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Stephen D. Berman
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Biography
Stephen Berman practices in his firm's Chicago and Milwaukee offices where he concentrates his work in the area of immigration and nationality law and handles all aspects of immigration law including employment and family based, temporary visa processing, investment and trade visas, applications for permanent residence and naturalization, humanitarian applications, removal defense, and both immigration court and federal court litigation, criminal aliens and appeals. He assists corporate clients in maintaining compliance with U.S. immigration laws and he works with foreign investors, entrepreneurs and executives to facilitate entry to the U.S. Stephen also works with individuals and families to secure legal status and U.S. citizenship.
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 19 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 34 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Immigration Attorneys, LLP
300 W Adams, Ste 500, Chicago, IL, 60606
Law Offices of Stephen D. Berman
8989 N Port Washington RD, Ste 201, Milwaukee, WI, 53217
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Case Results (47)
Recommendation (39)
Practice Area Knowledge (34)
Professionalism (29)
Responsiveness (29)
General Knowledge (28)
Advocacy (24)
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Character & Conduct (13)
Compassion (12)
Staff & Support (9)
Trustworthiness (9)
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Posted by Mohamud | February 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Recommended
The most professional, knowledgeable and trustworthy lawyer. I am very much appreciate the professionalism and quality services that Stephen and his team is offering. They helped my in a case . He guided me in every detail. He gave me all the needed information regarding every step and help...
Posted by Lety | January 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excelente Abogado
En todo momento contestaron mis preguntas, TODOS en esta oficina son muy profesionales desde la persona que contesta el teléfono, abogado, asistente! Con amplio conocimiento en las leyes de inmigración y siempre buscando la manera de ayudar en mi caso!!
Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
FROM REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS TO BEING A US CITIZEN
Time will not permit me to narrate all the immigration challenges and experiences I encountered. Having gone from hither and thither from one immigration attorney to another and spent a lot of money paying other immigration attorneys to get me out of this predicament without any luck, my case was a d...
Posted by Ralph | July 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Outstanding Immigration Attorney
When I applied for my Naturalization with the USCIS, they requested additional evidence after my interview, and that became circumstantially complicated for me. I then looked up Attorney Stephen, gave him a call and decided to hire him. I decided to hire him to take care of my naturalization case bec...
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Win-win situation
Big thanks Stephen. Throughout these trying times , your positivity, support and well knowledge have been a guiding light. I could have never received Approval Notice from USCIS without you and your incredible paralegals by my side.
Stephen D. Berman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have consulted with Attorney Stephen D. Berman and find him to be very knowledgeable in immigration matters. He throughly evaluates a situation while recognizing the human element to these cases. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Berman provides a much-needed service on Avvo and donates time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Berman is experienced, knowledgeable, and limits his practice to almost exclusively immigration."
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"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stephen is a highly skilled and well-known attorney in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism and work ethic. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation."
"Stephen is a top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. His answers to questions posed are very informative and well though out."
"I have worked with Steve a number of years ago, and find him to be very knowledgeable and an expert in the field of immigration law. He has always been my go to guy in serious and complex immigration matters."
"I endorse Mr. Berman. His contributions are great and provide a library of experience for other practitioners. His answers reflect a strong knowledge of both law and procedure."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"This attorney has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality representation to clients. Experience and proven results!"
"Stephen is a knowledgeable lawyer and a great mentor. He is a fearless, zealous advocate for clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Stephen Berman. He is a highly-skilled attorney with years of experience practicing exclusively in the field of immigration and nationality law. His knowledge base is exceptional and his clients benefit tremendously in their cases before USCIS, the Executive Office of Immigration Review, the appellate courts, etc."
"Mr. Berman 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."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have reviewed many of Attorney Berman's responses to complicated legal matters. His thoughtful and insightful answers demonstrate that he has the utmost knowledge of Immigration law and is a passionate advocate for his clients. He is a great asset to the immigration bar and I wholeheartedly endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2004
Pro Bono Award, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
Work Experience
2006 - 2011
Managing Partner, AzulaySeiden Law Group
1997 - 2006
Owner, Law Offices of Stephen Berman,Ltd.
1991 - 1997
Staff Attorney, Azulay and Azulay
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago chapter)EOIR Liaison
1998 - Present
HIAS ChicagoBoard Member
1994 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
AILA Wisconsin ChapterChapter Chair
2014 - 2015
AILA ChicagoAsylum Office Liaison
2007 - 2008
American Immigration Lawyers Association chapter (Wisconsin), Department of Motor VehiclesLiason
2006 - 2007
American Immigration Lawyers Association chapter (Chicago), Department of Motor Vehicles CommitteeChair
2005 - 2006
American Immigration Lawyers Association chapter (Chicago), Social Security Administration CommitteeChair
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Education
1991
Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Colgate University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Crimmigration
Criminal Law and Immigration
2014
Removal for Experts
Removal Defense
2014
Immigration Enforcement in the Workplace
Workplace Enforcement
2012
Litigation Roundtable
Affidavits of Support, Enforcement
2011
Immigration Law Fundamentals
Fundamentals of Immigration Law
2011
Advanced Immigration Law Update
Advanced Immigration Law Update
Publications
2019
Linked In
New E2 Visa Availability
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
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17 Apr 2026
Q&A
How can I make sure I can get my USCIS premium processing refund back?
17 Apr 2026
Q&A
Can my husband petition me. I entered illegally since a child.
16 Apr 2026