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 | June 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A professional and honest team!

I can't recommend enough working with Jim and his team. They were incredibly competent and professional in handling my EB2 I-140 application with a direct approval without RFE. The entire process was very smooth and they remained honest throughout. I look forward to working with them again for my A...djustment of Status Application.

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.

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

STRONGLY RECOMMENDED

I started my journey with this firm in 2022. I got my green card yesterday. Overall great experience, professional and helpful. Trust on what they say or what they suggest.

Posted by Kwabena | April 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Smooth and Successful NIW Process with Dunn Law Firm

I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Jim Arkell at Dunn Law Firm on my National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the service I received. From our initial consultation through to the approval of my petition, Jim was incredibly professional, responsive, and k...nowledgeable about every aspect of the process. What stood out most was his attention to detail and the strategic way he approached my case. He took the time to understand my background and guided me in assembling a strong and well-organized petition. Jim and his team were prompt in their communication, always ready to answer questions, and made a complex process much more manageable. I highly recommend Attorney Arkell and Dunn Law Firm to anyone seeking a competent and trustworthy immigration attorney, especially for NIW and other employment-based petitions. Their expertise and dedication truly made a difference in my case.

Posted by Tiit | March 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Expedient and successful immigrant petition experience!

Mr. Arkell and his team first worked on my behalf to file my O-1 visa application and he was so thorough that it seems no rock was left unturned. The application was in fact so thorough that he was able to successfully file for I-140 immigrant petition for ailien worker based mostly on my O-1 visa a...pplication, which albeit expedited, was approved in less than the expected 15 business days. After the successful outcome of my O-1 visa, Mr. Arkell was very positive and enthusiastic about the successful outcome of my subsequent immigrant petition. To summarize, Mr. Arkell is competent, thorough and honest about what's possible and what's not. My experience has been worth every penny!

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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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