Punjabi-Speaking Attorneys

Rajan Joshi

Orlando, FL

Rajan Joshi is a high-profile attorney and founding partner of Joshi Law Firm, PA, specializing in Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. He has been featured on national news outlets like CNN, Dr. Phil, Fox, and The Today Show. He received his J.D. with Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 2000 and his B.A. from the University of Central Florida in 1996. He began his career as an Assistant State Attorney and later became a partner at NeJame Law before founding his own firm in 2015. He has received numerous awards including the IACC 2024 Male Entrepreneur of the Year Award, National Trial Lawyers Association's Top 100 Trial Lawyers (2014), and American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys' Top Ten Attorneys in Florida (2016).

Sean S. Modjarrad

Richardson, TX

Sean Modjarrad is the Managing Shareholder and founder of MAS Law. He has a diverse litigation history of more than 675 cases in Texas courts and more than 100 cases in federal courts. He has dedicated his life to fighting for justice and providing a voice for the voiceless. Sean has been an integral part of many high-profile cases through his career. For example, he played a significant role in the 2006 Good vs. The City of Irving and Detective Curtis suit in which a new law was enacted by the Fifth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals from Mr. Good being wrongfully accused of burglary of habitation with intent to commit theft, rape, and sexual abuse. He is admitted to practice in the State of Texas, Federal Court for the Northern District of Texas, Federal Court for the Eastern District of Texas, Federal Court for Western District of Texas, and Federal Court for Fifth Circuit. Sean earned his Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. Prior to that, he received his Master of Accountancy and MBA from Brock School of Business at Samford University and his B.S. in Accounting from the University of North Texas. Sean’s legal work has won him several prestigious awards and distinctions. He has been selected to Super Lawyers (2014-2025), effectively ranking him in the top 5 percent of lawyers in Texas. In 2014, 2015, and 2016, Sean was named one of D Magazine’s “Best Lawyers in Dallas.” He has also been recognized as Premier 100 by the American Academy of Trial Attorneys, Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, and America’s Top 100 Attorneys, Lifetime Achievement. Sean has blended his love for the community with his entrepreneurial acumen by investing in many small businesses around the Dallas area. He is fueled by his belief that a community and its people are strongest when they work together. Sean’s passion and commitment to the city of Dallas inspired him to utilize his standing to create a better future for Dallas’ small businesses. He served 2 years as an advisory board member for small business in Dallas County. Also, he was a founding member for the Iranian American Chamber of Commerce in Dallas, a group dedicated to serving as a business resource and advocacy arm for Iranian American business professionals and surrounding communities. He was also one of the founding members and a former president of the Iranian American Bar Association. Sean’s love for his community does not just extend to small businesses. Over his career, he has enacted a multitude of initiatives that spotlight important members of the community. His most recent, the MASter Teacher Award, recognizes one exceptional educator each month and awards them with $1000 to aid in their educational career. In addition to practicing law, Sean sits on the advisory board at his law school, Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, and serves as a board member for UNT College of Law, Visitor’s Board. Moreover, for the past 10 years, he has been an adjunct professor at the University of Texas at Dallas, teaching Race and Law and 1983 Civil Rights. Sean has been featured in numerous magazine articles and publications that have highlighted both his impressive legal career as well as his community involvement, including Attorney at Law, Newsweek, D Magazine, and Texas Monthly.

