Houman Varzandeh

Houman Varzandeh

4.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

3435 Wilshire Blvd, Suite # 1010, Los Angeles, CA

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Licensed in Arizona for 26 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1999

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Varzandeh Anderson LLP

3435 Wilshire Blvd, Suite # 1010, Los Angeles, CA, 90010-2031

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4.9 /5.0

154 Client Reviews

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Posted by parmis | January 13, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

secret ingredient

"It was an interesting cooperation" I would like to call it, which was based on mutual trust.I do believe that Mr,Varzaneh is one the respected intellectual attorneys that I have met in America . He is magnificently knowledgeable in his profession. He clearly discussed the details of my case, ins...ured me that he was confident we would win the case and we actually did. I think being knowledgeable helps a lot or even being experienced but there is one thing which makes the difference and that secret ingredient could be easily forgotten.I believe we all have been where we needed help,where we left without a solution in need of the other's help.The secret ingredient is the person who is helping you is also caring about you.What I felt when I was working with Mr,Varzandeh , Lisa Anderson and their team was that they were actually caring.

Posted by DK | December 30, 2014 | Immigration

The Dream Team

Let me just start by saying that this professional firm is above and beyond the best immigration attorneys to work with . I have been in the USA for the last 28 years and for the last 22 years I was living in fear, as I was an undocumented alien, I had NO driver license NO social and NO work permit.... The last 22 years, I have seen dozen attorneys and spend thousands of dollars, but unfortunately no attorney wanted to try my case. I had no hope what so ever, at least that's what all the attorneys that I consulted with said, until I met Mr. Houman Varzandeh. He came highly recommended from a friend. I immediately called and made an appointment. On the day of my appointment I walked in to his office with my wife and we were very impressed. Everything looked organized and professional. I explained my situation to Mr. Houman and when I was done telling him my story, he was surprised that for the last 22 years I was able to live like this and that I had never been detained. My case was very unique and extremely difficult, then Mr. Houman asked me that in order for him to even consider to take my case he would need to review my file and get back to me if he decides to try my case. We left his office thinking he's just like the other attorneys ( just pay your consultation fee and will get back to you soon) But I felt like there was something about his reaction to me and my case. One week later I received a call from Mr. Houman telling me that he will try my case. I was surprised. As In all of my 22 years no attorney wanted to take or try my case. When I saw him the second time, he sat down and explained the long, difficult road and the challenges that we are going to face to get me my Green Card. After 6 long years of battle and stress and of course the determination and the focus of Mr. Houman and the lovely Lisa Anderson, I was finally able to be legal in this awesome country. Long story short, I have NEVER seen or heard of any attorney like Houman and Lisa being so attached to my case and actually getting emotional when they delivered me the good news. I recommend Varzandeh Anderson LLP over and over again if you're looking for an immigration attorney that actually listens to you and responds to your emails and calls then look no further. Houman and Lisa are no longer my attorneys they are my friends for life. I will always include them in my blessings. Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity. Thank you Houman and Lisa for all your hard work and dedication. Love D.

Posted by Minda | December 02, 2014 | Immigration

Brilliant lawyer

I had the best experience with Houman Varzandeh/Anderson after all the stressful life. He is very knowledgeable, punctual an excellent lawyer that's why I call him BRILLIANT lawyer. He discuss the "PROS" and "CONS" regarding your case. One thing I like most he gave time frame of your case to have an ...answer. Regarding immigration problem I would recommend VARZANDEH/ANDERSON law office at Wilshire. Reminders!!! Don't waste your money without good outcome.

Posted by Juan | November 23, 2014 | Immigration

Best Immigration Lawyer

Mr. Houman Varzandeh was quick to respond back to us back on a Sunday. He is very professional and made my impossible case look like it had a chance. He always kept us motivated and positive. I'm so thank full to have Mr. Houman Varzandeh on my team. With all his knowledge of immigration law I was bl...essed to have him help my stay here with my family. If you find yourself needing the best to save your family then without hesitation contact then. You will be very thankful you Did. Words can't describe how thankful I am to have chosen this Mr. Houman Varzandeh to help me. Then you so much

Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2014

This is for those who are not sure to hire which lawyer among several lawyers in the city.

