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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Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding Immigration Attorney - Mr. Houman Varzandeh

If you're looking for a short and sweet answer in typical American fashion, here it is: You will not regret a single penny spent on your immigration process with Mr. Houman Varzandeh. But hey, do your own due diligence. Now, if you're ready for the full rollercoaster ride of my experience, buckle up ...and prepare for takeoff - this one's a doozy! I first heard about Mr. Varzandeh through word of mouth around 2017 & 2018. Despite being in a different state at the time, I had the pleasure of calling Mr. Varzandeh to discuss my situation. He assured me I didn't need to move states for the immigration process - and boy, was he right! Fast forward to the pandemic era, I decided to move to California, start fresh, and build my life anew. During my free consultation with Mr. Varzandeh, I knew he was the one - my legal savior. My personality demands quick answers and immediate results, much like the Fast & Furious franchise. But let's be real - dealing with immigration (and the IRS) is more like dealing with a sloth. (LOL) Mr. Varzandeh constantly reminded me that he couldn't break the law to speed things up, and his honesty was refreshing. One day, frustrated with the timeline, he even suggested another attorney. That's when I knew I'd stick with him, no matter what. Surprisingly, through Trump's presidency, the COVID 19 chaos, and my personal upheavals, including homelessness and jobless, Mr. Varzandeh remained a steadfast guide. My entire immigration process, including interviews, EAD card, biometrics, and approval, took four years - and yes, I felt like I'd won the fortune cookie lottery at Panda Express. Eventually, I had to leave California due to the high cost of living and returned to my initial state. Even though this could delay my immigration process, Mr. Varzandeh treated me like family, guiding me through every step. Within a year of returning, I had the pleasure of working with Lisa Anderson, who was on the phone during my first immigration interview. Her words, "You killed it!" after the interview were the sweet sound of success. Tada :) Dear reader, if you're looking to change your visa status or need trustworthy legal advice, Mr. Houman Varzandeh and Lisa Anderson are the attorneys you can rely on - think of it as the "Better Call Saul" of immigration law, but without the shady business. More like "Suits," with Mike Ross and Harvey Specter, they are the geniuses with the law. They are professional, kind, and will treat you with the respect and care you deserve.

Posted by Hanny Michael | April 22, 2013 | Immigration

Outstanding Experience with Amazing Lawyers.

I have never seen such kind of quality service, very professional, personalized and knowledgeable in dealing with my complicated immigration case. My initial Internet search brought me a list of highly reviewed immigration lawyers which I had consultation with 7 of them, until I had a consultation w...ith attorney Lisa Anderson and attorney Houman Varzandeh, I hired the law office of Varzandeh Anderson LLP after careful review for my previous meetings results. Here is my experience: Professional: They listen carefully to my immigration matter and they asked me in-depth questions that uncover areas other seven firms never did. Sharp: After hiring them, I was provided with a clear time frame specific strategy which implemented with great success. Knowledgeable: Being former US government immigration attorneys gave them the strong knowledge and capabilities to accurately handle difficult issues in my case. Honest: They never pressure us to retain their services and let us feel obligated to hire them during the free consultation, and they have a very reasonable attorney fees. Timely Service: They replied all my emails or phone calls almost same day or second day at most. Conclusion: I WON. Thank you attorney Lisa and attorney Houman.

Posted by Liana | March 18, 2013 | Immigration

Competent, experienced, attentive and meticulous attorney.

I am very pleased to leave this review for my immigration attorney Mr. Houman Varzandeh. We were looking for an attorney who could offer a competent guidance in immigration law and could successfully resolve our complicated case. We were extremely pleased with Mr. Houman Varzandeh and his staff. He ...is a competent, experienced, attentive and meticulous attorney, with a well-run office, great support staff and fair pricing. No surprises whatsoever in fees and procedure but exactly as explained to us during the free consultation and during subsequent meetings. He not only gave expert advise, but also followed through on every detail in the process with honesty and integrity, inspiring confidence and calm. Our immigration case was resolved successfully. I have and will continue to recommend Mr. Varzandeh to anyone who needs an immigration attorney.

Posted by Lora | July 25, 2012 | Immigration

Best lawyer I found in CA

I am a person with a history with lawyers who pretend they are very knowledgeable and they are the absolute garbage and incompetence you can get! Unfortunately this is around 90% of all immigration lawyers, who don't care to take your money and dig even a bigger hole for your immigration problems. Th...ank God, and whatever else was, I met Mr. Varzandeh. At first I didn't know how good he was, but he won me over with his honesty, competence of my "weird" and not very usual case, and his sense of humor (he has a lot of it). Write there I felt more confident about my case, even though it was just a FREE I repeat, he has FREE consultations. Usually I am skeptical to lawyers who has free consultations, but obviously not everyone just want to take your money and not give a s*** . I hired him and as of now, in this very moment I am waiting for my green card to arrive within a week and yesterday my case jumped to a card production. Absolutely highly recommended - he told me not to do many things that other lawyers told me to do, and he was absolutely right. I couldn't be more happy in this moment as I am sharing my experience with you about Mr. Varzandeh's firm right now. If there are 10 stars , I would give them to him!!!!

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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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