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Pratibha Agarwal is the founder and managing attorney of Agarwal Law Group PLLC, an immigration law firm serving individuals, families, and businesses throughout the United States. A child immigrant herself, Ms. Agarwal is passionate about helping clients achieve security, opportunity, and a better future through immigration law.
Before founding her firm, Ms. Agarwal practiced for approximately seven years at Jones Day, an international law firm consistently recognized among the most prestigious law firms in the world, where she handled complex litigation and internal investigations matters, including Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) investigations. She later transitioned her practice to immigration law and founded Agarwal Law Group in 2017.
Ms. Agarwal earned her Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center, graduating in the top third of her class. She also attended George Washington University earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Over the years, Ms. Agarwal has built a reputation for handling complex immigration matters with both strategic insight and compassion. Her practice includes humanitarian immigration matters such as VAWA, T visas, and U visas, as well as family-based matters. Ms. Agarwal also represents corporations and non-profit organizations in sponsoring employment-based visas and green cards for their employees.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Agarwal has held numerous leadership and service roles within the legal community. She has served as Co-Chair of the Steering Committee for the DC Bar’s Law Practice Management Community and has held leadership positions within the Women's Bar Association of the District of Columbia, including serving as Co-Chair of the Solo and Small Practice Forum. She has also served on the board of Just Neighbors, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing immigration legal services to low-income immigrants and refugees.
Ms. Agarwal has appeared on national television to discuss immigration-related issues and is frequently recognized for her work in immigration law. She has been recognized by Washingtonian Magazine, Arlington Magazine, Northern Virginia Magazine, and Super Lawyers, among others, as one of the top immigration attorneys in the Washington, D.C. region. She was featured on the cover of Washington Lawyer, the DC Bar’s official magazine, in October 2025.
Ms. Agarwal is known for combining the rigor and analytical training of a large international law firm with a highly personalized and client-centered approach to representation. Under her leadership, Agarwal Law Group has grown into a highly respected immigration practice known for thorough preparation, proactive communication, and compassionate advocacy.
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Acquired: 2009
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2008
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1100 H Street NW, Suite 1220, Washington, DC, 20005
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Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hire the best
What other people said is totally true. Mrs. Pratibah is the best in her field and you will not regret hiring her. I was charged with one felony theft and two petty theft and hired her company to represent me while applying for my OPT. I was very afraid, but she told me what I should do exactly. Hir...
Posted by Nishtha Jain | August 06, 2019 | Immigration
Consultation on employment based visa : H1 and GC matters
Pratibha is excellent and very knowledgeable attorney. I consulted her on matters on H1 and GC and she provided me great advice on how to proceed. I recommend her!
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Highly Recommended
I sought legal services from the Agarwal Law Group for a family reunification case that had dragged for 15 years. I found Pratibha Agarwal to be an extremely professional and knowledgeable immigration attorney. From the beginning, she was very clear about what the process entailed and let me know wha...
Posted by Sahban Rifai | July 12, 2019 | Immigration
Personal appointment
We spent about an hour with Ms. Agarwal. Enquiring certain issues related to citizenship. She was so kind to answer all the questions professionally. Ms. Awarwal very pleasant person to talk to. I would recommend her for any immigration related issues
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2019 | Immigration
Prompt and helpful consultation
I called Ms. Agarwal with a question concerning H1B visa applications. I appreciated that she took the time to return my call and discuss my issue. Although I was not her client, Ms. Agarwal was helpful and informative and did her best to help me in my search for legal representation. It is clear tha...
"Ms. Agarwal is a skilled legal practitioner. She combines zealous advocacy with a deep knowledge of the law. I would not hesitate to endorse and recommend Ms. Agarwal."
"Attorney Agarwal is an excellent immigration attorney whose tenacious attitude makes her one of the best in her field. If you are looking for a dedicated and bright immigration attorney, look no further."
"Pratibha is an excellent immigration attorney and colleague. Before starting her immigration practice she was an associate attorney at one of the top law firms in the U.S. Pratibha brings to her immigration practice years of experience litigating complex matters. She serves her clients with an uncommon level of care and sophistication. I recommend her for any all immigration matters, including green cards and citizenship, employment-based visas, and deportation defense."
"I warmly endorse Pratibha Agarwal. We first met when we were both fighting the good fight at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, so I know that she has a real heart for immigrants. She works hard and is extremely careful. You'll be in good hands with her."
"I'm pleased to endorse Pratibha. She is a top-notch immigration lawyer and a zealous advocate for her clients. A highly recommended attorney."
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2025
Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine
2025
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2024
Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2024
Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine
2023
Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine
2022
Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine
2022
Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine
2021
Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016 - Present
Principal, Agarwal Law Group
2008 - 2015
Associate, Jones Day
2018 - Present
Just NeighborsBoard Member
2018 - Present
District of Columbia Law Practice Management CommunityVice Chair-Leadership and Professional Development
2017 - Present
Women's Bar Association of the District of ColumbiaCo-Chair
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
District of Columbia Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Starting a Small Law Firm
2011
Guest Speaker
2010
2009
English
Kannada