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Sweta Khandelwal is a highly experienced immigration lawyer in San Jose, CA, with over 10 years of experience representing clients from diverse backgrounds. Sweta Khandelwal is a seasoned lawyer with more than a decade of experience in the field of immigration law. She has successfully represented clients from various nationalities and has been recognized as one of the Top 40 under 40 immigration attorneys in California by the American Society of Legal Advocates. As an immigrant herself, Sweta has firsthand experience navigating the complex US immigration system. She came to the US on a dependent visa, transitioned to a student visa, interned under the Optional Practical Training Program, worked on an H-1B visa, and eventually obtained her Permanent Residency while being self-employed. This unique journey has given her a deep understanding of the challenges faced by immigrants and allows her to provide personalized and effective legal representation to her clients. Sweta holds a Masters in Law from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a JD from the Faculty of Law in India. Her academic achievements have been recognized at various international forums for her exceptional analytical and oratory skills. She is licensed by the State Bar of California and is also a Chartered Accountant, which gives her a comprehensive understanding of the immigration needs of her business clients in the context of their corporate goals. In addition to her legal practice, Sweta is actively involved in various immigration issues and immigrant communities. She has held leadership positions in organizations such as the American Immigration Lawyers Association and has served as a pro-bono/volunteer attorney for legal-aid clinics. Sweta has also spoken at numerous conferences and forums in India and the United States on immigration and business-related topics. At the Law Office of Sweta Khandelwal, the focus of the immigration practice is to provide expert legal guidance and representation to individuals and businesses navigating the complexities of the US immigration system.

Videos
Legal Issues

Certificates

Chartered Accountant
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Languages
  • Hindi: Spoken, Written
Accepted Jurisdictions
California Jurdictions
California
Since 2009
Experience
  • Principal Lawyer
    The Law Office of Sweta Khandelwal
    2011
  • Associate Lawyer
    The Chugh Firm
    2006
Education
UCLA School of Law Education School Logo
UCLA School of Law
LL.M. (2006)
Graduation year: 2005
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Faculty of Law, Delhi University Education School Logo
Faculty of Law, Delhi University
LL.B. (2003)
Graduation year: 2000
Associations
American Immigration Lawyers Association (National) Professional Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association (National)
has membership, Business Immigration Committee
2014 - Current
American Immigration Lawyers Association (National) Professional Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association (National)
has membership, Law Student Committee
2014 - Current
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter Professional Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter
Media Liaison
2014 - Current
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter Professional Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter
Chair
2013 - 2014
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter Professional Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter
Co-Liaison, Advocacy & Media
2013 - 2014
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter Professional Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter
Chair-Elect-Santa Clara Valley Chapter
2012 - 2013
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter Professional Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association Santa Clara Valley Chapter
Liaison, San Jose Customs and Border Protection unit of DHS
2011 - 2012
Silicon Valley Indian Professionals Association Professional Association
Silicon Valley Indian Professionals Association
Director, Creative Content
2010 - 2011
Costs
  • Payment With Credit Card
Location
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