Pamela Tahim Thakur

Fullerton, CA

PAMELA TAHIM THAKUR is the Founder and Managing Attorney of Thakur Law Firm, APC. With more than fifteen years of experience, Pamela maintains a diverse practice that includes complex litigation in the areas of employment, business law, family law and real estate, as well as transactional services in tax and estate planning and health care law. She has been selected as a Super Lawyers® "Rising Star" every year since 2016 and a Super Lawyer for litigation in both 2020 and 2021. She is also a top-rated 10.0 lawyer on Avvo, and is a certified Lawyer of Distinction. Pamela regularly represents business clients and medical practices in litigation matters and provides advice, counseling, and educational training to organizations of all sizes, assisting with compliance and providing measures to avoid litigation. Thakur Law Firm is the preferred law firm for the physicians and medical practices of Riverside County Medical Association and San Bernardino Medical Society. Pamela frequently provides lectures to the physicians with both of these groups on best practices. She also currently serves as outside general counsel for the Community Action Partnership of Orange County, a charitable nonprofit. Pamela has extensive experience as a litigator and trial attorney in both jury and court cases in state and federal court. In 2019, she served as class counsel in a major wage and hour class action settlement, representing more than a thousand private school teachers and classroom aids, prevailing on summary judgment against an employer in a high-stakes employment discrimination matter. Pamela has also been featured in national news coverage of cases in which she represented injured former UCLA football team players against both the school and the NCAA in matters related to concussions and other catastrophic injuries along with high profile celebrity cases involving business disputes. Before starting her own law firm, Pamela worked as a senior associate at well-known Southern California based law firm for over nine years, where she was co-chair of the firm's healthcare practice and where she second-chaired the firm's largest jury trial victory of over $13 million in a misappropriation of trade secrets case. Pamela is an excellent negotiator and has settled numerous matters before litigation and at all stages through appeal. She was also legal counsel in the first-ever binding federal jury trial arbitration in California. Pamela graduated with a J.D. and LLM in Taxation from the University of San Diego, School of Law in 2005 and received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Minor in Spanish at UCLA. She is multi-lingual in Spanish, Hindi and Punjabi. Pamela is active in social and charitable causes outside of her law practice. She was appointed to the Federal Hass Avocado Commission from 2016-2017 and appointed to the City of Fullerton's Citizen Infrastructure Review Committee from 2017-2019. She has served as Treasurer of Women's Transitional Living Center. She formerly served as President and Vice-President of the South Asian Bar Association of Southern California, Public Interest Foundation. Pamela is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association, South Asian Bar Association of Southern California, and the Fullerton Chamber of Commerce. She is the former Chair of the Orange County Bar Association's Health Care Section. Pamela is admitted to practice before all California state courts, the United States District Court for the Central District of California and the U.S. Tax Court.

Mohammad Y. Said

Richardson, TX

Mohammad Said is a shareholder of MAS Law and has been with the firm since 2006. He is admitted to practice in the State of Texas and in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas and the Eastern District of Texas. Additionally, Mr. Said has appeared in other states through Pro Hac Vice, in which out-of-state attorneys are granted permission to participate in a particular case. Mr. Said practices primarily in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, premises liability, and medical and dental malpractice. He has appeared as lead counsel on hundreds of cases and litigated them to fruition in all respective fields. Mr. Said is a veteran trial attorney with a stellar track record. Fueled by years of experience, his tenacity and passion in the courtroom is unmatched. His commitment to winning for his clients has proven to be an invaluable asset. Whether resolving disputes outside of the court system via the Alternative Dispute Process (ADR) or in the courtroom, Mr. Said’s commitment to seeking justice for his clients continues to drive him to be the best that he can be. Early in his career, Mr. Said represented several multi-million-dollar corporations to legally protect their business interests. He has led dozens of mergers and acquisitions, some of which involved purchase amounts in the millions of dollars. As the years went by, Mr. Said shifted his focus to representing clients who have been wronged and left with no other recourse but the court system. Being a huge advocate of our court system and a defender of the 7th Amendment (the right to a jury trial), Mr. Said has often said, “Juries and our courts are the most important and most essential out of all our branches of government.” Mr. Said earned his Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University, now known as Texas A&M College of Law. Prior to that, Mr. Said attended the University of Texas at Dallas, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts. In his free time, Mr. Said enjoys spending time with his family, going to the racetrack, golfing, and fishing. He has been happily married since 2001 and is the proud father of three daughters and one son.

Preet Kode

Bellevue, WA

Preet Kode is the founder and attorney at Kode Law Firm, a skilled personal injury lawyer with over a decade of legal experience. She passed the Washington State Bar Exam in 2012 and founded Kode Law in May 2018. She holds a Doctor of Law from Widener University School of Law, a Master of Public Health from Thomas Jefferson University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Washington. Preet has received multiple honors including Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2021-2023) and Avvo Clients’ Choice Award (2014). She is fluent in English and Spanish, and was born in Punjab, India.

