Lori T. Chesser

Lori T. Chesser is a distinguished immigration lawyer and shareholder at Dentons Davis Brown in Des Moines, Iowa. She has been licensed to practice law in Iowa since 1987. Lori earned her B.B.A. from Western Illinois University in 1984. She later obtained her J.D. from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1987.

Lori began her legal career in corporate law but soon recognized the need for immigration services in Iowa. This led her to focus on immigration law, where she has established herself as a leading expert.

Over the past 20 years, she has helped employers, entrepreneurs, and individuals navigate the complexities of the U.S. immigration system. Her clients include small businesses, Fortune 500 companies, healthcare organizations, universities, and nonprofit institutions.

Lori T. Chesser’s expertise spans a wide range of immigration matters, including H-1B visas, L-1 visas, adjustment of status, consular processing, and naturalization. Lori has successfully assisted professionals such as doctors, researchers, artists, and religious workers in securing the ability to live and work legally in the U.S.

Lori’s achievements have been widely recognized. She was selected to Super Lawyers from 2021 to 2024, highlighting her professional excellence and peer recognition. Her strategic advice and dedication to high-quality legal work have made her a trusted client advisor.

In addition to her practice, Lori advocates immigration reform and has served on multiple national and local committees. She has also contributed to opening local immigration service offices, ensuring more accessible resources for Iowa residents. Through her dedication and leadership, Lori has impacted immigration law and the community she serves.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Dentons Davis Brown PC
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Polk County Bar Association
• Member, IMMLAW-The National Consortium of Immigration Law Firms

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Georgia School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Western Illinois University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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