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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250 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Felix Samuel

I filed for NIW through the Dunn Law Firm. The petition got approved within 6 months. The firm are are supportive, instructive, thorough, timely and always accessible at anytime to explained any gray areas

Posted by Ming | July 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great experience working with Arkell team for NIW petition

Mr. Arkell and his team are very professional, responsible, and thoughtful. They always give quick responses and clear explanations. They are so kind that not only answered me with NIW-related questions but also helped me figure out my visa issue. My 140 petition was approved within 6 months. I will... say Arkell's is an amazing group to make it happen. I am so happy to work with them and would like to recommend to everyone who needs attorney help for NIW petition.

Posted by Manal | July 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great experience working with Jim Arkell and paralegal Kayla Clark

I came to know about Dunnlaw after a representative from the firm held a session with the international students at my university. I retained Mr. Arkell for my EB-2 NIW application. I had a decent profile but not a strong one, by any means. I had low citations which worried me. But they worked with m...e to help draft recommendation letters and explained that profiles are evaluated in their entirety, not just based on citations. Communications were very always prompt, clear, and helpful. Although I would have liked to have received and read my petition letter before it was sent, but overall, I had a pleasure working with Jim Arkell and Kayla Clark. Would definitely recommend!

Posted by Gabriel | June 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Assistant Professor

I recently had the privilege of working with Dunn Law Firm for my immigration case, and I cannot express my gratitude enough for the exceptional service and expertise provided. From start to finish, Lawyer Arkell and Kayla Clark demonstrated unparalleled professionalism, knowledge, and dedication tha...t made the entire process smooth and successful. They took the time to carefully assess my situation and provide a comprehensive strategy tailored to my needs. They maintained clear and open lines of communication. Thanks to Dunn Law Firm's expertise and diligent work, my immigration case was a resounding and quick success.

Posted by Laura | June 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

NIW approved with a low citation number

I had a great experience with Jim Arkell and Dunn Law Firm. They handled my NIW case with expertise and professionalism. They were always quick to answer my questions and explain the process. I appreciate their hard work and dedication to my case. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs imm...igration services.

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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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