Elgin Lawyers

We have an outstanding record of successful results for our 100% immigration law practice. We represent clients in immigration matters including employment-based, family-based, and removal litigation. We litigate immigration cases before the Immigration Court, the District Courts, and the United States Courts of Appeals.

We provide assistance in resolving immigration challenges faced by employees and employers, and individuals with a desire to live and work in the United States.

Our firm was consecutively ranked as a Tier 1 law firm in the field of Immigration Law by U.S. News and Best Lawyers, the leading survey of lawyers worldwide in 2010, 2011,...

Kwame Christian joined Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP in August 2020 where he serves as Of Counsel. His practice focuses on representing closely held businesses and their owners in a broad scope of legal needs including business formation and structuring, finance, transactions (including acquisitions and contract preparation and analysis), employment and general business and legal counseling. He is the Director of the American Negotiation Institute (ANI) and a subject matter expert in the field of negotiation and conflict resolution. Kwame has conducted workshops throughout North America and abroad and is a highly sought-after national keynote speaker.

In recent years, Konrad has focused on representation of sexual assault and civil rights victims. He regularly challenges perpetrators and those who facilitate the crimes, such as religious organizations, governmental entities, youth organizations and schools. He begins a two-year term as President of the National Crime Victim Bar Association in 2022, a recognition of his leadership in this field. NCVBA is a national network of the top attorneys who have created new paths for recovery for sex abuse victims against the Catholic Church, Boy Scouts, universities such as Michigan State, Penn State and Southern Cal, and many other entities. Konrad...

Matt Nakajima is a sought-after trial lawyer focusing his practice on wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases. His passion and dedication to clients drive his results. In the last 5 years, Matt has obtained over $50 million in verdicts, judgments, and settlements on behalf of his clients. Matt does not shy away from difficult cases and is known for obtaining extraordinary results under the most challenging circumstances. For example, in 2021, Matt and Lindsay Lawrence entered a case two weeks before trial and obtained at $825,000 jury verdict in Warren County, Ohio, on behalf of a woman who suffered an ankle...

Our Columbus Personal Injury Attorney, Mike Christensen represents clients in a wide range of personal injury and accident cases resulting from others’ negligence including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and truck/big rig accidents. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, you need an Ohio Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for you. The team at our personal injury law firm has over 20 years of experience and knowledge to get you the compensation you deserve. Michael D. Christensen Law Offices, LLC is a Columbus Personal Injury law firm that builds strong cases for our clients who were...

As founder of Soroka & Associates, LLC, Roger R. Soroka represents the rights of people in Columbus, Ohio. He focuses his practice on handling criminal defense cases. In 2004, Mr. Soroka received a Bachelor of Science in finance from Miami University in Ohio. He then earned a Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School in 2007. Protecting his clients' rights is Mr. Soroka's priority. He knows the serious consequences associated with a criminal charge or conviction. He has spent his career taking on even the most challenging cases. A skilled litigator, he knows how to build a strong...

Gabriela's passion for immigration law began with her family, most of which immigrated to the U.S. in the 1970’s. At that time, her family found themselves where many people find themselves today, out of status & unfamiliar with the immigration laws. Gabriela was born in the U.S. & because she was fluent in Spanish & English she accompanied her family to the local immigration office to translate & help with filing applications. She has witnessed the fear & uncertainty associated with dealing with Immigration & experienced firsthand how it feels to deal with an agency that holds your future in...

A first generation college graduate with a goal of becoming an attorney since he was in the third grade, Chris understands firsthand the value of passion and perseverance. You can feel confident that your case will benefit from that same drive. Chris focused his law school curriculum on business law. After graduating from law school, Chris practiced in a general practice law firm for eight years. During those eight years, Chris practiced in the areas of family law, criminal defense, employment law, real estate, and general civil litigation. Since that time, he has practiced almost exclusively in family law. Chris...

Diligent and hardworking litigation attorney with over 10 years of experience, who consistently takes initiative and delivers creative solutions to achieve positive results for clients. Possesses an unyielding work-ethic, passion and skill, while bringing a positive attitude and sense of humor to the legal field. Skilled advocate for legal rights and protections.

I'm a great listener. I love finding solutions for clients.

I have been a practicing attorney focusing on all types of injury cases (automobile accidents, products liability, workers' compensation, etc.), wills and estates, probate, social security disability and domestic relations cases for over 30 years. I have extensive experience in all of those areas and have an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell for over 17 years--the highest rating an attorney may have. I am a member of the American and Ohio Associations for Justice as well as a member of local bar associations.

Michael J. Hayes, Esq. is a central-Ohio based attorney specializing in Criminal Defense/OVI. Mr. Hayes started practicing law in 1998 after over a decade-long stint working in the local court system. He understands folks need to be represented by a zealous and diligent attorney who will bring energy and dedication to each and every case to ensure rights are preserved and fundamental liberties are protected.

Mike is a graduate of Wittenberg University with a B.A. in Political Science and he received his J.D. from Capital Law School, He has also served as appellate review counsel for the Ohio Department of...

Courtney is a founding partner of Cousino & Weinzimmer LLC who has practiced bankruptcy for 16+ years helping thousands of people overcome financial difficulties. Because of this experience, she has the knowledge and understanding of the law required to help people begin the journey to a more secure financial future. Being a part of a boutique law firm that dedicates their skills to one area of law means that she focuses her time on very individualized solutions to managing debt related issues. Courtney is proud to assist in helping people resolve their financial hardships. Outside of the courtroom, she spends significant...

The Law Offices of Dennis C. Belli is a Columbus, Ohio-based law firm that specializes in criminal defense trial and appellate litigation. When I started this firm in 1984, I had one goal in mind - to seek justice and protect the rights of the criminally accused. Our mission is straightforward - to treat every client as an individual deserving of respect, understanding, and aggressive advocacy. Every client is assured of our commitment to thorough preparation, integrity, and the highest standards of the legal profession in the handling of his or her case.

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