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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.
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Attorney 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. 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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Why Hire Us?
At the Law Offices of Richard Hanus, our guiding principal is that each step in the immigration process is crucial. With this in mind, we approach every case with creativity, sensitivity and diligence – the three essential qualities an immigration lawyer 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.
Find Out How We Can Solve Your
Immigration Problem
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.
- Languages – English, Spanish, Polish, Hebrew, Russian, Tagalog and Lithuanian.
Education
University of Illinois College of Law, Champaign, Illinois, 1988 J.D.
Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, 1985 B.S. in Communication Studies/Philosophy
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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 in the field.
The Dog Ate My Homework OR U.S. Immigration Can’t Process My Citizenship Application Because My File is Stuck in a Government Warehouse Basement
By: Richard Hanus, Esq. Published June 23, 2022 Over the course of the pandemic, people in the U.S. and around the world have gotten used to all kinds of inconveniences and delays. There is a new normal out there and we humans have by and large learned to adapt and adjust our expectations. The world of U.S. immigration and agency processing of applications such as for green cards and US citizenship is no exception, and delays related to both the pandemic and the previous administration’s neglect of our legal immigration system continue to rear their ugly head. In general, foreign nationals [...]
What Are the Main Types of Immigration Visas?
With over 40 million immigrants in the USA, the country is no stranger to newcomers. However, despite the large number that has completed the process successfully, it can seem daunting to those who are about to begin the process or would like to immigrate to the USA and have no idea where to start. If you're thinking about immigrating to the USA, let's see if it's possible. Here are the different types of immigration visas. Family and Spousal Visas Most people who immigrate to the US come because their significant other is here or an immediate family member. There are [...]
4 Essential Q & A’s on One of the Most Important Defenses to Deportation
By: Richard Hanus, Esq. Published May 28, 2022 For foreign nationals living in the U.S. for an extended period without immigration status, one of the most often used and potent defenses to deportation is an Application for Cancellation of Removal for Nonpermanent Residents (FORM EOIR-42B). Whether they overstayed their visa or entered the U.S. without inspection, an undocumented foreign national who meets certain eligibility requirements may qualify for Cancellation of Removal, an avenue for relief that leads to green card issuance. The ultimate decisionmaker on this type of application is the Immigration Judge presiding over removal proceedings, and with a U.S. [...]
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