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

253 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tiit | March 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Expedient and successful immigrant petition experience!

Mr. Arkell and his team first worked on my behalf to file my O-1 visa application and he was so thorough that it seems no rock was left unturned. The application was in fact so thorough that he was able to successfully file for I-140 immigrant petition for ailien worker based mostly on my O-1 visa a...pplication, which albeit expedited, was approved in less than the expected 15 business days. After the successful outcome of my O-1 visa, Mr. Arkell was very positive and enthusiastic about the successful outcome of my subsequent immigrant petition. To summarize, Mr. Arkell is competent, thorough and honest about what's possible and what's not. My experience has been worth every penny!

Posted by BKim | March 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Delighted to share my EB2-NIW I-140 approval

I highly recommend Mr. Arkell and his team, Brittany and Kayla, for people who desire to have a green card successfully. As an initial step of this long journey, my EB2-NIW I-140 got approved with their outstanding professionalism. I was so impressed with their well-managed timelines for each proces...s and well-responsiveness to my concerns and even trivial questions. Moreover, Mr. Arkell carefully evaluated my documents and showed my credentials/qualifications well in the customized petition letter, which made me unique and stand out from others. Thanks to their exceptional guidance and expertise, the whole process was very smooth from the beginning to the last, approval! I am 100% sure that you will get your approval notice if you are with Mr.Arkell and his team! I really appreciate your hard work and dedication, Dunn!!

Posted by Maryam | February 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

I-140 approval for NIW EB2

I am delighted with arkell's services, They answered my questions very quickly and they wrote a perfect petition for me,I really recommend them to anyone who wants to apply for US permanent residency

Posted by Lucas Abdala | January 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Totally recommended

I am very pleased with the assistance the Dunn Law team provided. They were incredibly patient in answering all my questions and went above and beyond to help me move forward with my application process. I highly recommend them to anyone interested in applying for an NIW petition.

Posted by Manali | December 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended - Exceptional Expertise and Professionalism

I am thrilled to share my outstanding experience working with Dunn Law on my EB1A application. I highly recommend Jim Arkell and his incredible team, including Kayla and Brittany, for their unparalleled professionalism and dedication throughout the process. From the beginning, they provided timely... updates and promptly addressed all my questions and concerns. What truly set them apart was their belief in my case when others doubted it. Despite being advised by another law firm not to apply under the EB1A category due to having fewer than 100 citations, Jim Arkell and his team took the time to carefully evaluate my qualifications and crafted a compelling petition tailored to my unique achievements. Their confidence, expertise, and diligent effort paid off—I received my EB1A approval in December 2024, turning what seemed like an uphill battle into one of the most rewarding moments of my year. This success wouldn’t have been possible without the exceptional support and strategic approach of the Dunn Law team. If you have a PhD, significant achievements, and aspire to apply for the EB1A category, I strongly encourage you to trust the experts at Dunn Law. Even if you believe your qualifications might not meet the standard, let their experienced team evaluate your case. Their insights and personalized approach can make all the difference. I am beyond satisfied with the 5-star service I received and wholeheartedly recommend Dunn Law to anyone pursuing an EB1A petition. Tested and trusted—they truly deliver results!

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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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