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Jaleel Law was founded with one goal in mind – to provide the best legal representation possible. With this single-minded focus, Jaleel Law represents its clients with dedication and zealous advocacy. Although we can never guarantee success, we can guarantee that we will do whatever it takes to get the justice you deserve, we will answer all your questions, and we will keep you informed on what is happening in your appeal. After all you deserve nothing less.

Appeals Attorney Omer Jaleel

Appeals Attorney Jaleel has spent his legal career perfecting his advocacy skills. As a former Assistant State’s Attorney and appellate prosecutor, Mr. Jaleel has handled all types of criminal appeals and post-conviction petitions. During his time with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, Mr. Jaleel handled cases ranging from DUI to first-degree murder and was the lead appellate prosecutor on issues such as reasonable doubt, insanity, prosecutorial misconduct, ineffective assistance of counsel, evidentiary issues, retroactive application of new laws, and the constitutionality of statutes.

With this foundation of success built as a prosecutor, Mr. Jaleel founded Jaleel Law to give his client exceptional legal representation that can only be provided by someone who has handled a diverse range of cases. While in private practice, Mr. Jaleel has only continued to build on the reputation of being a zealous advocate for his clients. Mr. Jaleel’s commitment to his client and his craft has earned him numerous awards and accolades. Mr. Jaleel is pleased to have been named as:

Top One Percent Lawyer by The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 by The American Society of Legal Advocates
Top 10 Under 40 by The National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Top Lawyer by The Global Directory of Who’s Who

Winning awards and accolades, however, is not what makes Mr. Jaleel tick. Rather, Mr. Jaleel loves to be on the cutting edge of the law and be a driving force in where the law is headed. In this regard, Mr. Jaleel has been successful. As an appeals lawyer, Mr. Jaleel has been a key player in several cases that have been published by the Illinois appeals courts. Under the legal doctrine of stare decisis published opinions carry precedential value and apply to all cases that are pending. The appeals rules state that published opinions should only be reserved for special cases that create a new rule of law or a case that changes the legal landscape. In effect, published opinions create new law.

Mr. Jaleel has the experience and the unique skill set that is required of an appeals lawyer. Whether you or your family is seeking to appeal a criminal decision, a civil judgment, or a wrongful conviction or whether you are defending against an appeal, Mr. Jaleel is available to discuss your case in a free no obligation initial consultation.

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Testimonials

Excellent attorney. Accountable. Always shows on time. Strives for customer needs and wants. You feel like you are really backed during the entire process.

Brian V.

07/15/2015

Excellent attorney. Accountable. Always shows on time. Strives for customer needs and wants. You feel like you are really backed during the entire process.

Brian V.

07/15/2015

I can't say enough great things about Omar Jaleel. I hired Omar to help a family member, who suffers from addition, ordered to a rehab facility for 15 months instead of being sentenced to jail. It took some time but he was dedicated and made it happen. A very difficult task in an overcrowded judicial system. Thank you for everything Omar.

Teri J.

07/08/2014

Outstanding legal representation. Omer's experience and expertise was truly an asset that payed dividends and prevented a disastrous outcome. I would highly recommend him to my friends and families without any hesitation.

James J.

07/10/2013

Everything I could hope for. Omer saved me! I was in so much trouble, he listened to my problem and most importantly he kept me out of prison!

Jacob W.

08/07/2012

I was very pleased how Omer handled my case. He took away all the stress, he explained everything that was going on, and it was clear from the first time talking to him that he knew what he was doing.

Corey B.

12/17/2014

An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

John O.

05/20/2015

Omer was an amazing attorney. I feel real fortunate that Omer was referred to me by a friend who had used him in the past. I know my appeal would have went differently if I had not hired Omer.

Talha J.

07/24/2015

I wouldn't hire another attorney even if it was free.

Dimitri G.

07/29/2015

I hired Mr. Jaleel for an appeal after I lost a jury trial while represented by another attorney. In my first meeting with Mr. Jaleel, he stressed to me the importance of the motion for a new trial and that we could win right there without needing to file anything with the appellate courts. Unfortunately, after I hired Mr. Jaleel my so called trial attorney quit. Mr. Jaleel did not hesitate to come on the case right away and he assured me that I would be okay. Mr. Jaleel ordered the trial transcripts and filed a motion for a new trial. We then spent the weekend before court getting ready for my testimony for the hearing. Much to my surprise on the day of the hearing the other side conceded error and I was given a new trial. I, of course hired Mr. Jaleel for the new trial. I learned first-hand that attorneys are not the same. Never again will I hire anyone else.

David H.

07/27/2015

I hired Omer after my ex filed an appeal following our divorce trial. I had 3 different attorneys at trial but only 1 on appeal. Omer was wonderful. Every time that I wanted to quit and give up, Omer breathed new life into me. I didn't want to have anything to do with the details of the appeal or what my ex was alleging in his appeal. Omer respected my wishes and he kept me up to date as to where we were in the appeals process. I was so happy that I hired him. I would recommend him to anyone.

Arshia K.

01/21/2015

I had hired a different attorney to handle my appeal and after we lost I reached out to an attorney I had recently met as to what I could do. She told me to contact Omer. Unfortunately, by the time I had contacted Omer my time to appeal had passed and Omer explained to me that the only way we could do anything is to get permission to appeal late. I knew getting permission was next to impossible but I was desperate. Omer is what every attorney should be, he explained the pros and cons and he even figured out what my other attorney had done or didn't do. I wish I had started with him...

Dillon M.

02/14/2014