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Sofia Mitkova Zneimer

Immigration attorney · Chicago, IL · Admitted Illinois 2003, bar no. Active Registration

About this attorney

Sofia Mitkova Zneimer is an experienced Chicago-based attorney concentrating her practice in immigration law, personal injury, and civil litigation. With over two decades of dedicated legal practice, she represents individuals, families, and businesses in complex disputes and administrative matters, providing strategic and compassionate counsel.

Ms. Zneimer earned her Juris Doctor from the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2003, where she graduated with distinction as a member of the Order of the Coif. She also holds Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from Sofia University. Her extensive practice includes appearing before key administrative bodies such as U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO), and the U.S. Department of Labor, as well as litigating in Illinois state and federal courts.

Committed to vigorous advocacy and high professional standards, Ms. Zneimer works diligently to protect the rights of her clients. Whether guiding individuals through intricate immigration pathways or fighting on behalf of injured clients to secure fair compensation, she delivers responsive and meticulous representation tailored to each client's unique needs.

Matters handled

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

Practice Focus

Asylum and refugee protection

Practice Focus

Green cards

Practice Focus

Marriage and family petitions

Practice Focus

Work visas

Practice Focus

Citizenship and naturalization

Practice Focus

Deportation defense

Practice Focus

Student visas

Practice Focus

Business immigration

Specific Legal Services & Filings
Citizenship Legal AssistanceGreen Card Legal Assistance

Admissions

Licensing, bar registration numbers, and court practice jurisdictions:

Illinois State BarActive
State Bar Number: Active Registration
Admitted: 2003
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
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of LawJuris Doctor (JD) (2003)
Sofia UniversityMaster of Arts (MA)
Sofia UniversityBachelor of Arts (BA)

Languages

Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:

EnglishBulgarian

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
Sofia Mitkova Zneimer
4141 North Western Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618
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 Sofia directly by phone or submit your inquiry below:

Direct Telephone
+1 (312) 654-5715
Law Firm Website
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