Contact us at 773-562-8602 to schedule a legal consultation. We use encrypted technology for remote communication online and personal meetings by appointment. We analyze, prepare, and submit immigration cases, TPS, handle immigration issues such as adjustment of status and humanitarian parole. We defend people facing state and federal criminal charges. We developed effective strategy and approach to handle criminal and immigration cases successfully. We offer valuable federal and state court experience, motion and procedural knowledge and analytical skills to research a case and use most optimal legal tachtics under the circumstances. We serve justice, protect human rights, and handle clients' needs professionally. We we aim to reshape laws to keep the U.S. legal system fair, balanced and equitable for all people regardless of gender, ethnicity or national origin.
Practice areas
Criminal defense with federal and state felony and misdemeanor charges, including but not limited to murder charges, possession of weapons, UUW, drug charges, PCS with intent to distribute, Illinois traffic offenses, DUIs, drivers' license reinstatements, administrative formal and informal hearings, bench and jury trials, expungement of eligible criminal records.
17 years
Handling asylum cases based on applicable statutory grounds with evidentiary support under the USCIS criteria and the Real Id Act of 2005.
17 years
Submitting relief under current U.S. laws, completing visa extensions, family-based adjustment of status. Preparation of asylum claims, processing of lawful permanent residency, naturalization. Reliable professional representation in the U.S. Immigration Courts, Asylum Office, ICE custody. Preparation of BIA appeals and immigration motion practice. Professional representation at adjustment interviews, federal mandamus, DACA..
17 years
Various weapon charges, weapon possession, use without a FOID, UUW,
Languages spoken
Russian, English
Attorney Alexander Ivakhnenko
370 West Dundee Road
Wheeling, IL, 60090
Attorney Alexander Ivakhnenko
2155 North Elston Avenue
by appointment
Chicago, IL, 60614
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2006 | 06/13/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2021 Best of Chicago Business Services | The Chicago Award Program | 2021 |
Avvo Top Contributor 2021 | Avvo | 2021 |
National Advocates: Top 100 Illinois Attorneys for 2019 | The National Advocates | 2019 |
10 Best Attorneys for Illinois Nomination | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2019 |
Top rated lawyer 2019 | Avvo | 2019 |
Ten best attorneys 2018. Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Legal Counsel | 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 | 2018 |
Continental Business Leadership Network 2016 | Continental Business Network | 2017 |
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys in Illinois | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Selected for the membership "10 Best Attorneys in Illinois." | American Institute of Legal Counsel | 2017 |
Top rated lawyer 2017 | Avvo | 2017 |
Top 40 Criminal Defense lawyers in Illinois for 2016 | The American Society of Legal Advocates | 2017 |
National Advicates | National Advocates: Top 100 Illinois Attorneys for 2017 | 2017 |
Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Illinois | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
Alumni Sharing Knowledge | DePaul University | 2016 |
National Advocates | National Advocates: Top 100 Illinois Attorneys for 2016 | 2016 |
Alumni Sharing Knowledge | DePaul University | 2015 |
DePaul University | Alumni Sharing Knowledge | 2014 |
Clients' Choice Award for 2013 | Avvo | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Principal Attorney | Law Offices of Alexander Ivakhnenko | 2007 - Present |
Discovery Legal Assistant | Genson & Gillespie | 2006 - 2007 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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DePaul College of Law Bauer Moot Court Competition | judge | 2018 - Present |
DePaul Law Alumni Engagement Board | Board Member, Officer | 2016 - Present |
DePaul Chicagoland Chapter Committee | member | 2015 - Present |
DePaul Alumni University | Volunteer Attorney | 2014 - Present |
Chicago Bar Association | Reviewer | 2014 - Present |
DePaul College of Law Alumni Relations | Guest Speaker | 2013 - Present |
Catholic Charities | of counsel | 2010 - Present |
CBA Criminal Law Committee | attending member | 2007 - Present |
CBA Immigration Law Committee | attending member | 2007 - Present |
US Federal Trial Court | Attorney | 2007 - Present |
US Supreme Court | Admitted | 2007 - Present |
US Federal Appellate Court 7th Circuit | Admitted | 2007 - Present |
Cook County | Notary Public | 2007 - Present |
DePaul University Alumni Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Chicago Bar Association | 2001 - Present | |
Election Voting Commission | Elections Observer | 2018 - 2018 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Avvo Stories | Is it legal to flip off a cop? | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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CLE course | continuing legal education | 2020 |
DePaul University | Continuing legal education | 2017 |
DePaul University College of Law | JD | 2005 |
Loyola University Chicago School of Law | U.S. Refugee law. Rome, Italy | 2004 |
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center | Comparative, international law. Moscow, Russia | 2002 |
University of Linguistics | MA in Linguistics | 1989 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Specifics of immigration practice | Mentor | 2019 |