Deepak Ahluwalia

Fresno, CA

A native of Brampton, Ontario, Deepak Ahluwalia was recently awarded Top 40 under 40 lawyers by the American Bar Association. His expertise in his field has led him to be interviewed by leading media outlets such as: The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Vice News, BBC, and CNN. Getting to this point wasn’t easy. Deepak’s father passed away when he was just sixteen years old. To help support his family, he worked two jobs for an average of 60-80 hours a week. Deepak’s story is important to gain perspective of what he stands for, and his perseverance to overcome any obstacles in his way. Prior to attending law school, Deepak served as an insurance broker for over four years. The experience taught him the value of attentive client service, and he also learned how to navigate often-confounding bureaucratic processes. Deepak worked as a law clerk for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Office of Regional Counsel in San Antonio during his studies. He drafted memorandums related to discovery, case law, depositions and medical history. With a focus on medical malpractice, he Interviewed claimants who are pursuing tort claims and completed investigation reports with recommendations on whether to accept or deny the claims. This work built out his early experience with injury law and those seeking reprieve from immigration law. After graduating from law school, Deepak worked for one of the top U.S. immigration law firms in Toronto, Ontario, advising clients on employment-based U.S. immigration matters, such as: E, L, H, O, P, and TN visas. Afterward, he accepted a position at a mid-sized Texas immigration law firm, where he oversaw the removal and deportation department, managing the practice area in three offices located across South Texas. Deepak is fluent in Punjabi and Hindi. In 2016, Deepak opened his own law firm and thousands of clients have been able to find success in their legal matters, thanks to his representation.

Sagar Chadha

New York, NY

Sagar Chadha is a Senior Partner and Chair of the Labor Law (Construction Accidents) Department at Liakas Law, P.C. Sagar earned his stripes as an Assistant District Attorney in Queens County, NY from 2010-2015, prosecuting hundreds of major felony cases including but not limited to kidnapping, burglary, attempted murder, robbery, assault, grand larceny, and identity theft. He has also represented victims of asbestos exposure, successfully achieving results against large multinational companies. It was there that he began to build the reputation he holds today as a passionate, no-nonsense attorney with fourteen years of experience who devotes himself completely to his clients and his casework. Sagar joined Liakas Law in 2024. Today, he exclusively concentrates his legal on New York construction accidents and their accompanying workers’ compensation matters. A Queens native, Sagar has a deep respect for the hard work and resilience of the men and women of New York. He understands the pain and frustration caused when work or enjoyment of life is taken away from someone due to injury. If asked to summarize his career in one sentence: Proud to serve the injured and aggrieved throughout New York City. Sagar is fluent in four languages and takes pride in assisting clients who speak Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi at depositions to ensure their testimony is preserved accurately. Outside of his legal practice, he is a founder and former General Secretary of the South Asian and Indo-Caribbean Bar Association of Queens (SAICBA-Q). He now serves on SAICBA-Q’s advisory board. He is also a member of New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA), New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers (NYSATL), American Association of Justice (AAJ), and the Queens County Bar Association(QCBA). He is admitted to practice in New York, and in the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York federal courts.

Nivea A. Ohri

Lexington Park, MD

Nivea Ohri is a Partner at Baldwin, Briscoe, Steinmetz & Ohri, P.C., leading the criminal law practice and handling civil matters including personal injury and domestic cases. She graduated from American University’s School of International Service (International Relations, Arabic minor) and American University’s Washington College of Law (JD). She is fluent in Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu.

Komal Stiver

Albuquerque, NM

Komal lives in Albuquerque and practices in both the state and federal courts of New Mexico. She has successfully fought for compensation for her clients in car accidents, trucking accidents, dog bites, medical malpractice, wrongful death, slip and fall, premises liability cases, insurance bad faith and UM/UIM claims. Komal Stiver obtained her law degree from the University of New Mexico School of Law, graduating Cum Laude and receiving Tort Scholar and Clinical Honors Awards. She also has a master's degree in Organic Chemistry graduating in the top 1% of her class. Prior to founding Stiver Law, she worked with one of New Mexico's most renowned medical malpractice attorneys on numerous trials and appeals. When not working, Komal likes spending time with her five year old son and her husband, Nick Stiver. She loves cooking for her family and friends and going on hikes when time allows.

