Lisa Scott

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Lisa Scott

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Immigration Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration

417 West Eugenie, Chicago, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Lisa

Biography

34+ years of experience in immigration law, providing hope and help in these challenging times

Working in immigration law since 1981, a law professor, and selected to be an immigration judge

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

We handle individual, family- and employment- based immigration. We also provide legal advice on global migration. Experienced in I-9 and employer verification compliance. Frequent speaker on immigration topics.

40 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 39 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1986

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Scott Global Migratio​n Law Group

417 West Eugenie, Chicago, IL, 60614

scottimmigration.com

Online Presence

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Lisa Scott's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

112 Client Reviews

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Posted by Manojkumar | February 11, 2019 | Immigration

Highly Recommended

I know Lisa for the past 2 years. I met her initially in my University (UIUC) for a Immigration info session. A huge shout out to her as she makes an effort every year to travel and educate us with the Immigration process for International students. Lisa was very knowledge and precise. She has been k...ind and helpful since then. I have consulted Lisa for international travel options on OPT without a job offer and a number of times regarding my H1B petition from F1. It amazes me how she can respond at such a faster phase (almost instant) with a clear response and all possible options for the situation. I would highly recommend Lisa if you have any doubts with the US Immigration process!

Lisa Scott

Replied last February 11, 2019

Thank you for the kind words. I really like the time I get to spend with international students. I have been holding these kind of informative sessions at several universities (UIUC, DePaul, University of Toledo, Loyola, University of Illinois (UIC), UChicago Booth School of Business, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, going back to the 1990s. I think it is really important for students to create a strategy outlining immigration options as early as possible.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

NIW

Lisa Scott is one amazing lawyer who goes above and beyond to help, and is arguably one of the best in the Chicago. I had reached out to Lisa last year in hopes to get an O-1 Artist Visa for visual arts after being a recent graduate in my Optional Practical Training (OPT). Instead of doing the bare m...inimum, Lisa and her team reviewed my case and decided to go with a National Interest Waiver (NIW). Throughout the whole entire process Lisa and her team were professional, kind, courteous, and timely with responses. It’s important to understand the people who work with Lisa both present and past are empathetic and ethical individuals that understand the anxieties and difficulty of immigration. The team is constantly working (including Lisa)- they reply to email promptly even during the weekends.  

It’s important to note that through the process they drafted professional letters and compiled a polished and organized petition package. I was in constant contact with different members through the entirety of my petition. Fast forward one year with the new changes with immigration. I finally received my interview time. Lisa decided to attend my immigration interview to assure that the process will go smoothly. Her being present was helpful and very much appreciated. Then following day my green card was issued and within a week I had the physical card in my hand. Lisa is one lawyer that cannot be emulated. I will keep consulting Lisa for any future immigration lawyer because I learned through the whole process she has a whole reservoir of knowledge. Plus she’s got a great sense of humor and is very charismatic. She truly is wonderful.  

Lisa Scott

Replied last October 13, 2018

Thank you for the kind words, especially for commenting on my "sense of humor". :) I really enjoyed working on your national interest waiver. I learned a lot about your work. I will say that I feel that I am lucky to have had decades of experience in this field that I use everyday to keep up with the new challenges and changes in immigration law.

Posted by Marcin | August 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

NIW petition case review

Lisa and her company helped me and my wife in getting a green card via NIW (national interest waiver). She is very fast and precise in response and communication. She is not only very efficient but also a person whom you feel you can trust, what I found very important during the whole process. I high...ly recommend Lisa to work with for anyone who needs to fix the immigration status fast, especially on NIW petitions that are based on scientific merits.

Lisa Scott

Replied last August 09, 2018

I should not be saying this but National Interest Waiver, Extraordinary Ability and O-1 visa petitions are my favorite part of immigration law. I like learning about the various areas in which my clients work.

Posted by Metin | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Very knowledgable, very professional!!

My wife and I worked with Lisa in the process of our immigration procedure. We consulted with a number of lawyers before and Lisa stood out from the crowd in terms of professionalism, knowledge, honesty, and kindness. She took the time to sit down with us, explain things patiently and address all of ...our concerns. Our process was a bit exotic and many other lawyers were not familiar with it and did not bother to look into the details. Not only did Lisa know the details she was extremely attentive to detail and made sure everything was done properly. I would highly recommend Lisa!!!

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best in the business!

Lisa knows the ins and outs of all matters regarding immigration. I spoke with other attorneys and even they were baffled as to why I was seeking council elsewhere once I mentioned that Lisa Scott had decided to take on my case. I had a very serious case but felt at ease knowing that Lisa was guiding... me. I placed my blind trust in her and everything worked out. Lisa communicated in a timely and cordial manner; even when I was bothersome at times. The whole team is warm & personable and empathize with your situation. I felt very fortunate that Lisa accepted my case. I highly recommend Lisa to anyone looking for an immigration lawyer. I feel like just one sentence doesn’t do it justice so I will repeat it again—I highly recommend Lisa to anyone looking for an immigration lawyer.

