Richard Hanus

Richard Hanus

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration

161 N. Clark Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 37 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1988

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Richard Hanus

161 N. Clark Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL, 60601-3272

Law Offices of Richard Hanus

920 Davis Road, Suite 100, Elgin, IL, 60123

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Richard Hanus's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

126 Client Reviews

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Posted by Simina | March 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Top Lowyer.

Richard Hanus is an HONEST Lawyer. Very important! He won’t make you false promises, he won’t try to take advantages of the vulnerable situation that people are in while going through Imigration process, but he will truly fight and care for you. It seems like every person and win matters to him perso...nally, and nothing was “another day in the office”. He’s very knowledgeable, professional, understandable and respectful. I come to Richard Hanus Law Firm when trying to resolve my long time green card case after my marriage broke down and I went through a divorce. I had no hope at all anymore, just really didn’t want to give up without trying. After 5 years of working with a different lawyer, I decided to start searching for someone else and come across Richard through online resources. I got an approval response within a month or so from starting working with the Richard and the firm. Richard and his firm will do all the difference. I understand how going through the immigration process can feel emotionally and mentally draining, and a lot of times hopeless. After all, it’s your freedom at stakes. Richard will truly fight for fairness and he truly rights the wrongs. I have never met a more knowledgeable Lawyer and team. Also what seems very important to me is their time responding comparing with any other Lawyer and firm I ever worked before. While you’re battling all that emotional stress, they will not maximize that by late response of any type or question or concerns you might have along the way. If you ever found yourself going through any type of Imigration process please save your time, stress and money by contacting Richard. You will know the amount that will cost you, there will be no hiding fees, no lies, no false promises, no late response to your questions or concerns. You’ll be treated with respect regardless of what your going through and you will have a real Lawyer with real knowledge of the law by your side on your way to freedom.

Posted by Saroj | March 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I-751 Case Approved!

My case was complex with a lot of unknowns but Attorney Richard Hanus was able to help me guide through the whole process in a very effective and organized manner. I found Richard through a google search and hiring him as my attorney was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made and with his help, I... just received approval of my 10 year permanent resident green card. Richard really cares about your case and makes sure his clients are well prepared. I can confidently say the approval of the case can largely be attributed to Richard and his vast experience with immigration and technical know-how to deal with a challenging case like mine. Having someone like him on your corner gives you a peace of mind. If/when I decide to apply for my citizenship, he will definitely be the one I reach out for his expert guidance. Thank you Richard for all the help throughout this long and arduous journey!

Posted by Anup | March 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Richard and his staff will work hard to get you the desired result.

My family and I highly recommend Richard Hanus. We were trying to find the best path for one of our family members to immigrate to the US from overseas and Richard and his office was referred to us as immigration counsel by our family’s corporate attorney. Richard and his staff kept everything ver...y smooth and easy for us – with accurate document preparation and filing, and responsive customer service when we had concerns or questions. Richard and his staff care about their clients, and it was obvious to my family and I throughout the process that he was always watching out for what was in our best interests and with the determination to help us achieve a successful result.

Posted by Natalya | February 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The best immigration lawyer

I will highly recommend anyone to Richard Hanus and his firm. Richard is the best immigration attorney, and with success in complex cases. We were referred to him from a lawyer we respected and after other lawyers and agencies tried to solve our immigration problem. I think of one of best choices ...we ever made was to hire Richard. He is so professional, we felt right away he knew what he is doing, especially in our complicated case. Richard is also very honest and he understands the law and the way the system works. Just as important he understands his clients, and he will do everything in his power to help you. Thank you again Richard for everything. Best regards from Natalya and Jose.

