Mark Davidson

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Mark Davidson

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 43 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration

10 South La Salle Street, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL

About Mark

Biography

Informed. Immigration. Law.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Practice areas include: temporary workers; intracompany transferees; treaty investors; PERM labor certifications; outstanding researchers and professors; extraordinary aliens; counselor processing; deportation matters; asylum applications; appellate litigation; and all areas of representation before the United States Department of Homeland Security.

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2014 2013
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 43 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1982

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Davidson & Seseri, LLC

10 South La Salle Street, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL, 60603

DavidsonSeseri.com

Mark Davidson's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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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...untry conditions and get the updated affidavits from the experts. He asked for numerous supporting documents and proofs to strengthen my case and I had two lawyers before and those never asked for anything remotely like that. Each time he would work with me to tell me what kind of information I needed to provide and throughout this time he would always respond to my questions in a timely manner. He is succinct in his replies, but those are always to the point. He charged a fixed price for the whole case and even though the case was delayed so many times and he had to redo a lot more, he never charged more and honored our contract. My case was at a court with a very low rate of asylum granted and I was very, very anxious about the outcome. He told me "to trust the system" and to trust his judgment of my case's strength and to focus on the bright side. His reasoning, vision, and so many years of experience gave us all comfort in our case. Finally, in 2024 we had our individual hearing and we obtained our asylum. I can't thank Mark and his team enough for the work they've put forth and the guidance they showed throughout our journey that lasted over 8 years. If Mark takes your case, then it means that he sees the strength in it and I'd trust his judgment and the strategy he picks to position your case. I am aware of many friends who took Mark as their lawyer and they all were very satisfied with the outcome. On a personal side, he is a person with a great heart and compassion. I'd recommend Mark 1000 times over to any asylum seeker who needs professional help. Thank you Mark and your team!

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A five star attorney that you should hire

Today is the day when I become a U.S.A. citizen and I have to thank for that to attorney Mark Davidson. I have approach him in the past with a complex case when because of some false accusations I was one step away closer to deportation. His advice has helped me to sustain my case in court and man...tain in the same time a clean path for citizenship. After this crazy ride I finally have the opportunity to continue my life in U.S. as a citizen and teach my american born child about the the values of this country. A country that was built by immigrants that like me have face discrimination and tough challenges in life. However they never stop believing in the great “American Dream”. This dream is the roots of our country and this diversity is what makes America great. In today’s dark immigration climate however you need an attorney like Mark by your side. Resonable priced, and with a high level of professionalism and experience you can’t be wrong by retaining his service. I already highly recommended him to all my friends and family! Thank you for all your help.

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... to him will be paid off, believe me!! Mark was very honest right from beginning and generally he is a nice guy.

Posted by John C. | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The Dean of the Chicago Immigration Bar

A lawyer myself, and having worked with recruiting lawyers in Chicago for more than 20 years and therefore having access to many sources of information, there is no question that Mark Davidson is the Dean of the Chicago immigration bar. The many recommendations I initially received of him, were conf...irmed in four years of working with him to bring my wife back to the United States in obtaining first a green card and then a waiver of the 10 year statutory bar. You are in excellent hands with Mark Davidson, however inhumane and frustrating the U.S. immigration laws may be. Unlike some immigration lawyers in Chicago he does not gouge his clients on fees. His fees were reasonable to a fault. He has a great team working with him. I recommend him extremely highly.

Posted by Dana | July 21, 2014 | Immigration

PROFESSIONAL AND TRUSTWORTHY LAWYER!

Awesome lawyer with awesome staff! I found him on this website when I needed a second opinion about my temporary Green Card (when my first so-called lawyer messed up my case and had me apply for a waiver that he did not even filled properly and to top it of I found from Mr. Mark Davidson I DID NOT ...NEED- that put my case on hold for 1 YEAR) . I fired my 1st lawyer and I hired Mr. Mark Davidson and in 3 WEEKS, thanks to Mark, I had my Green Card in my hand. Mr. Mark Davidson and all his staff were VERY PROFESSIONAL, ,patience,worth my TOTAL TRUST,easy to communicate and get in touch with,affordable rates and I could continue with the praise forever! That is the reason why I ask him to represent me again for my permanent Green Card last year and I will continue that this year when I'm going to apply for citizenship! My advise to anybody looking for an immigration lawyer: Do not make the same mistake that I did when I hired my first so-called lawyer :from the money point a view.I was told by my friends that lawyer form downtown are more expensive and they all do the same! NOT TRUE!!! My 1st layer ended up charging me much more than Mr. Davidson! I am going to be grateful all my life to Mr. Mark Davidson and all his staff :especially Mrs.Olga, Mrs. Yllca !

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Mark Davidson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer. Very well respected."

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Alexander Ivakhnenko

Immigration lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Stephen Davis

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Yllka Seseri

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Nominee, Who's Who Legal

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Davidson & Seseri

1997 - 2017

Partner, Davidson & Schiller, LLC

Associations

2008 - Present

International Boutique Law Firms

Member

1983 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chapter Chair (2000-2001)

Education

1982

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Guest Lecturer, DePaul University Asylum & Immigration Law Clinic

Asylum Workshop: Cross Examination

2012

Chicago AILA Fall Conference

Special Handling & Schedule A NonPerm Immigrant Processes

2012

AILA Midwest Regional Conference

Difficult Hearings

2011

AILA Midwest Regional Conference

Marriage Fraud & I-751 Cases

2010

AILA Immigration Litigation Workshop

AILA Immigration Litigation Workshop

2007

AILA Annual Conference

After the Grant of Asylum

Languages

Albanian

Arabic

Belarusian

Italian

Russian

Spanish

Turkish

Ukrainian

Activity

Top Contributor

Mark earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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