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The Immigration Law Office of Richard Hanus
For the past 25+ years, Richard Hanus has been providing immigration law representation and counsel to a varied spectrum of clientele, including individuals, families and businesses, and in locations across the U.S. and the world. National press and a great number of his clients consider him to be the best immigration lawyer Chicago has to offer. Watch our brief video talking about our immigration law office, our process and how we can help you with your immigration law needs.
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Immigration Law Office Chicago News: Richard Hanus Speaks About Immigration Issues in the Media
Richard Hanus’ experience puts him in a position of authority when it comes to speaking to the media or in providing instruction to fellow professionals. It’s no wonder why many consider him to be the best immigration lawyer Chicago has to offer. From counseling clients in navigating our complex immigration law system, to taking a deportation defense case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, Richard Hanus has gained a deep understanding of U.S. immigration law and shares his insights in a clear, articulate manner.
Business Immigration
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Marriage and Family Immigration
A foreign national’s path to a green card most often will be by way of a family relationship, including as the spouse or fiancé of a U.S. citizen, although several other family relationships can qualify as well.
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The Benefits of Our Immigration Law Office
At the Law Offices of Richard Hanus, our guiding principal is to be the best immigration lawyer Chicago has to offer. With this in mind, we approach every case with creativity, sensitivity and diligence – the three essential qualities an immigration law office should possess. Along with these 3 essential qualities, Richard Hanus provides his clients with counsel founded in honesty and practicality, and applies his 25+ years of experience in representing immigration law clientele with matters before :
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS)
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement(ICE)
- Executive Office of Immigration Review/Immigration Court (Defense in Removal/Deportation proceedings)
- Executive Office of Immigration Review/Board of Immigration Appeals
- U.S. Department of Labor
- U.S. Department of State
- U.S. District Courts and Courts of Appeal
- U.S. Supreme Court
He fought hard for us and believed in us. Justice was served and now all of us had lived the life of American Dream. Thank you Atty. Hanus.
The Immigration Law Office of Choice
“My husband and I hired Mr. Hanus to assist us throughout my permanent residence and naturalization applications. It was the best decision we ever made.”
Find Out Why Many Consider Richard Hanus The Best Immigration Lawyer Chicago Has to Offer
Finding the best, most practical, solution to your immigration law questions depends on having the most accurate and relevant information at hand. For certain, the immigration law playing field often presents itself as a confusing maze. The right decisions in your case will be based on a realistic and honest assessment by knowledgeable immigration law counsel, such as Richard Hanus of the Law Offices of Richard Hanus.
Our Languages and Counsel’s Educational Foundation
Our office offers access to a staff fluent in many languages and an Attorney with impeccable educational credentials.
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Today’s Legal News
Accessing the most up to date immigration law news is essential – whether you are facing a family related immigration question or are a company manager looking to bring aboard a foreign worker. Federal laws, regulations and policies can change daily and immediately impact any given immigration law process. We feature the most up to date information, derived by way of conventional media, professional resources as well Attorney Hanus’ practical experiences as what many consider to be the best immigration lawyer Chicago has to offer.
The New Adjustment of Status Memo, Legal Immigration and the Court Challenges to Come
By: Richard Hanus, Esq. May 24, 2026 Last Friday the Trump Administration released a memorandum reversing decades of established policy and legal interpretation when it comes to intending immigrants and a popular option to process applications for permanent residence (Green Card) in the U.S. This process, known as “Adjustment of Status”, has been a long time, practical avenue toward legal residence and an alternative to having the applicant return to their home country for processing at a U.S. consular post. Eligibility for Adjustment of Status has always depended on an applicant fulfilling a long list of requirements, including having entered [...]
Users of the U.S. Legal Immigration System Face Additional Roadblocks and Delays
By: Richard Hanus, Esq. April 30, 2026 In the world of U.S. immigration law, it seems everywhere you turn these days, a new delay or pause is plaguing application processing. The processing delays or halts are being directed by the Trump administration and are impacting more and more immigration filings. Most recently, as of the beginning of this week, US Department of Homeland Security/Citizenship and Immigration Services ("US DHS/CIS") announced the implementation of a heightened FBI security check system for various applications filed by foreign nationals now present in the U.S. The heightened security check protocol will cause a processing [...]
A Quick Guide to Writing a US Invitation Letter for Business Visa Applications
According to the Report of Visa Office 2023, there were over 10 million non-immigrant visas issued by the State Department. This includes tourism, student, work, and business visas. With such a significant demand for entry into the U.S., it's important to ensure that your application is done right. A key component of the process is the U.S. invitation letter for business visa applications. The document can greatly impact the success of your application, so it needs to be well-crafted. Read on for tips on how to write an effective invitation letter. What Is a U.S. Invitation Letter for a Business [...]
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