Himani Bhardwaj is a first generation immigrant to the United States whose experience has profoundly shaped her professional career as an immigration attorney. An immigrant herself and a human rights advocate at heart (read more on Himani’s work in Mexico and Iraq), she appreciates the opportunities, dreams, and freedom immigrating to the US brings to fellow immigrants. She is equally mindful that the road to empowerment is full of hurdles. This is where Himani Bhardwaj strives in providing honest, practical, and thorough advise to her clients.
Born in Punjab, India, Himani has been an immigrant in Argentina, Thailand, and USA. This experience has led to her love for multiculturalism, diversity, and the desire to work with immigrants from around the world. She loves meeting fellow immigrants because each story is unique and inspiring, motivating her to dedicate 110% of her efforts to helping clients achieve their goals and dreams.
In her free time, Himani enjoys traveling with her husband (also a first generation immigrant), trying different ethnic, and watching International House Hunters on HGTV.
Education
| DePaul University College of Law, J.D. Certificate in International & Comparative Law |
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| Beijing Foreign Studies University International Trade, Beijing, China study abroad |
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| University of Chicago, B.A. International Studies cum laude |
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| American Institute of Indian Studies South Asian Civilization, Pune, India study abroad |
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Languages
| Spanish (Full professional proficiency) | Español |
| Hindi (Native proficiency) | मुखपृष्ठ |
| Punjabi (Native proficiency) | ਮੁੱਖ_ਸਫ਼ਾ |
| Urdu (Bilingual proficiency) | صفحہ_اول |
Countries Lived
| Argentina |
| India |
| Iraq |
| Mexico |
| Thailand |
Professional membership
| American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA) Iowa & New York Chapter Member |
| University of Chicago Alum Association Chicago Chapter |
| International School Bangkok Association |
Work Experience
| Immigration Attorney, HBM Law Offices, LLC |
| In-Country Director U.S. Dep’t of State Supporting Democracy in Iraq Grant International Human Rights Law Institute Sulaymaniya, Iraq |
| Jeanne M. & Joseph P. Sullivan International Human Rights Fellow Chicago, IL |
| Human Rights Intern El Centro de Derechos Humanos y Asesoría a Pueblos Indígenas Oaxaca/Tlaxiaco, Mexico |
Publications
| S. Bill 744: Benefits & Limitations for Foreign National Entrepreneurs (Vol. 51, No. 2) for Illinois State Bar Association International and Immigration Law Newsletter “The Globe” (2013) |
Pro Bono
| Chicago Volunteer Legal Services (CVLS) 2012 – 2013, Pro-bono cases |
| Indo-American Center, Chicago 2012 – 2013, Pro-bono cases |
| Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) 2012 – 2013, Naturalization workshops |
Awards & Recognition
| Jeanne M. & Joseph P. Sullivan International Human Rights Fellowship 2009 – 2010, Chicago, IL |
| Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot Court Competition 2010, Hong Kong, China |
