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As a kid in growing up in Soviet Russia, I devoured Perry Mason stories, dreaming of one day being an attorney. Even at that early age I believed in justice, rule of law and sticking up for people who could not protect themselves. I did not know what kind of law I wanted to practice, I just knew I wanted to help people with their problems (while wearing a fancy suit).
Fast forward a decade or so, and I found myself in law school as I'd always wanted. It was there, while clerking at an immigration law firm in Chicago, that I discovered my passion. I loved the complexity of immigration law and the fastidiousness that was required to file a successful case.
After graduating law school in the top 5% of my class and passing the bar in Illinois, I continued working with immigrants in Chicago, concentrating primarily on employment visas, asylum, and deportation defense. After moving to San Diego I spent a few years in criminal appellate work and gained experience navigating the federal court system, investigating cases, and writing numerous appeals and habeas corpus petitions.
Throughout this detour into criminal law, I never abandoned my passion for immigration. Practicing immigration law makes me feel that I am constantly keeping my finger on the pulse of the country. That feeling, in addition to very real and often profound life stories of my clients, keeps me involved, passionate, and excited about my practice. Being an immigrant myself, I know firsthand what my clients go through, so I make sure their path is as smooth as possible.
While my immigration practice is broad, I tend to focus on family immigration, investor visas, visas for entertainers, asylum, deportation defense, and appellate work. My experience in both criminal and immigration law gives me a unique advantage when working with foreigners who have criminal convictions.
Every case is equally important to me: from a simple employment authorization application to a complex appeal in the federal court. I love a challenge. I will not stop until I find a solution. Seeing a happy client is my highest reward. When in doubt, I think “What Would Perry Mason Do?”
Outside of work, I read, practice yoga, cook, and enjoy music events. Life is a treasure to enjoy and I try to enjoy every minute. My purpose is to change the world for the better, and I change it one client at a time.
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Posted by Dmitry | September 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Professional and reliable
Yuliya is a highly professional and knowledgeable lawyer. She made my US naturalization case an easy success, even though I had some issues to worry about. She is always keen to help, aware of the latest legal tweaks, and very good in explaining things. Highly recommended!
Posted by Behrouz | August 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
A very reliable lawyer
She has helped us with two immigration request cases and we couldn't be happier with her quality of service and her fast response and attention to the case. I would highly recommend her.
Posted by Alexander | July 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Top quality representation
Yuliya provided us with guidance and representation in our immigration case that started in mid 2018 and successfully ended in mid 2019. All through this time she consistently proved herself to be very competent, proactive and helpful. Always professional and thorough, always on time with her communi...
Posted by Liudmila | December 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Great lawyer.
I would like to express my gratitude to Yuliya Pashkova for her conscientious work, for timely assistance in my business. Yuliya very responsibly and in a timely manner helped me in obtaining a visa, told me what and how best to write and do. I was very pleased to work and communicate with her. ...
Posted by Ilya | August 10, 2018
Consultation
very nice was to communicate with the Julia. she is very professional all says, on all my questions I got the answers, thank You Julia
"Yuliya is an intelligent and hard-working attorney. I endorse her for any of your immigration law needs."
"Yuliya is an exceptional immigration attorney. I have referred many clients to her, and I always know they are in good hands. She is diligent, responsive and provides wonderful client representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Is very passionate lawyer and very knowledgeable and experienced with immigration law."
"Yuliya is an efficient and diligent lawyer who has provided great assistance to my clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Yuliya is a tireless and advocate for her clients. She is passionate about immigration law, and about giving her clients the best service she can by understanding their needs and staying on top of the ever-changing state of immigration law. She is also an excellent writer."
"Yuliya is passionate about her work. She's professional, hard-working, and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right."
"Yuliya has always been a warm, honest and hardworking individual. Importantly, Yuliya also has a great legal mind, which I've experienced first-hand when interacting with her and her clients. Without question, I endorse Yuliya Pashkova."
"Yuliya is a fantastic attorney who is dedicated to giving her clients the highest quality of justice. I recently worked together on a matter with Yuliya involving a complex analysis for a client seeking an investor visa. That matter was not only factually complex, but involved some tight time deadlines. Yuliya was aptly able to fully address the legal issues presented, and well within the limited time frame allotted."
"Yuliya is a fantastic immigration attorney. Anyone would be well served by having her in their corner."
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Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2005
Membership, Order of the Coif
2005
CALI Award for the Highest Grade in Commercial Law, Chicago-Kent College of Law
2004
CALI Award for the Highest Grade in Criminal Procedure, Chicago-Kent College of Law
2017 - 2018
Of Counsel, Embry Dana Sattro, LLP
2014 - 2017
Of Counsel, Panagopoulos Embry P.C.
2007 - 2013
Law Clerk, Allen Bloom, Attorney at Law
2005 - 2006
Associate, Broyles Law Office
2003 - 2005
Law Clerk, Davidson & Schiller, LLC
2000 - 2001
Assistant Professor of English, Buryat State University
2005 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2017
San Diego Regional Chamber of CommerceMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Shoplifting for a Green card holder
08 Mar 2018
I lost my biometric appointment card for Green card application and what should I do? Can I still go to my appt or not? ?
12 Dec 2017
While filing i360 (Vawa Petition) can we use the priority date of the previously filed i130, Abuser(a US Citizen) sponsored.
05 Aug 2016