Scott D. Pollock

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Scott D. Pollock

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration

105 W. Madison, Suite 2200, Chicago, IL

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, employment and family based immigration, deportation defense, immigration detention representation, political asylum, waivers of inadmissibility, naturalization, employment authorization, employer immigration compliance, federal litigation and appeals.

41 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 210-285 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2019 2017
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2017 2012
Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 39 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1986

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 40 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1986

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Scott D. Pollock & Associates, P.C.

105 W. Madison, Suite 2200, Chicago, IL, 60602

Law Offices of Scott D. Pollock

105 W. Madison, Suite 2200, Chicago, IL, 60602-4648

Online Presence

Other places you can find Scott online.

Scott D. Pollock's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

77 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 39 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Shakta | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Fiancé Comes to the U.S. - Success with Scott Pollock!

A colleague referred me to Scott to help bring my fiancé to the United States. Scott represented us through both the visa and adjustment of status process after we married. Our case was definitely not typical. Scott’s experience with the process meant he always was able to provide us with multiple... options. Scott also had back-up strategies in case something didn’t work out perfectly. We did what Scott (& his legal assistant, Jose Haro) said regarding providing documents throughout the process. We always had many questions. So, we greatly appreciated Scott's availability, especially via email. His responses were always accurate with timely information. As a result, we always knew what to expect. Now we are together in the U.S. and look forward to when my husband can apply for U.S. citizenship! We will definitely use Scott and his firm again. And, I would absolutely recommend Scott to anyone else needing immigration help as well.

Posted by Balwinder | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Forget the On-Line Immigration Videos!

Scott helped me with my immigration to the United States. I had never worked with a lawyer before, and I was watching videos on the internet to prepare for my interview. Scott asked me what I learned from the videos, and then said “it’s good you watched them, now forget everything you saw.” He told m...e what the U.S. consular officers were going to ask and why. He took a lot of time and helped me prepare a plan to keep things simple and how to explain my situation in a way that would make sense to the officers. The interview involved extensive questions and in the end the officer told me my visa would be approved. Thanks to Scott and his legal assistant Jose, I am now a lawful permanent resident living and working in the United States.

Posted by Gerard | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Sr. Account Executive

I began working with Scott D. Pollock & Associates, P.C. back in 2015. I was born in U.S., but my wife had a work permit via the DACA. We knew "fixing her papers" (obtaining a greencard) was risky, and a very long, stressful, and expensive process, but we felt this law firm would give us our best cha...nce at winning her immigration case; this was due to positive reviews online, and a referral from my mother's previous coworker. My wife came to the U.S. illegally at the age of 4, but never committed any crimes. She was 25 when we began this process, and had just renewed her DACA. She was gainfully employed (as was I), we had 1 child, she was attending college, we owned a condo, 2 cars, and she was an active member of her church. All of these factors, along with letters of support from both of our doctors, friends, and family members all aided in making our case that much stronger. This law firm helped to take all of these factors to help us build a very strong case. The amount of time spent gathering documents, writing our own plea letters, and moving this process forward was the most intense workload (ourside of my day-job), I've ever had to deal with. I would have been completely lost had it not been for my attorney guiding me every single step of the way; Linda, was a tremendous help as well. Finally, after 3 years, the birth of our 2nd son, and $15K+ spent on legal fees (remember, keeping your family whole is priceless), etc. we were summoned to the consulate in Juarez, Mexico. Our attorney, and Linda were both very helpful in helping us to prepare for our "trip", and the result was my wife being approved as a U.S. Permanent Resident! Scott D. Pollock & Associates, P.C. is an incredible law firm that surpassed our expectations for our immigration needs, and the empathy and compassion they exuded along the way was genuine and sincere. I highly recommend choosing this law firm if you want the very best.

