Beata Leja

Beata Leja is a Principal attorney at Minsky, McCormick & Hallagan, P.C., where she focuses on employment-based and family-based immigration law. She is recognized for her expertise in handling complex immigration matters, assisting clients ranging from undocumented individuals to multinational professionals. Her work has helped numerous clients obtain lawful status and navigate intricate U.S. immigration processes.

Beata earned her J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 2007. She also holds a Master of Education from National-Louis University (2003) and dual B.A. degrees in Spanish and International Relations from the University of Southern California (2001). Her education reflects a strong foundation in both legal and multicultural studies.

Beata is licensed to practice law in Illinois and admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. She is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), the Polish American Chamber of Commerce, and the Advocates Society. Beata also serves as Co-Chair of the USCIS District Director Liaison Committee, highlighting her leadership and authority in U.S. immigration law.

With honors such as “Leading Lawyer,” “Super Lawyer,” and “Best Lawyer,” Beata Leja has been widely recognized for her contributions to immigration law. She regularly presents at conferences and universities, publishes articles, and mentors future legal professionals. Her efforts demonstrate a continued commitment to advancing fair and informed immigration policies.

Through strategic advocacy and individualized legal solutions, Beata has enabled families to reunite, businesses to secure top talent globally, and individuals to build secure futures in the United States. Fluent in Polish and conversant in Spanish, she provides accessible, culturally competent counsel to diverse client communities.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal, Minsky, McCormick & Hallagan, P.C.
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
• Member, Polish American Chamber of Commerce (PACC)
• Member, Advocates Society (The Association of Polish-American Attorneys)
• Member, National Immigration Litigation Alliance

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Loyola University Chicago School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Southern California
  BA in International Relations & Spanish

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