Megan Anne Lantz

Megan Anne Lantz

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Immigration Lawyer at Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Family, Criminal Defense

215 10th Street, Suite 1300, Des Moines, IA

About Megan

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

VAWA. U-Visa, Family, Consular Processing, Removal, Business

20 years

90%
Criminal Defense 5%

Criminal Defense

20 years

5%
Family 5%

Divorce and Child Custody

20 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Iowa for 19 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Dentons Davis Brown, P.C.

215 10th Street, Suite 1300, Des Moines, IA, 50309

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Megan Anne Lantz's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tom | June 24, 2014 | Immigration

Great Experience with Megan

I hired Megan to work on a spousal immigration application for my spouse to come from Mexico. We just filed the petition last week, so we don't have the results yet, however I am confident that the results will be positive. Megan was very responsive to all my questions the entire time (and I ask lo...ts of questions). At the beginning she told us of any concerns she had that might cause issues with the application. I apprecieate her honestly. Throughout the process of gathering the information and putting the information together she always would email me status updates of where she was at with the petition, which I appreciate because I always like know everything that is going on. I've worked with a couple other lawyers in other countries for immigration but Megan is the first I feel confortable with and I really trust. Thank you Megan and your entire office staff for the excellent job you do!

Posted by Victor | May 22, 2013 | Immigration

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Since I first met Megan she came off as a person and a lawyer I could trust and put my faith into her hands. She made me feel comfortable with everything I was going through and made me feel safe and believe that she would do anything to help me out and get through the nightmare I was going through.... She was very helpful and made everything easy for me to understand. She is the kind of lawyer that interacts with her clients and keeps dating well informed of case and what the next step is to have a successful case. When I thought there was nobody out there for me to help me out she was the one that stepped in and told me how I didn't do anything wrong and how we were going to prove that I was a good person and how she was going to help me out to get my visa and my status here in the United States. I've recommended her to people before and I will continue to do this because she is the type of lawyer that everybody should have. I owe her a lot and she's a very outstanding and knowledgeable lawyer and person as well. The way she works in her cases is impressive and the way she interacts with her clients is flawless, she is what I call a very successful lawyer.

Posted by Brenda | May 21, 2013 | Appeals

High commendation

Megan helped with our immigration case after I had been told that there was not anything else that could be done, that my husband had to stay out of the country for a full 10 years. We applied and she wrote an appeal that got him back quickly. She kept me informed every step of the way and was the ...first to inform me of the great news and what to do next when we were told that the appeal was accepted. She was always friendly and helpful. I have given others with immigrant issues or questions her number and she has answered their questions and been helpful to them also.

Posted by Kandi | May 21, 2013 | Immigration

My amazing lawyer Megan Lantz

Megan was my savior! She is the reason my husband is in the united states today. i could not have done this process with out her. matter of fact i had no clue where to start. A year and a half ago my husband was deported back to mexico. I was an emotional wreck as i was pregnant and i was reffered to... Megan through another friend. I was very sceptical at first as i heard all immigration lawyers will lead you on as to getting the help you need, along with taking your money and not really having the intetion of really helping you. Well let me tell you that from the start Megan was up front and to the point. She told me she would not take my case on if she didnt think we had a chance to bring him back. We spent about an hour going over all the history and information and she told me we infact do have a good chance at winning . I think she asked me three or four times if i was sure i wanted to proceed as it was a few dollars and going to take a lot of time. Let me just add when we needed anything done she went above and beyond what i thought any lawyer would do. she even went and visited my husband in jail not once but twice. It was an intense and long 15 months. I had our baby in this time section) and a complete hysterectomy, not to metion i had 8 children at home and a full time job. Did i mention i was a complete wreck this whole process. i must have depressed everyone in my path as i was self destructing. I called megan i swear everyday after the first four months ok probably every month haha. Megan is what kept me and my husband together and calm, even when we wanted to give up and make my husband jump the border again she gave us hope and kept me hanging on to the little strength we had left. its so hard to be away from the ones you love and for so long of time. especially when your taking care of kids, the house, the bills, going through not one surgery but two, and doing this all by yourself. i did not have friends or family helping me out in these areas except while i was at work and during my hospital stays.. by the end every little thing was tearing us apart .telephone calls were non existant due to money, facebook was limited also expensive, and well letters also cost 14 dollars just to send. yes i said $14. you start to wonder if this is how your life is going to end up and it really hits you hard. Megan kept our faith and hope alive and i thank god everyday she had the courage to continue with our case in this very frusterating process. She not only brought my husband back but she saved our marriage and our family. i would not have chosen a beter person to take my case than Megan lantz. i will and have reffered her to my friends, family, and strangers in need of the same services and i will continue to use her in the near future. citizinship here we come. :) A big big thank you to Megan. May god bless her alwas... -Kandi

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Megan Anne Lantz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Colin Murphy

Immigration lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Whenever I've had an issue arise in one of my cases that touches on potential immigration consequences, I've always turned to Megan and her firm for professional advice. The recommendations have always been right on point and extremely helpful. They help me better represent my clients. I would recommend them for immigration matters statewide without any hesitation."