Radio program | Illinois Concealed Weapon Carry License | 2016 |
DePaul National Heritage Moot Court Competition | judge | 2016 |
Chicata | Legal Responsibilities and Professional Negotiation for Translators and interpreters | 2016 |
DePaul Moot Court Competition | judge | 2015 |
Chicata | Legal Responsibilities and Professional Negotiation for Translators and interpreters | 2015 |
DePaul Moot Court Competition | judge | 2014 |
Open World Program | judicial exchange communication | 2013 |
DePaul Moot Court Competition | judge | 2013 |
International Judicial Exchange | Open World Program | 2012 |
Expert witness testimony on the federal discovery compiled | Expert witness | 2012 |
DePaul Moot Court Competition | judge | 2012 |
DePaul Moot Court Competition | judge | 2011 |
MLER | essay writing tutor | 2010 |
DePaul Moot Court Competition | judge | 2010 |
Criminal Justice fall class | Juvenile criminal aspects | 2010 |
Criminal Justice and its practical applications | a lecture on practical points of criminal justice principles | 2010 |
MLER tutor at Northwestern University | essay writing tutor | 2009 |
Jessup International Moot Court Competition | judge | 2009 |
private law firm | Expert witness | 2007 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Matter of Pp | Naturalization approved |
Matter of Pp | Naturalization approved |
State of Illinois vs. JBC | Criminal charges dismissed |
People vs. OH. | Case dismissed |
In the Matter of O.B. | Asylum granted to both clients in court. |
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Joseph Abrams, Unknown Attorney on Jun 28, 2021
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I endorse this lawyer. I enjoy reading his answers to legal questions, and often learn something.
Tamika Jude, Immigration Attorney on May 27, 2021
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I endorse this lawyer. He always gives clear concise and accurate answers to questions on Avvo.
Cesar Mejia Duenas, Immigration Attorney on Jan 21, 2021
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I endorse Attorney Alexander Ivakhnenko. His answers in Avvo are clear, precise, and concise being very helpful to our community.
Christopher Wright, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer for his ability to respond promptly and maintain the utmost professionalism.
Svetlana Kaff, Immigration Attorney on Nov 9, 2019
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I endorse Mr. Ivakhnenko for his professionalism and commitment to the practice of law.
Kerrianne Waters, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 26, 2019
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Mr. Ivakhnenko provides quality representation and further shares his wealth of knowledge with his clients and with many on this site. I have learned from him as I am sure many have. I recommend and endorse this attorney.
Maksim Tikhvinskiy, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 10, 2018
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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.
Ekaette Eddings, Immigration Attorney on Mar 17, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. He is excellent in practice and his legal advice reflects the same excellence.
Anthony Cameron, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 8, 2017
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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.
Katarina Schmidt, Immigration Attorney on Dec 6, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.
Wayne Morrow, Immigration Attorney on May 26, 2017
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Mr. Ivakhnenko is recognized as an outstanding advocate. His commitment to achieving justice is an inspiration to the legal community and a saving grace for his clients. I endorse this lawyer. WM
Diana Lang, Immigration Attorney on Apr 26, 2017
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I fully endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney.
Channika Desilva, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 22, 2017
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I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Alexander is a highly skilled and well-known attorney in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism and work ethic. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation.
Namita Agarwal, Immigration Attorney on Feb 21, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgable and thoughtful and seeks to preserve the interests of his clients.
Somair Alam, Immigration Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
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Alexander is a top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Matthew Henry, Immigration Attorney on Jan 27, 2017
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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.
Gregory Cade, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 26, 2017
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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.
Kevin Neiman, Unknown Attorney on Jan 26, 2017
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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.
Gregory Stone, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 22, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Joel Halvorsen, Immigration Attorney on Nov 16, 2016
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I endorse and highly recommend Alexander. He is a highly skilled attorney who is well respected in the legal community.
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