Himani Bhardwaj

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Himani Bhardwaj

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 15 years

Immigration Lawyer at West Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas: Immigration

5550 Wild Rose Ln, Suite 400, West Des Moines, IA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Himani

Biography

We are a high-touch family immigration law firm with 12+ years of experience in family-based green cards, waivers of inadmissibility grounds, naturalization, VAWA, & consular processing at Embassies around the world. We invite you to schedule a consultation: https://calendly.com/hbmlaw/30min

We offer virtual consultations after work hours. Get int ouch with us by completing an intake on our website (hbmlawllc.com) or calling our office. You can leave us a voicemail and we will call you back within 24-hours of your call.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

16 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 15 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2010

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 12 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2013

Multi-Jurisdictional Practitioner

No misconduct found

Location

HBM Law Offices, LLC

5550 Wild Rose Ln, Suite 400, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

hbmlawllc.com/

Online Presence

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Himani Bhardwaj's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

132 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 43 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Anonymous | March 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Seamless Guidance: A Testament to Himani and Chey's Expertise in Immigration Matters

Himani and Chey were exceptional to collaborate with. Our journey began over two years ago when I was on my OPT as an F1 student and had recently married my wife, a US citizen. Initially, we anticipated a one-year process, but as time progressed, our case grew more complex. The situation was exacerba...ted when I faced a DUI charge shortly after submitting our adjustment of status application. Combined with the extensive processing times, we received two RFEs, elongating the approval of my conditional green card to nearly two years. Throughout these challenges, Himani and Chey provided unwavering support, addressing all our inquiries and expertly navigating us through this turbulent chapter in our immigration narrative. I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking immigration assistance. Their availability for emails and video calls reassured us, and Himani's profound expertise guided us every step of the way. As we approach the renewal of our green card in two years, we will unquestionably choose them again. We are immensely grateful for their exceptional service.

Posted by Indu | June 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Absolutely Fantastic

I could not have asked for a better immigration lawyer than Himani to help with processing my mothers Greencard application. It was a pleasure working with Himani and her paralegal Chey. They both were amazing all along the process. They guided me and helped me gather all the necessary documents,... review the documents and were always available and extremely responsive to any and all of my questions. Both Himani and Chey are extremely professional, approachable, empathetic and available. There has never been a delay in them responding to any question I had during the process. As an immigration lawyer Himani always had our best interest in mind and guided me along so well that the entire process from start to finish appeared so seamless. In fact my mother received her Greencard in record time .. All thanks to the extremely professional way my mothers case was presented. In Himani and Chey we found trusted partners we can always rely on for our immigration needs. THANK YOU.

Posted by Nur | April 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding and supportive experience

Himani and her team were consistently responsive and clear in their communication with my husband and me, especially during emergency situations where we had endless questions and were constantly emailing. If we emailed in the morning, we got a response from Himani or Chey within a few hours. I have ...applied for a number of visa applications through different lawyers but this was by far the smoothest experience I have ever had. Information given to us was clear, consistent, her advice was always useful and on point, and I never felt lost in the bureaucratic muddle the way I usually do. We cannot recommend her strongly enough!

Posted by Mohamad | March 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent communication and great service

To begin with, me and my wife wanted to apply for a K1 visa plus Green Card. Everything was confusing but the moment we consulted Himani she clarified everything thoroughly so we decided to move forward with her service and we never regret it. We started this process during COVID19 pandemic meanwhil...e my case was somewhat complicated for geographical reasons yet Himani was always communicating to explain everything to us and she was so responsive whenever we needed her help until I have finally obtained my K1 visa. After my arrival to the US Himani and Chey again instructed us on the next steps clearly and thoroughly they are very well organised. They kept the high level of communication until I obtained my EAD and then afterwards my Green Card. Thank you Himani for your integrity and the great service beside explaining everything and paying attention to the important details, thank you for assuring me that you still there for us even after our final call.

