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As of January 1, 2026, my entire immigration team and I have transitioned from the Dunn Law Firm to Husch Blackwell. We will continue to serve immigration clients in the area of highly skilled immigration. I have over 35 years of legal experience, including spending 16 years as a law professor. I am exclusively focused on handling immigration matters for clients, primarily filing EB-1A Extraordinary Ability, EB-1B Outstanding Professor Researcher, and EB-2 NIW petitions on behalf of my clients who come from top research institutions and companies from around the world.
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1001 N. Main Street, Suite B, Bloomington, IL, 61701
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Posted by Aziz | April 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
A Great Lawyer
Attorney Jim has been absolutely phenomenal. His years of expertise and knowledge in the NIW cases has made my NIW petition process exceptionally smooth. Jim and his legal team at Dunn Law Firm (Kayla and Brittany) have been very thorough, extremely responsive and willfully guided me every step of t...
Posted by Abdelhai | March 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
I-140 NIW approval
My experience with Jim Arkell and his team was excellent. They navigated me through the NIW application process seamlessly, addressing all my queries promptly and professionally. If you're in need of immigration services, I highly recommend reaching out to the Arkell office to explore their services....
Posted by Evandro | March 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
I-140 National Interest Waiver Application
Mr Jim Arkell and his brother, Mr Thomas Arkell, are very knowledgeable attorneys and behaved very professionally throughout the process. It started with an email consultation, followed by an evaluation of my CV and eligibility for NIW. I then followed up with a telephone call to help me understand h...
Posted by AM | March 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers
I am extremely pleased with the exceptional service provided by my lawyer, Mr. Arkell, during my I-140 immigration process. Their expertise, diligence, and professionalism were evident in every interaction. They navigated the complexities of the process with ease, ensuring a smooth and successful out...
Posted by Cassio | March 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
I got my EB-1A and EB-2 NIW approved smooth and efficient
I hired Jim to take care of my EB-1A and EB-2 NIW processes. Everything was explained in detail including the potential timelines. Everything went well and I got both approved. Now, I'm moving to the Adjustment of Status with them. I hope I get the green card soon. Thank you so much for making this p...
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2014 - 2019
Assistant Professor, University of Alaska - Fairbanks
2003 - 2014
Professor, Shenzhen University School of Law
2002 - 2021
Of Counsel, Dunn Law Firm
Won the Appeal
Won the Appeal
Jury Verdict in favor of Client. Upheld on Appeal.
Jury Verdict in favor of Client.
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
2021
Immigration
2021
Immigration
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English
Legal Answers
How easy it is to get US Citizenship and become a Naturalized Citizen again for the 2nd time after renouncing it?
05 May 2025
Will using I-485 EAD terminate F1 status if I still maintain it?
05 May 2025
N 400 application evidence?
13 Feb 2023