Mehdi Vaghefi

Richardson, TX

Mehdi Vaghefi is an associate attorney at MAS Law, practicing Personal Injury. He is a licensed member of the State Bar of Texas and Iranian Bar Association (Fars Province). Mehdi’s hard work and dedication in G.M. V. Cedar Point Apartments LP, et al. led to one of the top 100 settlements in Texas in 2024, earning him a membership in the Best of The Bar. This highly esteemed and prestigious membership is a testament to Mehdi’s unwavering commitment to his clients and his exceptional work ethic. In addition to his membership in the Best of The Bar, Mehdi is also a member of America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys in 2025. This invitation is presented to less than 0.5% of the United States’ personal injury attorneys. This great achievement, once again, exemplifies Mehdi’s knowledge in personal injury law and dedication to providing excellent legal services. Prior to his arrival at MAS Law, Mehdi attended the University of Isfahan in Iran, where, in 2010, he earned his Bachelor of Law, L.L.B. Afterwards, Mehdi went on to receive his Master of Law, L.L.M. from Shiraz University in 2013, specializing in Public Law. After emigrating to the United States, Mehdi continued to pursue his passion for law and attended Southern Methodist University (SMU) Dedman School of Law and received an additional Master of Law, L.L.M. in 2021, this time specializing in International and Comparative Law. Mehdi’s dedication to learning every facet of the legal system has proven to be an invaluable asset to his clients. For many, the legal system is difficult to navigate, and Mehdi’s ability to guide his clients through the entire process has provided them with the justice they deserved. When Mehdi isn’t fighting for the rights of his clients, he enjoys playing the Persian traditional drums, socializing, and trying new drinks and foods with friends.

Khalil Khan

Seattle, WA

Khalil Khan is a passionate, knowledgeable personal injury lawyer with extensive experience advocating for the rights of victims. He founded the Khan Law Firm with a commitment to providing personalized and results-driven legal advocacy. His primary focus is on helping people and families get justice, full compensation, and closure after a serious accident. He has represented victims and their families in the Seattle area for more than 17 years.

Nupur S. Bal

Richmond, VA

Nupur S. Bal, Vice President and Managing Partner at Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC, concentrates her practice exclusively in family law and divorce including child and spousal support, asset distribution and premarital and postnuptial agreements. She is licensed to practice in the District of Columbia, Tennessee, the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States Supreme Court. As an experienced litigator, she has handled hundreds of complex trials, settlement conferences and mediations. Ms. Bal places a great deal of value on maintaining the dignity and privacy of her clients, while working closely with them to meet their goals. She possesses a dedication to her clients that lends itself to successful representation, whether that means courtroom advocacy or zealous representation in mediation. Ms. Bal is the current Chair of the Board of Governors for the Virginia Bar Association and a past chair of the organization’s Young Lawyers Division, as well as the recipient of the VBA’s Sandra P. Thompson award for long time service and Mentor of the Year award. She has been named to Virginia Business magazine’s Legal Elite for several years and is recognized as a Virginia 'Super Lawyer' by Richmond Magazine. She is also AV rated, Martindale-Hubbell’s highest ranking for legal ability and ethical standards. In 2015 and again in 2025, Ms. Bal was recognized as one of the 'Influential Women of the Year' by Virginia Lawyers Weekly and has also been a recipient of the Richmond Times Dispatch Readers’ Choice Award. She also received the distinction of being named in the Top 40 under Forty by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts. In 2017, she received the distinct honor of being named one of Style Weekly’s Top 40 under 40 and was inducted into the University of Richmond’s Omicron Delta Kappa leadership society. In 2018, Ms. Bal was named as one of Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s Leaders in the Law. Every year since 2020, Ms. Bal has been named as one of the 'Best Lawyers in America'. Additionally, Ms. Bal recently received Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s 'Go To Lawyer' for Family Law distinction. Ms. Bal serves her community through civic involvement in several organizations. She is a Past President for the Junior Board of the Children’s Hospital Foundation, a past board member of the Metro Richmond Women’s Bar Association (and continuing legal education chair for the organization), a member of the parent admissions committee at Collegiate School and a past chair of the Food & Beverage committee for the Country Club of Virginia. She has also served as a Board Member for SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now), a local nonprofit, and also on the Center for Teaching the Rule of Law Advisory Council. At the request of the Supreme Court of Virginia, she sat on the Virginia Access to Justice Commission Pro Bono Coordinating Consortium. She also served on the Board of Directors for the YWCA of Richmond, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to eliminate racism and empower women. She has been granted many speaking engagements including serving as a panelist for several forums at the University of Richmond School of Law and at Virginia Bar Association meetings on emerging issues in relocation cases and international service of process under the Hague service convention. Ms. Bal received her bachelor’s degree from Emory University and her Juris Doctor degree from the Tulane University School of Law. She lives in Manakin Sabot with her husband, a gastroenterologist in the area, and their son.

