Kelli A. Fennell

Kelli A. Fennell

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

70 W. Madison St., Ste. 4000, Chicago, IL

About Kelli

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

We handle individual, asylum, family-based, and employment-based cases before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. consulates abroad, and immigration court. We also provide advice on global migration. Our firm is experienced in I-9 audits and employer compliance.

90%
Asylum 10%

We handle asylum cases before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and immigration court.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 12 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2013

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

HUGHES SOCOL PIERS RESNICK DYM, LTD.

70 W. Madison St., Ste. 4000, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Kelli A. Fennell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Najib Farah | January 7, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Outstanding Legal Services by Kelli A. Fennell – Highly Recommended

I am incredibly grateful to Kelli A. Fennell for her outstanding work on my marriage case. She successfully resolved it in less than 8 months, demonstrating remarkable efficiency and expertise. Kelli is a hardworking professional who is always dedicated to her clients. Additionally, her excellent com...munication skills made the process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend her services to anyone in need of legal assistance.

Posted by Omer | April 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don't let the few review numbers deceive you Kelli is the best

She is a nice professional outstanding immigration attorney. I worked with her for six months on my asylum case after it got denied and referred to the immigration court. I had a very complicated asylum case that has been solved. She is very patient, listens carefully to all her client's needs and pr...ovides the best legal advice. She cares about her clients and goes above and beyond to solve their cases, which helped me obtain the asylum after a long process and condensed schedules. My case was in immigration court and had been rescheduled two times during these six months. From motion to change venue, Pretrial, individual hearing, Kelli was there, and she delivered the best services. I am so grateful for Kelli's help and advice. I highly recommend Kelli and her team for any immigration needs.

Posted by anonymous | July 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Naturalization

Kelli and her team did an excellent job in making sure I had all documents in place and that I was well prepared for my interview. They always kept me informed on latest case status. I would certainly recommend using them for any of your immigration needs.

Posted by leticia | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

vawa case

My vawa case was approved then revoked and apeal was denied. Kelli worked with me with me. She was always reachable, professional and patient with me answering all my questions. My Vawa case was reopened and approved. I will highly recommend Kelli to anyone who has an immigration challenge

Posted by Maggie | September 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very helpfull and serious about her job

I would like to thank you Kelli Fennel. Her professional conduct and experience made a very good impression on me. Kelli was extremely well prepared to assist me with my case which was quite complex due to a waiver application. She provided me with helpful guidance during our meeting prior to the i...nterview with USCIS and thanks to her I went to the interview prepared and relaxed

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Kelli A. Fennell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tristan Gunn

Immigration lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Ms. Fennell for several years at the same immigration law firm. I don't know anyone more genuinely invested in her clients' lives and the outcome of their cases. I endorse this lawyer."

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Allan Milan

Immigration lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kelli is a strong advocate for clients and is a bank of knowledge regarding immigration law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lisa Scott

Immigration lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As demonstrated by her current leadership roles as the co-Chair of the Immigration and Nationality Committee of the Chicago Bar Association and her leadership role in the American Immigration Lawyer's Association, Kelli is held in high regard by her colleagues because of her legal knowledge and her commitment to the legal community. Her commitment to legal excellence, her friendly demeanor, her warmth ,and her intelligence make her, in my opinion, a great lawyer."

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Kathleen Vannucci

Immigration lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kelli is a passionate advocate for her clients. I have worked closely with Kelli as we are both the Chairs of the Chicago Chapter American Immigration Lawyers Association, Advocacy Committee. Kelli is a dedicated lawyer who is always thinking about her clients and her clients' stories especially when she is fighting for immigration reform on the local and federal level."

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Tristan Gunn

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyer

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2018

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, HUGHES SOCOL PIERS RESNICK & DYM, LTD.

2017 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Scott Global Migration Law Group

2017 - 2021

Associate Attorney, HUGHES SOCOL PIERS RESNICK DYM, LTD.

2015 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Sarikas Law Group, LLC

2013 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Tapia-Ruano & Gun, P.C.

Associations

2017 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Co-chair Advocacy Committee 2015 to Present

2013 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Co-chair Immigration Law Committee 2016 to 2018

Education

2012

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude

2006

Butler University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

National Annual Conference

Documenting Hardship: Thinking Outside the Box

2018

Relief from Removal Overview

USCIS Filings in Proceedings, Adjustment of Status, and Criminal Waivers

2018

Chicago Fall Family & Removal Conference

Strategies & Best Practices in an Enforcement-Centered Era

2017

U.S. Supreme Court: 2016-2017 Year in Review

U.S. Supreme Court: 2016-2017 Year in Review

2017

ICLE General Practice Boot Camp

Immigration

2016

CBA Continuing Legal Education Committee Meeting

U S Immigration Policy: What the Future Holds

Languages

Spanish

French

Activity

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