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Kevin Lawrence Dixler

Immigration Attorney at Chicago, IL

4.9   53 reviews
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  • Licensed for 30 years
    State IL
    Acquired 1993
    Status
    Active and Authorized to Practice Law No misconduct found

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About Kevin

Learn Kevin’s areas of practice.

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Practice area
  1. Immigration
    100%
    Our office promotes its practice in family immigration, Federal Court Immigration litigation, criminal removal/deportation, naturalization, and deferred inspection. We limit our business immigration practice to complex processing and litigation issues.

    30 years, 7,380 cases

CANDID, EXPERIENCED, THOUGHTFUL, AND REASONABLE IMMIGRATION, NATURALIZATION, AND VISA ADVICE. OFFICE IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR U.S.C.I.S. AN APPOINTMENT OR ZOOM CONFERENCE MAY BE ALL THAT IS NEEDED. CALL NOW!

Mr. Dixler specializes in immigration, visa law, citizenship and related matters since 1993. He is a 29 year member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. He now serves on the AILA Chicago Chapter’s liaison committee between prosecutors and private attorneys practicing in the Chicago Immigration Courts. Mr. Dixler was nominated and named a Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer in immigration for the last nine consecutive years. Many are marriage-based and family immigration clients. However, he is experienced in all aspects of immigration and visa law. He has exceptional insight on cancellation of removal and waiver work.

Mr. Dixler represents those in Immigration Court facing asylum referrals, criminal deportation and challenging family matters, among other issues. Criminal defense attorneys contact him about the immigration consequences of a criminal record for their foreign born clients. He has significant experience with waivers of inadmissibility for crime, J-1 visas, misrepresentation, and unlawful presence. He has served as a speaker and writer for AILA on these topics, among others. Mr. Dixler successfully defends clients in the Immigration Courts, Board of Immigration Appeals and Federal Courts. He has filed successful lawsuits against the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Service in Federal Court to challenge unreasonable delays with adjudication, naturalization denials, and name checks. He is also functionally bilingual in Spanish. Mr. Dixler is a Native Chicagoan, who is originally from the Central Rogers Park neighborhood.

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Top Contributor 2022,2018,2017,2016,2015,2014,2013,2012
Top Contributor
2022 2018 2017 + 5 ...
Client's Choice 2015,2013,2012,2010
Client's Choice
2015 2013 2012 + 1 ...

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Immigration Law Offices Of Kevin L Dixler
542 S. Dearborn St.
Suite 590
Chicago, IL, 60605-1573