Jason Robert Carnell

Peachtree Corners, GA

Jason Carnell opened The Carnell Law Firm after four years in practice. His work spans criminal and civil defense cases, personal injury, and workers' compensation. His military and industry experience outside of law developed his commitment to excellent customer service.

Maen Elaiwat

Richardson, TX

Maen Elaiwat is an associate attorney at MAS Law and a licensed member of the Texas Bar Association. His passion for law is reflected in his wide range of specialties, including business disputes, contract formations, commercial litigation, and personal injury. A graduate of Baylor University School of Law, Maen realized the powerful impact a dedicated attorney can have on a person’s life when he sought legal counsel at a young age, and from that moment on, Maen’s path was determined: he would become a lawyer and use his career as a positive outlet to direct his desire to help others. While earning his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the University of Texas at Dallas, Maen attended the course Civil Rights Law and Society. Quickly, Maen realized that the professor of the class, Mr. Sean Modjarrad, was the very same attorney that helped him years ago and instilled in him the desire and passion to become a lawyer. The serendipity of it all was not lost on Maen. After completing the course, he began interning at Mr. Modjarrad’s law firm, MAS Law, where Maen’s tenacity and commitment to the legal profession were apparent. His exceptionalism was instantly recognized, and he became a paralegal, assisting attorneys and gaining valuable insight into what it takes to ensure clients see the justice they deserve. Seven years and a Juris Doctorate later, Maen is an indispensable part of the MAS Law team. His wide breadth of knowledge paired with his determination continues to leave an enduring mark on the lives of everyone he represents. “When our clients come to us with an issue ... it becomes a problem that needs to be solved, and the great thing about the legal profession is finding the right way to solve the problem; that’s what I thrive in.” When Maen isn’t at the office diligently fighting for his clients, he enjoys drawing, sand volleyball, soccer, and boxing.

Nazeh R. Abusaad

Richardson, TX

Nazeh Abusaad is a shareholder of MAS Law and is admitted to practice in the State of Texas. Mr. Abusaad earned his Juris Doctor from the Dedman School of Law at Southern Methodist University. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University. In his free time, Nazeh enjoys a nice afternoon on the golf course, and he has three sons.

Robert Vengrow

Richardson, TX

Robert Vengrow is an associate attorney at MAS Law, where he specializes in Personal Injury Litigation. Robert has been a licensed member of the Texas Bar Association since 2010. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Texas, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. After graduating from Plano Senior High School, Robert earned his Bachelor of Arts in Crime and Justice Studies from the University of Texas at Nationwide in 2006. He then relocated to Delaware and earned his Juris Doctor from Widener School of Law in 2009. Realizing Texas was his home, Robert moved back. Robert is also a member of the Best of The Bar, and this invite-only membership is limited to the top 1% of all licensed attorneys. His relentless commitment to justice led to one of the top 100 trial verdicts in Texas in 2024, earning him this prestigious recognition. This remarkable achievement is a testament to Robert’s unwavering dedication to his cases and clients. Robert’s passion for justice is at the heart of everything he does. He consistently delivers results while ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and appreciated. Robert’s dedication to excellence and a genuine desire to help others set him apart as a trusted and highly effective advocate.

Kulwant S Boora

Temperance, MI

Kulwant S. Boora, Esq., is the Principal and Founder of The Boora Law Group. Attorney Boora is also admitted to the practice of law in the United Kingdom. Prior to becoming an attorney, he spent several years as a legal professional working alongside experienced attorneys (which also included a former Chief Federal Judge) working on various State and Federal cases ranging from minor to complex legal cases. He has also worked for fortune 200 & 500 business corporations on national and international projects, and served as a Judicial Intern to a Federal United States District Court Bankruptcy Judge.

