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As of January 1, 2026, my entire immigration team and I have transitioned from the Dunn Law Firm to Husch Blackwell. We will continue to serve immigration clients in the area of highly skilled immigration. I have over 35 years of legal experience, including spending 16 years as a law professor. I am exclusively focused on handling immigration matters for clients, primarily filing EB-1A Extraordinary Ability, EB-1B Outstanding Professor Researcher, and EB-2 NIW petitions on behalf of my clients who come from top research institutions and companies from around the world.
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Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Great Service and consultation
I decided to get the services of Dunn Law Firm (Jim Arkell) from a recommendation of a friend for the NIW EB2 process (I-140 and I-485). Jim's team was helpful in terms of explaining the process, requirements, time lengths etc. While we had a bit of back and forth for the recommendation letters, rest...
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Research Scientist
I had a fantastic experience with Arkell immigration attorney while applying for an EB-2 NIW. They were helpful and responsive throughout the entire process. Their expertise and guidance were invaluable, ensuring every detail was handled promptly and efficiently. I highly recommend their services to ...
Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
I-140 Approval
I extend my sincere appreciation to the Dunn Law Firm for their efficient handling of an I-140 petition. Their assistance and commitment played a vital role in obtaining the I-140 petition approval in less than 5 months. I applaud the professional conduct demonstrated by the Dunn Law Firm throughout ...
Posted by Thivanka | July 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Succesful NIW EB2 petition
I am thrilled to share that my NIW EB2 petition was recently approved, thanks to the exceptional work from Jim Arkell and his legal team at Dunn Law Firm. My case required detailed and insightful explanations to clearly convey the significance of my work. Jim and his team took the time to thoroughly ...
Posted by John | July 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Succesful EB1A petition
Jim Arkell and his legal team helped me with my employment-based EB1A and I-485 petitions that were approved recently. My case needed careful explanations to convey my work's impact accurately. Jim showed great care in understanding my work and credentials in the proper light and presented it compre...
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2014 - 2019
Assistant Professor, University of Alaska - Fairbanks
2003 - 2014
Professor, Shenzhen University School of Law
2002 - 2021
Of Counsel, Dunn Law Firm
Won the Appeal
Won the Appeal
Jury Verdict in favor of Client. Upheld on Appeal.
Jury Verdict in favor of Client.
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
2021
Immigration
2021
Immigration
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English
Legal Answers
How easy it is to get US Citizenship and become a Naturalized Citizen again for the 2nd time after renouncing it?
05 May 2025
Will using I-485 EAD terminate F1 status if I still maintain it?
05 May 2025
N 400 application evidence?
13 Feb 2023