IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY PROFILE
James Stanton Whitehead
Immigration Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Sidley Austin LLPChicago, IL
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James Stanton Whitehead is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, counseling, appellate and 10 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years. James practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL.
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About the Attorney
James Stanton Whitehead is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, counseling, appellate and 10 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years. James practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL.
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Petitions for review, mandamus actions and other federal court litigation involving immigration agencies.
- Employer immigration programs, Form I-9 compliance and worksite enforcement matters.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- J.D., University of Chicago Law School
- B.A. Economics, Yale University
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and District of Columbia Circuits (1988)
- Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (2004)
- Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1983)
- AV Preeminent
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Office & Service Areas
Sidley Austin LLP
One S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60603-2302
Serving clients in Chicago and throughout Illinois.
Consultation & Fees Overview
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- Engagement terms and scope of representation provided in writing
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.