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I would definitely recommend Jim Hacking from the Hacking Law Practice to all of my family and friends, and know that they will be in good hands.
Mr. Hacking was very professional and handled the case extremely well, always responded as soon as possible to any of our doubts and questions. The staff was very courteous and efficient as well. They walked us through the entire procedure and we got our mom’s green card within 6 months!!!
Thank you so much for your professional and effective help. I won't hesitate to recommend you to anyone who needs assistance with any immigration case.
Having dealt with many lawyers in my professional career, there is nobody that I would recommend more than Jim Hacking of the Hacking Law Practice. For over 10 years, Mr. Hacking is the most effective and resourceful attorney who has ever represented me. From general practice to immigration to civil rights, I have always known Mr. Hacking to be an incredibly loyal advocate for his clients and also immensely respected by his peers in the legal industry. Quite simply, I will return to the Hacking Law Practice for all of my legal needs and would recommend him to all of my family, friends and neighbors without any hesitation whatsoever. By hiring the Hacking Law Practice, you will be able to sleep peacefully at night knowing that you have the best lawyer in St. Louis on your side! (Arsalan I., The Crescent Post Group, LLC)
The prompt, thorough and responsive service regarding our work visa needs was exactly what we needed, and when we next bring an international circus star to St. Louis, Jim will be our "go-to" man. (Joel K. Emery, Executive Director of Circus Flora)
Jim Hacking was nothing short of a miracle for us. I believe, with all my heart, if it weren't for him, and him alone, my daughter-in-law would have been deported. (Donna S.)

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St. Louis, Missouri Immigration, Civil Rights & Litigation Firm

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James O. Hacking, III

Jim Hacking
34 N. Gore, Suite 101
St Louis, MO 63119

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Jim Hacking has practiced law in the greater St. Louis area since 1997. While immigration law is his primary focus, Jim has handled civil litigation for his entire practice. Jim applies his litigation skills to his immigration practice, successfully litigating numerous cases against the federal government for individuals waiting for years for citizenship and lawful permanent resident status. He also has successfully represented many clients facing deportation from the United States.

Outside of the immigration realm, Jim represents individuals injured through the negligence of others and also handles workers compensation claims. Jim is an experienced litigator, having handled numerous cases through trial and appeals in Missouri and Illinois. In the early part of his career, Jim practiced maritime law at a local boutique firm. Jim now uses that background in representing barge workers injured on the job. He has handled numerous Jones Act injury claims over the course of his career.

Jim has been active in local civic affairs. He has been a volunteer attorney through Legal Services of Eastern Missouri since he started practicing law. Jim was a founding member of the St. Louis Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations and served as the group's executive director for two years. He has served on the U.S. Attorney's Hate Crimes Task Force and currently chairs the Muslim Task Force of the ACLU of Eastern Missouri. In 2009, he received the Eugene H. Buder Award from the ACLU of Eastern Missouri as volunteer of the year. In 2009, Jim was elected to the inaugural board of Missouri Immigrants & Refugee Advocates, an organization dedicated to fighting for the rights of immigrants and refugees. In 2010, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri awarded Jim the F. Wm. McCalpin Pro Bono Award for his efforts advocating for low income individuals in the St. Louis area. Jim has also taught as an adjunct professor at the SLU Law School.

In 2004, the Riverfront Times named Jim the Best Lawyer in St. Louis. Jim graduated with honors from Saint Louis University School of Law, where he served as Editor in Chief of the Saint Louis University Law Journal. His article "Won't You Be My Neighbor - Does New Jersey's Megan's Law Violate The Constitution Ban On The Passage Of Ex Post Facto Legislation?" appeared in the 41st Edition of the Law Journal.

Jim has been featured in The New York Times, the Washington Post and on National Public Radio. He has been interviewed repeatedly on local television, radio and print outlets. He lives in Webster Groves, Missouri, with his wife, three sons and daughter.

Education:

Saint Louis University School of Law, J.D., 1997

Saint Louis University, B.A. History, 1992

Saint Louis University High School, 1988

Professional Honors & Activities:

Up & Coming Lawyer, Missouri Lawyers' Weekly, 2010

F. Wm. McCalpin Pro Bono Award, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, 2010

Eugene Buder Spirit of Freedom Award, ACLU of Eastern Missouri, 2009

Best Lawyer, The Riverfront Times, 2004

Court Admissions:

State of Missouri, 1997-Present

State of Illinois, 1998-Present

Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, 2000-Present

Eastern District of Missouri, 1997-Present

Southern District of Illinois, 1999-Present

Central District of Illinois, 2002-Present

Northern District of Illinois, 2009-Present

The Hacking Law Practice, LLC helps individuals and families who need help with U.S. citizenship, legal residency, deportation, and other immigration issues in the St. Louis area and across Missouri and Illinois, including:

St Louis City; St. Louis County; Jefferson County; St. Charles County; Madison County, IL; St. Clair County, IL; Columbia and Rolla, MO; Champaign, IL; Kansas City, MO; Chicago, IL; all other cities and counties in Missouri.

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Hacking Law Practice, LLC

34 N. Gore, Suite 101
St Louis, MO 63119
Phone: 314.961.8200
Fax: 314.961.8201
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Jim Hacking is available for free immigration-related public speaking engagements. Request that he visit your school, college, church, synagogue or mosque today.