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 206 - 210 of 222 reviews | Immigration

Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Service

I was working with Mr.Jim Arkell and Dunn Law-firm for my I-140 application. He and his team were doing a great job. They gave me a detail guideline to follow. I have just got my I-140 approval. I truly appreciate for their help on my application.

Posted by Jide | April 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent NIW Service

I retained the services of Jim Arkell for my National Interest Waiver-Green Card petition. His firm explained everything I needed and helped in the preparation of my petition. My NIW petition was approved without any RFE. Subsequently, our green card applications were approved in 6 months. Jim's firm... provided excellent service all through the process with consistent updates on the application. Highly recommended!

Posted by Mariya | April 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Thank you!

I am beyond grateful to Jim Arkell and the Dunn Law Firm for all of their help with my NIW application. My petition was approved on the first attempt! Mr. Arkell and all of the law firm staff have done everything on time, always answering my questions, and accommodating for the numerous details I wan...ted to have clarified. Special thank you also to Kayla Clark for her patience and being so detail oriented. I cannot say enough of good things, getting this approval is extremely important and I would give 10 stars if I could!

Posted by Sepehr | March 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Experienced and professional

I filed my I-140 NIW application with Dunn Law Fir, LLP. I had an amazing experience with the firm, specifically with Mr. Jim Arkell. My questions were responded to very fast by either Mr. Arkell or Ms. Kayla Clark. They cared a lot about my case, were aware of my concerns, and were very kind to re...spond to any questions. Overall the work is professional without any delay. I am a Ph.D. student in Civil Engineering. My case was approved without RFE at Nebraska Service Center.

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EB2-NIW

I retained Dunn Law firm for my EB2-NIW petition after a recommendation from a friend. My petition was handled by Mr. Arkell and their paralegal Kayla Clark. While my application took over 2 years to get approved by USCIS, which is not by any means their fault, in the end the case was approved witho...ut any hiccups. During the whole time they were very patient and understanding, and answered to all my questions and concerns. I have recommended their service to family and friends, and I will continue doing so without hesitation.

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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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