Sophia J. Arshad

Merrillville, IN

Sophia J. Arshad is the managing partner of Arshad, Pangere & Warring, LLP. Licensed to practice law in both Indiana and Illinois, she was admitted to the Indiana State Bar in 2003, the Illinois State Bar in 2004, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana in 2003. Her legal practice includes various civil law matters, estate planning, probate, guardianships, real estate, civil litigation, family law, appeals, and immigration matters. Computer literate and multilingual, she can communicate effectively with Punjabi-speaking clients. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Chicago in 1996 and a Juris Doctorate cum laude from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2003, along with a joint Master of Arts degree in Psychological Foundations.

Michael Cardoza

Walnut Creek, CA

Founding Attorney Michael Cardoza has personally handled thousands of cases and has taken more than 250 cases to jury trial. He has over 35 years of successful litigation experience, serving clients throughout California and abroad. Mr. Cardoza is a nationally known trial advocate and a respected legal commentator, with over 500 television appearances on programs like The Larry King Show, Oprah, and Today. He is a former District Attorney and prosecutor.

Sarbdeep Atwal

Sacramento, CA

Sarbdeep Atwal is an attorney specializing in Criminal Defense, DMV hearings, Social Security and Disability, and Real Estate Issues. He holds a Juris Doctorate from Trinity Law School and was admitted to the California Bar in June 2010. He is trained by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy and speaks fluent Punjabi and conversational Spanish. He has over 10 years of experience.

Jagdeep S. Sangha

Cincinnati, OH

Jagdeep S. Sangha is an attorney specializing in Criminal Defense, family law, divorce, and personal injury. He is bilingual, speaking English and Punjabi. He holds a J.D. from the University of Dayton Law School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Cincinnati. He is admitted to practice in Ohio and Kentucky.

Kiran Najeeb

Riverdale, MD

Kiran Najeeb is a Senior Associate at Rosenberg & Fayne, known for building strong client relationships and zealously advocating for their cases. She has experience in million-dollar settlements and complex negotiations. Kiran earned her J.D. from the University of Baltimore and her B.A. from the University of Maryland, College Park. She is a Super Lawyers Rising Star for 2020 and 2021 and is fluent in Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Inderraj Singh

Bakersfield, CA

Inderraj was born and raised in Punjab, India, and relocated to Los Angeles, California. He served in the United States Air Force, earning several awards. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in legal studies from American Military University and then studied law at Pepperdine University School of Law, where he also specialized in dispute resolution at Straus Institute of Dispute Resolution. He received the CALI award for Selected Issues in Dispute Resolution and Products Liability. Admitted to the California Bar in 2019. He also serves as General Counsel for the Guru Angad Darbar Khalsa School pro bono.

Saleem S. Rizvi, of counsel to Giordano Law Offices Personal Injury & Employment Lawyers, has been practicing law in New York since 1990. After receiving his Bachelor of Laws, and Master of Arts degrees in Political Science and History from the University of Punjab, Pakistan, Saleem Rizvi came to the United States to pursue advanced education in law. His admission to the prestigious Columbia Law School afforded him the opportunity to expand his academic horizon and sharpen his legal skills in the area of international law. Immediately after graduating with a master’s degree in international law. Saleem Rizvi enrolled further in Columbia Law School to conduct specific studies and research in the areas of corporate law, commercial law, real estate law, bankruptcy law, and immigration law. Since his admission as an Attorney at Law in New York in 1990, Mr. Rizvi has developed a diverse practice covering corporate law, commercial law, real estate law, bankruptcy law, and immigration law. Mr. Rizvi represents foreign corporations, government agencies, private and public business entities, professionals and individuals. In addition, Mr. Rizvi has successfully represented many overseas investors who have made substantial investments in the Unites States and consequently obtained their lawful immigration status. Mr. Rizvi is deeply involved in community affairs. He has organized, participated, and lectured at many seminars and conferences on legal matters for the general public. He frequently writes on legal issues for newspapers and professional periodicals. Mr. Rizvi has appeared on a highly popular TV program, shown on ITV. In his live monthly program, he answered a variety of questions posed by viewers on legal matters. Mr. Rizvi is admitted to practice law in New York State, the Federal courts of Eastern and Southern Districts, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. In recognition of his community services, the Honorable Ed Towns presented Mr. Rizvi with a Congressional award, and his services were highly appreciated and noted in the Congressional Record. Saleem Rizvi also offers his legal expertise to deserving charitable organizations and individuals free of charge. He is fluent in Urdu and Punjabi.