"We have enjoyed working with Shivani at the Belgian-American Chamber of Commerce. Her kind demeanor and solution oriented approach make it easy to discuss difficult topics and determine a plan of action. We have also referred her to numerous members within our network who have similarly enjoyed working with her. Highly recommend Shivani for your business and immigration legal needs!"

“As a Canadian living in the United States for the last ten years, I have gone through several different Visas and worked with many immigration lawyers. The Visa application process can be intimidating and it makes all the difference in the world to work with someone as thoughtful, kind, professional and talented as Shivani. After speaking with several lawyers, I decided to work with Shivani because she brought a tremendous amount of comfort, confidence and clarity to the process. From consultation through final approval, Shivani was an absolute joy to work with and I always felt very taken care of. I couldn't recommend Shivani and her team enough.”

“I met Shivani at my NYFW show. One of my models just received her green card through Shivani's firm, and she invited her as a guest to the show. As soon as I met her, I knew I wanted to work with her. She's the complete opposite of a stuffy NY lawyer, and she helped me get my O1 so I could continue my dream of working as a fashion designer in NY. With a business as creative and personal as your own fashion label, it was so important to me to work with someone who cared about the story behind my work and shared my values. since then, my co-founder Jacintha and I decided to continue working with her for all our business needs, like trademarks and contract negotiations, because we've always felt understood and very taken care of working with Shivani.”

“Shivani Honwad provided me with excellent legal service. After having experienced difficulties with a previous attorney, Shivani’s level of expertise and professionalism surpassed even my greatest expectations. She answered all my questions and was always quick to  respond. Shivani is genuinely committed to her clients, and I would highly recommend using her legal services.”

“Shivani was great through the citizenship process and was proactive in getting me any documents I needed especially during travel.”

"Shivani has been a tremendous asset to our business. She is extremely efficient, knowledgeable and thorough, offering pragmatic advice while looking out for our best interests.”

“Shivani Law has done an excellent job on all our visa related issues and  applications. We have completed several H1B and STEM OPT visas with them and all have went smoothly. I highly recommend them. They are a huge time save!”

“Shivani is a PRO who knows exactly how to navigate the complicated immigration laws. She has been invaluable in helping me sort through my foreign partners and employees. She’s able to ask the right questions to get the information she needs to then provide a specific roadmap to solutions efficiently and effectively. I cannot imagine trying to navigate this without her guidance and support.”

“Shivani was such a welcoming relief when I needed guidance on how to move forward with procuring a work visa in the States. My case was a bit unique, and she spent the time to go through the details and problem solve, which made me feel much more confident. Everything worked out great and I would happily recommend her!”

“Shivani is extremely capable and always ready to come back on a timely fashion with professional and on point recommendations. She is very well versed in immigration law and explored many different alternatives for my specific situation. I am happy to have her as a trusted advisor.”

"Shivani really came through for me in a pinch. I needed some last minute review of documents when applying for a visa for my fiance and she made time the same day and gave me excellent advice. She's a pro who knows her stuff and is a pleasure to work with."

“Shivani is an extremely knowledgeable and thorough attorney. I chose to work with her on my Green Card application because of her experience with fashion models, artists and celebrities in this area. Throughout the process, she delivered above and beyond her duties, and always answered any questions I had by email or over the phone very quickly.

I have since sought her legal advice for a new business I was starting, which has proved to be invaluable.

Shivani is both professional and personable, I could not be happier with my experience. I highly recommend.”

“In 2015, Shivani helped me expedite a b1 Visa case with the U.S. consulate. Resolving Visa issues can be a tedious and difficult task but with Shivani’s help I felt I was represented in the best possible way. Shivani is clear and proactive in her communication and it always seems like she is one step ahead. As a new business owner, I will not hesitate to use Shivani if and when I decide to expand to the U.S. I Can highly recommend The Law Firm of Shivani Honwad LLC.”

“When a friend’s son needed an immigration document to secure a new government job, I contacted Shivani for help. It was a time sensitive matter and Shivani handled it in a very professional and timely manner. Today my friend’s son is happily employed.”

“When faced with a RFE, Shivani worked diligently to ensure that we had all of the requested documentation in a carefully articulated and well-organized manner so that our employee’s petition was ultimately approved.”

