Jim Arkell

Jim Arkell

Licensed for 35 years

Immigration Lawyer at Bloomington, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration

1001 N. Main Street, Suite B, Bloomington, IL

About Jim

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Specialize in Employment Based Visas, specifically EB-2 NIW, EB-1A and EB-1B

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 35 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1990

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Husch Blackwell

1001 N. Main Street, Suite B, Bloomington, IL, 61701

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Jim Arkell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

250 Client Reviews

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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... of the processes smooth. The team was prompt in responding the RFE related to I-485. Good service and friendly and straightforward team.

Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

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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 ...anyone navigating the complexities of immigration law. Thank you for your professionalism and support!

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 ...the process and for the successful submission of the petition to the USCIS. I wholeheartedly endorse the Dunn Law Firm for NIW applications.

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 ...understand my work and credentials, comprehensively presenting my case. Jim’s extensive academic and university experience gave him a unique edge in evaluating my case on its merits. The team’s deep understanding was consistently reassuring throughout the petition process. I would like to extend special thanks to Kayla Clark for her crucial role in promptly submitting the petition and supporting documents and to Brittany Joyner for her invaluable assistance. I highly recommend Jim Arkell and his team at Dunn Law Firm to anyone pursuing an EB1 or NIW EB2-based green card. Thank you, Jim and team, for your outstanding support and dedication.

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...hensively. We received an RFE after the initial submission, to which Jim guided me to parse and lay more objective evidence persuasive enough to win our case. Jim and his team then carefully prepared the rebuttal, resulting in our approval. Jim is easy to work with and his academic and university experience gives him an edge in understanding each case based on its merits. His gentle demeanor and his understanding of my case were always reassuring. Kayla Clark was instrumental in helping me throughout and promptly submitting the petition and supporting documents. Brittany Joyner also helped me in the process. Previously, I also had a successful NIW petition filed by Jim and team that gave us an earlier priority date. I highly recommend Jim Arkell and his team at Dunn Law Firm to anyone looking for EB1A or EB2 based green card process. Thank you again Arkell and team for the huge help!

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Work Experience

2014 - 2019

Assistant Professor, University of Alaska - Fairbanks

2003 - 2014

Professor, Shenzhen University School of Law

2002 - 2021

Of Counsel, Dunn Law Firm

Sample of Legal Cases

Community Merchant Services, Inc. v. Jonas 822 N.E.2d 515

Won the Appeal

Demunbrun v. Gray 986 S.W.2d 627

Won the Appeal

Castillo v. United States Fire Insurance Company 953 S.W.2d 470

Jury Verdict in favor of Client. Upheld on Appeal.

Villanueva v. Astroworld, Inc. 866 S.W.2d 690

Jury Verdict in favor of Client.

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Education

1989

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2021

Immigration Options for Ph.D. Students and Postdocs

Immigration

2021

Immigration Options for Ph.D. Students and Postdocs

Immigration

Publications

2017

Global Sport Business Journal 5 (3), 38-51 A Pareto principle analysis of the NHL: Why ice hockey is the ultimate team game.

Languages

English

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