$ 250-350 per hour
Former Immigration Prosecutor for ICE at the Department of Homeland Security. Previously, served as Certifiying Officer for the Department of Homeland Security's immigration program. Now helping immigrants become Americans.
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24 years | 300 cases
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24 years | 500 cases
$ 250-350 per hour
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Acquired: 2012
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State: Missouri
Acquired: 2002
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911 Washington Ave, Suite 211, Saint Louis, MO, 63101
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Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
On our first visit to his office I was appalled by his appearance he look like he was getting ready to binge watch HBO( sweet pants hadn't shaved look bad I speak English but my wife does not she only speaks Spanish well his secretary was going to interpret to this day I don't know if she speaks flu...
To be clear, you tried to get a refund on your wife's case when your wife explicitly told us that she wanted to stay with our firm. Then you threatened your wife. We called the police, and you were arrested for harassment after evidence of domestic violence was uncovered. We have no regrets about continuing to advocate for your former partner. Our other reviews speak for themselves. And FYI, you are still banned from our building.
Posted by Leul | March 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Javad M. Khacaeli is the best lawyer I am very happy to have him as my immigration lawyer! I really recommend people to consult or hire him as their immigration lawyer.
Posted by Wali | January 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I just cannot find words to express my profound gratitude for Javad and Karin . It was simply my immense trust in you, which kept me going. Before I met you, I had already surrounded to fate and could not see any light at the end of the tunnel. But the sudden meeting changed my entire attitude. I ask...
Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I am thankful to have Javad as our lawyer. I was referred to him by another reputed law firm. He was very direct and knowledgeable. He knew the exact solution to my case. Legal issues are never easy to comprehend but he explained process and procedure without making it sound super complicated. Mo...
Posted by Fatmeh | May 29, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Javad gave me a very helpful and clear consultation about my complicated situation of change of status. He was a super nice guy and spent about an hour to listen to my questions and concerns and explained them to me very clearly at no charge.
"Javad is a brilliant and dedicated attorney who knows the immigration system intimately and can effectively advocate for his clients like few others can."
"Javad's unmatched legal experience truly sets him apart from the field and will be an unbelievable asset to your case. I wholeheartedly endorse Javad for any immigration matter...from a "simple" matter to the most complex issues."
"I recommend Javad for any immigration or litigation matter you may have. He is experienced, honest, diligent, and result driven."
"I endorse this lawyer. With his vast experience in and out of the courtroom, Javad brings a superior level of service to his clients."
"I have known Mr. Khazaeli for more than 12 years. He is an exceptional attorney and counselor. Mr. Khazaeli is a well-known and highly-respected member of the community."
"The immigration process can be tricky and stressful, but not when Javad is handling the matter. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"Javad is a devoted and passionate advocate whose training and experience in is unmatched by any other immigration lawyer in the St. Louis area."
"Javad has the experience, intelligence, and compassion to represent his clients with the skill required for me to whole heartedly endorse him for immigration law and litigation. He is one of the premier attorneys in St. Louis for immigration."
"Javad brings to his advocacy a unique ability to combine substantive mastery of often arcane and difficult to follow immigration rules with the contacts and network that make those rules manageable and real. Immigration clients will find him able to get on the phone within a few minutes, contact an authoritative manager at a relevant agency, and speak to that manager in a way that conveys his command of the law with the sympathy due his client."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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2007
Award for Outstanding Case Resolution, Department of Homeland Security
2006
Special Achievement Award, Department of Homeland Security (ICE/OPLA)
2005
Special Achievement Award, Department of Homeland Security (ICE/OPLA)
2001
Trial Advocacy Competition - Finalist, Washington Universtity
2001
Wiley Rutledge Moot Court - Semi-Finalist, Washington University
2014 - Present
Founding Member, Khazaeli Wyrsch Stock LLC
2014 - 2014
Partner, Khazaeli Wyrsch LLP
2013 - 2014
Partner, Cantwell & Cantwell
2010 - 2013
Certifying Officer, Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification
2003 - 2010
Attorney, National Security Law Division, Department Of Homeland Security, Immigration & Customs Enforcement
2002 - 2003
Attorney, Counterterrorism, Department Of Justice, Immigration & Naturalization Service
2016 - Present
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. LouisCommittee Chair - Immigration
2015 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
International Institute of St. LouisExecutive Committee - Community Development Committee
2014 - Present
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. LouisMember
2012 - Present
Illinois State BarMember
2011 - Present
Legal Prep Charter AcademyAssociate Board Member
2010 - Present
Phi Sigma Kappa FoundationExecutive Committee Member
2002 - Present
Missouri State BarMember
Mutually agreeable settlement
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BS - Bachelor of Science
1998
BS - Bachelor of Science
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International Law Careers
2010
2009
National Security Law 101
2008
Litigation Skills
2007
Trends in Federal Litigation in National Security Cases
2006
New Attorney Training on National Security Charges
2014
2014
2005
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