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Salim John Sheikh

Also known as Sal Sheikh

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Overview

Practice Areas

40% Criminal Defense
3 years, 250 cases
40% Personal Injury
4 years, 400 cases
20% DUI / DWI
3 years, 70 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-50%), Fixed (Sometimes), Hourly ($150-$325/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

542 S. Dearborn St.

Suite 510

Chicago, IL 60605

Office: 312-532-8554
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Criminal & DUI

Personal Injury & Workers Compensation

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English
Spanish

About Me

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I was born In Los Angeles, CA. I enjoy the practice of law. If you are looking for honest counseling regarding your matter contact my office. My rates are... more

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“Mr. Sheikh Won Me a Big Settlement”

Posted by: Gary, 2011-12-21 about 1 month ago.

Client Review: I was hit by another car a couple months ago driving in downtown. I made an appointment and came in to the office, and he was very considerate and... more

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“Thorough, hard-working, and knowledgeable”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, 2011-12-07 2 months ago.

Client Review: I came to Sal to represent me in a public urination case in the city of Chicago. He helped me understand the citation, possible fines and fees, as... more

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22 endorsements

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I endorse this lawyer. Sal has an extraordinary knowledge of Criminal Law and clearly cares doing the very best for his clients. You can tell from... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Ronald Burdge , Dayton (OH), 14 days ago

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sheikh is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Howard Lewis , Framingham (MA), 15 days ago

Résumé

License

3 years since Salim John Sheikh was first licensed to practice law.

State	License status	Year acquired	Last updated by Avvo
Illinois	Active And Authorized To Practice Law	2009	08/12/2009

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position	Duration
President at The Law Offices of Sal Sheikh	2009–present
Board of Directors at SANAH Investment Group Inc.	2011–2011

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Education

School	Major	Degree	Graduated
California State University, Chico	Political Science	BA - Bachelor of Arts
US Army Field Artillery School	MOS 13B	M109A6 Cannon Crewmember

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Awards

Award Name	Granting Organization	Date
Wiley W. Manuel - Pro Bono Legal Services	California State Bar	2006
Distinguished Service Award	San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program	2006

Associations

Position	Association Name	Duration
Volunteer Attorney	Legal Aid Bureau Metropolitan Family Services	2009-present
Freemason	Grand Masonic Lodge of Illinois	2008-present

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Portfolio

Contribution

Reputation Level 14

Answers:	693	Legal Answers
	5	Best Answers
	133	Answers marked as good
Guides:	3	Legal Guides
	0	Staff Picks

Cases

Misdeamor Battery Reduced to Trespassing

Outcome: Trespassing & 6 months Court Supervision

State v. Hollis 7th time 6-303!!! FELONY

Outcome: 30 days Time Served, 2 years Intense Probation & Alcohol Rehab

State of IL v. Def. (6-303 Susp/Revoked) 9th time!!!

Outcome: 12 months Conditional Discharge & 20 Days of SWAP

Publications

Article	Publication	Date
Public Urination Citations in the City of Chicago	Avvo	2009

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name	Conference	Date
Estate Planning	Planning for the Future	2011