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

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4.9 /5.0

112 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The best attorney ever!

I’m currently a rising senior in high school, and the college application was looming ahead. I was very desperate to get my green card because I knew that I would need it to apply to many big scholarships as well as receive federal aid. My family had been waiting for 6 long years, with practically ra...dio silence from USCIS on our application status. Then, in March of this year, we received a Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) from them, giving us 30 days to respond with evidence, lest we face deportation. That was a terrifying moment; I felt all my college dreams and future hopes slipping out of my fingers. My mother and I went to speak to the lawyer we had at the time (not Lisa), and he basically gave up on us immediately. He told us how impossible our case was, and how there was really no way to fight it and we should pretty much start getting packed and ready for deportation. We left his office and made the executive decision to get a different, better lawyer. We found Lisa online (this website actually!) right after, made a phone call to her office and within half an hour, were on our way to her office. While meeting her for the first time, she immediately struck me as an extremely attentive and caring listener, which let me know that she is an attorney who really cares about her clients. We gave her the copy of the NOID letter to read and, contrary to our previous lawyer’s opinion, did not consider our case impossible at all. Within the hour of meeting her, she had already strategized an approach for our case and gave us more hope than we’d felt in a while. She was unbelievably kind, empathetic and above all, amazing at her job. It was obvious to us while working with her that she knew very well what she was doing, and that she had a passion for it. She helped us successfully have our best response of evidence packaged in the allotted 30 days and sent back to USCIS. We were then back to waiting again. During our waiting time, I had also been pursuing a summer internship at Fermi National Acceleration Lab (Fermilab). I was extremely excited about this new opportunity, but I was almost unable to do it because I lacked not only a green card, but a valid work authorization. Wonderful Lisa, again, stepped in and directed me towards a solution for this problem. She got me in contact with someone in the senator’s office, who helped me get my application for work authorization expedited, and it came right in time for me to work at Fermilab! It was honestly a dream come true, and I appreciate Lisa greatly for helping me make it happen. Just 2 days ago, we received a letter in the mail from USCIS: An Approval Notice. Our green card was approved! I’ve never felt more joy. It was unbelievable timing as well: right before I entered the bulk of my college applications. After waiting for that news for 6 years, Lisa made it happen within 5 months, which is simply a testament to her incredible skill level as an attorney. I wholeheartedly recommend her as a lawyer; she cares about her clients and will put in all her efforts to help you get what you need. Lisa’s the best!

Lisa Scott

Replied last October 30, 2019

Thank you so much for these kind words and compliments. I am glad that you and your family trusted me to help out. I am also happy that you could participate in the Fermi Lab internship; it sounds like it was fun and that you learned a lot and made some good contacts. I hope you and your family stay in touch. I just wanted to add (a year later) that I am so proud of your accomplishments. Lisa

Posted by Nathan | October 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

life changing experience

Lisa and her team helped us with a family member's green card application. The situation was a little bit complicated in our mind hence there was much anticipated anxiety from our part, but Lisa was so calm throughout the process and really made us feel as relaxed as possible. Lisa and her team wal...ked us through all the steps and provided continuous help throughout the process (over a year). During this long waiting period, she never made me feel like she had forgotten about us, and really created a personal connection that made us believe she not only cared about the case, but really cared about us as individuals, as a family. That's something we have never felt with other immigration lawyers in the past (we have had few experiences). Overall i'd like to thank Lisa and her team for the wonderful job they had done, they are really changing lives one by one and making this a better world. You are in good hands with Lisa and her team.

Lisa Scott

Replied last October 30, 2019

Nathan, I hope you are well. As I tell me almost 23 year old daughter, if you love what you do, it makes life so much more enjoyable. I am so glad that I am able, at age 60, to continue to do this work. I do feel like I am helping to change lives. I am blessed to have been able to do this work since 1981.

Posted by Olga & Lukasz | October 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best immigration attorney

Lisa is an exceptional attorney; knowledgeable, trustworthy and extremely dedicated to her clients. She helped me obtain employer based green card and few months later she completed my husband’s following to join application, so he got his green card as well. There was no email that Lisa would not re...spond to or question that she would not know answer to. At every step of the process, we were confident that our case is in the best hands possible. In addition, she is supported by a wonderful team who was helpful and responsive to our questions and concerns. Highly recommended.

Lisa Scott

Replied last October 30, 2019

Olga and Lukasz, I am really happy that we were successful in getting you your permanent residence. After 33 years of practicing immigration law, I still jump up and down in the office when I see the email that indicates that the permanent residence was approved. I am glad to hear that you had confidence and trust in us, that is so important to a good working attorney-client relationship. I think the team is really wonderful, I look forward to coming to the office every day.

Posted by Rhainne | February 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional and welcoming

I kinda “shop” and do my research for immigration attorney here since i want someone to best represent me as an immigrant who came here on a single entry b1/b2 visa. Finally i found scott immigration and Lisa was very welcoming and respond quickly to my questions thru email. I met her and her team an...d explain my situation and i did not feel any awkwardness and being uncomfortable. I say to myself she will be the one that will represent me! The fees are reasonable enough they follow up me and do all the paperworks for me. One thing i can say about this process, do not look for someone that you feel This is cheaper than the other in terms of the fee, coz at the end of the day its immigration and you dont wanna mess up with that. The money you paid is worth it after you get your documents! Now i got my AED in just 3 months and happy to say that i can finally practice my RN career. Thanks to their team i feel stress free with all the immigration process

Lisa Scott

Replied last February 11, 2019

Rhainne I am glad that you felt comfortable in our office. I think being comfortable and trusting the lawyer who hire is so important, especially in these challenging times. Lisa

Posted by Kristian | February 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A comprehensive review of my case, a successful legal strategy, and personalized attention.

My L1B and L1A visa processes had been previously managed by a different law firm. When moving forward with a green card petition the assessment provided was vague and the attention received was not up to my standards so I decided to seek a different firm to review my immigration status and represent... me. From beginning to end the process was flawless. Prior to accepting representing me Lisa reviewed my case, requested a one on one meeting in which she formulated multiple questions and by the end of that meeting she had already laid out a clear legal strategy to petition a green card. After that first meeting, the process continued to be flawless and dynamic, with a robust team following up with me to ensure I provided all the necessary information in a timely manner. Lisa and her team provided detailed information during every stage of the process and guided me with professional and kind attention that was much appreciated. I highly recommend Lisa and the Scott Group Migration Law Group.

Lisa Scott

Replied last February 11, 2019

Kristian, Thank you for the kind words. I am glad we were able to come up with a creative path for your permanent residence. Lisa

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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

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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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