Q1) Kindly give our readers an introduction to your business. Please include what your business is all about, in which city you are located and if you have offices in multiple locations/ cities?
Ans: Khavari & Moghadassi is a full-service law firm based in Dallas, Texas. We specialize in Immigration, Civil, Family, and Criminal Law. Our mission is simple—provide aggressive, compassionate, and effective legal representation to people navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Whether it’s helping a family stay together through immigration proceedings, defending someone’s rights in a criminal case, or resolving complex civil disputes, we believe every client deserves our full attention and respect. Our team is multicultural, multilingual, and united by a deep passion for justice.
Q2) Kindly give us a brief description about yourself (it should include your brief educational or entrepreneurial background and list some of your major achievements)?
Ans: I’m an attorney and co-founder of Khavari & Moghadassi. My legal journey began with a deep desire to advocate for the vulnerable—especially those caught between complicated legal systems and real-life urgency. One of our proudest achievements has been reuniting hundreds of families through hard-fought immigration cases. We’ve also successfully defended clients in high-stakes criminal trials and helped others win fair outcomes in family court.
Q3) What inspired you to (start a new business venture) or (to make significant changes in an existing business)? How did the idea for your business come about?
Ans: The idea for Khavari & Moghadassi was born from a shared frustration with the traditional legal system’s tendency to treat people like case numbers. My partner and I both saw an opportunity to create a firm where legal expertise and human compassion could coexist. We wanted to build a firm where clients don’t just receive legal representation—they feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout the process. That meant doing things differently, from the way we communicate to how we build our team.
Q4) What three pieces of advice would you give to budding entrepreneurs?
Ans: • Build your business around your values. Skills can be taught—your values are what will define your brand.
• Start with what you know, but don’t be afraid to grow beyond it. Adaptability is everything.
• Be relentless about client experience. Word-of-mouth, especially in law, is your most powerful marketing tool.
Q5) What would you say are the top three skills needed to be a successful entrepreneur?
Ans: • Resilience. You’ll get knocked down—it’s your ability to get back up that counts.
• Communication. Your ability to clearly communicate with clients, staff, and partners will set you apart.
• Strategic thinking. Running a firm isn’t just about legal knowledge—it’s about knowing when to pivot, when to invest, and when to take calculated risks.
Q6) How many hours do you work a day on average?
Ans: It varies, but I average around 10-12 hours a day. The nature of law—especially immigration—is unpredictable, and our clients often need us at unconventional times. But this isn’t just work for me; it’s a mission.
Q7) To what do you most attribute your success?
Ans: Consistency and care. We don’t promise magic. We promise to show up, fight hard, and treat our clients like family. That consistency has built trust, and that trust has built everything else.
Q8) How do you go about marketing your business? What has been your most successful form of marketing?
Ans: Our most effective marketing has always been word-of-mouth and client referrals. When someone’s life has been changed through your work, they tend to tell others. Beyond that, we’ve embraced digital marketing—SEO, social media, and informative content—especially in immigration law, where education is so crucial.
Q9) Where did your organizations funding/capital come from and how did you go about getting it? How did you obtain investors for your venture?
Ans: We bootstrapped the firm ourselves—no outside investors, just a lot of hard work and personal sacrifice. We believed in our mission and were willing to take the risk.
Q10) What is the best way to achieve long-term success?
Ans: Build slowly and intentionally. Focus on your reputation above all else. In law, trust is currency—and it’s earned over time, case by case.
Q11) Where you see yourself and your business in 5 – 10 years?
Ans: I see Khavari & Moghadassi becoming a statewide name and expanding into additional markets, particularly in underserved immigrant communities. We’re also working on launching a nonprofit arm to help those who can’t afford legal services but desperately need them.
Q12) Excluding yours, what company or business do you admire the most?
Ans: I admire organizations like the ACLU and RAICES. They’re unapologetic in their mission, bold in their actions, and relentless in fighting for those who are too often overlooked.
Q13) How important have good employees been to your success?
Ans: They’ve been absolutely critical. Our team isn’t just made up of lawyers—we have paralegals, support staff, and interpreters who act as lifelines for our clients. Each person plays a vital role in delivering the kind of care and precision that our cases demand. A good team doesn’t just make things easier—they make them possible.
