Inderjit Singh Ahluwalia

Inderjit Singh Ahluwalia | San Jose Immigration Lawyer | Founder, The Ahluwalia Firm

Inderjit Singh Ahluwalia is the founder and managing attorney of The Ahluwalia Firm, a respected immigration law practice based in San Jose, California, dedicated exclusively to U.S. immigration and nationality law. As both a legal advocate and an immigrant himself, Mr. Ahluwalia brings personal insight, legal precision, and cultural sensitivity to every case he handles.
He has successfully represented clients across the United States and globally in a wide range of immigration matters; from family petitions and employment visas to waivers, appeals, and removal defense.

Education & Credentials

• LL.M. (Transnational Business Practice), 2008 – McGeorge School of Law, Sacramento, CA
• LL.B., 2000 – Faculty of Law, GNDU, Amritsar, India
• B.A., 1997 – Punjab University, Chandigarh, India

Licensed by the State Bar of Tennessee and admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, Mr. Ahluwalia is authorized to represent clients in all 50 states in immigration matters.

Professional Affiliations & Recognition

• The National Advocates “Top 40 Under 40” Immigration Lawyers – 2016
• Volunteer Merit Award, Pro Bono Project of San Jose – Presented by Hon. Judge Philip Pennypacker
• Board Member, Selective Service System – Appointed under the Obama Administration
• Active member of:
o American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
o South Asian Bar Association (SABA)
o American Bar Association (ABA)
o Tennessee Bar Association (TBA)

Areas of Immigration Practice

Mr. Ahluwalia has years of hands-on experience advising individuals, families, entrepreneurs, tech workers, and multinational employers in matters such as:

• Employment-based immigration: H-1B, L-1A/L-1B, TN, E-2, E-3, O-1 visas
• Family-based green cards: Marriage petitions, I-130s, K-1 fiancé visas, adjustment of status
• Student visas and change of status: F-1, F-2, reinstatements, CPT/OPT compliance
• Waivers for inadmissibility: I-601, I-601A, I-212, and 212(d)(3)
• Deportation defense and litigation: Removal proceedings, BIA appeals, motions to reopen
• Naturalization and citizenship
• Consular processing and visa denials

Client-Centered Legal Representation

Mr. Ahluwalia is known for his meticulous case preparation, strategic thinking, and compassionate client advocacy. He understands how immigration issues impact every facet of a person’s life; family, career, security and he works tirelessly to protect his clients’ interests at every stage. 

Whether you are facing an RFE, pursuing a green card, seeking a waiver, or defending against removal, Mr. Ahluwalia offers experienced, honest, and results-driven representation.

Community Service & Leadership

In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Ahluwalia is a committed public servant. He received the Volunteer Merit Award from the Pro Bono Project of San Jose, presented by Hon. Judge Philip Pennypacker, for his dedication to expanding access to justice for underserved communities.

He was also appointed as a California Board Member for the Selective Service System under the Obama Administration, recognizing his contributions to national service and administrative oversight.