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

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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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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/

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Peter Messersmith's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

139 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joy | November 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Attorney Peter Messersmith is the Best We’re Truly Impressed!!

I got attorney Peter Messersmith's name from my best friend. Attorney Peter Messersmith applied for an NIW through entrepreneur for my best friend. It was supposed to be really hard to get such cases approved but he got it approved quickly for my friend. My best friend only has great things to s...ay about attorney Peter Messersmith and told me that if there is one lawyer who can get my case approved it would have to be him. My boyfriend and I came to the US on L1 visas but our employer can't sponsor us for EB1C green cards. I heard about EB1A but I know that it's super hard to secure an approval. We scheduled a time to speak to attorney Peter Messersmith. He explained to us about the process and told us that my boyfriend had a better case and my case was not good. You can tell from talking to him that he's an expert in this area. Since we do not plan to get married anytime soon so we plan to apply separately. I asked attorney Peter Messersmith to take my case and I want to give it a try and I will not blame him in anyway if it doesn't go well. He said that the only possibility for a positive result is that we work together and produce as many supporting documents as possible. We each signed an agreement right after we spoke to him. We were happy that he doesn't charge hourly. He sent us a lot of materials after we signed up. We followed all of his instructions and listened every single advice from him. The help we received from him is priceless. He returned all of our many phone calls and responded to all of our many emails. He’s a big name lawyer but he never ignored us. His secretary was very nice too. My boyfriend got his documents quicker than mine so his case was filed one month before mine. His case was approved in 4 months and my case was approved about 6 and half months. Neither of us received a request for more evidence. The services we received were exceptional and were above and beyond our expectations. If you want a lawyer who can get your case approved, he’s the one! He diligently worked on our cases personally throughout the whole process. Attorney Peter Messersmith is an extraordinary lawyer! He's the one who can help you achieve your immigration dreams!

Posted by Monika | October 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Top immigration attorney

Mr. Messersmith is a very knowledgeable lawyer who cares about his clients. He represented me and helped me adjust my status to a permanent resident after being out of status for 13 years. He was very professional and detail oriented. He is in this business for all the right reasons !

Posted by C. Y. | December 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional and Responsible Immigration Attorney

I hired Peter as immigration attorney in Apr. this year for my application of green card. My wife and I both received cards in early Dec. My case was EB1A. Peter wrote a professional petition letter to summarize all support materials and present them in a logically clear framework. It was impressi...ve that he found convincing background materials and cited case-laws to prove the significance of my contributions in my area, and prevented bugs that were probably challenged by immigration officers according to his experience. He also gave me many helpful suggestions on the testimonial letters. During my case, he was knowledgeable in immigration related policies and always able to make response to my questions by email or phone within no more than one day. I consulted other immigration attorneys before I signed with Peter. His attorney fee was not the lowest, but he could promise that all my documents and materials are processed by himself in person, and he confirmed that all the fees to be charged have been written in the contract and no additional fee.

Posted by Shalini | November 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding Immigration Lawyer

Peter Messersmith is an outstanding immigration lawyer. His expertise is truly one of a kind even as he assessed and guided us through the entire EB1 Green Card process which took approximately one year from start to finish. His professionalism is demonstrated in his confident calm demeanor. He is v...ery prompt in his emails, always resolving any doubts we might have had. He does not rush through any part of the process, instead takes his time to analyze and suggest practical solutions. I would highly recommend him for any immigration needs which are especially challenging and would require a high level of expertise and knowledge to present the case. A special shout out to Jen, who has been exceptional in her email responses which are always prompt, polite and very professional. The Messersmith Law Firm deserves five stars. My family and I have been beneficiaries of services rendered by highly skilled yet hardworking sincere honest individuals. I wish them all the very best and excellent success in every of one their endeavors.

Posted by vas9742 | November 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

An extraordinary attorney that brings out the extraordinary in others

As I see it, Peter Messersmith is the best immigration lawyer I have worked with this far. My experience with him is in his service in the EB1 category. While it is one thing for immigration lawyer to be gifted with the extra ordinary ability to see and recognize that of another, it is another gift ...to bring it out and put it together in an EB1A application. Peter is one of a unique kind with both of these characteristics, amongst the many reputed firms that fall far short of both. With the Messersmith law firm, we have seen service that can truly make a difference to its clients. Given the grilling EB1A USCIS requirements, it is hard for an individuals to see through themselves anywhere near qualifying: the rigid demands are really a veil to many to see anything in themselves to meet such requirements. Given this, Peter’s expertise is truly one of a kind as he assessed and guided us through the entire EB1 process. We received our green card in about 8 months after filing the I140. We spent about 3 months working with Peter (and also Jen) prior to that preparing our case. Laying aside his creativity and his gifting, he is very prompt in his emails, always clarifying doubts and answering questions we had. For all exceptionally demanding immigration needs that require an attorney well versed and skilled to prepare and present the case, I would recommend the Messersmith law firm. I would also like to appreciate Jen, who works with Peter. She has been wonderful in her interaction with us: prompt, polite and very professional and most importantly very helpful. I would easily give Messersmith Law Firm five stars. I see only pros in their service and no cons. All the very best to the Messersmith Law Firm in all of their sincere services to help more clients, the way they have been doing.

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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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