How Much Does Immigration Lawyer Cost in Illinois?

Illinois pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2026.

Low End

$1,575

Average

$4,200

High End

$10,500

per case

Immigration Lawyer Pricing in Illinois

In Illinois, the average cost for immigration lawyer is $4,200 per case, which is 5% higher than the national average of $4,000. Most Illinois residents pay between $1,575 and $10,500.

Illinois has costs that track closely with the national average, though prices can still vary between urban and rural areas within the state.

Immigration lawyers handle visas, green cards, citizenship applications, deportation defense, and asylum cases. Costs vary dramatically by case type and complexity.

Illinois vs National Average

Illinois Average

$4,200

National Average

$4,000

What Affects Immigration Lawyer Cost in Illinois?

Case Type

Citizenship: $1,500-$3,000. Family green card: $2,000-$5,000. Employment visa: $3,000-$8,000. Deportation defense: $5,000-$15,000. Asylum: $5,000-$15,000

Filing Fees

Government fees add $500-$2,000+ on top of attorney fees

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Top-Rated Immigration Lawyer Pros in Illinois

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Liberty Law Group

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💡 Tips to Save on Immigration Lawyer in Illinois

1.Simple applications like citizenship can be done without a lawyer ($725 filing fee only)
2.Legal aid organizations offer free immigration help for qualifying individuals
3.Get a flat-fee quote rather than hourly billing
4.Law school clinics provide supervised immigration help at no cost

📈 Immigration Lawyer in Illinois Cost Trends (2020–2024)

Prices have increased +17.7% over the last 5 years

$3,567

2020

$3,717

2021

$3,959

2022

$4,070

2023

$4,200

2024

Year	National Avg	YoY Change
2020	$3,567	—
2021	$3,717	+4.2%
2022	$3,959	+6.5%
2023	$4,070	+2.8%
2024	$4,200	+3.2%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

💬 What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for Immigration Lawyer in Illinois

$4,481

Avg Reported

$3,137

Lowest Reported

$6,497

Highest Reported

Recent Reports

$4,021

Dallas, TX · Jan 2024

★★★★☆

$5,156

Chicago, IL · Feb 2024

★★★☆☆

$4,556

Phoenix, AZ · Mar 2024

★★★★★

$4,470

Denver, CO · Apr 2024

★★★☆☆

$3,916

Atlanta, GA · May 2024

★★★★☆

$4,967

Seattle, WA · Jun 2024

★★★★★

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an immigration lawyer?

For straightforward applications (citizenship, renewal), you may not. For green cards, employment visas, deportation defense, or any complicated situation, a lawyer is strongly recommended.