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

251 Client Reviews

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Showing 186 - 190 of 222 reviews | Immigration

Posted by Tharindu | November 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent lawyer to pursue an EB2 NIW green card!

I had an excellent experience applying for a green card based on an EB2 national interest waiver (NIW) thanks to Jim and the Dunn Law firm. Even though my field of experience/research was very specialized, Jim Arkell drafted an excellent NIW petition on my behalf, which eventually led to an approval!... The NIW/EB1A practice manager Kayla Clark managed the whole I-140 and I-485 application process with efficiency and utmost professionalism. My wife and I were able to complete the I-485 process with ease thanks to Kayla! I started this process while I was a graduate student, and the lawyer fees were very reasonable. Given my financial constraints at the beginning of the application process, I was especially glad for the ability to pay it all in installments. Everything that was required from me was made clear upfront so there was minimal confusion and it was very easy to get everything completed. Jim and Kayla were very responsive to my questions and requests for updates throughout this 2 year process. For example, while my I-140 was pending longer than expected, I was able to work with Jim/Kayla to apply for premium processing once it became available. Additionally, I was able to obtain a practice green card interview once our adjustment of status cases were scheduled for an interview at a USCIS field office. While applying for permanent residency can be a daunting process, I had a wonderful experience working with Jim, Kayla and the Dunn Law firm. They were very supportive, responsive and helpful. I wholeheartedly recommend Jim (and the Dunn Law firm) for anyone interested in pursuing an employment based green card through the EB2 NIW or EB1A route!

Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2022 | Immigration

AMAZING!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I will give them ten stars if I can!!!

I am a research associate with a master's degree and 2 years of working experience in the Cell and Gene Therapy field. I got my NIW case approved in 3 months! Thanks to Mr. Jim Arkell! He is amazing, patient, and very friendly. I was very anxious about the case and called him several times with the s...ame questions, but he is always there for me and showed his patience! He is the BEST BEST BEST attorney I have ever met. Without him, I don't know what I can do to get my NIW green card. Thank you, Mr. Jim Arkell and I HIGHLY recommend him and his team for NOW! They are experts. They made my 12-year dream become true!

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Easy, efficient and reliable

My experience working with Mr. Arkell and his team to obtain permanent residence in the US has been fantastic. Their system to interact with the client is highly efficient and significantly simplifies the process. My multiple interactions with Kayla Clark in Mr. Arkell's team have been excellent. Kay...la addressed my concerns immediately (in minutes) and efficiently, which was key to move the process smoothly. She also provided the necessary information for me to follow and understand every step of the process. I always felt I was in good hands and receiving the best help I could get. Despite the challenging times for immigration issues in the US, Mr. Arkell's team successfully processed my application for permanent residence, which I obtained in a bit more than 1 year. Altogether, I am very grateful to Mr. Arkell's team for their excellent work and I will not doubt to work with them if necessary in the future.

Posted by CC | October 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

NIW green card

Mr. Jim Arkell and his team at Dunn Law Firm did an excellent job in preparing my EB2 NIW petition. They prepared a very thorough, point-by-point petition to demonstrate my merit in the scope of NIW. They also provided clear and detailed guidelines to help me compile all the required documents for th...e NIW petition and Adjustment of Status application. My communications with the firm's manager Ms. Kayla Clark have always been efficient and smooth. I am extremely pleased that, considering the challenging times for immigration in 2022, after filing the case I can still complete the whole process in one year without any RFE. I really appreciate the work of Jim, Kayla, and other members at the firm in assisting my case!

Posted by Igor | October 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

NIW Petition, Adjustment of Status

Mr. Arkell is very professional, focused, and organized lawyer. I worked with him to apply for a permanent residence, which was approved.

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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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