“Shivani has made my Green Card application a seamless experience, keeping me informed throughout the process. It has been relatively stress-free considering how much work there is to do, and I think that is a testament to Shivani's approach.”

"Shivani provides timely, thorough, and honest responses to questions and has been a pleasure to work with. Combined with her professionalism, her positive (and realistic) attitude has helped relieve stress during the long and arduous process of applying for the green card!"

“The process for acquiring visas for international talent is complex and often opaque.  Shivani did a great job simplifying and demystifying the process, holding our hands the entire way and ultimately leading us to a successful hire of a high-impact candidate from Europe.”

“Shivani is a great attorney with the passion for her work and clients. She is thorough, patient and very honest. I highly recommend her.”

“Working with Shivani while I was in the process of getting my O-1 Visa was one of the easiest, most painless experiences I have ever had. As an actor, this wasn’t my field of expertise. I was unsure about a lot of the process that were involved and I heard it could be quite daunting. Not only did Shivani lay everything out in a clear and insightful manner from day one but she also responded to any questions I had quickly and knowledgeably. For matters like this, I think it behoves someone to be thorough and meticulous so that when you file so there are no unforeseen hiccups; that is exactly what Shivani provides. Thank you for helping with my 0-1 Visa Shivani, I was lucky to find you!”

“I have been looking for a lawyer like Shivani for a long time. As an entrepreneur, having an amazing lawyer is an essential part of your team. I am SO grateful I found her when I did and that she can help me grow my business in a way that has me totally protected! “

“It was a true pleasure working with Shivani. She was thorough, friendly and extremely helpful and made me feel like she truly understood but mostly CARED about what I needed. I would hire her again in a heartbeat. Her understanding of the entertainment industry, and her ability to stay ahead of the curve with regards to what may get thrown at you in various unpredictable situations, is also extremely helpful.”

"Shivani is one of the shining Young stars in the practice of law I've met in the United States. She is sharp, works timeously and has quick turn around times. I recommend her to anyone looking for professional law services"

“I’m so grateful I found Shivani. She has a way of breaking down frustrating and complicated processes and making them easy, and dare I say it, fun. I’ve had some questions about trademarking that so far so one else has been able to answer, and she got back to me with an answer within hours. I usually dread talking to lawyers, but Shivani feels more like a friend with a law degree. My husband and I have already decided to use her for all of our legal needs and I’ve been recommending her to everyone I know.”

“I was in need of some last-minute legal services. Shivani was extremely responsive and thorough in her communication and review. It was such a seamless experience to work with her. She went above and beyond to achieve the desired outcome and cannot recommend her more highly.”

“Shivani has been incredible to work with and was able to turn around a couple of contracts for us super quickly. Thank you Shivani!! (Also, everyone hire Shivani!!)”

“Shivani is professional, diligent and has a heart of gold (a rare quality for a lawyer haha!). I would trust her to represent me again in a heartbeat.”

“I’ve been told I’m not always the easiest person to deal with, but Shivani made everything seem easy. She was able to get me what I wanted, when I wanted, without me having to worry about a thing. She is the perfect boss lady lawyer to get things done.”

“As this was my first project with Shivani, she acted as a mentor to me. Her experience and expertise guided me to the successful completion of a very difficult task, developing my business plan. I depended on her for coaching in regards to strategy and creating a vision for my business. Shivani works with the highest level of honesty and integrity and the quality of her work exceeded my expectations.”

“Shivani helped me draft my business plan.  She clearly articulated my business model in a way that made it appealing to outside investors.  She has an intimate understanding of the startup world, which helped me greatly. I highly recommend The Law Firm of Shivani Honwad LLC for all your startup needs!”

“I started working with Shivani after I heard raving reviews from other entrepreneurs.  I have worked with several lawyers while building my business, but the service Shivani provides to her clients outperforms anyone else I have ever worked with. Her attention to detail, responsiveness, and amazing personality are hard to come by!”

