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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107 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ranjan | April 19, 2012 | Immigration

EB-1A Premium processing successful

Bill Schiller and his case manager Kristen Johnson were absolutely fantastic while handling my case under the category of EB-1A (premium processing). Their job was so thorough that my case was successful and it was really a great relief to see my I-140 approved in 2 weeks. The aspect that i liked the... most about Bill Schiller is that he is very realistic and likes perfection from every angle while preparing a case. He and Kristen always pushed me to get everything on file so that there were no loopholes left in my greencard application packet and the supporting documents. Another important thing about Bill is that every time you send him an email, he gets back in less than 5-10 minutes. That was also true for my case manager (Kristen) who works with Bill. She was very prompt and cared for every single detail in my application. I highly recommend all EB-1A/B applicants to let Bill present their cases and i am sure he will get your application approved. Thanks a lot Bill Schiller and Kristen Johnson!

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2012 | Immigration

Thanks! Good Job! Bill

As a researcher in the field of gene delivery and radiopharmaceutical sciences in the university, Bill helped me successfully filed EB1B. With little question about the fulfillment of those criteria, the RFE requested me to provide some documentation about title. With my recent publications of 3 firs...t-author and 3 co-author articles, a few presentations in conference and book chapter, and overall over 70 citations, Bill polished my whole package with great shining points. He is easy-going, knowledgeable in immigrant policies and decisive.

Posted by Surabhi | February 17, 2012 | Immigration

Excellent and thorough attorney

Bill Schiller handled my application for permanent residency as outstanding researcher (EB1) while I was employed as a researcher in an academic institution. My case took longer than average for approval, but Mr. Schillers office was always prompt in calling up the USCIS to follow up. He himself was ...always upbeat and positive during the whole process, which was always encouraging. He was very very thorough in helping me format the required recommendation letters and all the supporting documents like publications and citations. We frequently touch-based during the document preparation stage. I would definitely recommend Bill as an excellent immigration attorney.

Posted by Meng | February 05, 2012 | Immigration

Excellent immigration lawyer

I am a researcher in the cancer research field and working for a state University. Mr. Schiller and his colleges helped me with my NIW I-140 case. Their expertise and skills are extremely impressive to me. Each of their staff is very nice and efficient. The draft letters they prepared for me are so p...rofessional and beautiful. My I-140 got approved in 5 months. I really appreciate their expert help.

Posted by Xinlu | February 03, 2012 | Immigration

He is an excellent expert in immigration

I have been a postdoc in plant sciences for several years. I filed my EB2-NIW in July 2007,and received RFE from USCIS for my qualification. I had to return RFE in 30 days! I felt hopeless. My friend recommended me to seek help from Mr. William Brian Schiller. I was luckily to find the right attorne...y for my tough case. In 30 days, he prepared 9 wonderful reference letters, and all other documents. My I140 was approved in 5 days after he filed my application. Since that, I asked his help for my I485 RFE. In the last stages, my visa had been current for 2 months, but I did not hear any news from USCIS. I485s of my family were approved after his staff kept to contact with USCIS. He is very professional in USA immigration, very helpful, and takes care of his clients. I strongly recommend him for your immigration.

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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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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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