Posted by Tyler | September 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing Person Amazing Service

In the very beginning, my wife and I wanted to apply for the Green Card ourselves. We had contacted Himani to have a consultation about the process itself. She very explicitly explained the process and broke it down enough to give us the confidence to apply for it without a lawyer. I spent many month...s of my time trying to figure out the papers I needed and how to write it up. I truly wish I worked with Himani from the beginning. After submitting the greencard paperwork, the USCIS responded to our application in need of some documents and also needed me to rewrite some others properly. I was extremely nervous of messing up our last chance for getting the paperwork right to achieve the green card. That's when I called Himani a second time. Our case was quite rare since we were now looking to work with her after we had already submitted the documents ourselves. To our huge luck, she accepted our case to pick up where we left off and to clean up our mess! Wow! Did she and Chey ever do such a great job. Right away they communicated to us with extreme clarity. They let us know what we needed to do and what documents were necessary. She explained to us everything so clearly and helped us at every step. Any time we had a question, she and Chey were there to answer almost instantly. We had full confidence in them and we're so happy to have found them! They really have a great system set up for streamlining the process. I never want to gamble with such a fragile situation again. We learned our mistake and know that if we ever need an immigration lawyer in the future, we will go directly to Himani. She's truly a life saver and we're so lucky to be accepted by her. Thank you Himani and Chey for all the amazing work you both have done for us. We are forever grateful!

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Van Ngo

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Himani is a very professional fellow U.S. immigration lawyer. I have gotten to know her better professionally as we are both members of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). She is always responsive and ready to help. I endorse her services. Van"

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Kenny Bhatt

Immigration lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very knowledgeable and goes extra mile to help the clients."

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Jennifer Bennett

Immigration lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bhardwaj is an excellent lawyer! She is kind, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable. As a fellow immigration lawyer, I would not hesitate to send my close family members or friends to her for representation. She offers top-notch service to her clients."

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Dhenu Maru

Immigration lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Himani is a hardworking and honest attorney. As a fellow immigration attorney, I recommend her services without reservation."

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Poonam Lakhani

Immigration lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Himani is not only a great lawyer who gets results for her clients but a great person as well. I have had the opportunity to observe Himani work with clients at a pro bono legal clinic and immediately took notice that she genuinely cares for her clients. Himani gives much of her free time to charitable initiatives, helping those in our community who are less fortunate."

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Tejas Shah

Immigration lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a big fan of Himani. She brings a fascinating background and international experience to her work. She has shown that she is a truly compassionate, competent, and effective immigration lawyer. She takes the time to properly educate herself on any new matter and ensures that she then provides her client with the best advice and representation possible. I whole heartedly recommend her services to any client."

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Jonathan Phillips

Immigration lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bonnie Simran Bhatia

Immigration lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Himani is articulate, detail-oriented, compassionate and above all-trustworthy. She's my go to attorney to send Immigration referrals to, because I know my contact/client will be treated with respect and kept up-to-date about their case. I recommend her whole-heartedly!"

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Christopher Cook

Immigration lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Himani is an exceptional attorney only surpassed by her qualities as a person. I would not hesitate to entrust her with any legal matter of my own. As an attorney, she is competent, resilient, creative, and wholly dedicated to the cause of her particular clients. She listens and understands the needs of her clients and efficiently formulates a successful strategy to ensure the goals and hurdles of the case are met and overcome. Himani constantly works harder than is expected and challenges those around her to succeed. I strongly encourage you to contact Himani. You will not be disappointed with her focused, compassionate, and effective representation. She will deliver results."

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Karen Medina Zinn

Immigration lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Himani is a very dedicated and knowledgeable immigration attorney. She is a caring and zealous advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Shobhana Kasturi

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Kenny Bhatt

Immigration lawyer

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Poonam Lakhani

Employment and labor lawyer

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Dhenu Maru

Immigration lawyer

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Tejas Shah

Immigration lawyer

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Jonathan Phillips

Intellectual property lawyer

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Christopher Cook

General practice lawyer

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Bonnie Simran Bhatia

Estate planning lawyer

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Karen Medina Zinn

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2025

APAC Founders Award, American Immigration Lawyers Association Asia Pacific Chapter

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2009

Jeanne & Joseph Sullivan Int'l Human Rights Fellowship, International Human Rights Law Institute (IHRLI)

Work Experience

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

2011 - 2011

In-Country Director, Iraq Office, International Human Rights Law Institute

Associations

2018 - Present

AILA APAC Chapter

Member

2014 - Present

Indo-American Association of Iowa (IAAI)

Member

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2010

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Chicago

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

APAC Annual Conference Seoul, Korea

Advance Topics: I-751 Waiver of Conditional Residence and Other Waiver Grounds

2012

Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights

Naturalization Workshops

2011

Empowering Women Economically at Erbil, Iraq

Legal Writing Skills

Publications

2013

Illinois State Bar Association International and Immigration Law Newsletter "The Globe" S. Bill 744: Benefits & Limitations for Foreign National Entrepreneurs (Vol. 51, No. 2)

Languages

Hindi

Spanish

English

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