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Atty. Jihan Merlin

Atty. Jihan Merlin

Jihan Merlin is a lawyer practicing immigration law. Jihan received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Chicago Chicago 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Jihan Merlin at a glance

Jihan Merlin is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on immigration. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2013). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 2013) and Northwestern University (B.S., 2007). Active member of American Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Jihan Merlin is a lawyer practicing immigration law
  • Jihan received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Jihan practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jihan Merlin's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Chicago 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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Where is Jihan Merlin's law office located?
Jihan Merlin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jihan Merlin handle?
Jihan Merlin focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jihan Merlin practiced law?
Jihan Merlin has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Jihan Merlin go to law school?
Jihan Merlin earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.S., 2007).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 2013
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2013

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