I was in your place when I wanted to hire a lawyer to handle my case. For me the experience, knowledge, and cost were the most important factors. After almost one year, I can assure you if you choose the Varzande Anderson law firm, you can have a peace of mind that your case is in the hand of bes...t. It is really important to have a lawyer that you can trust. I am sure those who have heard stories how some lawyers only think about their wage and ... think twice when they want to choose one. I was in your shoes and can't tell you how much I benefit from choosing this law firm. Their price is reasonable. What is more important is I think they worth every penny they charge because of the service they provide. It is really important to have a lawyer that has experience and knowledge to handle your case. Don't be fooled by other lawyers who give you low price at the beginning, because you either will end up with high probability of loosing your case (and consequently loosing all your money), or hire another lawyer to fix their mistakes and pay more in sum eventually. Choose the best in the first place and have a peace of mind.

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Houman Varzandeh's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Anderson

Immigration lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse attorney Houman Varzandeh. His expertise in the field of US immigration law is second to none. He is particularly skilled in the practice area of deportation and removal issues. His prior experience as an immigration court trial attorney has given him a special insight into how the deportation process works and the best strategies for deportation and removal defense. Furthermore, he is ethical, honest and truly cares about his clients."

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Gordon Olson

Immigration lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Mr. Varzandeh for the past decade. His mastery of the law and his ability to precisely analyze complex legal issues is extraordinary. He represents his clients with candor, integrity, and is viewed by opposing counsel as a force to reckoned with. I have never seen him lose a case, but I have witnessed him win countless cases that appeared to be losing cases. Mr. Varzandeh is an immigration attorney of the highest order."

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Avrom Robin

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Most qualified, best informed immigration attorney I have worked with. Highly recommended."

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Lisa Anderson

Immigration lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Houman Varzandeh is a truly exceptional attorney. He possesses a rare combination of extraordinary intelligence and an unparalleled knowledge of the law with a uniquely principled and compassionate approach to his clients. I feel honored and humbled to work with him and am amazed daily by the brilliant solutions he finds for even the most complex of legal situations. Because he has been both a prosecutor for the INS--under the prestigious Attorney General's Honors Program--and served for many years as a defense attorney, he is unusually positioned to understand immigration law from all facets. I could not endorse him more highly as he is, by far, the best immigration attorney I have had the pleasure to work with."

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Farnoush Farzad

Immigration lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Houman Varzandeh is one of the finest lawyers I know. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of immigration law. He is one of the most effective immigration litigators--his expertise in complex immigration litigation is second to none."

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Daniel Perlman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lisa Anderson

Immigration lawyer

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David Fagen

Immigration lawyer

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Eric Avazian

Immigration lawyer

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Avrom Robin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lisa Anderson

Immigration lawyer

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Farnoush Farzad

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

1998

Cum Laude, Southwestern University School of Law

1998

United States Attorney General's Honors Program, United States Department of Justice

1997

Special Projects Editor, Law Review - Board of Governors - Southwestern University School of Law

1996

Associate Editor, Law Review - Southwestern University School of Law

1996

Moot Court - Writer and Oralist, Moot Court Honors Programs - Southwestern University School of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Varzandeh Anderson LLP

2001 - 2011

Attorney, H. Varzandeh, A Law Corporation

1998 - 2001

Assistant District Counsel, United States Department Of Justice Ins

1997 - 1998

Legal Extern, Us Department Of Justice Immigration Courts

Associations

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2007 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2007 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2007 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2007 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

1999 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Purohit v. Holder

Remanded from 9th Circuit Court of Appeals

Witjaksono v. Holder

Minasyan v. Gonzales

Declaration by Circuit Court of Derivative Citizenship for Client

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Education

1998

Southwestern University School of Law

Juris Doctor - Cum Laude

1987

University of Missouri, Columbia

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Annual American Immigration Lawyers Association

Pro Bono Clinic Citizenship Initiative

1998

Southwestern University School of Law

Sexuality and the Law - Asylum Law in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Particular Social Group Designation

1997

Associate Judge at Multiple Moot Court Rounds

Moot Court Competition

Publications

2005

United States Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit Minasyan v. Gonzales

1996

Southwestern University Law Review Associate Editor

Languages

English

Spanish

Farsi

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