Dhenu Maru

Dhenu Maru

SwagatUSA, LLC • Chicago, IL
Immigration

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Contact

Email
Phone
(312) 584-6712
Address
2551 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, 60614, US

Professional

About

I first came to this country when I was 10 years old from India along with my family. At the time, I was far too young to know or appreciate the significance of the experience that I was facing. I knew only that I wanted to see snow. Quickly as I moved, I realized that there were so many things that were new and different about the United States. I started asking questions about our own traditions and learning more deeply about myself and my heritage through these questions. Like many young immigrants, I was also bullied by some classmates. These experiences made an impact and made me respect and honor the journey that immigrants face when they decide to move from a place and country that is familiar to a place and country that is entirely new. I decided to go to law school because to me, learning the law was very empowering. Through the legal system, we get the protections and the rights that are provided to each individual in the United States. However, until we learn it, it seems scary and difficult to comprehend. I wanted to understand the legal system to learn the rules of our country. After graduating from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, I realized that I needed to help empower other immigrants who are also faced with the enormous challenge and possibilities opened by moving to a new and unfamiliar country. To this day, it is this passion that drives me each and every day. Watching my clients succeed gives me strength. To this success, I am committed. I am also committed to creating the type of law firm that supports clients in achieving their immigration goals and looks beyond just an “application” or a “case” but in context of the individuals for whom the case is handled. One that makes immigrants feel accepted, honored, and empowered. With this in mind, I decided to name my law firm, SwagatUSA. “Swagat” means “welcome” in Sanskrit. Passionate about immigration law and assisting immigrants in achieving their goals. I believe that there are no simple immigration cases and every immigration case begins with a STRATEGY. See my video introduction: ?v=OZ-ms-1V3C0

About Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help individuals and families navigate the complex immigration system. They assist with visas, green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense. Common matters include visa applications, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense.

Credentials

Education
2007 Loyola University Chicago School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
Spanish | Hindi | Urdu | Gujarati

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2022 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers 2018 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2017 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2014 Best for Family Based Immigration Matters - Illinois, Acquisition International 2014 Global Mobility and Immigration Awards 2006 4th Place, National Mediation Competition
Publications
2012 ABA GPSolo Magazine The Five Essential Rainmaking Tips 2011 Illinois Bar Journal Immigration Law: The End of the Widow's Penalty 2009 GP Solo Magazine Guerilla Tactics for Getting the Legal Job of Your Dreams
Associations
2008 - Present American Immigration Lawyers Association 2007 - Present Indian American Bar Association of Chicago 2012 - 2013 Chicago Bar Association Executive Council 2007 - 2012 Illinois State Bar Association 2007 - 2013 Chicago Bar Association, Immigration and Nationality Law Committee
Speaking
2020 Broken English podcast Immigration experience 2013 Information Seminar Comprehensive Immigration Reform - How to be Prepared 2012 Entrepreneurship Workshop - KOJAIN Convention You have H1-B - No Problem! 2012 American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago chapter) Immigration and Nationality Act 204(l) 2011 Indo-American Center, Chicago Citizenship Application Basics
Updated: Mar 11, 2026