About Anish

Biography

Practice Areas

Practice Area

All aspects of family-based and corporate immigration: Court cases in Immigration Court, in the Board of Immigration Appeals, and before state and federal courts; Consular cases at United States consulates and embassies worldwide; Applications and petitions filed with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services; Representation of individuals in deferred inspection; and All other cases touching upon immigration.

19 years | 1,000 cases

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always

Payment Methods

Cash
Check
Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

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Location

Law Firm of Anish Vashistha, APLC

3450 Cahuenga Blvd. W., Unit #401, Los Angeles, CA, 90068

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Anish Vashistha's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

78 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Edin Lopez | June 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excelente and professional.

We reached out to him and were immediately seen. After talking about our case, Mr. Anish told us what he can do for us. Not only did he review our case promptly but he also offered us solutions that no other lawyers have offered. He was a blessing: after so many years of being hopeless, not only di...d he reassure us but is still guiding us through the process even though the goal has already been reached. We recommend all of our family members and friends to reach out to him. Thank you again, Anish.

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Posted by Aj | April 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Ultimate Honest Attorney

Ultimate Honest Attorney I have known Mr.Anish Vashistha for about 4 and a half years. When at first I met him, I discussed with him my situation & complications. He motivated me, giving the legal way forward & channelized me in the right direction. ”The Law is there for your protection,” we...re his first motivational words to me. He handled my various legal matters. He represented me in the most professional manner: his ethics are of the highest standards. Anish is fair, trustworthy and honorable above all else. I wish him Good luck. God Bless him. Aj Singh -Long Haul Trucker

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Posted by Mike | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The absolute best!

"I just cant let them win!" This is the phrase that Anish told me once during his work. I hired Anish to help me with a very complicated case, which took 10 years to resolve. This phrase Anish told me says it all about this extremely knowledgeable attorney. This is exactly the type of approach you ...want your attorney to have. My experience with him was very positive. It took him 5 years to get an approval for rarely diffucult case! Anish kept working, was always on top of things, his creative approach is unparalleled. As a client i can describe Anish as reliable, aggressive but polite, outstandingly experienced and tireless! Being an interpreter in courts, i see lawyers all the time and i can really tell the difference. This guy is one of the best lawyers and honest people i have ever met! Highly recommended!

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Posted by Olga | March 18, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very good job

Hi completed for me 3 different cases and in all of them he was very professional. he did a good job. thank you so much for your job in my cases.

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Anish Vashistha's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

Ji Park

Immigration lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Anish has the rare combination of legal brilliance and humor. He will keep you laughing while beating you in court. I highly recommend Anish for any immigration issue."

Charles Lee

Immigration lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. He is the most knowledgeable and professional attorney I know."

Santosh Narayan

Immigration lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anish is probably the smartest immigration attorney in Los Angeles. He's a wealth of information, certified as an immigration specialist by the State Bar and his trial experience is something that sets him apart."

Nicklaus Misiti

Immigration lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had some questions about a similar case to one Mr. Vashistha has handled in the past. He was very knowledgeable and cordial in discussing his experience with me. I definitely would recommend him."

Leon Ben Hazany

Civil rights lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Vashistha is among the best lawyers I have worked with. He has impressive academic credentials Graduating from Georgetown School of Law - a top tier school). He has proven himself in the courtroom also. I have worked on many cases with Mr. Vashistha and he has produced excellent results for his clients. Two cases Mr. Vashistha worked on stand out because before Mr. Vashistha took the cases over the two clients had been working with other attorneys who had mishandled these complicated cases. After the tragic mishandling by the former attorneys, the two clients met with many lawyers, all of which advised them that their cases were hopeless. After Mr. Vashistha took over thecases he was able to undo the harm and he won both cases. Mr. Vashistha is honest, ethical and dedicated to the cause of his clients. He is a zealous advocate and I strongly recommend him."

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Neville Asherson

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Yi Shyr

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Ji Park

Family lawyer

Charles Lee

Immigration lawyer

Santosh Narayan

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

AV Preeminent Peer-Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

AV Preeminent Peer-Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2020

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

2012

Board Certified Specialist, Immigration and Nationality Law, Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California

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Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Firm of Anish Vashistha, APLC

2009 - Present

Attorney, Law Firm of Leon Hazany & Associates, APLC

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Beverly Hills Immigration Law Firm

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Associations

2018 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

2018 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of California

Admitted to Practice

2013 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2011 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the First Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2007 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

United States District Court for the Central District of California

Admitted to Practice

2006 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2006 - Present

Supreme Court of California

Admitted to Practice

2006 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2006 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Immigration Law Section

Member

2016 - 2016

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

2015 - 2015

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Business and Corporations Law Section

Member

2014 - 2014

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Small Firm and Sole Practitioner Division Section

Member

2009 - 2013

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2006 - 2010

Network of Indian Professionals - Los Angeles/ Orange County

Member

2006 - 2015

South Asian Bar Association of Southern California

Member

2006 - 2008

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2013

American Bar Association

Member

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Sample of Legal Cases

In re X

My client won, and ICE's appeal was dismissed.

In re X

My client was granted withholding of removal.

In re X

My client obtained a J-1 waiver and changed status

In re X

My client was granted relief from removal.

The People v. Vasilyan

Appeal Granted: Matter Reversed & Remanded

In re X

My client won her appeal and won relief.

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Education

N/A

Georgetown Univ Law Ctr

law

N/A

Georgetown Univ

undergraduate

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Speaking Engagements

2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern California chapter) New Members Division Event Introduction to Asylum Law

2010

Mind Your Own Business 2010 Immigration Options for Employees

2010

Law Day 2010 U.S. Immigration Law Forum

2009

Law Day 2009 Employment, Disability Rights, and Immigration Matters

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Publications

2014

AttorneyAnish's Blog Cutting to the Heart of the Matter: Determinations in Removal Proceedings

2013

AttorneyAnish's Blog A DREAM Deferred?

2011

Newspaper Less Than One Month to Go Before the H-1B Filing Frenzy

2011

Newspaper Realizing when You Are the Victim of Immigration Fraud

2010

Newspaper Bringing a Child to the United States for the Purpose of Adoption

2010

Newspaper Steps to Take to Avoid Abandoning Permanent Residency

2010

Newspaper Protecting Your Privacy and Rights when Arriving in the United States

2010

Newspaper Removing Conditional Status Jointly or Individually

2010

Newspaper Beware of the 'Immigration Consultant'

2010

Newspaper A Humanitarian Way for Relatives of Deceased Petitioners to Remain in the United States

2010

Newspaper Immigration Relief for Victims of Certain Crimes

2010

Newspaper Don't Bet on Comprehensive Immigration Reform Any Time Soon

2010

Newspaper Potential Release for Detained Aliens Purportedly Ineligible for Bond

2010

Newspaper Knowing Your Business Visas

2010

Newspaper Dealing with Criminal Convictions that Have Immigration Consequences

2010

Newspaper Immigration Benefits for Individuals Investing in the United States

2010

Newspaper H-1B Season is Almost Here: Make Sure You're Ready

2010

Newspaper Humanitarian Hope for Beneficiaries of Approved Immigrant Petitions Cancelled by the Consulate

2010

Newspaper New Hope for Those Previously Ordered Deported

2005

American Criminal Law Review Securities Fraud

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Languages

Spanish

Hindi

Urdu

Punjabi

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Q&A

What is the process and requirements for an employment-based sponsorship of an F-1 International Student

25 Apr 2009

Q&A

How can I get somebody's registration number that is in ICE? PLEASE HELP!

25 Apr 2009

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