Q14) How long do you stick with an idea before giving up?
Ans: I give every idea a fair shot. In the legal field, some strategies take time to show results. But I also believe in measuring performance honestly—if something isn’t working after a few rounds of refinement, I’m not afraid to pivot.
Q15) What motivates you?
Ans: Stories. Hearing what someone has gone through to get here, or what they’re trying to protect, reminds me why I do this. The law can be sterile—but the people we serve bring it to life. That human element is my daily fuel.
Q16) What are your ideals?
Ans: Justice, equity, and accountability. I believe the legal system should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or financial situation. We try to live out those values with every client we take on.
Q17) How do you generate new ideas?
Ans: By listening—really listening—to our clients and our staff. Often, the best ideas come from frustrations: “There has to be a better way.
Q18) How do you define success?
Ans: Success means building something that serves both the people inside it (our team) and those who rely on it (our clients). If we’re winning cases, growing sustainably, and still sleeping well at night, that’s success.
Q19) How do you build a successful customer base?
Ans: It starts with trust. If a client feels like you’re giving them your honest best, they’ll refer others. We also focus on education—webinars, blogs, and social content that helps people understand their rights.
Q20) What is your favorite aspect of being an entrepreneur?
Ans: The ability to shape the culture. In law, so many firms operate from a place of hierarchy and ego. I love that we’ve created something different—something human.
Q21) What has been your most satisfying moment in business?
Ans: Helping a client win asylum after years of uncertainty. Seeing someone go from fear and instability to finally having the right to work, build, and live in peace—it never gets old.
Q22) What do you feel is the major difference between entrepreneurs and those who work for someone else?
Ans: Responsibility. As an entrepreneur, there’s no safety net—you own the wins and the failures. That pressure either breaks you or sharpens you.
Q23) What kind of culture exists in your organization? How did you establish this tone and why did you institute this particular type of culture?
Ans: We lead with empathy, and we hold space for both excellence and humanity. We built that culture intentionally by hiring people who care—not just about the law, but about people.
Q24) In one word, characterize your life as an entrepreneur?
Ans: Purposeful.
Q25) If you had the chance to start your career over again, what would you do differently?
Ans: I would have hired help earlier. Like many entrepreneurs, I tried to do everything myself. It wasn’t until I learned to delegate and trust others that the business really began to grow.
Q26) How has being an entrepreneur affected your family life?
Ans: It’s added complexity, no doubt. But I’m lucky to have a supportive family who understands the “why” behind what I do.
Q27) What is your greatest fear, and how do you manage fear?
Ans: My greatest fear is failing someone who trusted me. To manage that, I focus on preparation and communication.
Q28) How did you decide on the location for your business?
Ans: Dallas was an easy choice—it’s diverse, growing, and home to a large immigrant community.
Q29) Do you believe there is some sort of pattern or formula to becoming a successful entrepreneur?
Ans: Commitment plus resilience. You can have all the ideas in the world, but if you’re not ready to show up every day, none of it matters.
Q30) If you could talk to one person from history, who would it be and why?
Ans: Thurgood Marshall. I’d love to understand how he stayed grounded while facing so much resistance.
Q31) Who has been your greatest inspiration?
Ans: My parents. Their journey as immigrants gave me a firsthand view of what resilience looks like.
Q32) What book has inspired you the most?
Ans: “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevenson.
Q33) What are some of the biggest mistakes you’ve made?
Ans: Trying to grow too fast, too soon. Sustainable growth beats explosive growth.
Q34) How can you prevent mistakes or do damage control?
Ans: Build systems. Documentation and internal processes keep the ship steady.
Q35) What are your hobbies? What do you do in your non-work time?
Ans: I enjoy hiking, reading, and traveling—it brings me perspective.
Q36) What makes you happy?
Ans: Seeing our clients succeed.
Q37) What sacrifices have you had to make to be a successful entrepreneur?
Ans: Time. But I’ve learned to draw boundaries and protect what matters.
Q38) If you were conducting this interview, what question would you ask?
Ans: What’s one thing about your industry you wish the public understood better?