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The Messersmith Law Firm
The Messersmith Law Firm is a full-service law firm, concentrating on immigration law. As an Immigration Lawyer, we have special expertise with the national interest waiver, EB1 green card, J1 waiver, marriage green card, PERM and H1B visa. 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 to retain highly skilled workers in such fields as information technology, medical research, computer software, engineering, hospitality, art, martial arts and medicine.
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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. Mr. Messersmith believes that your legal matters should be handled promptly and efficiently.
You can send us your case description, CV, resume and etc or call us for an free evaluation. We'll let you know how we can help you. If you have a complicated case, we'll schedule a time for you to discuss your case with an attorney. Once we take your case, our attorney will send you appropriate materials and help your gather everything necessary to support your case.
California Service Center has jurisdiction over the following states: Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii and Nevada. Texas Service Center has jurisdiction over the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.
The Visa Bulletin, issued by the DOS, details the availability of immigrant visas. All beneficiaries, with some exceptions, of immigrant petitions cannot file an application for permanent residency unless their priority date is current and applications cannot be granted until an immigrant visa number is assigned to the application.
Whether you are an individual who wants to self sponsor their own green card or operate a company and wish to sponsor a foreign worker, we can the specific expertise that you need to get your case approved.

Note: Even after an application or petition is approved, USCIS and the US Department of Homeland Security reserves the right to verify the information submitted in the application, petition and/or supporting documentation to ensure conformity with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other authorities.
Reviews (17)
Tingjunshen Shen
Tingjunshen Shen
Feb 04, 2022
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I found Peter online but I have to say I’m so lucky to find Peter as my immigration lawyer. He is the best lawyer I’ve met before. I got J1 visa and I need to apply for the J1 waiver before my greencard. And my previous lawyer didn’t do enough work and got my first application rejected. I almost lost hope at that time. But after I found Peter’s office. They gave me lots of hope and support. And they tried their best to get my case approved. I really appreciate it. And I have to say they are not only my lawyer, but family. Trust me! If you are in the similar situation. You can definitely
Marta Paiva De Sousa
Marta Paiva De Sousa
Oct 04, 2021
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Peter assisted me in filing a waiver in order to reapply for a student visa into the US. He was very knowledgeable about the different laws and procedures, and could always answer all of my many questions. He also had a great response time to emails and would be available to schedule phone calls when needed. I would recommend him to anyone who asks!
Ana B.
Ana B.
Jul 21, 2019
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Peter and his paralegal Jen were simply outstanding!!!
My case was incredibly difficult to handle. By this I mean that I had been looking for about 10 years for someone to represent me and solve my complex problem.
I cannot thank this firm enough for the professional, yet compassionate way they treated me and my very difficult case.
Even when I was feeling worried about the time that the process took (like I said, it was a complicated case), they always told me to hang in there and trust them. I did and am so glad I did:) I finally got my immigration problem resolved!
I truly cannot say enough
Meet C.
Meet C.
Apr 23, 2018
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The best Law firm I know. I am very satisfied with the professional service I've received. Also, they do not treat you just as clients but they go above that and treat you as a FAMILY. Peter and Jen were always available for any questions I had and treated me as a family. I was always informed and guided with the slightest detail you can imagine. I still remember my first call in a parking lot where I was tense about my case. But Peter knew exactly and how to proceed with the problems I was facing. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone. He definitely knows what to do and
Flor G.
Flor G.
Jul 24, 2016
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Mr. Messersmith and his paralegal Jen are phenomenal! They are knowledgable and up to date on immigration laws. Working with this firm feels more like a partnership than a business transaction. They'll continue to be our go-to immigration firm going forward.
Aditi N.
Aditi N.
May 18, 2016
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My EB1A Green Card was successfully filed and approved by this firm. Peter and his assistant Jen were helpful and accessible. Jen is a sweetheart and answers phone calls. Peter is busy but responds to emails fairly quickly. I applied for my permanent residency in the EB1A category which means I needed a lot of letters and evidence that I was indeed an "alien of extraordinary ability". Peter was very helpful in letting me know what I needed for the filing providing examples and samples to help me put my own letters together. I did do most of my own writing in putting the letters together
Dmitry Z.
Dmitry Z.
Oct 16, 2015
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I decided to apply for a green card through NIW and my friends, who successfully obtained GC, recommended Peter as an immigration lawyer. Peter and his staff showed themselves as highly motivated and attentive professionals. He helped in completing the forms, proofreaded the recommendations and was easily accessible via email or phone when I had questions. Under his guidance I quickly obtained the green card. I would highly recommend Peter for any immigration matters.
Kanika K.
Kanika K.
Apr 11, 2015
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Mr. Messersmith was knowledgeable. He listed out all our options pertaining to my immigration process. He was patient and helpful. Even his paralegal Jen was so attentive and helpful right from the first phone call I made inquiring about them. Price is realistic and absolutely affordable. I am so glad I chose to go to Peter Messersmith.
Arthur S.
Arthur S.
Jan 27, 2015
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I hired this law firm in order to process my NIW application. I am a young scientist from Russia, he helped me a lot with the application. A very smooth process, then we applied. Peter did a great job, he is just the best! If you have doubts, then forget about your doubts and hire him!!! He will do the best what is possible to be done! He is simply the best!!!
Poh Y.
Poh Y.
Sep 20, 2014
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I engaged Peter Messersmith to apply for my greencard and EAD. I do not recommend him. Here's why:

