Richard Hanus - Immigration Attorney
Chicago, Elgin and Waukegan Illinois
Since 1990, Richard Hanus has dedicated his practice to helping unravel the complexities of immigration law for individuals and businesses. Immigration laws continue to change, particularly in today's environment, with new agencies and new requirements emerging all the time. Whether you are an individual seeking status in the U.S., or are a business looking to employ foreign national workers, Mr. Hanus can help by drawing on his years of expertise and specialized knowledge.
Member and active role in local chapter's Liaison Committee with Chicago's Citizenship and Immigration Service District Director's Office.
Richard Hanus is also a lecturer on immigration law issues and developments for continuing legal/professional education programs presented by American Immigration Law Association, Chicago Bar Association, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services and National Association of Social Workers.
ARK Chicago (social service agency in Chicago) Richard Hanus Co-President, 2009 - present; Board of Directors, 2004 - present; Vice President, 2007 - 2009.
Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
Distinguished Service Award Recipient, 2006 & 1990; Volunteer Attorney 1989- Present; Immigration Law (AILA) Clinic Chair 1998-2004.
Richard Hanus shared his expertise in immigration law as in presenting a Continuing Legal Education seminar, "Immigration Issues in Family Law", to fellow attorneys at Chicago Volunteer Legal Services headquarters on January 27, 2009.
Richard Hanus shared his expertise in defense strategies for deportation/removal proceedings in presenting a seminar, "Removal for Experts", to fellow attorneys across the U.S. via nationwide teleconference on March 19, 2009.
Richard Hanus will lead a panel discussion and share his expertise with fellow immigration law attorneys at the American Immigration Lawyer's Association Annual Midwest Regional Conference in Chicago, Illinois on the topic, "Affidavits of Support, Government Benefits, Tax Issues and Social Security Benefits" on April 9, 2010.
Mentions/Media
Richard Hanus quoted in article by Shannon Mehner and Brianna McClane "Exploited Immigrants, Unaware of Labor Laws, Afraid to Fight Mistreatment", published by Medill News Service (May 20, 2010).
Richard Hanus recognized as a Super Lawyer for 2009, 2008 and 2007 by Chicago Magazine and Law & Politics Publications. Selected as among the top 5% of Illinois practicing attorneys in an extensive peer review and evaluation process conducted by Law & Politics Publications.
Richard Hanus quoted in article by Antonio Olivo, "Citizenship in Sight, But Then She Voted," published by Chicago Tribune (December 3, 2007). The story also appeared on GMA News.
Richard Hanus quoted in article and television feature by Nishi Gupta, "Immigrant May Lose Chance at Citizenship" published by WHOI-19 Television, Peoria, IL (December 6, 2007).
Richard Hanus quoted in article and television feature by Courtney Brennan, "The Aftermath of the Immigration Sweep" aired and published by WQAD Television, Quad Cities/Moline, IL (November 16, 2006).
Richard Hanus quoted in article by Jennifer Koons, "Reaction: Sanchez-Llamas v. Oregon/Bustillo v. Johnson," published by Medill News Service (July 6, 2006).
Richard Hanus quoted in Associated Press article by Alan Scher Zagier, "Mid-Missourians join fight over deportation," published by Columbia Daily Tribune. (October 2, 2005).
Original insights & analysis of current immigration law issues by R. Hanus, Immigration Law Columnist:
