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 Esther | May 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Effortless NIW process with Arkell and his team

Before reaching out to Arkell, I was rejected by two other law firms who felt I needed more time to improve on my portfolio especially in regards to the number of my citations. Arkell felt otherwise and assured me I had a great case and he was willing to help file my NIW petition. True to his words, ...my petition was approved without an RFE. Just a side note, I am still in the PhD program with a year left for completion. I am super excited and grateful to the team for their efforts in making this a reality. Thank you!!

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Lawyer For US Green Card Application

Jim Arkell processed my green card I-140 petition successfully without RFE. I highly recommend Jim Arkell to anyone who needs immigration services.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

100% best team!

Mr. Arkell and his team have been incredibly helpful with my EB2 NIW case. They were highly responsive, efficient, and supportive throughout the entire process. I would wholeheartedly recommend them without hesitation!

Posted by Pratikshya | April 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Seamless EB-2 NIW Process with Dunn Law Firm

I worked with Jim Arkell at Dunn Law Firm to file my EB-2 NIW (I-140), and the entire process was incredibly smooth. Jim and his team were fast, responsive, and always available to answer questions. They explained every step in detail, making the complex immigration process much easier to understand.... I truly appreciated their professionalism, clear communication, and efficiency throughout. I highly recommend Jim Arkell to anyone considering the EB-2 NIW route or any other immigration service.

Posted by Kwabena | April 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Smooth and Successful NIW Process with Dunn Law Firm

I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Jim Arkell at Dunn Law Firm on my National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the service I received. From our initial consultation through to the approval of my petition, Jim was incredibly professional, responsive, and k...nowledgeable about every aspect of the process. What stood out most was his attention to detail and the strategic way he approached my case. He took the time to understand my background and guided me in assembling a strong and well-organized petition. Jim and his team were prompt in their communication, always ready to answer questions, and made a complex process much more manageable. I highly recommend Attorney Arkell and Dunn Law Firm to anyone seeking a competent and trustworthy immigration attorney, especially for NIW and other employment-based petitions. Their expertise and dedication truly made a difference in my case.

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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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