I am a postdoc research associate and I applied for my greencard through the NIW EB2 category. Peter files both I-140 and I-485 concurrently without telling you the pros and cons. I found out through my own research that it is not recommended for you to file the I-485 if you will be changing status or jobs. USCIS will likely request for further evidence (RFE) if you change jobs. And Peter automatically charges an additional $500 when there is an RFE. Easy money for him. He didn't even tell
Candace V.
Candace V.
Jan 25, 2014
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This firm really helped us a lot! We would definitely recommend them especially for immigration purposes.
Roman N.
Roman N.
Dec 18, 2013
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I would like to thank the Messersmith Law firm for helping with our case. Everything was done and submitted in a timely manner. Peter and his assistant were knowledgeable and handled each step of the process. Their help brought feeling of assurance and confidence. Would recommend this firm to anyone for immigration law.
Mohammad K.
Mohammad K.
Mar 26, 2013
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Excellent lawyer for Immigration. Peter is not only a great lawyer but a good human being.
I work at Northwestern University. Peter was referred to me by my friend who had excellent success with his GC application. I started my green card journey in August 2012. I met Peter and presented him my case, since my employer was not giving me a permanent employment and being from India I had only choice of EB1EA. Peter saw my CV, he told me the loopholes in my CV and directed me what documentation he needs from me to make my case best presentable for USCIS. He specifically told me how the letter of
Iga M.
Iga M.
Jan 26, 2013
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Have nothing but good things to say about Peter. He was very responsive and helpful. Peter was referred to us by a friend who also had a very positive experience. He helped us put together our application under NIW and saw the whole process to its successful conclusion. From the very beginning we were happy with how he handled our case, so that we referred him to one of our friends who then successfully applied under similar circumstances and also spoke very highly of Peter.
Suman M.
Suman M.
Aug 26, 2012
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Peter Messersmith and the Messersmith law firm were instrumental in leading our permanent residency application. Peter filled a complete and strong application to USCIS and our green card got approved in 3 months. I would trust the Messersmith law firm with all my family's and friend's USCIS needs. My previous experience with other immigration lawyers are that they are expensive and in many cases do not follow through to the last bit; the service I got from the Messersmith lawfirm was extraordinary.
Ehsan L.
Ehsan L.
Apr 11, 2012
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I had a very good experience working with Mr. Messersmith and his law firm. He handled an immigration case for my wife and me. I met him personally at his office couple of times in Chicago before I sign the contract.

The great thing with Peter is that he responds to your email quick with a short and of course effective answers. I, as a person who is busy with my own work, is a fair request from my attorney to be quick in responding. Peter Messersmith is great at this part.

His assistant is polite, quick and professional. She helped me a lot to understand the process more and she always explain
Bill L.
Bill L.
Jan 12, 2012
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Update: finally spoke to an individual and received answers. I would like to thank them for eventually communicating. They promised to send the documents the following Monday (this was Tuesday) and we received them the next day (they already posted them without knowing it). I still would ask for references before using this firm.

Previous experience:

Without going into too much detail, I am a little frustrated with the lack of response to multiple requests for information regarding the services for which they were reimbursed. I understand slow and no. I do not understand an utter and complete