Jennifer L. Nissen

Jennifer L. Nissen is a Wisconsin immigration lawyer at Chenhalls Nissen, S.C., who has practiced immigration law since 2005. Her work covers employment-based and family-based immigration, with a primary focus on employment matters. She helps employers secure temporary work authorization and permanent residence for foreign national employees. Her experience includes PERM applications, nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petitions, religious worker matters, adjustment of status, and related immigration processes.

Jennifer earned her B.S. in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She later received her J.D. cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School. Her academic background in sociology and law provided a foundation for understanding complex legal systems, diverse communities, and the immigration issues that shape her professional practice.

Jennifer has held several leadership roles with the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She served as chapter chair and previously held positions as vice chair, secretary, and treasurer. She has spoken to other attorneys about immigration law and participated in advocacy for immigration reform in Washington, D.C. She currently serves as the chapter’s liaison to the American Immigration Council. Her professional activities reflect sustained involvement with immigration law and policy.

Jennifer L. Nissen has received recognition for professional service and pro bono immigration work. She received a Distinguished Public Service Award from the US Department of Justice. She was recognized as a Michael Maggio Pro Bono Honoree for assisting Central American women and children seeking asylum. Her pro bono work has included projects serving immigrant women, children, and other vulnerable individuals. Her regular practice remains concentrated on employment and family immigration matters for employers, foreign nationals, and families.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Chenhalls Nissen S.C.
• Member, Wisconsin Bar Association
• Chair, Former Vice Chair, Secretary & Treasurer, American Immigration Lawyers Association, Wisconsin Chapter (2016 – 2017)

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Wisconsin Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude
• University of Wisconsin
  BS in Sociology

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