Hashim G. Jeelani

Hashim G. Jeelani

also known as JEELANI LAW FIRM, PLC

4.4
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 14 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration

77 W Wacker Dr Ste 4500, Chicago, IL

About Hashim

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

-Adjustment of Status -Family/Employment Based Visas -Investment Based Immigration -Citizenship -Writ of Mandamus Litigation

15 years | 1,900 cases

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 14 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2011

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois

State: Illinois

Active Out of State Lawyer - Permitted to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

JEELANI LAW FIRM, PLC - CHICAGO OFFICE

77 W Wacker Dr Ste 4500, Chicago, IL, 60601

JEELANI LAW FIRM, PLC- NEW YORK OFFICE (limited to Immigration and Nationality Law)

315 Madison Ave 3rd floor, New York, NY, 10017

JEELANI LAW FIRM, PLC- ROLLING MEADOWS OFFICE (limited to Immigration and Nationality Law)

3501 W Algonquin Rd Suite 200, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008

JEELANI LAW FIRM, PLC - DETROIT OFFICE

28411 Northwestern Hwy #875, Southfield, MI, 48034

JEELANI LAW FIRM, PLC - NEW JERSEY OFFICE

485C US-1 Suite 350, Iselin, NJ, 08830

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Hashim G. Jeelani's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by Suleiman | January 26, 2014 | Immigration

A SUPER LAWYER IN IMMIGRATION MATTERS. PERIOD!

Attorney Jeelani is a pleasant and knowledgeable individual. This is a gem as far as immigration law is concern. He quickly got up to speed and understood the entire problem relating to the case. He is easily accessible by phone and return e-mails promptly. He did all these at a very affordable cost.... Those good qualities set him miles apart from many. Attorney Jeelani is miles ahead in terms of professionalism and a breath of fresh air. My wife's H-1B extension (under a J1 VISA waiver) was mishandled by her employer and they terminated her job on the ground that she lacks the immigration requirements. What a sleazy way to fire somebody. This whole thing happens while my wife still has about 6 weeks to complete her J1 Visa waiver. Non completion would have forced her to go back to her original country of origin. The employer now wanted to re-hire her under unfavorable terms which I found amusing. I see that as a carrot and stick tactics. A refusal of new contract terms will force her to be out of status and result in wasted 3 years of serving her J1 VISA waiver, acceptance of new conditions will lead to more abuse down the line. The employer hired an Attorney for themselves to avoid paying the 90 days penalty for wrongful termination of appointment (which was included in the initial contract they signed with my wife) and violation of immigration law. Attorney Jeelani made all these known to the employer through their Attorney and they show no concern whatsoever. Fortunately, my wife got another job few months later. It was after this that the real immigration nightmare begins. USCIS were grilling my wife/Attorney Jeelani about the non-compliance with the J1 VISA waiver and these lead to two RFEs (Request for Evidence) to which the Attorney handle timely and excellently well. This is where I really respect Attorney Jeelani, because he drafted a memorandum of law backing the case for my wife without implicating the employer with USCIS regarding their immigration violation. This is a rare wisdom considering that most Attorneys' are quick to exploit the other side weaknesses to make their case. That was a classic example of making your case without burning bridges with others. Attorney Jeelani is blessed with great knowledge of his profession and the wisdom to deal with immigration issues when relating with the client and the USCIS. We are very proud of your work Attorney Jeelani and we wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone with immigration matters. This guy will fight for you and make the case with knowledge and wisdom no matter how hard the case may be. We are impressed! Thank you very much and you are a super lawyer in our books.

Posted by Denise | July 11, 2012 | Immigration

Michigan Immigration lawyer

Attorney Hashim Jeelani saved me from having to go through deportation proceedings. A while ago, I had an embarassing incident that involved a domestic violence charge. This was an isolated incident and I had no other criminal charge. When I filed for naturalization, the USCIS officer told me that I ...was removeable and that I would have to go through deportation proceedings because I had a domestic violence conviction. I panicked and started looking for immigration attorneys in Michigan and found Hashim online. Attorney jeelani spoke to me on the same day and began working on my case that very night! He filed an appeal to my naturalization denial that week and got USCIS to overturn my denial. Because of Hashim I not only was granted my U.S. Citizenship, but I was also saved from deportation! He was worth every dollar I paid and more! I really recommend him and his staff!

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Hashim G. Jeelani's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Faraz Nayyar

Immigration lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dean Ankouny

Immigration lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hashim is a strong advocate for his clients' immigration issues. He is professional, and he treats his clients with courtesy and respect."

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Chase Morinaka

Immigration lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable and respected."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Vitaly Sigal

Unknown lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kent Leier

Immigration lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jeelani consistently provides insightful and thorough legal advice on avvo.com."

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Sofia Zneimer

Immigration lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Jeelani. He is well versed in immigration matters and provides excellent service to his clients."

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Ralph Duthely

Immigration lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Jeelani. He is knowledgeable and represents his clients well."

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Tsirina Goroshit

Immigration lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowledgeable and respectful attorney a real asset to community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Wells

Immigration lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend this lawyer to anyone seeking competent representation in immigration matters."

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Brian Arnold

Immigration lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Martin Pohl

Immigration lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hardworking lawyer who is dedicated to producing results for his clients."

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Bradley Thomson

Immigration lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for any immigration matter especially business visas. He has a good reputation in the legal community."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer. Well respected."

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Ashraf Salem

Immigration lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I have never witnessed this level of passionate advocacy combined with intellect and experience. His ability to effectively communicate and creatively problem solve for his clients makes Hashim Jeelani exceptional in his field. He truly cares about what he does and his clients."

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Mansoor Ansari

Immigration lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Immigration matters weigh heavily on Offshore Voluntary Disclosures with the IRS Criminal Investigations Unit. For this reason, our firm often relies on the advice of Attorney Hashim Jeelani J.D., to assess the needs of our client's tax matters in relation to their immigration case. He is informed about the latest changes to the Immigration Act which makes him a very effective immigration attorney. I highly recommend this attorney to businesses and individuals."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

TOP 40 IMMIGRATION LAWYER UNDER 40, AMERICAN SOCIETY OF LEGAL ADVOCATES

2017

BEST IMMIGRATION LAWYERS IN DETROIT, Expertise

2017

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2015

HILLMAN TRIAL ADVOCACY PROGRAM, HILLMAN TRIAL ADVOCACY PROGRAM

2010

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE BOOK AWARD/BEST STUDENT, ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

2009

HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYERING BOOK AWARD/BEST STUDENT, ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

Work Experience

2011 - Present

PRINCIPAL ATTORNEY, JEELANI LAW FIRM, PLC

Associations

2015 - Present

Fourth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals

Admitted to Practice

2012 - Present

U.S. EASTERN DISTRICT COURT OF MICHIGAN

MEMBER

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Michigan chapter)

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Federal Writ of Mandamus Against USCIS

Settlement in Favor of Our Client

AAO Appeal of Denied L1A Petition

Appeal Sustained and Remanded to USCIS for Approval

AAO Appeal and Federal Writ of Mandamus (undisclosed name)

Settlement in Favor of Our Client

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Education

2010

St. Thomas University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2019

H-1B to EB-5

EB-5 investment Options for Green Card

2016

Tax Law Seminar

Immigration Implications of Tax Delinquencies

Publications

Languages

Urdu

Hindi

Arabic

Spanish

Russian

Activity

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