How much does it cost to hire Laura for a citizenship case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Laura offer a free consultation?

Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office. Some citizenship attorneys offer free consults — check Laura's current terms during booking.

How long do citizenship cases in North Carolina typically take?

Simple citizenship matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Laura take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?

Laura is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Laura will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Laura?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Laura accepting new citizenship clients right now?

Laura's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Laura A. Edgerton, Citizenship Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina

Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Citizenship, General, and Immigration · 5.0/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews

Owner/FounderatEdgerton Immigration Law

Raleigh, NC

Practicing citizenship in Raleigh since 1993.

33+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 5 client reviews
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Laura A. Edgerton is an owner/founder based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Citizenship, General, and Immigration. Laura has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Edgerton Immigration Law. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.

Based in: Raleigh, NC
Experience: over 33 years
Known for: Citizenship · General · Immigration

Handles Citizenship, General, and Immigration matters from Raleigh, NC.
Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Laura's practice areas in Raleigh

Laura concentrates on citizenship, general, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Citizenship cases in Raleigh, North Carolina

Laura takes citizenship matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.

General cases in Raleigh, North Carolina

Laura takes general matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.

Immigration cases in Raleigh, North Carolina

Laura takes immigration matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.

Biography

Laura A. Edgerton, citizenship attorney serving Raleigh

Laura Edgerton has practiced immigration law for more than twenty years. She brings a high level of corporate immigration experience to the firm along with a strong commitment to ethics and the desire and ability to help her clients achieve their goals. Ms. Edgerton is a Raleigh immigration lawyer who is well known in the business, legal and immigration communities for her ability to solve complex problems involving the employment of international personnel in the U.S as well as her persistence and creativity in finding workable solutions for her clients.

Ms. Edgerton has been selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008 in the area of immigration law. Since its inception in 1983, Best Lawyers® has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States and is considered by The American Lawyer to be “the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice." Ms. Edgerton has been selected as the “Raleigh Best Lawyers Immigration Law Lawyer of the Year” for 2012, 2015 and 2017 based on the particularly high ratings she received in a peer review survey for her abilities, professionalism, and integrity.

In addition, Ms. Edgerton has been selected as a Super Lawyer® in the 2010, 2011 and 2017 editions of North Carolina Super Lawyers® magazine in the area of immigration law. According to the publishers of Super Lawyers (www.superlawyers.com), only 5% of the lawyers per jurisdiction are selected for inclusion on this list each year.

Ms. Edgerton is frequently invited to speak at national and regional immigration conferences on such topics as permanent residence, H-1B and training (H-3/J-1) visas, and employment verification/I-9 issues. She has authored and edited numerous immigration articles in leading publications and has been interviewed extensively in the business and local press on immigration issues. She is a former Chair of the Carolinas Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). She was previously a member of AILA's Distance Learning Committee and has previously served as the Vice Chair of the Ethics and Practice Management Committee for AILA National and as the National Chair of AILA's Young Lawyers Division (now New Members Division).

Following a federal judicial clerkship, Ms. Edgerton started her career with Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC, in Winston-Salem. In 1996, she joined Maupin Taylor, PA (now Williams Mullen), in Raleigh, North Carolina, to develop and manage the firm’s immigration practice. Most recently, Ms. Edgerton was a partner at another immigration law firm in Raleigh. Ms. Edgerton is a magna cum laude graduate of North Carolina State University and a cum laude graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law.

Laura's approach to citizenship cases

The kind of cases Laura takes

Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for citizenship, general, and immigration matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Laura studied and practices

University of Georgia School of Law
J.D. · 1993
North Carolina State University
B.A. · 1990

Jurisdictions

Laura's state bar admissions

North Carolina
1995 · ACTIVE
Georgia
1993 · ACTIVE

Laura studied at J.D. in University of Georgia School of Law and B.A. in North Carolina State University.

Law school and academic background

Laura completed J.D. in University of Georgia School of Law and B.A. in North Carolina State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Laura runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Laura's legal honors and published work

Laura has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Laura's professional memberships and bar associations

North Carolina State Bar American Immigration Lawyers Association North Carolina Bar Association
membership

Locations

Laura A. Edgerton's office in Raleigh

Laura's primary office is at 3717 National Drive, Suite 217, Raleigh, NC, 27612. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Edgerton Immigration Law

3717 National Drive, Suite 217

Raleigh, NC 27612

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Laura A. Edgerton — 5.0/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Laura. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing citizenship attorneys in Raleigh.

5.0

5 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Laura A. Edgerton — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new citizenship attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laura usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Laura charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Laura will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a citizenship attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many citizenship matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Laura

Laura discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in citizenship practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every citizenship matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Laura confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Laura's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many citizenship practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Laura A. Edgerton

How much does it cost to hire Laura for a citizenship case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Laura offer a free consultation?
Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office. Some citizenship attorneys offer free consults — check Laura's current terms during booking.
How long do citizenship cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple citizenship matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Laura take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Laura is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Laura will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Laura?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Laura accepting new citizenship clients right now?
Laura's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Citizenship attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina

Laura handles citizenship matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified citizenship attorneys in that community.

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