law, she was a Note and Comment Editor for the MSU Law’s Journal of International Law.
Ms. Avilova’s passion for immigration law stems from her own experience in navigating the U.S. immigration system. Since 2008, Ms. Avilova successfully represented clients before the United States Departments of Homeland Security, Justice and State. Ms. Avilova has experience in working on a variety of immigration matters including, but not limited to: asylum, removal defense, family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, and naturalization. She has extensive experience with Waivers of Inadmissibility.
In addition to immigration, Ms. Avilova has a general practice where she handled domestic relations cases, real estate closings, and contract review.
Ms. Avilova is fluent in English, Russian and Assyrian.
Practice areas
Family based immigration | Naturalization | H-1B, PERM, TN, E2, etc | Green card | Removal defense | DACA | Waivers of inadmissibility | Humanitarian based relief | CBP related issues | I-9 compliance | Appeals | Call now for a case evaluation.
Let Attorney Avilova know of your asylum case today. Call today at 773.245.0639 for a serious case evaluation.
Employment based immigration, along with all the intricacies that can mean for you and your business. Attorney Avilova is a knowledgeable employment & business lawyer when it comes to immigration law.
Family law is often intertwined with immigration law. Attorney Avilova is capable in helping you with your family based immigration issues, including marriage, divorce, child agreements, and more. Give her a call today to discuss your situation.
Attorney Avilova is experienced in contract and agreements review and dispute situations. For more information, call her today!
Languages spoken
Russian, Hindi
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2008 | 06/12/2022 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Law Office of Sofia Avilova | 2013 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State Journal of International Law | Attaining Democracy in Georgia, Using Mediation to Rescue Georgia's Democratic Transformation | 2009 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
| University of Illinois, Chicago | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
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