Michelle Giawaya Neal

Michelle Giawaya Neal

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 35 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

20 East Jackson Blvd., Suite 1650, Chicago, IL

About Michelle

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

Removal Hearings Family -based immigration

90%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 34 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1991

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 35 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1990

Terminated - Nonpayment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michelle Giawaya Neal

20 East Jackson Blvd., Suite 1650, Chicago, IL, 60604

The Law Offices of Michelle Neal

55 E Jackson Blvd Ste 325, Chicago, IL, 60604-4187

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Michelle Giawaya Neal's Reviews

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29 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ines | July 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Asylum

My gratitude

I sincerely thank my lawyer Michelle Neal who helped me with my asylum application. She showed her expertise, professionalism, and experience in this area. I recommend Michelle Neal to anyone who needs a lawyer. Keep doing a great job!

Posted by Charles Rwangs | July 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Asylum

Appreciation

I am incredibly grateful for the outstanding legal support I received from my attorney Michelle Neal during my asylum case. From our very first meeting, she demonstrated professionalism, empathy, and a deep understanding of the complexities involved in my situation. Thanks to her hard work and comm...itment, my case was resolved successfully, and I now feel safe and hopeful for the future of my family. I highly recommend my attorney Michelle Neal to anyone seeking legal help with asylum or immigration matters. Her dedication and expertise truly made a difference in my life. Thank you for everything!

Posted by Hydyr | July 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Marriage based green card

I couldn’t be more grateful for the outstanding support I received from my attorney, Michelle Neal. From the very beginning, she was incredibly attentive, thorough, and always available to answer any questions I had. Her diligence and responsiveness made a stressful process feel manageable and well-p...repared. Michelle was by my side every step of the way, ensuring every detail of my case was handled with care and precision. Thanks to her dedication and expertise, I felt confident and supported throughout the entire journey. I highly recommend Michelle Neal to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and reliable immigration attorney. She’s truly exceptional at what she does.

Posted by Raija | May 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Asylum

Excellent Lawyer

I had the pleasure of working with Michelle Neal while helping a dear friend with his asylum case. There had been many mistakes before he hired Michelle and she guided us through those and prepared my friend for his immigration appointment. She was also very helpful in advising my friend on many i...ssues including to get some counseling. Michelle was very personable and professional.

Posted by PHILIP | March 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional service!

I highly recommend Michelle Neal as an outstanding immigration lawyer. Her expertise and professionalism were instrumental in resolving my immigration issues. After attending an interview without legal representation, I encountered some problems due to misunderstandings and miscommunication. My ap...plication process came to a halt, leaving me worried and uncertain. Fortunately, a childhood friend strongly recommended Michelle, and I'm grateful for that referral. From the initial consultation, Michelle demonstrated exceptional professionalism and took the time to understand my situation. Under Michelle's guidance, my immigration issues were promptly addressed, and I'm thrilled to report that my application was approved. Her knowledge, efficiency, and dedication are truly impressive.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Associations

Pan African Association

Board Member

Education

1988

Rutgers Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Goucher College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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