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 anonymous | January 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional EB-1A Attorney – Strongly Recommended

We had an outstanding experience working with Jim and his team for our EB-1A petition, and I strongly recommend him to anyone pursuing an extraordinary ability case. From the very beginning, Mr. Jim Arkell took the time to clearly explain each EB-1A criterion, helped us honestly assess where my prof...ile was strong and where there were gaps, and laid out the end-to-end process in a way that was both structured and reassuring. At every stage, he provided guidance on how to strengthen the case and made course corrections whenever needed. The biggest value-add was Jim’s work in preparing the petition itself. He took the time to truly understand my background and accomplishments and translated them into a compelling, well-aligned petition that clearly met USCIS requirements. It was strategic, highly customized, and demonstrated deep expertise in this area. A special shout-out to Kayla and Brittany, who were incredibly proactive and responsive throughout the process. They patiently walked us through the forms and paperwork, answered questions promptly, and ensured nothing slipped through the cracks. Their organization and timely communication made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and well-managed. Overall, this was a highly professional, detail-oriented, and confidence-building experience. If you are serious about an EB-1A petition and want a team that understands both the letter and spirit of the law, Jim is the attorney you want by your side. Highly recommended without hesitation !

Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly recommend Mr Arkell for NIW cases

Mr. Jim Arkell did an outstanding job on my NIW case. Throughout the process, he spoke with me multiple times and clearly explained everything we needed to secure approval. His team was highly responsive, addressing my emails, questions, and concerns quickly and thoroughly. They assembled an exceptio...nally strong case in a short period of time, and I’m truly grateful for their expertise and support.

Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great work on my NIW

Jim's team did an excellent job on my NIW. Jim spoke with me very patiently during the consultation, and they gave me a very reasonable price. The team has been very professional and responsive. There's one incident where they filed my petition before I could review it, but it turned out fine. I got ...approved within one month of my PD.

Posted by Syrga | June 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Successful I-140 Approval Thanks to an Amazing Legal Team

I’m incredibly grateful to the team at Dunn Law Firm—especially Mr. Arkell, Brittany, and Kayla—for their outstanding support throughout my I-140 petition process. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail made this complex and stressful process feel manageable and clear. From... start to finish, they were thorough and communicative. I always felt well-informed and supported, and the successful approval of my petition is a direct result of their dedication and expertise. I highly recommend this team to anyone navigating the immigration process. Thank you again for your excellent work!!!

Posted by Noman | May 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EB2 NIW EXPERIENCE

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Jim Arkell and the team at DUN LAW for my NIW EB-2 petition, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the beginning, they were highly professional, responsive, and detail-oriented. Every question I had was addressed promptly, and their guidance... throughout the process was clear and reassuring. They prepared and submitted my petition exactly as promised, and thanks to their diligence and expertise, my I-140 was approved in just 28 days through premium processing. The entire process felt smooth and well-managed, which significantly reduced the stress of such an important step in my immigration journey. I highly recommend Mr. Arkell and the DUN LAW team to anyone seeking reliable and experienced legal support for their immigration needs.

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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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