Posted by Mike | December 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Honest and prompt

Richard Hanus and his team exceeded our expectation in every way. First, Attorney Hanus is extremely dedicated to pursue the best possible outcome, treating your case with the same care and attention he would give to a family member. He gives clear, honest guidance, explains your options in a stra...ightforward way, and will tell you the truth about your case rather than just what you want to hear. We had come to know about the Richard Hanus law office from our social media feeds, and after many years of careful consideration, we decided to reinitiate the application to petition for my husband once again, a process that had faced complications during a previous attempt. Recognizing that we lack the necessary expertise to proceed confidently and ensure we are following the correct process to achieve our goal, we chose Richard Hanus as the professional to represent us. I am pleased to say that Attorney Hanus helped us reach our goal! My husband was approved for his permanent green card, and we are so grateful to be able to reach this important milestone in our lives, one we eagerly awaited for so many years.

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Richard Hanus's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Kulwin

Immigration lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have witnessed Richard Hanus' dedication to his clients and his skill in navigating the complex field of immigration law. Rich is not only a highly skilled advocate but also a compassionate ally, consistently demonstrating both professional excellence and genuine care for his clients. As a respected thought leader in the immigration law community, he is my go-to resource when immigration-related matters arise in my practice. I wholeheartedly recommend Rich to anyone in need of an immigration lawyer."

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Robert Carpenter

Immigration lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich is an outstanding immigration lawyer. I've known him for 20+ years as a colleague, and a valued one at that; he is uniquely creative, aggressive but diplomatic, very bright, and extremely zealous. I would categorically recommend him to anyone as a top choice to consider when hiring an immigration lawyer."

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Paul Serkland

Immigration lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred many of my clients with criminal cases that are causing immigration problems to Rich. Rich has always gotten excellent results. I am very happy to endorse him."

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Steven Fagan

Immigration lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Richard both personally and professionally for over a decade. His is extremely knowledgable and tirelessly puts that knowledge to work for his clients. Richard is a creative problem solver, and a consummate professional. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."

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Douglas Werman

Immigration lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is both highly ethical and an aggressive immigration lawyer. He has helped many clients who I've referred to his office. In particular, he and his office have excellent communication with his clients and he is always available to explain the status of their immigration issues. I highly recommend him for any immigration related issue."

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Jeffrey Kulwin

Employment and labor lawyer

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Robert Carpenter

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Steven Weinberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Serkland

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Fagan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Douglas Werman

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2006

Distinguished Service Award, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

1990

Distinguished Service Award, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Lawyer, Law Offices of Richard Hanus

Associations

2009 - Present

Decalogue Society of Lawyers

Member

1992 - Present

American Immigration Law Foundation

Member

1991 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1989 - Present

Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Keathley V. Holder, 696 F.3d 644 (7th Cir. 2012)

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Education

1988

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Northwestern University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Waivers of Inadmissibility - Fraud and Misrepresentation U.S. Immigration, Advanced Topics

2014

What Every Criminal Lawyer Should Know About Immigration Law U.S. Immigration Law, Criminal Law

2014

What Every Criminal Lawyer Should Know About Immigration Law U.S. Immigration Law and Criminal Law

2014

Meeting the Needs of Children Under Immigration Law CHILD STATUS PROTECTION ACT-HOW IT CAN HELP KEEP IMMIGRANT FAMILIES INTACT

2014

Immigration Law Basics, and its Intersection with Corporate and Labor Law U.S. Immigration Law/Corporate Law/Labor Law

2013

Ethics/Client Relations in Immigration Ethics, Pro Bono and Immigration Workshops

2013

2013 Midwest Regional Conference

Marriage Based Potpourri, including U visas, False Claims to Citizenship and Unlawful Voting/Registration

2012

Midwest Regional Conference

Fraud Detection/National Security and its Impact on Issuance of Immigration Benefits

2011

Midwest Regional Conference

Interagency Governmental Panel Discussion

2010

Midwest Regional Conference

Affidavits of Support, Government Benefits, Tax Issues and Social Security Benefits

Publications

Languages

Spanish

Tagalog

Lithuanian

Hebrew

Russian

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