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

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

139 Client Reviews

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Posted by Peterson | July 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

True value for your immigration bucks

A Nigerian Professor that doubled as my mentor during graduate school recommended Mr. Messersmith, Esq for my NIW/EB1 application. A the time, I was not sure how to proceed, until I wrote to the Messersmith Law Firm and inquired about the process. It did not take long before the paralegal of the firm..., Mrs. Jen Ren, replied to my email, including inviting me to send my resume for review. Upon looking at my previous experiences and qualifications, Mr. Messersmith determined that I qualified for NIW/EB1. He chose to represent me on what I thought was a relatively cheaper legal fee. In fact, we came up with a payment plan that including monthly installments (super convenient for a student like me back then). Soon, he would send me a list of materials I should gather, and how to package the same in order to make a convincing case. Over 1 year, we worked together and submitted both my I-140 and I-485 together in July 2017. One year later, my green card was approved, despite the much anti-immigration political rhetoric in the country. What I liked about the Messersmith Law Firm was their responsiveness. They were quick to respond to emails, to send you notifications, to inform you on present immigration law changes, and importantly in answering phone calls and appointments. Mr. Messersmith was also great at working with what you have, even if you may lack key documents needed to apply. This speaks to the resourcefulness and respect in the field that he has gained so far. I highly recommend the Messersmith Law Firm for all your immigration needs. I have already referred two people. Thank you Mr. Messersmith and Jen.

Posted by Amy | November 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing Lawyer! Highly Recommended!

A bunch of my new co workers highly recommended Peter after I moved to a new lab. They all got their green cards through Peter. I wanted to give myself the best chance for an approval so I retained Peter to file EB1A, EB1B and NIW. He got all of my EB1A, EB1B and NIW approved. I recently received... my green card. I'm thrilled. After we started the process, he sent me a lot of materials to help me prepare my case. He properly addressed all of my questions through emails and calls very clearly without any delays. Throughout the whole process, he put into tremendous amount of time and efforts helping me with my documents to ensure that all of my documents look great before we file. Peter is really an amazing lawyer! He's very trustworthy, intelligent and dedicated. I can't thank him enough! His fee is very fair but not low and the payment plan is very helpful with my financial situation. I like that he offers a flat rate so you know exactly how much you're going to pay and the fee doesn't go up and down. His office staff is very nice and helpful as well. It was a great experience. I worked with other lawyers before but no one has impressed me as much as Peter did. I recommended Peter to several of my good friends. One friend went with the EB1A premium processing with Peter and his case was approved on the 3rd day. Thanks Peter! We're truly grateful!

Posted by qc_ca | February 12, 2014 | Immigration

highly recommend

I hired Peter to handle my green card case (EB1A for me, I-485 for me and my wife). I highly recommend this law firm. 1. Peter is very responsive. He always reply my email within 24 hours. 2. Peter is very knowledgeable. His reply is short but to the point. 3. Peter is honest and frank. 4. His st...aff is nice and patient. Ms. Jen Ren is very patient to answer my email, giving me detailed answers. 5. The price is reasonable. You can pay by installments. My experience with this law firm is very positive. Highly recommend!

Posted by Mikhail | January 09, 2012 | Immigration

Great, reliable, knowledgeable lawyer. Excellent experience.

Hired Peter for our green cards case in NIW category. Overall it took 5 months from the date of filing the package to actually receive the green cards in our mailbox. It took other 2 months before filing the package to collect all documents and compose all letters. We are greatly satisfied with his h...elp and proficiency. Were very pleased with the offered multiple installments payment plan. Modest legal fees is another great plus - other several lawyers we contacted elsewhere had higher fees. Peter was very quick in responses (usually within the same or next business day by email) and reachable by phone - the latter we consider quite important since we had a chance to talk to our lawyer rather than a secretary. Overall, very positive experience with Peter -- we would highly recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Aeraj | July 10, 2011 | Immigration

Excellent lawyer, honest, professional, easy cost structure, highly recommended

I found the messersmith law firm on the web. They analyzed m case for free and suggested me to pursue the GC application in the NIW category. Cost structure was easy with $500 a month installment plan. He informed me that based on my qualifications and background the application would be processed in... 4 months and that is exactly how it happened. Always replied to my emails, even gave free consultation on another immigration case. Overall highly recommended!

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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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