Jessica Lyn Marks

Jessica Lyn Marks

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 18 years

Immigration Lawyer at Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

1416 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jessica Lyn Marks

1416 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

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Jessica Lyn Marks's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2012 | Immigration

Outstanding Attorney, strongly recommended.

I have recently worked with Jessica on my EB2-NIW case and I want to express my highest regards for the work that she does. Throughout the process, she demonstrated knowledge, experience, and professionalism in working on my case. She was forthcoming from the beginning about the requirements and... the steps. She provided me with honest opinions and expectations. She was very thorough in collecting the evidence and understanding the case. This made a tremendous difference in drafting a strong petition. She was very responsive, and communicated with me throughout the steps of the process. The staff at the office were also professional and outstanding. At all points of the process I have felt confident about her work and that helped reduce the anxiety. I think that her work is true demonstration of the qualities she provides as a lawyer and I am glad I chose her to petition my case. I would highly recommend her.

Posted by Tanya Stoyanova | December 05, 2011 | Immigration

Outstanding Attorney!

Jessica is an outstanding lawyer. She handled my NIW Green Card Application. All my documentation was perfectly perpetrated and filed by her in no time. What is even more impressive is that I received my Green Card five months after filling. Jessica is extraordinary knowledgeable and responsible,... extremely passionate about her work. She kept me informed throughout the whole process. Jessica is always available for her clients. I consider myself lucky to have Jessica Marks as immigration attorney. I highly recommend Jessica for any immigration issues! Thank you very much Jessica!!! You are Amazing!!!

Posted by Jaime | February 10, 2010 | Immigration

Amazing Attorney!

Ms Marks is an amazing immigration attorney. She took my case and explained every detail to me, she guide me and was always there during the process. I had a J-1 visa and thanks to Jessica the Hardship Waiver application was approved. I have no reservations recommending Ms Marks. She works with a...n incredible team. (The miracle team).

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Jessica Lyn Marks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is a top-notch immigration attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community."

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Joseph Shepherd

Immigration lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jessica Marks is dedicated, capable and exceptionally bright. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Joshua Teets

Immigration lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jessica Marks. Jessica is a fantastic, dedicated attorney who is passionate about immigration and advocating for immigrant rights. She is compassionate to her clients, and provides superior services in all areas of immigration law, especially complex matters. I am fortunate to have worked with her in the past and glad to have her as a colleague in immigration law."

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Joseph Shepherd

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney at Law, Wolfsdorf Immigration Law Group

2007 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Pederson Immigration Law Group, PC

Associations

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Healthcare Professionals/Physicians Committee

2007 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2007

The George Washington University Law School

JD

2004

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

2013 AILA Midyear Conference Handbook Properly Preparing Clients For A Visa Interview Is An Attorney's Duty

2010

The Consular Practice Handbook (AILA) The Fundamentals of Lawyering at Consular Posts

Languages

English

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