$ 150-350 per hour
Born in Chicago, Illinois, and admitted to the Illinois Bar (1983); Admitted U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit (1995). University of Michigan (B.A. 1978); University of Illinois College of Law (J.D. 1982).
Chapter Chair, American Immigration Lawyers Association, Chicago Chapter (2000-2001); Executive Committee of the Chicago Chapter (1997-2001). Past Chicago Bar Association, Chair of the Immigration Law Committee (1996-1997). Chair of District Director Liaison, Asylum and Student Liaison/Community Outreach Committees of the Chicago Chapter of AILA & AILA Litigation Roundtable (2008-2011).
Spoken and organized numerous conferences on immigration law at both the national and local level.
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$ 150-350 per hour
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1982
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Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
Exceptional Legal Guidance from D$S and Mark Davidson
The best decision I made during my immigration journey was choosing D$S — specifically Mark Davidson — as my attorney. Working with Mark has been a truly positive experience. He is extremely professional, highly experienced, and consistently guides his clients through every step of the immigration pr...
Posted by M.I | August 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
I granted my asylum case with the help of Mr. Mark Davidson.
I am incredibly grateful for the professionalism and guidance provided by Mr. Mark Davidson during my asylum case. From the very beginning, he was always responsive, addressing all my inquiries promptly and thoroughly. His attention to detail and accuracy in providing information were invaluable thro...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
Smart. Strategic. Go-to person. The BEST.
I hired Mark in 2015 when my initial application for asylum was referred to the immigration court. He agreed to take my case and since had built a case that my previous lawyers hadn't even thought about. My court hearing was delayed 6 (SIX!!!) times and each time Mark would update my case with the co...
Posted by Levan | January 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
Mark knows what immigration law is!!!
So I found Mr. Davidson after I was denied by asylum officer and they sent me to the court. My case is complex and complicated, but 15 minutes was enough for him, to find mistakes of my previous attorney and understand my story. He is not the cheapest lawyer you will find, but every cent you will pay...
Posted by sk | August 26, 2013 | Asylum
Excellent Asylum Lawyer. Highly Recommended.
I spent quite a few months looking for an asylum lawyer. I probably talked to more than 15 lawyers and decided to hire Mr. Davidson, because, from the get-go, it was obvious that Mr. Davidson was extremely knowledgeable and experienced in asylum cases. Now, a few months later, I have my asylum gr...
"I have known Attorney Mark Davidson for a long time and I am familiar with his comprehensive and detailed approach to each immigration matter. His expertise in the U.S. Immigration law is unquestionable and matches his proven efficiency and constant diligence in representing clients' interests. Attorney Alexander Ivakhnenko"
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2017 - Present
Partner, Davidson & Seseri
1997 - 2017
Partner, Davidson & Schiller, LLC
2008 - Present
International Boutique Law FirmsMember
1983 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChapter Chair (2000-2001)
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Asylum Workshop: Cross Examination
2012
Special Handling & Schedule A NonPerm Immigrant Processes
2012
Difficult Hearings
2011
Marriage Fraud & I-751 Cases
2010
AILA Immigration Litigation Workshop
2007
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Mark earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Can I apply for asylum while still on H1B? My H1B is still valid till 2015. Does applying for asylum affect the H1B status?
25 Dec 2012
Can I lose my citizenship if we got divorce?
14 Aug 2012
221g blue slip at Chennai consulate(F1 Visa)
27 Jun 2012