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Christina Joan Murdoch

Immigration attorney · Chicago, IL · Admitted Illinois 2000

About this attorney

Christina Joan Murdoch is an accomplished attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, with over 25 years of extensive legal experience. She dedicates her practice primarily to immigration law, helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complexities of United States immigration policies and legal procedures. Ms. Murdoch completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Chicago, earning an A.B. in 2000, and went on to obtain her Juris Doctor from the prestigious University of Michigan Law School in 2005. Over her decades in practice, she has built a distinguished reputation among colleagues and clients alike, earning consistent high marks for her legal advocacy and client care. Committed to providing compassionate and strategic legal representation, Ms. Murdoch approaches every case with diligence and attention to detail. She understands the profound personal impact of immigration matters and works closely with clients to guide them toward successful, lasting legal resolutions.

Throughout their legal career, Christina has concentrated their practice on complex immigration filings, including green card legal assistance, green cards, and work visas. Having graduated from University of Michigan Law School, they bring rigorous statutory analysis, thorough evidentiary documentation, and meticulous case preparation to every client petition before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and regional Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) immigration courts.

Recognizing that immigration matters are deeply personal and critical to their clients' future, Christina maintains transparent communication and accessible counsel throughout every stage of the legal process. Their office conducts thorough initial case evaluations, helps clients understand potential risks and timelines, and provides clear, personalized guidance from initial petition submission through interview representation and appellate review.

Matters handled

Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):

Practice Focus

Asylum and refugee protection

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Green cards

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Marriage and family petitions

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Work visas

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Citizenship and naturalization

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Deportation defense

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Student visas

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Business immigration

Specific Legal Services & Filings
Green Card Legal Assistance

Admissions

Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:

Illinois State BarActive
Admitted: 2000
Verified
Federal Immigration Court Practice (EOIR)

Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.

Law School & Legal Education
University of Michigan Law SchoolJ.D. (2005)
University of ChicagoA.B. (2000)

Languages

Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:

English

Consultations

Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:

Format Options
In-person, Phone & Video

Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.

Initial Consultation Fee
Fixed Fee Consultation

Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.

Office

Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:

Physical Address
Christina Joan Murdoch
105 W. Madison St.
Suite 2200
Chicago, IL 60602
Remote Representation Available

Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.

Contact

Reach Christina directly by phone or submit your inquiry below:

Direct Telephone
+1 (312) 585-6604
Law Firm Website
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