William Brian Schiller

William Brian Schiller

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

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

151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

William B. Schiller represents clients nationally in individual and employment-based immigration cases. He has regularly appeared as a speaker at educational and professional seminars across the country and represents many individuals, corporations, universities, professionals (including scientists, researchers and professors) in matters before the USCIS. Mr. Schiller also dedicates his practice to representing families and individuals in complex immigration matters.

33 years

90%
Asylum 10%

33 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 38 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1987

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 36 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1989

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP

151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL, 60606

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William Brian Schiller's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

107 Client Reviews

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Posted by McGill | October 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Experience, compassion, ethical and results driven

I have worked with Bill Schiller for about 20 years. He managed my case from B2 - F1 - H1B - Green card - Citizenship. At every step of the way he helped me organize copious amounts of documents and ensured that everything was submitted correctly. He made the entire process simple and easy to follo...w. His costs were beyond reasonable given the complexity and amount of time required for each step. He was with me through the interview process and it helped alleviate the intense amount of anxiety that goes with. Bill's wealth of knowledge, expertise and kindness are invaluable. You will not find better representation you can trust. He is also incredibly easy to work with and an all round wonderful person. I have referred Bill to friends and family and will continue to do so as long as he is practicing. Bill Schiller is the reason that I can enjoy all the perks, privileges and responsibilities of being a US citizen.

Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A highly recommended great immigration lawyer

My wife and I worked with Bill and his staff to apply for a green card. William Schiller is a very knowledgeable ,Honest, professional, quickly responsive and completely supportive .Always informs us of each and every step of the any immigration process . Bill is an outstanding attorney.Mr. Schiller... always promptly responded to my phone calls and e-mails. He clearly stated the process related to the application. I felt confident having Mr. Schiller help me file the application . He is amazing attorney ever.

Posted by John | August 19, 2014 | Immigration

Outstanding Immigration Attorney team

My wife and I worked with Bill through the process me getting my green card. Bill and his team Olga and Yllka were great to work with in every step of the process. It is always scary going through immigration but they really made it easy. They were always there for us, it really feels you have an att...orney 24/7 that really cares about you. They did an outstanding job with documentation and filling the application all the way to the interview. We were so impressed on how they handled all that paperwork, it's really amazing , definitely an attorney you can trust! Plus Bill and the girls are super cool and fun people that make you feel comfortable around them. We're so grateful to have worked with such great people. Bill will be no doubt our immigration attorney for any other case in the future. I highly recommend Bill to anyone that needs help with any Immigration issues! Thank you, Bill, Olga and Yllka, you are great!

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2014 | Immigration

Excellent Lawyer!

Bill and Olga were outstanding with my case. Very helpful to me and my husband. When I was introduced to Bill, I had very little trust in immigration lawyers (due to past experience). I have to say Bill gained my trust right away! He and his team were very responsive and very quick to work on my cas...e. Everything went smoothly and Bill was very patient with every little question I had. Thank you once again!

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2014 | Immigration

Just oustanding!!

I highly recommend Bill Schiller. He handled my O-1 Visa case and my husband's O-3 Visa in a very short time frame (with ~ a month left) to prepare and submit my application. It was also during the Holidays when we contacted him and we were not even thinking his office will take my case given the sh...ort deadline for submission and with a visa/appointment about to expire. Nevertheless, Bill and his associate Kate Ramos decided to take my case without hesitation. They were also reliable since every time we contacted them (even several times a day), they always got back to us via email and if needed over the phone or in person. The good news is that my visa came right on time, thus I am very happy with the outcome. You can tell they are people with integrity. Thus, strongly recommend Bill Schiller and his associates.

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William Brian Schiller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer. Very well respected."

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Alla Karagodin

Immigration lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Bill’s work. Bill has a broad range of expertise in all aspects of immigration law, including employment-based, family-based and asylum cases. Having worked with Bill in both the law firm and academic settings, I can only echo the praise heard universally from his clients, colleagues and students."

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Paul Gilman

Immigration lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Bill for many years. He is an recognized expert in the area and extremely well respected. Clients are without exception extermely satisfied with Bill. I highly recommend Bill."

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Yllka Seseri

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2017

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2017

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2016

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Illinois Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2014

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2014

Illinois Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2013

Illinois Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2013

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2012

Illinois Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2011

Illinois Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2010

Illinois Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2009

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Super Lawyers - Corporate Counsel Edition, Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Illinois Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

2000

Pro Bono Leadership Award, Midwest Immigrant and Human Rights Center

Associations

2017 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member, International and Immigration Law Section Council

2004 - Present

NAFSA Association of International Educators

Member

1995 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1987 - Present

Chicago Bar Association, Immigration and Nationality Law Committee

Member (Past Chair)

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2017

International Network of Boutique Law Firms

Member

2007 - 2011

Immigration Project

Vice President/Board Member

Education

1991

Kings College, University of London

LL.M - Master of Laws

1987

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

DePaul College of Law Asylum & Immigration Law Clinic

Immigration Remedies - DOMA and Beyond

2010

Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights

Asylum

2007

Protecting Non-US Citizens, Their Families and Employers

Immigration Law

2007

2007 Annual Conference

Employment-Based IVs - Non-Labor Certification Preferences

Publications

2017

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2016

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2015

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2014

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2013

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2011

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2010

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2009

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2008

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

2008

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) - "Immigration Law Client Strategies" Chapter: Working Effectively with Corporate and Individual Clients in Immigration Law

2007

Navigating the Fundamentals of Immigration Law: Guidance and Tips for Successful Practice (AILA Publications) Employment-Based Immigration: The First Three Preferences

Languages

Spanish

French

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