Experienced Immigration Lawyers in Illinois
Scott D. Pollock and Associates, P.C. has been practicing immigration and naturalization law in Illinois for over 35 years. Based in Chicago, we serve clients throughout Illinois and the United States, including New York City, Boston, Miami, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and more.
Our reputation as knowledgeable, experienced, and compassionate attorneys is earned through hard work and dedication to our clients. Our wealth of knowledge in every area of immigration law means we are ready to strive for the best possible outcome for every client. We offer immigration and naturalization law services for businesses, organizations, and individuals nationwide.
Your Illinois Immigration Law Advocates
Navigating the complexities of the immigration and naturalization legal system is challenging in Illinois. Laws, regulations, processes, and form requirements are continually changing, making it easy to misinterpret rules and guidelines set forth by the United States government.
Scott D. Pollock and Associates, P.C. in Illinois is always on top of immigration law. Staying current helps inform our mission, which is to advocate for you in the best way possible so that you get the best possible result. Our team’s combined decades of experience mean you are in good hands, no matter your circumstances.
Serving Illinois and Beyond
Our immigration law services include fighting for families, individuals, organizations, and businesses in Illinois and throughout the United States.
Family Immigration Lawyers
We are passionate about keeping families together in the United States. We know how challenging and stressful keeping your family united can be. If you or a family member needs legal representation in an immigration matter, contact us today.
Employment Immigration Lawyers
Today’s competitive global economy means hiring talent from across the globe. Hiring foreign nationals means meeting numerous compliance standards established by the United States government.
Vital Immigration Services in Illinois
Our knowledge and experience serve our clients in all areas of immigration and naturalization law, including:
- Immigration Visas/Green Cards: Applying for documentation allowing an individual to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States.
- Non-Immigrant Visas: Requesting documentation that allows temporary travel to the United States for tourism, academic study, or temporary employment.
- Immigration Litigation: Fighting and appealing adverse decisions from immigration court or fighting denials of immigration benefits.
- Immigration Visa Consular Processing: Processing immigrant visas (green cards) through American consulates located abroad.
- Employer Immigration Compliance: Helping companies abide by United States compliance standards when hiring foreign nationals.
- Citizenship: Acquiring the advantages of United States citizenship, including the right to vote, the ability to travel with a passport, and the chance to help other family members immigrate.
- Investigations: Representing clients during any immigration investigation, including criminal or personal history.
- Removal Proceedings: Advocating for clients when there is a threat of removal by the U.S. government.
- Deportation Defense Services: Providing legal representation and advocacy to prevent deportation and protect the rights of individuals facing removal from the United States.
Illinois State Immigration Statistics as for June 2025
| Metric | Value (as of June 2025) | Notes / Context |
|---|---|---|
| Pending Immigration Court Cases in Cook County | 110,929 cases | Highest county count nationwide. Source |
| Total Backlog Pending Federal-wide | 3,461,637 cases | Nationwide backlog. Source |
| Asylum-Filed Cases Pending Nationwide | 2,209,097 cases | National count, includes Illinois. Source |
| Total Completed in FY 2024 (U.S.) | 914,812 cases | National total. Source |
| FY 2024 Removal Orders (U.S.) | 315,864 (about 35%) | National data. Source |
| FY 2024 Grants of Relief (U.S.) | 48,952 (about 5%) | National data. Source |
Experienced Illinois Immigration Lawyers
Founder Scott D. Pollock is committed to helping people who, like his parents, desire a better life by immigrating to the United States. Scott has practiced U.S. immigration law since 1985. His specialties include family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, political asylum, deportation defense, waivers of inadmissibility, immigration litigation, and appeals.
Scott has assembled a team of attorneys dedicated to bettering the lives of all clients. Their passion and motivation come from years of experience advocating for and fighting for clients inside and outside the courtroom.
Our attorneys have decades of combined experience, vast knowledge, and various backgrounds. We ensure that each client is matched with an attorney who best suits their needs and circumstances. Additionally, our attorneys counsel one another as we work together to prioritize the best possible outcome for all clients.
Immigration Lawyers Ready to Work for Illinois
For over 35 years, Scott D. Pollock and Associates, P.C. has been a trusted name in immigration law, serving clients in Illinois and across the United States. Our thorough and hard-working team of attorneys is dedicated to navigating the complex landscape of immigration law for families, individuals, and businesses to get the best possible results.
We offer comprehensive services spanning from visa services to citizenship processes, always striving for the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you’re seeking family reunification, employment-based immigration solutions, or litigation assistance, our firm is ready to advocate for you and guide you every step of the way. Contact us today for professional and compassionate support while on your immigration journey.