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Kenny Bhatt

Immigration lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whole hearted commitment and excellent services. Very Knowledgeable Mentor and to go person. I endorse this lawyer."

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Rachel Laborde

Family lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Lantz has an expansive knowledge of the law and an impressive enthusiasm for her cases. Anyone would be lucky to have her as their counsel. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Ligia Parmenter

Unknown lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Megan Anne Lantz is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients very, very well. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Annilee Reed

Immigration lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend and endorse Attorney Lantz. She has an excellent reputation with both judges and fellow lawyers. Mr. Moore takes a practical approach to immigration. She KNOWS the law."

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Michael Harrington

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Lantz provides accurate immigration advice on immigration questions that run the full spectrum of immigration law: employment, removal & criminal convictions, family, visa extensions, travel, student.... If you have an immigration issue then you need an attorney with the answers at her fingertips. Attorney Lantz is such an attorney and I endorse her without reservation."

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John Khosravi

Immigration lawyer | Apr 02

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aneliya Angelova

Immigration lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lantz's answers on avvo indicate that she is well-versed in immigration law."

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Young Ri

Immigration lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Her clients reviews tell us that she is a highly professional, knowledgeable and caring attorney. I strongly recommend her!"

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Oscar Barbosa

Unknown lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne is a great resource for immigration matters in her region. I highly recommend her."

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Meghan Abigail

Immigration lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Megan is a fellow AILA member who regularly provides insightful commentary on various immigration issues."

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Evan Starcevic

Immigration lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Grant Gangestad

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Megan on matters involving complex issues of criminal and immigration law. She is excellent at navigating clients through the murky waters of immigration law and helping them accomplish the goals of the representation."

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Katherine Sargent

Immigration lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Megan is very knowledgeable about her area and doesn't need to look anything up to be able to answer my questions about immigration (which come up in the context of my family law practice). I refer clients to her and trust her judgment and advice on immigration issues."

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Doralina Luna

Immigration lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Megan is a caring, intelligent attorney. She will go the extra mile to help her clients. I endorse her wholeheartedly!"

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

2020 Great Plains Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2019

2019 Great Plains Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

2018 Great Plains Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2017

2017 Great Plains Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2016

2016 Great Plains Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2015

2015 Great Plains Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2014

2014 Avvo Client's Choice Award in Immigration Law, Avvo.com

2014

Nominated for AILA Mentor Program, American Immigration Lawyer's Association

2014

"10 Best" Attorney in Iowa for Client Satisfaction in Family Law, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2014

"10 Best" Attorney in Client Satisfication in Iowa, Criminal Law, American Institute of Criminal Lawyers

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Shareholder, Dentons Davis Brown, P.C.

2012 - 2023

Attorney, Barten Law Office, P.C.

2010 - 2012

Senior Associate, The Bernard Firm P.L.C.

2007 - 2010

Bilingual Staff Attorney, MUNA Legal Clinic of the Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence

2007 - 2010

Attorney Supervisor, University of Iowa College of Law-Citizen Lawyer Program

2006 - 2007

Associate, Law Offices of Ta-Yu Yang

2004 - 2005

Law Library Assistant, Drake University Law School

2004 - 2004

Judicial Intern, Polk County Court

2004 - 2006

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Ta-Yu Yang

2003 - 2003

Participant in First-Year Trial Practicum, Drake University Law School

2002 - 2003

Bilingual Loan Counselor, GMAC Mortgage

2001 - 2001

Intern, KUNI Public Rado

2000 - 2002

Bilingual Customer Service, Alliance Claims Solutions

Associations

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Hardin County Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2018

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Iowa/Nebraska Chapter)

Chair

2017 - 2018

IA/NE Chapter of American Immigration Lawyers Association

Continuing Legal Education Commitee Chair

2016 - 2017

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Iowa/Nebraska Chapter)

Vice Chair

2015 - 2016

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Iowa/Nebraska Chapter)

Secretary

2014 - 2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association

AILA Mentor-VAWA, T & U Visas

2014 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Iowa/Nebraska Chapter)

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Defensive Asylum

Granted

Complex U Visa case involving waiver for multiple inadmissibilities

Granted

Affirmative Asylum

Granted

I-360 VAWA Petition involving psychological abuse/common-law marriage in Iowa

Granted

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Education

2005

Drake University Law School

Juris Doctorate

2002

University of Northern Iowa

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Presentation for Grandview University Faculty and Students

Immigration Law Basics

2016

Iowa/Nebraska American Immigration Lawyers Association 2016 Conference

Asylum and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status

2015

Iowa/Nebraska American Immigration Lawyers Association 2016 Conference

Family Basics

2014

Iowa/Nebraska Fall Aila Conference

Advanced Issues in Consular Processing

2013

New Juvenile Court Officer School

Immigration and Impact on Juveniles

2012

Latino Support Group

Immigration Remedies for Domestic Violence Victims

2012

Juvenile Court Office Training

Legal and Social Issues Facing Juvenile Immigrants

2010

Officer Training

The U Visa

2009

Officer Training

The U Visa

2009

Breaking Barriers Conference

Immigration Issues for Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Victims

2008

Officer Training

The U Visa

2007

Officer Training

The U Visa

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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