Alexander M. Ivakhnenko
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We represent legal interests professionally, efficiently and vigorously with traffic violations, state and federal criminal charges. We handle immigration cases and specialize in preparing asylum claims. You may reach us directly to discuss your issues without delay. Just type the name in any search to get our direct number. Rembember, it is always better to get a correct legal advice than acting without one making your matters worse.
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Licensed in Illinois for 19 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2006
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370 West Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL, 60090
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Alexander M. Ivakhnenko's Reviews
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Posted by SERGEI | September 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Very knowledgeable and professional lawyer you can trust to
Alexander Ivakhnenko successfully helped me with a very complex immigration case in a short period of time. Other agencies told me they would not be able to prepare everything so quickly, but he managed it with professionalism and efficiency. I am very satisfied with the result and highly recommend h...
Posted by Anastasiia | September 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommended Immigration Lawyer
I would like to express my gratitude to my attorney for his professionalism and dedication. My asylum case was filed later than the one-year deadline, but thanks to his knowledge and thorough preparation, it was still accepted for review. He explained every step clearly, stayed in touch, and made me ...
Posted by Yurii T | July 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended
I’m so thankful for Alexander M. Ivakhnenko and all his help with my U visa application. He guided me step by step through the entire process and made everything feel much less stressful. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, my case moved forward smoothly. I’m truly grateful for his help and prof...
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
"A true advocate for my rights"
This lawyer demonstrated great creativity in his approach to my case. He came up with innovative solutions that tipped the scales in my favor.
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Experienced and reliable attorney
Alexander is an experienced attorney who dives deep into your case and performs a thorough facts analysis. I’d recommend him as a great and reliable attorney.
Alexander M. Ivakhnenko's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer for him valuing principles of Pro Bono work, He answered thousands of questions and helped thousands of clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is excellent in practice and his legal advice reflects the same excellence."
"This is an attorney with an intellect and preparation skills far above the professional standard. He practices in two areas which often cross contaminate one another. Even for Non-citizens with permanent status here,he is one stop shopping for your beef with the State Government and again for any immigration implications. He also generous with his time and attention. He is also empathetic and expresses himself kindly. I have relatives from Chicago who are LPRs. If they got into any kind of trouble, I would quickly haul them to Alexander's door."
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"Alexander is a top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Alexander is a prominent immigration attorney in Chicago. He is a highly respected advocate and very effective for his clients. He is known for serving the Russian and Ukrainian communities. He's an asset to the profession and I highly recommend him."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Alexander is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With his extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, he is bound to invest his time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity."
"Attorney Ivakhnenko is respected by colleagues and is dedicated to the field and his clients. He is a relentless attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. He is dedicated, strategic, and compassionate. His experience makes him uniquely qualified to provide the practical advice that matters most to clients. I endorse this attorney because, in addition to those qualities, I know that he can be trusted to handle the case to the best of his ability."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Top 10 Attorney Award for the State of Illinois, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Washington, DC
2022
Ten best attorneys. Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2022
National Advocates: Top 100 Illinois Attorneys for 2019, The National Advocates
2021
2021 Best of Chicago Business Services, The Chicago Award Program
2021
Avvo Top Contributor 2021, Avvo
2019
Top rated lawyer 2019, Avvo
2019
10 Best Attorneys for Illinois Nomination, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Top rated lawyer in Illinois, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2018
National Advocates, National Advocates: Top 100 Illinois Attorneys for 2018
2018
Top Contibutor Award 2018, Avvo
2017
Selected for the membership "10 Best Attorneys in Illinois.", American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Top rated lawyer 2017, Avvo
2017
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys in Illinois, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Continental Business Leadership Network 2016, Continental Business Network
2017
National Advicates, National Advocates: Top 100 Illinois Attorneys for 2017
2017
Top 40 Criminal Defense lawyers in Illinois for 2016, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Alumni Sharing Knowledge, DePaul University
2016
National Advocates, National Advocates: Top 100 Illinois Attorneys for 2016
2016
Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Illinois, American Society of Legal Advocates
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Principal Attorney, Law Offices of Alexander Ivakhnenko
2006 - 2007
Discovery Legal Assistant, Genson & Gillespie
Associations
2018 - Present
DePaul College of Law Bauer Moot Court Competitionjudge
2016 - Present
DePaul Law Alumni Engagement BoardBoard Member, Officer
2015 - Present
DePaul Chicagoland Chapter Committeemember
2014 - Present
DePaul Alumni UniversityVolunteer Attorney
2014 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationReviewer
2013 - Present
DePaul College of Law Alumni RelationsGuest Speaker
2010 - Present
Catholic Charitiesof counsel
2007 - Present
CBA Criminal Law Committeeattending member
2007 - Present
CBA Immigration Law Committeeattending member
2007 - Present
US Federal Trial CourtAttorney
2007 - Present
US Supreme CourtAdmitted
2007 - Present
US Federal Appellate Court 7th CircuitAdmitted
2007 - Present
Cook CountyNotary Public
2005 - Present
DePaul University Alumni AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Chicago Bar Association
2018 - 2018
Election Voting CommissionElections Observer
Sample of Legal Cases
Tentative approval
Approval
Naturalization approved
Naturalization approved
Criminal charges dismissed
Case dismissed
Asylum granted to both clients in court.
