Rafael Castillo
Immigration attorney · Chicago, IL · Admitted Illinois 2007
About this attorney
Rafael Castillo is a dedicated immigration attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, with nearly two decades of experience representing individuals and families in complex legal matters. Serving as a Supervising Immigration Attorney, he focuses his practice on deportation defense, asylum proceedings, and comprehensive application filings before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Mr. Castillo earned his Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in 2010 following his undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois in 2007. Over the course of his legal career, he has successfully guided numerous clients through immigration court hearings and removal proceedings, developing robust defense strategies tailored to the unique circumstances of each case.
Committed to providing accessible and communicative counsel, Mr. Castillo works closely with Spanish-speaking clients to ensure clear understanding and transparency at every step. His approach combines assertive advocacy in the courtroom with compassionate, individualized attention to protect the rights of immigrants and keep families together.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:
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.
Languages
Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:
Consultations
Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:
Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:
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
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