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

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

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

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

William Brian Schiller's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

107 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (107) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 5 of 33 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Attorney.

Mr. Bill Schiller has been our family attorney for over 35 years. It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to write this testimonial for him on behalf of my family and myself. Mr. Bill’s first case that he handled for us goes back to the 90’s when he handled my dad’s Immigration case and subsequ...ently for the entire family Green Card the same year. The most recent case Mr. Bill worked on was for the Green Card for my spouse and my parents-in-law as well. It is unbelievable to see the consistency in sustaining the high standards of his work results and ease of working with him. Mr. Bill has also worked on the referred cases of our family friends and friends and all of them had a successful experience with him and they have got their green cards for they have thankful for referring him . Mr. Bill, ensures to have a thorough understanding of his clients requirements. He has the innate ability to demystify the process to us in layman language. His business acumen and domain expertise are impeccable and his eye for details is second to none. He is an authentic individual, as clients the process, challenges, financials, risks in fact everything associated to our cases were explained to us with utmost transparency. One critical aspect we think contributed to the success of all the cases was his proactive approach in being prepared for each process , preempting the issues/challenges and working to mitigate them. He has a pleasant persona and is very approachable, always an email or phone call away. His interpersonal relationships has fostered a seamless execution across multiple teams and contacts working on our case. He takes pride in his job and is genuinely happy to help and see people achieve and live their dreams. Our overall experience in a nutshell was stress-free. If you have Mr. Bill on your case, it is a decision you will not regret ever or be disappointed with the outcome of the results. Mr. Bill, once again we thank you for all your patience and kind support all through. We wish you the best in all your endeavors.

Posted by Victor M. | October 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EXCELLENT ATTORNEY, EXELLENT HUMAN, EXCELLENT TEAM, PROFESSIONAL AND EFFICIENT.

If you are looking for a professional and knowledgeable lawyer, William B. Schiller is the best! He helped me, my relatives and friends with excellent results. He is an honest and hard working professional in the field. He assisted us with the preparation of all of the required documents for the enti...re naturalization process. If we needed anything, he was an email or text away and always on call. He responded quickly and effectively to our questions or concerns regarding our case. I can write a book describing how committed, organized and skilled he is as a lawyer. His law office team is also amazing. They are kind, thorough and very competent. They truly care! In conclusion, William B. Schiller and his team are the best! I highly recommend them. They are worth every penny. My family and I will forever be thankful for everything they did for us.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A miraculous Diversity visa case!

I believe it was destined for me to meet Bill solely by accident so my life can change 180 degrees. I was randomly selected for a diversity visa (DV) and I wanted to adjust my status (AoS) while in the US as I had a job with an H1-b visa then. Initially, I filed my DS-260 application requesting to ha...ve my DV interview in a consulate outside the US. But, because of COVID, consular interviews were delayed and I found a job in the USA in June. I have consulted many attorneys who were not excited to take my case as AoS takes 1-2 years while I only had 3 months for my case to get approved. However, Bill decided to take the risk and was confident that there was a very good chance of success if we have planned it right. From day one, Bill and his associate (Naiara) worked tirelessly to get my paperwork done. Their efforts, efficiency, swiftness, and professionalism were like no other! They updated me every day and every step of the way. They made contacting and communicating with them super easy and accessible. They knew exactly what they were doing from the beginning, always anticipated what might go wrong and had plan B for them. Their enormous effort in contacting KCC (which was extremely difficult then) and pushing them to the limits made THE difference. I have no single doubt that they will be my first choice in all future immigration issues/queries, either for me or for my family and friends.

Posted by Raina | July 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Honest, professional and highly recommended.

I was standing at the crossroad of my life figuring out the next step in my life. This is when one of my friend introduced me to Bill Schiller. After carefully studying my case he agreed to represent it. During the course of meetings I found him very professional, detail oriented and knowledgeable ...in the subject. His guidance made me feel well prepared and secure. Very soon I was confident that my case was in safe hands. His associate Naiara was extremely approachable and responded to all my queries promptly. He and Naiara provided me clarity at each step and managed the process quiet efficiently. Overall it is because of him and Naiara I was able to return to the US which seemed impossible. I highly recommend him and his firm

Posted by Sami | May 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Asylum

Mr. Schiller is the Best attorney

My friend confidently recommended Mr. Schiller to me and it was the best recommendation he gave me! Mr Schiller is very capable and knowledgeable in his field, and the best attorney period! I worked with Mr. Schiller on my asylum case and I did not have a clue about the asylum process and that scared... me a bit and unfortunately at that time the political environment in the country wasn't welcoming which added to my fear. I called the firm and they gladly arranged a visit for me and welcomed me on short notice and I'm forever thankful for that! I met Mr. Schiller and his amazing team and he explained the process to me in detail and recommended what's best while giving me total autonomy and support in whatever I decided. I felt really comfortable after our conversation and I trusted Mr. Schiller without a single ounce of doubt in my heart with my complicated asylum case. We agreed to be honest to each other down to the smallest detail of things and that made me really happy and I felt that Mr. Schiller truly cared about me and my case. I couldn't help myself after that and I hugged Mr. Schiller (pre-pandemic times) and started my successful journey with him. I can confidently recommend Mr. Schiller to everyone based on my personal successful experience with him! I knocked on the last door that life had to offer and Mr. Schiller knocked that door down! Mr. Schiller is a great human being and the best attorney out there hands down and I will never forget him or our journey together and I will be forever thankful for knowing him! I will confidently recommend Mr. Schiller to everyone I know because I know out of personal experience and without a doubt that they will be in safe hands.

See All Client Reviews

William Brian Schiller's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse William
Tatiana Kadetskaya headshot
Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer. Very well respected."

Alla M. Karagodin headshot
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."

Paul A. Gilman headshot
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."

View All Endorsements
Yllka Antonela Seseri headshot
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

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution