Atty. Laura A. Chess

Atty. Laura A. Chess

Laura A. Chess is a lawyer practicing social security disability, governmental defense, administrative law and 2 other areas of law.

Mount Pleasant Mount Pleasant 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Laura A. Chess at a glance

Laura A. Chess is a Social Security Admin. based in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, ssd, and government. Admitted to practice in Idaho (2000) and U.S. District Court, District of Idaho (2000). Educated at University of Idaho College of Law (J.D., 2000) and Whitworth College (B.A. History, 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of CLE Chair, Young Lawyers Section, 2001 Officer: Professional and Ethics Section, 2000-2004 Government and Public Lawyers Section, 2004—, Fourth District Bar Association Idaho State Bar. Serands clients in Mount Pleasant, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Laura A. Chess is a lawyer practicing social security disability, governmental defense, administrative law and 2 other areas of law
  • Laura received a B.A. degree from Whitworth College in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Laura practices in Mount Pleasant, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Laura A. Chess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laura A. Chess handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Laura A. Chess is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Michigan →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Laura A. Chess is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Laura A. Chess is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Michigan →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Laura A. Chess is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mount Pleasant are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laura A. Chess

Where is Laura A. Chess's law office located?
Laura A. Chess's law practice is located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura A. Chess handle?
Laura A. Chess focuses on wills, personal injury, ssd, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Laura A. Chess practiced law?
Laura A. Chess has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Laura A. Chess go to law school?
Laura A. Chess earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A. History, 1997).
How can I contact Laura A. Chess for a consultation?
You can contact Laura A. Chess directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Laura A. Chess received?
Laura A. Chess's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Idaho College of Law
- 2000
B.A. History
Whitworth College
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, District of Idaho
Admitted: 2000

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