It finally happened. I bought a building. We closed in December 2019, and I was ready. I had big dreams, big plans, and I was sure we’d renovate or build and be moved in in no time.
Well… that’s not exactly how it went.
Just a few months later, the world shifted. The pandemic hit. And then came the delays. And more delays. Then came the surprises, the kind you don’t plan for in your perfectly color-coded project timeline. Architect issues. Contractor issues. Permitting issues. At one point, we failed an inspection because the bathroom vanity was an inch too long.
It felt like one step forward, two steps back for a long time. But here’s the thing: I never gave up. Not once. I kept moving forward. I kept holding onto the vision, and trusting that the right space, at the right time, would become real.
And now it has.
We have a beautiful, bright, joyful new office space on a private, tree-lined dead-end street in Buckhead. It’s peaceful. It’s full of light. It’s filled with love. It’s ours.
This space was built not just for our team, but for our community. We have extra space to rent, offices, desks, even conference rooms. We have room for meetups, gatherings, collaborations, and magic-making. Because we know that when we connect in the right environment, anything is possible.
They say your surroundings can make you more productive, more inspired, and even more joyful. And for the happiest law firm in America, it was time to create a space that felt just as happy.
If you’re in the area, come visit us. Feel the energy. And if you’re looking for a space to rent—a home for your work or your dreams—we might just have the perfect spot for you too.
From one inch-too-long vanity to something more beautiful than I ever imagined—this journey has been worth every single step.
About the Author
Elizabeth Garvish
Elizabeth L.A. Garvish founded Garvish Immigration Law Group, LLC in 2011 after practicing immigration law in small boutique firms, big law and nonprofits. Elizabeth is a frequent speaker and presenter on entrepreneurship and U.S. immigration topics around the world. She is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and serves on various national committees and is the Past Chair of the Georgia-Alabama Chapter of AILA. Elizabeth is also a certified member of the EO Global Speakers Academy.