Posted by Rakesh | September 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Immigration attorney in Chicago Area

I strongly recommend Scott and his team. Very professional and methodical. My second experience for my immigration need for employment based immigration process. I was really impressed with Scott's in depth and up to date knowledge of the subject. He helped us getting through the entire process and h...e is always there whenever you need him

Posted by Alexandre | September 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A very knowledgeable and caring person

I had the pleasure to be assisted by Scott and his amazing team back in 2014 as we were working on our greencards. Our first impression of the whole process was one surrounded by anxiety and exhaustion, but Scott was able to transform it in a very pleasant journey. He let me know in advance the steps... to be follow in my case, he was always available for doubts I had through this process. In a few words, Scott and his team are synonymous of efficiency, honesty and success. Thanks much Scott!

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Scott D. Pollock's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Cohn

Immigration lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Tusler

Unknown lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney 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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Hovanes Margarian

Immigration lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Immigration lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Mr. Pollock are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos."

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Brent Renison

Immigration lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott Pollock is one of the best immigration lawyers in the country. If there is some way that your case can be solved or salvaged, Scott has the knowledge and acument to bring it to a successful conclusion."

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Timothy Deets

Immigration lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neil Fleischer

Immigration lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Immigration lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Pollock is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you."

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Madhu Kalra

Immigration lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Kolken

Immigration lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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KiKi Mosley

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexander Ivakhnenko

Immigration lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott Pollock is an excellent professional who continues to provide concise, accurate and efficient services in immigration matters."

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Carl Shusterman

Immigration lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott knows every aspect of immigration law from employment-based immigration to deportation defense. He has been practicing immigration law for almost 25 years, heads a great team of attorneys and is bilingual (English and Spanish). When I have a deportation case in Chicago, I call Scott and get his advice."

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David Rubman

Immigration lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Scott Pollock for about 25 years. He and his firm are known as very aggressive and diligent attorneys on deportation and immigration cases, both complicated and straightforward. My firm refers to his firm many of the more complicated cases we don't have the resources to handle. I have complete confidence in the work of his firm."

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Hugo Rojas

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Pawel Boruch

Immigration lawyer

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Christina Murdoch

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Elizabeth Bruen

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Matthew Kolken

Immigration lawyer

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Carl Shusterman

Immigration lawyer

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Martha Delgado

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Anne Relias

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Kathryn Weber

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2017

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2016

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2015

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2014

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2013

Illinois Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2013

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2012

Illinois Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2012

Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Illinois Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2011

Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Illinois Leading Lawyers, Law Bulletin Publishing

2010

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Media

2010

Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Media

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Illinois Leading Lawyers, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2009

Joseph Minsky Beacon of Light Award, American Immigration Lawyers Association Chicago Chapter

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Illinois Leading Lawyers, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2008

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Illinois Leading Lawyers, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2007

Ilinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Founder and principal attorney, Scott D. Pollock & Associates, P.C.

Associations

2004 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member, Section Council on International and Immigration Law

1987 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Chapter Chair and many local and national committees

1985 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

member and past Chair, Immigration & Nationality Committee

1985 - Present

National Immigration Project of the National Lawyers Guild

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Kamal v. Gonzales

Ruling for Plaintiff

Hafeez v. Dorochoff

Court denies government's motion to dismiss

Kholyavskiy v. Schlecht

Order grants attorneys fees & costs

Meraz v. Comfort

Ruling for Plaintiff

Morales-Morales v. Gonzales

Ruling for the petitioner

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Education

1985

Brooklyn Law School

Juris doctorate cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2010

2010 AILA Annual Conference

Dirty Little (or Big) Secrets: Criminal Grounds of Removeability and Inadmissibility

2009

Meeting of the Chicago AILA Chapter

Responding to USCIS Allegations of Fraud

2009

Employment Based Immigration Issues for Recruiters

Employment based immigration issues for recruiters

2009

Chicago Bar Association Chapter Meeting

International Students and F-1 Visa Status

2009

AILA Web-Seminar December 3, 2009

Permanent Porting under AC21 in the Twenty-First Century Economy

2009

2009 Annual Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law

Overview of Criminal Grounds of Inadmissibility

2008

Federal Bar Association 3rd Annual Workplace Enforcement Conference

From IRCA to ICE- an Overview of Workplace Enforcement

Publications

2008

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Working with Government Agencies in Immigration Law

Languages

Spanish

French

Serbo-Croatian

Activity

Top Contributor

Scott earned significant contribution points in 2017.

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