Reviews

4.9 / 5.0
  53 customer reviews
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Client's Choice 2015
Client's Choice
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Posted by Jilei | February 1, 2018
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Smart and Responsible
I've met many lawyers for my H1-b denial. Kevin is the best and far better than the others. While others mostly keep boasting and just want me to hire them for the appeal, Kevin read my denial letter word by word and explained the reason and consequences carefully to me. He stayed to the truth and gave me realistic advices. He then prepared the document for me that did significant help to solve my issue. His advice is based on fact and logic rather than boasts and blind confidence. I will definitely choose him for my future immigration issues and will recommend him to my friends.
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Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
I totally recommend Kevin
I went to Kevin with a big immigration issue and urgency. He went to the root of the problem and solved really quick. He definitely knows what he is doing and he is very persistent. My consulted fees were subtracted from the hiring fees, so that was very nice. I had a very positive experience working with Kevin, so I will absolutely keep working with him.
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Posted by Stephen | April 17, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Fantastic immigration lawyer
Kevin and Gazala were a pleasure to work with. They made the immigration process easy and even with a few bumps in the road we went successfully through the K-1 progress all the way to conditional green card. Can’t recommend Kevin’s office enough!
Posted by anonymous | October 5, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Exceptional Lawyer
Mr. Dixler is an exceptional lawyer, from the day we started working together he has been nothing but a great resource and help. He patiently advised me and always kept me up to date all the way until I got my citizenship recently. Overall I am very happy with his services and would definitely recommend him for anyone who needs help with their case.
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Posted by Mian Toor | September 29, 2020
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| Consulted Attorney
Excellent
I was Hopeless to be united with my Family wife and children in usa , Due to criminal charges ,i contacted Mr Dixler 2010 , he work about 3 weeks on my file and send me opinion letter and showed me Legal way to unite , thanks to him he was very kind , and experienced , and fee was very reasonable even he spent few hours without charging any thing , i have been living with my family in us since 2015 Thanks to him
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Posted by Kinga | January 13, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Kevin L Dixler Law Office - Excellent Immigration Lawyer
I have known Mr. Kevin L Dixler for 15 years - originally, for my own marriage-based immigration proceedings, including removal of the 2-year home country residency requirement, temporary then final permanent residence proceedings, and finally, almost a decade later, my United States citizenship case - all with successful results; more recently we worked with his office for my father's permanent residence case - also successfully resolved in record 7 months, filing, biometrics, and approval/receipt of green card included! He, and his assistant, Gazala, have been outstanding to work with - they have a wealth of expertise, are professional, and caring. We always felt that we were more than clients to them - that they cared that our family stayed united. I strongly recommend Mr. Kevin L. Dixler's office for any immigration related case you, or your loved ones might have. He is a principled, honest, and recognized lawyer who's support will speed up your USCIS filing and resolution. Hiring him is money very well spent.
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Posted by anonymous | August 1, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent job!
Gazala is the best! It was a good preparation of needed documents to establish my case. Mr. Dixler is a well experienced lawyer. Thank you for your time and effort!
Posted by Artur | July 30, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Kevin is the best !
He solved my almost dead case as puzzle. He's the best of the best! Very recommend!!!
Posted by Kumaravel | March 16, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Thankyou!!
I reached Mr.Kevin dixler for my dependents i485 processing on May 2017. Mr.Dixler could able to help me with providing all the necessary details with lots of patience and clarity. His assitant Gazala was also great in helping us to provide information on getting the necessary support documents. She always calls you about the progess of the case and next steps which makes you feel they never forgot you after filing and always be in touch professionally. When ever i call Mr.Dixler for any information they answer right back. My dependents I485 finally got approved Feb 2018. We are really happy and relieved from the stress. Thanks to Mr.Dixler and his assistant. We will definitely recommend Mr.Dixler for our friends, colleagues and to anyone for the immigration related assistance.
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Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Hired Attorney Dixler
2000-2001 I hired Attorney Dixler to represent my husband. Trust him, he gives solid legal advice and is a experienced immigration lawyer. I would hire him again if needed and would not hesitate to recommend him to friends and family.
Response from Kevin Dixler February 20, 2017
Thank you!
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2015
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| Hired Attorney
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Immigration advice session
Kevin called me back less than 5 minutes after I had made my payment online for a consultation. I can't put into words how extremely helpful he was. He answered every question that I had, as well as giving me a lot of extra information that was relevant. Talking to Kevin settled my mind entirely and made me feel a lot more comfortable with my current situation. If I need immigration advice or aid in the future I will 100% be contacting him.
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Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2015
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Immigration advice session
I received valuable advice. Answers to my questions were detailed and well explained. Great experience overall!
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2015
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Immigration advice session
Excellent guidance.
Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2015
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Immigration advice session
Extremely satisfied
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2015
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Immigration advice session
To the point and detailed explanation without running around the bush.
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2015
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Immigration advice session
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Really took the time to assist and offer next steps. I highly recommend you seek his expertise.
Posted by Leisha | December 21, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Highly recommend!!
I had a complicated case, I had to do my research and choose the best attorney for me. I had a 10min consultation with another attorney and left more worried then what I went in. I came across Kevin Dixler and was impressed with his profile and genuinely had a good feeling. I immediately scheduled an appointment and was pleasantly supprises with how well I was treated! They spent hours with me going through my situation, they told me some of their experiences, the attorney even told me stories about his personal life, and even advised me in mine! I literally felt important and at ease, they were both very down to earth and really good to talk to! I left feeling great and confident and this carried on through out the process. They would always answer my phone calls and I never felt rushed. They are very maticulous as they really do take pride in everything they do. I will use them again for sure!!
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Posted by Yulia | December 11, 2015
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| Hired Attorney
Thank you Mr. Dixler!
It's been a few years since I hired Mr. Dixler. He and his assistant are very efficient and knowledgeable. I called the office the last minute before my interview and I was able to get a hold of Mr. Dixler directly and explain him my complicated situation. I am so grateful I called him. There is no doubt I would go back to their office.
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Posted by Irena | August 4, 2015
Wonderful job!
I contacted Mr. Dixler and his office with a very complicated case and very limited time. From the time of consultation to sending the paperwork to Immigration him and his office did miracles for me. Mr. Dixler was always available thru phone call or email. I have contacted lawyers before him, that did paid consultation with me and never followed up or took on the case. I highly recommend! If it wasn't for him taking on my case I would have had to leave the country in September this year.
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Posted by anonymous | August 1, 2015
Knowledgeable and by far the best!
I hired Mr. Dixler as our immigration lawyer in our filing (I-485) and I'm glad that we did. We was very relieved to see how Mr. Dixler has extreme knowledge of this process and was open and honest and made my wife and I feel confident. We never had any point in our case where we did not understand what was happening or what to expect, he even prepped us for our immigration interview and exactly what to expect. We filed on March and got our interview on July which was great and got accepted on the day of the interview couple of hours later. This was definitely the best interaction that I've had with an immigration attorney and I would definitely recommend him!
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Cost

