Peter Messersmith

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Peter Messersmith

4.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 23 years

Immigration Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

390 N Orange Ave, Suite 2300, Orlando, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Peter

Biography

The Messersmith Law Firm makes immigration possible. Call (833) 983-0397 NOW to find out how!

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

The Messersmith Law Firm is a full-service law firm, concentrating on immigration law. We have special expertise in work visas, family based visas, visa waivers, green cards through family and employment and asylum. We are well known for our zealous and creative advocacy on behalf of our clients. The Messersmith Law Firm assists large and small companies and institutions nationwide in complying with the complex immigration requirements of the USCIS, DOL and DOS.

23 years | 1,000 cases

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Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 23 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2002

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Messersmith Law Firm, PA

390 N Orange Ave, Suite 2300, Orlando, FL, 32801

messersmithlaw.com/

Online Presence

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Peter Messersmith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

143 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Professional attorney

Mr. Peter Messesmith is very knowledgeable and methodical, and can work on cases that are complicated and not necessarily normal. He approached my case very professionally and asked me to provide all the documents that were needed, prepared everything and presented them in a coherent manner. His ...process successfully worked in my case. He is very responsive and does what he says he will do. He listens to your case, considers your concerns (which I think is very important) and tries to come up with possible solutions that are both feasible and address your concerns. I recommend him if you need legal help with your immigration.

Posted by Karan | September 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent lawyer

Messersmith law firm is an excellent immigration law firm. Peter and Jen worked diligently on my case for successful outcome. They greatly helped with letters of recommendations, and collection of other documents. They promptly respond to any emails and questions. Overall, they are doing great servic...e for scientists and engineers by helping them realize their american dream.

Posted by Imelda | May 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent and super efficient lawyer! I definitely recommend Messersmith Law Firm!

Peter and his team are super efficient! I got my NIW-green card approved in less than a year! He worked super hard and efficient during the covid pandemic to craft a great application and we got it approved! I really thought that my chances were minimal (due to the lack of my PhD publications), but t...hanks to his work and the application that he prepared- I am now a permanent resident!! I am so so grateful to both Peter and his paralegal Jen for their quick responses, discussions and and replies to my emails. It was a great pleasure working with them!

Posted by Coco | February 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Mr. Messersmith is the best!

I had the pleasure to work with him on my case, he is so responsive, professional! He helped me obtained both EB1A and NIW greencard when I did not even believe it is doable! Thank you more than I can say!

Posted by Sunil | January 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Best Lawyer for EB1A

Peter, is the best immigration lawyer I have known. 3 years back when I was looking to file for my EB1A immigrant visa I came across Peter's profile based on the reviews I read. I hired him, he and Jen were very helpful throughout the process. They were always reachable by call/emails . All queries ...were resolved. He was very particular about recommendation letters. Finally, my case was filed and my I-140 approved. I completed my consulate interview and got my immigrant visa stamped. Peter and Jen guided me throughout the process. I landed in the US and got my physical card within 120 days. kudos to Peter and Jen for helping me out with my immigration. Yes, I would definitely recommend Peter. He does charge a bit on the higher side. But, rest assured your case would be handled by the best lawyer.

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Nomination, Lawyers of Distinction

2021

2021 Chicago Best Award, City's Best Awards

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Acquisition International Legal Awards 2020 Nomination, Acquisition International

2019

Nomination, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Nomination, Premier Lawyers of America

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Nomination, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Excellence Award, US Institute of Trade & Commerce

2017

Nomination, Legal Elite Awards

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Top Lawyers in Illinois, The Legal Network

2017

Top 3 Immigration lawyers in Chicago, IL, Three Best Rated

2017

Top 100 Immigration Lawyers in the State of Illinois, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

2016 Legal Awards Nomination, Acquisition International AI Legal Awards

2016

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

10 Best Immigration Attorneys for Illinois Nomination, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Clients'Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Top Lawyers in Illinois, American Lawyers Media

2014

Clients'Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Lawyers in Illinois, American Lawyer Media

2013

Best of Business Award for Chicago, Small Business Community Association

2013

Top Lawyers in Illinois, American Lawyer Media

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Clients'Choice Award, Avvo

2012

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2019 - Present

President, The Messersmith Law Firm, P.A.

2002 - Present

President, The Messersmith Law Firm, P.C.

2001 - 2001

Judicial Extern, Circuit Court of Cook County

Associations

2010 - 2011

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - 2003

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2002

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Texas System, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

Mandarin

English

Activity

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