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 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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Showing 26 - 30 of 31 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Juan and Andres | February 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Simply the BEST

We contacted Michael after doing some extensive research on immigration lawyers, and we are so glad we did! From the beginning to the end of the process Michael was very professional, knowledgeable, and available for any inquiries about our specific process. Our journey was smooth, very straight fo...rward and Michael and his team were there every step of the way. I can't even start to imagine hiring any one else after the great experience we had with his Law Firm. HIGHLY recommended and best of praises.

Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration

My partner and I were referred to Michael by a law firm. In the very first discussion, Michael advised us as to the process we would go through - the steps and the timeframe - for my partner to come to the US and for us to marry. As we had lived in several countries, we encountered a number of addi...tional document requirements which Michael and his staff led us through - patiently and in detail. With out hesitation, we would recommend Michael. He made a dream come true.

Posted by Jonathan | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Service

TN visa: From the outset my case was extremely difficult given that I had just two prior denials at the border (within 2 weeks). From my first consultation with Michael, he immediately quelled all of my fears and laid out various options which we could proceed forward with. He was always available fo...r additional discussion and follow-up and once we agreed upon the best path to move forward, he processed and completed all the paperwork immediately to attempt to get an approval as quick as possible. He was able to provide sufficient evidence and rationale to reverse the two prior (denial) decisions at the border through USCIS, which ultimately produced an approval. Michael and his team and extremely knowledge and personable. Highly recommended.

Posted by VP | October 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Human and professional

Mr. Jarecki was recommended to us on a professional level and since the first meeting we were absolutely happy with the services. Mike was kind, super professional and solved all our doubts and questions as soon as we were asking them. He was able to figure out our visa issues and we didn't have a s...ingle problem because of him. I cannot recommend him enough.

Posted by Andrew | August 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The best immigration attorney we could have asked for.

Michael and his team is one of the best counsel available in the town for any immigration related issue. He is extremely knowledgeable who knows the business so well. From the time we started our K1 application till the approval of the green card he has taken care of everything. From preparing the pa...perworks, contacting the immigration department, Michael and his team has always been with us at every step providing the right counsel and the right direction making the expectations very clear. With all the help he has made things go extremely smooth for us due to which I have received all my permits including my green card on time without having to worry about any of the legal procedures. He has a very thorough knowledge about every nook and corner of the complex immigration structure which made us aware of each step involved thus providing a very clear picture and the right timeline of events. He has a great group of people working for him with special mention to (Jessica Harlan) who together as a team takes care of all the legalities involved making any complex immigration procedure as easy as it could possibly be. We received the reference of Michael from a friend of ours and we are so glad that we took his suggestion. He will always be my first point of contact for any help required regarding immigration related issues and will undoubtedly recommend him to anyone who needs the same. You guys do a great work there.

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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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