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Shaina R. Plaksin is the founder and principal attorney of Immigration Legal Consulting LLC (ILC), a Las Vegas immigration law firm dedicated exclusively to helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the U.S. immigration system.
ILC was established to provide high-quality immigration assistance at an affordable price. At ILC, we combine attention to detail with the expertise to help clients move forward with confidence — from feeling overwhelmed by the process to feeling relieved and secure in their immigration solution.
Ms. Plaksin graduated magna cum laude from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law, where she ranked in the top 5% of her graduating class. She was awarded the prestigious William S. Boyd Outstanding Graduate Award and achieved Pro Bono High Honors. Throughout law school, she was a Public Interest Fellow, served as co-President of the Public Interest Law Association (PILA), and served as Articles Editor on the Nevada Law Journal (Law Review). She earned the highest grade in multiple courses, including Immigration Law, and participated as a student attorney in the Thomas & Mack Legal Clinic's immigration law program.
Prior to founding ILC, Ms. Plaksin clerked for two years for the Honorable Gloria M. Navarro at the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, and later worked as a litigation attorney specializing in consumer protection. Through these experiences, she developed strong skills in legal strategy, research, and advocacy.
Ms. Plaksin is a proud member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and a committed advocate for pro bono services. She volunteers regularly with the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and was recognized as their Pro Bono Volunteer of the Month in November 2020.
Outside of her practice, Shaina is a mom to two young daughters and two large dogs, and enjoys reading novels and traveling with her family.
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Acquired: 2015
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8275 S Eastern Ave, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV, 89123
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2025
Super Lawyers Rising Stars — Immigration Law, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyers Rising Stars — Immigration Law, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyers Rising Stars — Immigration Law, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyers Rising Stars — Immigration Law, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyers Rising Stars — Immigration Law, Super Lawyers
2020
Pro Bono Volunteer of the Month, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2020
Super Lawyers Rising Stars — Immigration Law, Super Lawyers
2015
Public Interest Fellow (Full Merit Scholarship), UNLV Boyd School of Law
2015
Pro Bono High Honors, UNLV Boyd School of Law
2015
William S. Boyd Outstanding Graduate Award, UNLV Boyd School of Law
2014
CALI Excellence for the Future Award — Transactional Drafting, UNLV Boyd School of Law
2014
Public Interest Fellow (Full Merit Scholarship), UNLV Boyd School of Law
2013
CALI Excellence for the Future Award — Immigration Law, UNLV Boyd School of Law
2013
CALI Excellence for the Future Award — Constitutional Law II, UNLV Boyd School of Law
2013
Public Interest Fellow (Full Merit Scholarship), UNLV Boyd School of Law
2012
CALI Excellence for the Future Award — Contracts, UNLV Boyd School of Law
2012
Public Interest Fellow (Full Merit Scholarship), UNLV Boyd School of Law
2021 - Present
Founder & Immigration Attorney, Immigration Legal Consulting, LLC
2018 - 2021
Litigation Attorney, Knepper & Clark, LLC
2015 - 2017
Judicial Law Clerk, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada — Honorable Gloria M. Navarro
2021 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)Member
2020 - Present
LVLVM FoundationSecretary
2018 - Present
Legal Aid Center of Southern NevadaPro Bono Attorney Volunteer
2015 - Present
State Bar of NevadaLicensed Attorney
2015 - 2017
UNLV Boyd School of Law — Public Interest Advisory BoardMember
2014 - 2015
Public Interest Law Association (PILA)Co-President
2012 - 2015
Nevada Law Journal (Law Review)Articles Editor (Vol. 14–15) / Junior Staff (Vol. 13–14)
Green card approved
Appeal granted; green card approved within two months of filing
U.S. citizenship granted
Work permit approved ahead of expected timeline
Petition filed; client and family felt fully informed and supported throughout the process
Client's immigration matter resolved favorably; family remained together
DACA renewal approved; work authorization maintained
VAWA petition approved; client obtained independent immigration status
K-1 visa approved; couple reunited and adjustment of status initiated
Asylum case filed and supported with full documentation
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
BA - Bachelor of Arts (English & Political Science)
2022
2015
2021
English
Spanish