Himani Bhardwaj

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Himani Bhardwaj

5.0
Rating: 9.3

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
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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 1 - 5 of 25 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Shano | August 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A Truly Exceptional Immigration Lawyer – Highly Recommended

I was a lawful permanent resident living overseas with my U.S. citizen spouse, who was working for a U.S. firm supporting the U.S. mission abroad. I wanted to apply for expedited naturalization under section 319(b), but my situation was unique and not widely understood. Before finding Himani, I had r...eached out to at least four other immigration lawyers, including top firms in NYC. Some told me I wasn’t eligible, while others simply didn’t understand how my circumstances could qualify for expedited naturalization. Then I found Himani through a Google search and was immediately encouraged by her outstanding reviews. From our first interaction, she was incredibly professional, attentive, and genuinely interested in understanding my case. She took the time to review our situation in detail, requested comprehensive documentation, and carefully analyzed our eligibility. After her thorough review, she confidently confirmed that we did, in fact, qualify to apply for naturalization under 319(b). From that point onward, working with her was a truly seamless experience. Himani and her team were exceptionally organized and proactive. They made sure every single piece of supporting evidence was included in our USCIS submission, to the point where USCIS never needed to request additional documentation. Her meticulous preparation made my interview smooth— the officer asked very few questions because everything was already clear and well-documented in my file. Throughout the process, Himani was supportive, accommodating, and always available to guide us. She held multiple Zoom calls to prepare me for each step, provided detailed written guidelines, and kept the process moving without delays. From the day she filed my case to the day I became a U.S. citizen, the entire journey took just 8 months. Thanks to her dedication, expertise, and thoroughness, I am now a proud U.S. citizen. I am deeply grateful to Himani for believing in my case when others didn’t, and for making the process stress-free and successful. I truly couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking an immigration attorney who is not only skilled but also deeply committed to her clients’ success.

Himani Bhardwaj

Replied last September 03, 2025

Thank you, Shano, for the heartfelt note. We are honored that our step-by-step “roadmap,” meticulous evidence prep, and interview coaching helped you feel confident during your naturalization (INA 319(b)) journey. Wishing you every success as a new citizen!

Posted by Michelle | June 10, 2025 | Immigration

A Wonderful Journey with Himani Bhardwaj

I commuicated with Himani when I was living in Cape Town South Africa. Went through the medical process and my appointment at South African Embassy. My fiance applied for a K1 Visa at that time. I was technologically challenged due to the fact that I had no wi-fi and had to fill out online forms at I...nternet Cafes, and everything always worked out well. My process involved acquiring police clearance, birth certificates, information about my parents, daughter and my address, work etc. USCIS also wanted proof of communication with my Fiancé and I sent all our text messages, facetime screenshots everything that proves your relationship is real also flight documents etc. Himani made this journey easy because she communicated with us all the way and I felt like I was her only client because of her detailed attention to my case and her integrity throughout this journey was welcoming. She guided me with documents that I had to access through the portal and nothing was ever too much for her office when it came to my needs. Himani is very knowledgeable in her field and has so much compassion and integrity which is so admirable. Himani met all my due dates and even communicated with my Divorce Attorney and met the 84 day deadline in order to proceed to the next stage. I am currently a proud USA citizen and was guided through this process as well and I am truly grateful for Himani. This journey has taught me so much and having Himani by my side with her kind heart made every step easier and worth it. It felt like I was her only client (although she has many) because of her professionalism and quick response to all my questions/ needs. What a wonderful legal adventure. Himani's zest for my advocacy was comforting. I have great respect for Himani.

Posted by Rose | November 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Consultation

My consultation with Himani Bhardwaj was more than I expected. She provided very detailed information on the process for becoming a US citizen and asked great questions to determine any challenges. Her passion for what she does for so many immigrants is immediately evident. This along with her tra...nsparency and integrity is why I hired her.

Posted by Mo | May 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Splendid work

My green card application experience with HBM Law Offices, LLC. has been flawless. Himani had been a great source of information during the entire process and was very responsive to all my questions and concerns. Communication in general was super good which made the waiting period less worrying.

Posted by Abbiramy | February 28, 2024 | Immigration

Best Immigration consultant out there

Himani was recommended to me by a close friend and it turned out to be a bit of great advice. I was in a dire situation with my change of status application and needed legal advice. Himani responded promptly whenever I reached out and was equally invested in making sure I got a successful outcome. It... is rare to find an attorney who is willing to follow up with you even when she is traveling or when she is in a different time zone. I can't appreciate enough how competent, thorough, and warm Himani was during my interactions with her. I wish her only the best.

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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

Immigration lawyer

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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

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (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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