Rates
  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Principal
  • Law Offices of Kevin L. Dixler
  • 1993 - Present

Education

  • John Marshall Law School, Chicago
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1992
  • University of Illinois, Chicago
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1988
  • University of Illinois, Chicago
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1988

Legal Cases

  • Sanchez v. Holder, et. al., 1:12 cv 06484
  • settled for plaintiff without defendant answer, dismissed with prejudice by Plaintiff after Oath Ceremony
  • Chruscik v. Dorchoff, 11 cv 120
  • U.S.C.I.S. agreed to vacate and approve Naturalization
  • Mozdzen v. Holder, 622 F.3d 680 (7th Cir. 2010)
  • Overuled with dicta on other issues and issued as a precedent.
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Associations

  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Rome District chapter)
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Greater Chicago chapter)
  • Active Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Associates (Chicago C
  • Office of the Principal Legal Counsel Liaison Committee, Member
  • 2021 - 2022
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • USCIS Field Operations Liaison Committee, Member
  • 2018 - 2020
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago chapter)
  • Member - Liaison Committee - ICE-Office of the Chief Counsel
  • 2017 - 2018
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago chapter)
  • Member, Ethics Sub-Committee
  • 2017 - 2018
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • 2017 Annual Conference Program Committee
  • 2016 - 2017
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago chapter)
  • Member, EOIR Liaison Committee
  • 2015 - 2016
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago chapter)
  • Ethics Committee, Member
  • 2009 - 2011
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (Greater Chicago chapter)
  • Ethics and Unlawful Practice of Law, Co-Chair
  • 2008 - 2009
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • National Waivers Committee, Committee Member
  • 2006 - 2007
  • American Immigratrion Lawyers Association - Chicago Chapter
  • Parliamentarian
  • 2003 - 2004
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • National Admissions and Removal Committee, Committee Member
  • 2000 - 2001
  • Chicago Bar Association, Immigration and Nationality Law Committee
  • Member
  • 1993 - 2006
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • Urdu
  • Hindi
  • Ukrainian
  • Russian
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Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyer
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2023
  • Super Lawyers
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2022
  • Super Lawyers
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2021
  • Super Lawyers
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2020
  • AV Preeminent Rating
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2019
  • Super Lawyers
  • Thomson West Publishing
  • 2019
  • Super Lawyers
  • Thomson West Publishing
  • 2018
  • Super Lawyer
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2017
  • Super Lawyer
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2016
  • Super Lawyer
  • Thomson West Publishing
  • 2015
  • Super Lawyer
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2014
  • Top Lawyers in Illinois
  • American Lawyer Media
  • 2013
  • Special Recognition
  • Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
  • 1998
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Publications

