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 Adarsh | May 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent service and highly recommend for EB1A green card applications

When I applied for my green card under my employer's sponsored EB1B category, the lawyer hired by my employer did a terrible job putting together my application. Even though I had good credentials, the inefficient way of putting up an application resulted in my I-140 application being rejected immedi...ately (even without an RFE). In simple terms, they compiled a 3-4 page letter to USCIS describing my application and this letter was in any way compelling. Immediately following this rejection, I decided to put a second application under the EB1A category and Jim Arkell was highly recommended by a colleague at work. Jim and his team meticulously prepared the application and assisted in every step including recommendation letters supporting my EB1A application (which my previous lawyers did nothing). Jim and his team drafted a case letter that was 15 pages or more mentioning every bit of my accomplishment and supporting documents for the case. In the end, my EB1A application was approved (without any RFE). Having a good (or great) lawyer as Jim will definitely pave the way to a successful green card application.

Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Green Card Application has been approaved

I would like to express my thankful to Mr. Jim. He filled my case while I am abroad with USCIS and I get the approval in less than three months

Posted by Dr Premaratne ( Sydney -Australia) | May 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

heartfelt gratitude for a proven immigration Law Firm over 100 years of experience in the US

I would like to express my extreme honor and heartfelt gratitude to Mr Thomas Arkell, Mr Jim Arkell and the paralegal staff - Kayla and Brittany for their extraordinary industry knowledge, capabilities and professionalism in helping me to approve the EB2-NIW petition for myself and my family. I am... a physician working in the rural health sector in Australia and I am based in Sydney. I have contacted Mr Arkell in Dunn Law Firm that has a history of over 100 years with a proven track record. He has discussed my case and has informed me that my case is strong for NIW. Mr Arkell’ ability and experience to choose suitable cases for NIW in the first round of discussion is astounding. National Interest Waiver (NIW) can be a very complex, lengthy process that requires high level industry expertise. My case was not straightforward for Dunn law Firm and it has no citations nor publications at all. Mr Arkell and his team have done meticulous study of my case and prepared my petition within the time frame. Furthermore, Mr Arkell’s teamwork is marvelous with great communication, and the work process is very smooth and efficient. My case is just one great example that reflects his enormous experience and expertise in immigration law. I personally believe that we, as petitioners, should do the global marketing for Dunn Law Firm to support many other suitable candidates for NIW,who are not aware of a firm like Dunn Law in the US. No doubt that they are the leaders in NIW that I would strongly endorse to anyone.

Posted by Mahsa | May 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing service

The team was amazing. Every time that I sent them an email, I received a response in less than one hour. They made my greencard process so easy for me. Definitely recommend them.

Posted by Dr. Waleed Abdelmaguid | May 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Senior Research Asdociate

I am proud to retain Mr. Arkell for my NIW petition. He and his staff of Dunn law firm are very professional and dedication. He succeeded to get approval for my case without any publication. For that, I decided to retain him again to proceed for my adjustment of status filing to get the permanent res...idency (Green Card). I highly recommend Mr. Arkell and his team at Dunn law firm.

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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

Activity

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