Meggie Carol Biesenthal

Meggie Carol Biesenthal

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Union, MO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

300 E Main Street, Union, MO

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Reason: Government Attorney

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 16 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2009

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Missouri State Public Defender

300 E Main Street, Union, MO, 63084

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Posted by Marie | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great attorney with great result

We hired Meggie for a fiancé visa, everything worked out perfectly . Every time we would meet she was really nice and was explaining everything clearly . Without her I wouldn't of been able to be with the love of my life! I can't thank her law firm enough!!

Posted by Roman | December 15, 2014 | Immigration

Someone who will not give up.

Mrs. Biesentahl represents me in my immigration case. She came to see me very well prepared, her notebook contained numerous notes about my case and various ways we could pursue it. Her questions were to the point and clear; she was the only immigration attorney (I spoke with three others before her)... who suggested a certain path of relief which ended up being the one we are pursuing. She is very respectful and has a big passionate heart. She works very hard and she is not afraid to call other people who she things could help me. She is persistent and I know she will fight for me and my family. She is always fast to respond either by phone call or email. I know my family and I are in good hands as she helps us.

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Ramona Gau

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lindsay Gray

Immigration lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Meggie is a very hard-working, dedicated attorney who cares so much about her clients. She comes to the table very prepared and won't rest until its done right!"

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Katie Meyer

Immigration lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Meggie Biesenthal for immigration and criminal matters. She works hard to help her clients meet their legal goals. She treats all clients with respect. She listens and communicates clearly. Her legal knowledge and caring nature make her a terrific attorney."

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Christopher Finney

Immigration lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Meggie on many cases and I have always found her to be dedicated and passionate about her client's case. She is not afraid to take on even the most dire cases if it is the right thing to do. Meggie is truly someone you want on your side when it matters most."

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Lindsay Gray

Immigration lawyer

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Ramona Gau

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Legal Service Award, Saint Louis University School of Law

2009

Academic Excellence Award in International Law, Saint Louis University School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Biesenthal & Gray, LLC

2014 - Present

Attorney, Biesenthal Law, LLC

2010 - 2014

Assistant Public Defender, Missouri State Public Defender

Associations

2009 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Appeal of negative credible fear finding

Negative credible fear finding was vacated.

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Education

2009

Saint Louis University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Saint Louis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

French

English

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