Charges amended to a not CIMT offense,
LPR status granted
LPR granted
All charges were dismissed
LPR granted
Natulralization was approved.
The case was completed with a sucessful termination of the supervision.
Charges dismissed.
Case dismissed.
Charges amended. Jail time avoided
Charge amended. No conviction.
The charge was dismissed
The case was dismissed.
expundgement order was granted, arrest expunged
Case dismissed, expungment order granted
the client saved significant amount of money
Not gulity verdict.
Asylum granted
EAD granted
LPR status granted
The case was approved permitting the client to seek LPR status in the US
Case dismissed.
Not guity
U visa was submitted
Case dismissed.
Criminal case dismissed.
The U.S. Citizenship was preserved.
The client avoided a criminal conviction
LPR granted
Charge dismissed
Jail time, conviction avoided
LPR status granted
AOS granted
granted
LPR status reinstated after removal proceedings, I-551 stamp received in a foreign passport for travel.
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Charges dismissed
The LPR was readmitted
Case deferred, felony conviction avoided
LPR status granted
charge dismissed
VAWA granted
The case was approved for U.S. citizenship
The client was approved for citizenship
Charges dismissied
sucessful release of personal valuables in a forfeiture case
LPR approved, LPR card received
prosecution deferred, conviction avoided, case dismissed
The target of the criminal investigation was not criminally charged or arrested
Probation was reinstated, the client avoided prison and became eligible to expunge the case after five years.
petition to adjust pending
Case dismissed
The Court granted political asylum to Respondent.
Prison sentence avoided
the IJ adjusted Respondent to LPR upon approved AOS Petition
LPR granted
The client avoided prison and qualified for four months in the County Boot Camp program.
Respondent immediately eligible to adjust the status to the Lawful Permanent Residency in the United States
A CD Misdemeanor outcome permitted the client to avoid prison and a felony three conviction
court proceedings terminated for adjustment of status with the USCIS
Petition to remove the LPR condition unilaterally was granted
The client was granted naturalization in the U.S.
The case was dismissed with all fines and costs overturned, all vehicles returned to the owners.
Naturalization approved
After an interview at the U.S. Consulate and the review of the materials the relative was issued a five year multiple entry visa.
case dismissed, arrest eligible to expunge, car fine rescinded
Dismissed. Driving Permit granted
LPR granted
The client received Lawful Permanent Card
Case dismissed.
Successfully gained refugee status after the federal court hearing
the affirmative action admissions policy upheld
The family of four was approved for asylum
Asylum was granted to all family members.
The client's LPR status was approved with the condition removed.
The client was approved for naturalization with an oath scheduled.
The client was approved for naturalization with an oath scheduled.
LPR approved.
Education
2025
continuing legal education
2025
Continuing legal education
2005
JD
2004
U.S. Refugee law. Rome, Italy
2002
Comparative, international law. Moscow, Russia
1989
MA in Linguistics
Speaking Engagements
2019
Mentor
2016
Illinois Concealed Weapon Carry License
2016
judge
2015
judge
2015
Legal Responsibilities and Professional Negotiation for Translators and interpreters
2014
judge
2013
judicial exchange communication
2013
judge
2012
Open World Program
2012
Expert witness
2012
judge
2011
judge
2010
essay writing tutor
2010
judge
2010
Juvenile criminal aspects
2010
a lecture on practical points of criminal justice principles
2009
essay writing tutor
2009
judge
2007
Expert witness
Publications
2015
Languages
Russian
English
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