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

255 Client Reviews

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Showing 26 - 30 of 45 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by Federico | May 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Great service! Recommend 100%

I used attorney Arkell's service for an EB-2 NIW application, which he recommended as a first step towards permanent residency for my profile. Jim and his team (Kayla in particular) were incredibly helpful and responsive, taking time to answer all my questions in great detail. I had an introductory ...call with Jim Arkell, where he laid out the main options for my Green Card application (mainly EB-1 and EB-2 NIW), recommending that we pursue EB-2 as it would be more likely to succeed, despite requiring longer time for approval. He was very reassuring and he saw great chances of my case being approved. After filing I-140, we did discuss going down the EB-1 path in parallel, as an alternative in case EB-2 would take too long, but he was very honest in suggesting that I do not invest my money in an additional application. His recommendation was for me to wait and have confidence in the EB-2 application, which was eventually approved without RFE! Wait time for the NIW was 9 months, in line with the expectations set by the firm at the start of the process (maybe closer to the higher end of the range). I am very grateful to attorney Arkell and his team for taking on my case and making it a strong one. Looking forward to relying on his services for the Adjustment of Status.

Posted by Daniele | March 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Service and Swift Approval with Dunn Law Firm

I recently had the pleasure of working with Jim Arkell and his team at Dunn Law Firm, specifically Kayla and Brittany, for my National Interest Waiver self-petition. From the outset, they were nothing short of exceptional. They played a crucial role in revising my documents, crafting a compelling pet...ition letter on my behalf, and meticulously answering my numerous questions, especially regarding the I-140 form. My case was approved in just five days from my petition date. This level of effectiveness speaks volumes about the quality of service provided by Dunn Law Firm. I cannot speak highly enough of Jim, Kayla, Brittany, and the entire team, and wholeheartedly recommend Dunn Law Firm to anyone seeking legal representation in immigration matters.

Posted by Maria | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Experience with Mr. Jim Arkell

To be honest I was not sure about anything my Lawyer help me in each and everything and help me to get NIW successful. Always respond me whenever I need and help me in writing litters in fact help me in each step.

Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Review

Our lawyer is quite professional and provide strong support of my case with law related articles, which adds to the quick approval of my case.

Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

I-140 National Interest Waiver petition approved

Jim and his team got my I-140 National Interest Waiver petition approved without RFE! I am a Ph.D. candidate in the field of social science with less than 30 citations but with significant previous professional experience. Mr. Arkell and his team drafted a great cover letter to highlight my strength...s and carefully picked strong evidence to support my application. They were very supportive throughout the process!

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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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