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Lisa Scott's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tiffany Hutchings

Immigration lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a colleague of Lisa Scott's, and I have benefited greatly from her extensive experience and her willingness to share her insights and knowledge with others. She is generous with her time, and she is clearly dedicated to her work. She has many years of experience as well as the ability to think creatively and strategically. I highly value her advice and appreciate her expertise."

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Jerri Mead

Immigration lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with her on a variety of cases. She is knowledgeable, inciteful and a very professional person. Her knowledge of the law is excellent and she is a wonderful advocate for her clientele. She truly goes the extra mile to make sure that her cases are successful. I cannot say enough good things about her abilities, practice and treatment of her cases."

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Shaina Silvers

Immigration lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Lisa by reputation for many years, and was pleased when she agreed to help me with a delicate matter involving a family member. After the experience, I see why Lisa's clients love her. She is clearly a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney, but just as importantly she cares about her clients and advises them accordingly. Lisa actually took time to assist me while she was recovering from surgery. She is a truly dedicated professional and the champion every client hopes to find when in need of legal representation."

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Omar Khan

Immigration lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with and consulted with Lisa on numerous cases. She has many years of experience and has handled every type of case imaginable. She is a zealous advocate for each and every client. I without reservation endorse her."

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Alen Takhsh

Immigration lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Scott's wealth of knowledge and tenacity on behalf of her clients is both admirable and a rarity. She is a teacher and student of the industry, always striving for the best outcome for her clients. She is my go-to resource for complex immigration related issues, and she should be yours, too!"

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Omar Abuzir

Immigration lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Lisa on a number of different immigration matters and she is without a doubt one of the most professional and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever dealt with."

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Shobhana Kasturi

Immigration lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa has real depth of knowledge about immigration law, really cares about her clients, and is very helpful. I highly recommend her."

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Trupti Patel

Immigration lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Lisa is expert in the field of immigration. She is truly a mentor and role model to other immigration attorneys. She is extremely passionate for her work and it shows. She is knowledgable about the law and has the intellectual curiosity to look outside the box. I highly recommend Lisa Scott for any immigration matter."

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KJ Elkhatib

Immigration lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lisa is an expert when it comes to immigration. She always knows what the answer is, how to find it, and what the real issues are. I am always impressed when we speak, and it's clear she has decades of immigration experience."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Giacomo Behar

Immigration lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

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Melissa Chavin

Immigration lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Lisa Scott on developing a legal ethics presentation on what to do when there is a conflict of interest between parties that an immigration lawyer is respresenting simultaneously (dual representation). She has a terrific ability to recognize legal issues. She is a trustworthy, experienced and clever lawyer."

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Michael Rex

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Shobhana Kasturi

Immigration lawyer

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Kelli Fennell

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Who's Who Legal: Corporate Immigration, Who's Who Legal:Corporate Immigration

2018

AV rated, AV rated

2017

Recognized Practitioner, Chambers & Partners Global

2017

Champion, Enterprising Women

2016

Top 20 Immigration Lawyers, Expertise

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Immigration Law, Case Western Reserve University School Of Law

1986 - Present

Lawyer, Scott Global Migration Law Group

Associations

2015 - Present

NAFSA: Association of International Educators

NAFSA Trainer

1987 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chicago Chapter

Chicago Bar Association, Immigration Section

Chair

American Immigration Lawyers Association

National Board of Governors

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chair, Greater Chicago Chapter

2015 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Associations

Global Migration Section

2011 - 2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Ethics Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

O-1 for Engineer with B.S. degree

Approved

National Interest Waiver

approved

Extraordinary Ability

approved

NIW for Science Teacher

approved

From removal to U.S. citizenship

asylum granted

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Education

1986

Case Western Reserve University School of Law

J.D.

1981

Vassar College

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2017

DePaul University

Life After F-1

2017

American Immigration Lawyers' Association, Rome DIstrict Chapter

Training Options for Foreign Workers

2017

American Immigration Lawyers Association

F-1 Students Hot Topics

2017

2017 Annual NAFSA Conference

Life After F-1: Programming for Institutions of Higher Education

2017

2017 Annual NAFSA Conference

Pathways to Permanent Residence

2016

University of Illinois

Life After F-1

2016

Rome District Chapter Fall Conference Student Options STEM

2016

New Lawyers

Starting an Immigration Practice

2016

NAFSA Region V, Voted Best of Conference

Life After F-1: Programming for Institutions of Higher Education

2016

International Services

Life After F-1

2016

International Services

Life After F-1

2016

Illinois Institute of Technology

Life After F-1

2016

IIT

H-1B for Employers

2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

F-1 Students Hot Topics

2014

Conference

Life After F-1

2009

Professional Ethics

Ethics

1997

Midyear

Business Immigration

1996

AILA Midyear

Business Immigration

Publications

Languages

French

German

Spanish

Polish

Activity

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