Atty. Cecilia Chike

Atty. Cecilia Chike

Cecilia Chike is a lawyer practicing immigration, citizenship, asylum and 25 other areas of law. Cecilia received a LL.B. degree from Imo State University & Nigerian Law School in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Gaithersburg Gaithersburg 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Cecilia Chike at a glance

Cecilia Chike is a Principal based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, practicing at Chike Law Group. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on green cards, citizenship, deportation, asylum, and employment. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2001). Educated at Howard University Law School (J.D. Masters, 2001) and Imo State University & Nigerian Law School (LL.B. Bachelors, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Gaithersburg, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cecilia Chike is a lawyer practicing immigration, citizenship, asylum and 25 other areas of law
  • Cecilia received a LL.B. degree from Imo State University & Nigerian Law School in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Cecilia practices at Chike Law Group in Gaithersburg, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Cecilia Chike's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cecilia Chike handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Green Cards / Permanent Residency

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Citizenship & Naturalization

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Deportation & Removal Defense

Cecilia Chike is one of 1,229 deportation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse deportation attorneys in Maryland →

Asylum & Refugee

Cecilia Chike is one of 1,790 asylum attorneys indexed nationally. Browse asylum attorneys in Maryland →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gaithersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cecilia Chike

Where is Cecilia Chike's law office located?
Cecilia Chike's law practice is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The firm is Chike Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cecilia Chike handle?
Cecilia Chike focuses on green cards, citizenship, deportation, asylum, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Cecilia Chike practiced law?
Cecilia Chike has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Cecilia Chike go to law school?
Cecilia Chike earned their education at (J.D. Masters, 2001); (LL.B. Bachelors, 1993).
How can I contact Cecilia Chike for a consultation?
You can contact Cecilia Chike directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Cecilia Chike received?
Cecilia Chike's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Masters
Howard University Law School
- 2001
LL.B. Bachelors
Imo State University & Nigerian Law School
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2001

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