Michael R. Jarecki

Michael R. Jarecki

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration

53 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1515, Chicago, IL

About Michael

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

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21 years

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 9 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2016

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Michael R Jarecki

53 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1515, Chicago, IL, 60604-3475

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Michael R. Jarecki's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

173 Client Reviews

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Posted by Yuriy. | April 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Strongly recommended!

My husband and I met with Michael right before Thanksgiving last year, we were applying for my permanent resident status based on our marriage. Michael was very clear about how to put all of the paperwork together and what it would take to get to the interview. All of the papers were filed at the beg...inning of December. We were approved for an interview for March 24th, it went very well. Michael was there for us when we needed him. Our application was approved the same day and within a week I received my Green card. It took 4 month from the time paperwork was filed and the date of receiving the "Green card". Absolutely fantastic and all of our fears simply got dissolved. I would strongly recommend Michael's services to anyone who is looking for a professional with great expertise. Again, can't be happier. I already booked my tickets to fly to Russia and BACK today. Great work!

Posted by Gloria | April 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing lawyer

My husband and I contacted Michael to help us with our green card process, we were extremely satisfied with his services, Michael is very attentive, detailed oriented and fast, our case was processed pain and worry free in just 3 months. We can't thank him enough for all his help.

Posted by Masuzyo | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Service

I have worked with a few lawyers in Chicago, Michael is simply OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!! He is very professional, thorough and efficient. He is very considerate, and not just about making money. He has worked with me on 2 cases and both were approved with no issues at all. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him!!!!!!!!

Posted by Julie and Blanca | March 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Mike is a phenomenal lawyer!!!

We have never written a review before but this time we must. Mike and his staff (Jessica Walstrum) did an awesome job with our case. We are from different states and it didn't make any difference in our interaction, any concerns or questions were answered in a timely manner, they were always courteou...s and professional. When we met with him we knew he was the right one to help us. Ours was a marriage immigration case. Mike guided us through the process from step one to the approval of the green card. It didn't seem that our interview went very well, this is when Mike shined and reassured us and made us feel at ease in a very stressful situation. He was right. Love won. Mike is a very honest and exceptional lawyer that we would highly recommend to anyone and everyone who needs an immigration lawyer. Another job well done Mike (Jessica). Thank you so much. Thank you for everything you did, you guys ROCK!

Posted by Tony | March 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

An "awe-inspiring" immigration lawyer that changed my life...

I have heard of Michael from prominent well-known Chicago community leaders since 2012 but, I never approach him to seek his help. Until 2015 when my mother and father were caught in an "enigmatic" immigration situation. That is when, I realized that, I needed the most effective, trustworthy and dire...ct (down-to-earth with a hint of cowboy attitude) lawyer that, I can easily work with. Also would have the courage to put me in my place when, I needed it. I'm planning to go and visit the holy basilica Guadalupe in April 2016. Just to say thank you for being blessed to find a "heroic" lawyer who was able to help my parents come out of the shadows and he helped them so much!! They are in the righteous path so they can gain their U.S citizenship on their own. His staff is amazing especially Jessica who is a lionhearted person who truly knows when to cheer you up and is also eager to help you.

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Michael R. Jarecki's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Perkins

Immigration lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Michael for 15-16 years and he is a compassionate and coinscious person and great attorney. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking help on an immigration or other legal matter."

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Jon Walker

Immigration lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an exceptionally knowledgeable immigration attorney."

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Joseph Brabender

Immigration lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a dedicated professional committed to treating his clients with dignity and respect. I refer my immigration matters to Mike and have been happy with his services."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Emerging Lawyers, Leading Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

One of the Best LGBT Attorneys under 40, The National LGBT Bar Association, Affiliate of the American Bar Association

Work Experience

2008 - 2015

Of Counsel, Law Offices of Daniel L. Weiss, LLC

Associations

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago Chapter)

Second Vice Chair

2006 - Present

Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago

Member

2005 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago Chapter)

Treasurer/Secretary

Education

2004

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Loyola University Chicago

Bachelor

Speaking Engagements

2015

Rocky Mountain Regional Immigration Law Conference, Denver, CO

Alternatives to H-1B Work Visas

2015

Federal Bar Association, Immigration Law Conference, Memphis, TN

Meeting the Challenges of Non-Immigrant Visas (B, F, H, L, O, P and R)

2015

AILA Annual Conference, Washington, DC

Mock Interviews—Advanced Marriage-Based Waiver and Naturalization Strategies

2014

Lavender Law Annual Conference, New York, NY

A New Urgency in Asylum Law

2014

AILA Annual Conference, Boston, MA

What Employment-Based Attorneys Should Know When Working with Same-Sex Couples

2013

AILA Chicago Chapter Meeting, Chicago, IL

Federal Court Case Experience from the Business-Based Immigration Case Perspective

2013

AILA Annual Conference, San Francisco, CA

'Ain't Too Proud to Beg:' USCIS District Office Practice

Languages

Spanish

English

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