About Laura
Laura Edgerton is the founder and managing attorney of Edgerton Immigration Law, a prominent firm located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Established to provide expert legal services in immigration matters, the firm has garnered a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, personalized assistance to both business and individual clients. With over thirty years of experience in immigration law, Ms. Edgerton has cultivated a understanding of complex legal issues, ensuring her clients receive tailored solutions. The firm handles many immigration matters, including employment-based visas, family-based petitions, and naturalization processes. Ms. Edgerton earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1993, graduating cum laude.
Prior to that achievement, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at North Carolina State University in 1990, where she graduated magna cum laude. These academic credentials laid a solid foundation for her legal career. Admitted to the North Carolina State Bar in 1995, Ms. Edgerton quickly established herself as a knowledgeable and reliable attorney in the field of immigration law. Recognition for her expertise in immigration law has been a hallmark of Ms. Edgerton’s career. She has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008, reflecting her commitment to excellence in her practice.
Notably, she was named the "Raleigh Best Lawyers Immigration Law Lawyer of the Year" in 2012, 2015, 2017, and 2019. Furthermore, her peers have selected her as a Super Lawyer® in the field of immigration law by North Carolina Super Lawyers® magazine, underscoring her prominence in the legal community. Beyond her legal practice, Ms. Edgerton has been actively involved in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Her leadership roles within AILA include serving as the Chair of the Carolinas Chapter and as a member of AILA's Board of Governors. Additionally, she has held the position of National Chair of AILA's Young Lawyers Division and served as Vice-Chair of the Ethics and Practice Management Committee for AILA National. These roles reflect her dedication to advancing the field of immigration law and supporting her fellow attorneys.
Under her leadership, Edgerton Immigration Law has achieved significant accolades, including recognition as a First-Tier law firm in the Raleigh metropolitan area for Immigration Law by U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms." This distinction has been awarded in numerous editions, from 2014 through the present 2024 Edition. The firm is conveniently located at 3717 National Drive, Suite 217, Raleigh, NC 27612. For consultations, prospective clients can reach the firm at (919) 301-0055 or via email, ensuring access to Ms. Edgerton’s expertise in immigration law.
