Michael Durham

Michael E. Durham

Partner

Michael Durham brings deep knowledge and dedication to navigating clients through immigration law matters. His decades of focus in this legal discipline translate into tangible benefits for businesses, employers, and individuals seeking skillful immigration assistance.

Michael’s profound understanding of immigration law empowers clients to achieve their goals efficiently. He leverages his critical insights and know-how to streamline immigration process protocols that range from securing nonimmigrant and immigrant status for employees to advising on I-9 verification compliance and E-Verify procedures. This experience is invaluable for the diverse clientele he serves, including hospitals, universities, tech firms, and religious organizations.

From physicians and researchers to international executives and investors, Michael tailors his approach to problem-solving and legal solutions to each client's unique needs. His extensive experience spans family-based immigration, naturalization matters, and the representation of individuals with extraordinary abilities. Michael’s versatility shines through in his work with professionals across various fields.

A testament to his diverse practice, Durham has represented professional race car drivers, including an Indianapolis 500 champion. This blend of niche perspective and broad immigration know-how allows him to effectively advise clients facing multifaceted immigration challenges.

Michael is not regularly admitted to practice in the local courts of Indiana.

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Immigration law is a dynamic field where every case is a human story. My role is to create clear and achievable legal pathways to realizing client dreams and aspirations.
Credentials

Education

  • University of Colorado, B.A., political science, 1996
  • Notre Dame Law School, J.D., 2001

Bar Admissions

  • Illinois

Court Admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
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