Brian Jacob Kholodovsky

Brian Jacob Kholodovsky

4.3
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 16 years

Immigration Lawyer at Schaumburg, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

1900 East Golf Road, 950, Schaumburg, IL

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Immigration 50%

Since passing the Illinois bar in 2009, I have practiced primarily Immigration Law. I am well versed in all aspects of immigration law including, deportation defense, family based immigration categories, work based immigration categories, student visas, asylum and travel visas.

17 years | 300 cases

50%
Asylum 20%

Asylum cases are a sub category of immigration law. As with other areas of immigration law, I have considerable experience zealously advocating on behalf of people afraid to return to their country of origin. Whether someone is applying for asylum affirmatively or to defend oneself from removal proceedings, I possess the knowledge, skill, and compassion to handle even the most complicated of Asylum cases.

17 years | 50 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 15%

If you have a traffic violation, need help with a suspended license, or have any other traffic related issues, I am your man. Before I even graduated law school, I spent a year elbow deep in felony cases while volunteering at the Public Defender. That internship equipped me with the skills to handle the thorniest of traffic issues.

17 years | 100 cases

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

While I do have a background in family law, I only handle uncontested divorces and divorces by publication at this time. My services include preparing the paperwork, filing the divorce, filing for publication if necessary, attending the prove-up and filing the hearing transcript within30 days.

17 years | 50 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Jeelani Law Firm, PLC

1900 East Golf Road, 950, Schaumburg, IL, 60173

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Brian Jacob Kholodovsky's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Maryna Litvinsky | June 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended

Brian Kholodovsky is highly professional attorney, very responsible and extremely hardworking. He helped me with my case very fast. Each time I have a question which is not related to my case , I always get answers as fast as Brian can. He has very outgoing personality and I’m happy that I managed to... find such valuable attorney!

Posted by Evgenii | August 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

good lawyer

He did a great job with me, he prepared me well for the court. And did a great job with it.

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

One of the worst lawyers

Lost my case because of him. Try to avoid this “lawyer” and find somebody more professional.

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Disappointing Legal Experience

My experience with attorney Brian Kholodovsky has been deeply disappointing. Communication was consistently lacking, with delayed or nonexistent responses. His legal expertise was questionable, leading to misguided advice and uncertainty. The attorney’s demeanor lacked empathy, treating me as just a...nother case number. Questionable billing practices further eroded my trust. I cannot recommend this attorney for reliable and competent representation.

Posted by Luiza | February 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer with knowledge and experience

Brian is a very good lawyer, he helped us throughout the whole process, from the application to the approval. He was always available to answer any questions. Every meeting with Brian was as with an old friend, he was not only professional, but also very kind and supportive. My husband and I are very... happy that we hired Mr. Kholodovsky. Highly recommended!

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Brian Jacob Kholodovsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Levy

Immigration lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Brian build relationships and trust among his clients. Immigration is a difficult, confusing field for those that need the help and Brian is excellent at making those that need his support feel comfortable. I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashley Hayes

Immigration lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Friend

"Brian is professional and passionate about immigration issues. I have personally witnessed his commitment to providing exemplary services to those in need of immigration assistance. You are in goods hands with Brian. I endorse this lawyer."

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Yevgeny Meltser

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

None, None

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Office of Brian Kholodovsky, LLC

2010 - 2012

Associate, Birg & Meltser

2008 - 2009

711, Cook County Public Defender

Associations

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2013 - 2015

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2015

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

I-751 Petition to Remove Conditions

Approval

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Education

2009

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Iowa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

None

None

Publications

N/A

None None

Languages

Russian

English

Activity

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