Atty. Drew Elesh, Esq.

Atty. Drew Elesh, Esq.

Immigration Lawyer Drew Elesh has been a licensed attorney since 1996. In the late 1990s He gained experience in the Courts of Illinois in both criminal law and immigration matters as well as divorce cases.

Skokie Skokie 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Drew Elesh, Esq. at a glance

Drew Elesh, Esq. is a Founder based in Skokie, Illinois, practicing at Immigration Law Office. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on citizenship, deportation, asylum, employment, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Skokie, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Immigration Lawyer Drew Elesh has been a licensed attorney since 1996
  • In the late 1990s He gained experience in the Courts of Illinois in both criminal law and immigration matters as well as divorce cases
  • Since 2000 he has practiced primarily as an immigration attorney
  • Attorney Elesh has mentored younger attorneys and paralegals
  • As a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) he is constantly up-to-date with the latest laws and regulations for the immigration court known as the EOIR or for filings with the immigration serivce known as USCIS
  • A graduate of the University of Michigan and having attended Northwestern University as an undergraduate he focused on the international issues which relate to immigration cases such As the politics and culture of foreign countries
  • In 1996 he earned his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from the University of Miami School of Law
  • He meets clients either at the office at 5225 Old Orchard Rd Suite #28 Skokie, Illinois 60077 or via Zoom or Skype
  • He uses the latest technology to offer easy billing via Zelle Quick pay or other online payment methods or via credit card
  • He assists both employers and employees with the immigration process for work visas, work permits, and permanent residency and ultimately U.S
  • Citizenship
  • Mr. Elesh enjoys visiting Japan every year and spending time with his family and 4 year old black labrador named Koko
  • Licensed in Illinois 1996
  • Trained in immigration by American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and Federal Bar Association seminars in Chicago, Miami, Memphis and More
  • CLASSES/SEMINARS • U.S
  • Citizenship, New Citizens, 2015 PRO BONO ACTIVITIES • New Citizens, 2015

Practice Areas Explained

Drew Elesh, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Deportation & Removal Defense

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Asylum & Refugee

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Employment Law

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

Drew Elesh, Esq. is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Skokie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Drew Elesh, Esq.

Where is Drew Elesh, Esq.'s law office located?
Drew Elesh, Esq.'s law practice is located in Skokie, Illinois. The firm is Immigration Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Drew Elesh, Esq. handle?
Drew Elesh, Esq. focuses on citizenship, deportation, asylum, employment, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Drew Elesh, Esq. practiced law?
Drew Elesh, Esq. has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Drew Elesh, Esq. go to law school?
Drew Elesh, Esq. earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Drew Elesh, Esq. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1996
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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