  • Annual Conference Materials, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
  • Naturalization and Citizenship Requirements, Updated with Phillip Hornik, et. al.
  • 2017
  • AILA's Focus on Waivers Under the Immigration and Nationality Act
  • Contributor, not Author.
  • 2008
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
  • The Most Compelling and Exigent Circumstances: Humanitarian Parole Requests Outside the Ports of Entry
  • 2002

Speaking Engagements

  • 2017 Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA
  • The End of the Road: Basics of Naturalization Applications, Fundamentals Track
  • 2017
  • AILA Overcoming Naturalization Delays and Denials
  • Citizenship through Naturalization
  • 2016
  • Annual Conference Nashville, TN
  • Some Kind of Trouble: Problem Issues in Naturalization Cases
  • 2012
  • Interactive Legal Ethics 2010: Immigration Practitioners R U Ready?
  • Immigration Legal Ethics
  • 2010
  • 2nd Annual Ethics Conference
  • Client Contact, Management, Conflicts, Internet, and Social Networking Panel
  • 2009
  • AILA's 2006 Annual Conference on Immigration Law
  • Mock Naturalization Interview
  • 2006
  • The Berlin Wall: Inadmissibility, Waivers and Port of Entry Issues
  • Crimes - 212(h) Waivers of Inadmissibility
  • 2005
  • AILA's 2002 Annual Conference on Immigration Law
  • Humanitarian Parole and Public Interest Parole - Is This Even Possible?
  • 2002
  • AILA Chicago Chapter CLE
  • NSEERS Special Registration; Chicago Regulations and Memos
  • 2002
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Attorney endorsements

Received (38)
Given (13)
Endorse Kevin
Immigration Attorney | Aug 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kevin has devoted his entire career to the practice of immigration. He maintains an impressive command of this area of law and keeps current on the legislative trends as they develop. Kevin is passionate about doing his best for his clients. I definitely recommend him."
Immigration Attorney | Jul 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dixler is experienced and skillful. He is a longtime member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association."
Immigration Attorney | Jan 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dixler is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
Unknown Attorney | Jun 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Feb 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Jan 21
Relationship: Other
"Hands down the best immigration lawyer you can find. Highly recommended!"
Immigration Attorney | Jan 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dixler is knowledgeable and would stop at nothing to get the best results for his clients."
Immigration Attorney | Dec 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse this Mr. Dixler. Kevin has been a colleague and a friend for many years and i am proud to endorse him. He is highly respected member of the bar and a frequent contributor to Avvo and immigration law. Talented, tough and thorough."
Immigration Attorney | Dec 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse attorney Dixler for his insightful and professional immigration advice on Avvo."
Immigration Attorney | Dec 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
Immigration Attorney | Jul 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | May 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
Unknown Attorney | Feb 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community."
Immigration Attorney | Oct 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. His answers to immigration questions are always insightful. He is very knowledgable of immigration law."
Immigration Attorney | Aug 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Jul 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've enjoyed reading Kevin's spot-on answers on Avvo. I gladly endorse his immigration know-how."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Excellent lawyer. Very well respected."
Immigration Attorney | Jun 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse attorney Dixler. He is deeply involved in the Avvo community and his expertise and passion is evident in his answers to questions. I highly recommend this attorney."
Immigration Attorney | May 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Dixler has made a substantial number of contributions on avvo.com. I have read several of his contributions and have found them to be thoughtful, informative and practical. I endorse this lawyer's work."
Immigration Attorney | Feb 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Dixler is a knowledgeable lawyer who is generous with his time and expertise. I recommend him."
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