“Shivani  did such a terrific job in drafting an agreement for me, that there was no need for any changes. It was a pleasure to work with her. I appreciated her professionalism, timeliness, and great disposition”

"From the moment I first met Shivani my life changed. Not only is she immensely compassionate and kind, she is also filled with such knowledge and drive that even the most difficult, impossible legal feats are attainable. Her genuine desire to help others along with her welcoming, approachable demeanor makes her not only the best lawyer I know but a wonderful human being to be around."

"In the chaotic world of tech startups, Shivani was our source of calm. I noticed right away that Shivani shares a kindred, entrepreneurial spirit. She was passionate about our projects, and this was really reflected in the speed and thoroughness of her legal advice."

"I value Shivani's guidance and expertise in all my business decisions. As a young entrepreneur, I feel at ease knowing that my contracts are being reviewed thoroughly and with care."

“Shivani is the coolest lawyer in town. Shivani is working with us and we love her.”

"Shivani helped me create a liability waiver for the fitness side of my business. It's so important to be protected! Shivani's attention to detail + thorough questions has set me up for success. Shivani is patient, super knowledgeable + spends the time understanding the full picture of what you're trying to accomplish. My worries are at ease knowing I have a strong waiver for my rockstar students to sign off on so they can get stronger in both body + mind."

“Shivani is a pleasure to work with. She is kind and sincere and truly cares about her clients. I fully endorse her.”

“As a non-US student, I was having some issues with the university when the Belgian Chamber of Commerce referred me to Shivani Honwad, Esq. Not only did she provide excellent legal advice but she did so thoroughly and with much  personal consideration. Needless to say, the matter was resolved in my favor. I would recommend her in a heartbeat."

“Shivani is one of the smartest and well-knowledged lawyers I have worked with. She makes legal processes extremely seamless and easy to understand for her large variety of clients. Aside from being passionate about the field, she is well informed on the ins and outs of all factors involved in startups and established company legalities, and customizes her solutions to all her client's needs. She is also on top of industry trends - both for the legal world and for her client areas in fashion, tech and lifestyle - which helps making all conversations relevant and current. She has terrific interpersonal skills and always relays solid advice with clearly outlined outcomes and consequences. Overall, she is a true pleasure to work with, and I would highly recommend her to any company, big or small, to take care of their legal needs.”

“I most highly recommend Shivani Honwad as a lawyer. But more so I also recommend her as an advisor  in strategic career advancement for young artists and designers to become established in the Manhattan fashion business and show milieu. She is most most  generous in advising in legal matters that specifically pertain to the client in confluence as to the wealth of information that she shares that quell from her vast network of contacts and experiences. She is sharp to motivate and inform the client of their potential next step and goals informing them of the accompanying legal steps to make this growth in their careers and legalization. She was so knowledgeable about the steps a former student of mine would need to get ready for the next fashion week. I would highly recommend her to any young FIT graduates and professionals already in the fashion industry as she is so quick to network and supply industry names she has personally set up a relationship with.”

“Shivani is exactly the type of attorney a startup company needs. Helping us with our legal needs is just the start. Shivani is a powerful connector that is always finding ways to help our business grow by connecting us with the right people from her vast network of industry leaders.”

"I've worked with many many different lawyers, and for that reason, couldn't recommend Shivani more highly. She is straightforward, and cares so much, so sincerely, about the people she works with. You can't help but be ecstatic to discuss legal matters! I love her ability to focus on what's most important, and break it down in a way that is easy to understand, AND fun to process. Different from other lawyers, she moves very fast...while you feel others are most concerned with maximizing the hours you can bill. If you care about results, getting the job done, maximizing your ROI on legal investments, you couldn't make a better decision, than working with Shivani.”

“Shivani was a god send. Meticulous and persistent with grace.”

“We used Shivani to produce our new employee documentation for our first US hires. As a newly established US subsidiary of a UK parent company we were unfamiliar with US employment laws. Shivani produced the documentation quickly and assisted with a number of queries around the remuneration structure. I would recommend her services to other small business owners.”

“Hiring Shivani was the best decision I made.”

“The Law Firm of Shivani Honwad is exceptional! All needs were executed and truly exceeded expectations. Highly satisfied, elated and proud to have my Trademarks registered thanks to Shivani. The Best!”

“Shivani came highly recommended to us and has been a dream to work with. She explains everything very clearly.”