Yusuf Abdul-Wahab Elashmawy

Yusuf Abdul-Wahab Elashmawy

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 17 years

Litigation Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense

11 Park Pl Ste 612, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 17 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2008

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Nelson, Robinson & El Ashmawy, PLLC

11 Park Pl Ste 612, New York, NY, 10007-2845

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Yusuf Abdul-Wahab Elashmawy's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews | Family

Posted by Vanessa Reyes | June 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional Legal Representation

I had the pleasure of working with Yusuf Abdul-Wahab Elashmawy regarding my nephews case. A case that was all over the news and could have easily put my nephew away for minimum 10 years. I couldn’t be more satisfied with the outcome. From the start, Yusef demonstrated exceptional professionalism..., deep legal knowledge, and a genuine concern for my nephews case. Communication was clear, timely, and thorough—Yusef always made sure I understood my options and what to expect at each stage. What truly stood out was his strategic thinking, attention to detail, negotiating skills, courtroom presence. Thanks to his hard work and dedication we reached a favorable settlement for my nephew of a y/o status and probation. I highly recommend Yusuf Abdul-Wahab Elashmawy to anyone seeking criminal defense experienced and reliable family law representation. You’ll be in capable and caring hands.

Posted by Lisa | March 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Yusuf is a rare gem!

Yusuf Elashmawy is a gem in the field. Yusuf is an example of the best of both worlds; he possesses strong expert knowledge of the law with many years of experience working in the court systems, and he also understands people and has compassion for whatever situation you are going through. Yusuf is ...a great asset to have in your corner as he will be honest and direct with his thoughts and guidance, which I personally appreciated and grew from as he supported me with my narcissistic ex-husband's child support case. Yusuf truly cares about the welfare of his clients.

Posted by Juliette .T | September 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

"Compassionate and Reliable Attorney During a Tough Time"

I cannot thank Elashmawy enough for his incredible support throughout my very rough family court case with my ex-husband. From the start, he was transparent about the entire process, making sure I understood every step along the way. He truly went out of his way to explain everything in detail, which... made me feel incredibly confident in all the decisions I had to make. What stood out most was his empathy. He wasn’t just an attorney, but someone who genuinely cared about me and my family, fully understanding the emotional toll this case took on me. Throughout this challenging time, he was reliable, always on point, and consistently showed up with 100% effort. He regularly checked in on me and kept me updated on the smallest details, which gave me peace of mind during a very stressful period. In what I consider the worst time of my life, Elashmawy was the support I needed. He made an incredibly difficult situation a little more tolerable, and I will always be grateful for his guidance and professionalism. If you’re looking for an attorney who is not only knowledgeable but also compassionate and reliable, I highly recommend Elashmawy.I’m

Posted by Tour’e | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Outstanding Attorney Yusuf Elashmawy

I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Yusuf Elashmawy while representing a family member. This man gave 110% , he’s thorough, knowledgeable and will fight for what’s right. He will defend you at all cost and will fight for the justice that you deserve. I am so happy that we chose Mr. Yusuf Elashmawy... to represent my family. His law firm is top notch, very professional very attentive to the needs of the client. He answers all questions and alleviate any fears you ma have. He provides exceptional feedback and put in the work to get the job done. My family couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. If you’re looking for attorney that will get you the justice that you deserve, look no further Mr. Yusuf Elashmawy will get you the JUSTICE that your family deserves. THANK YOU Mr. Yusuf Elashmawy for ALL of your hard work. It’s greatly appreciated ❤️

Posted by Mac L | November 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Reliable legal service

I know attorneys get a bad rap, but I have to say that Yusuf El Ashmawy and his team are the real deal! From the moment I had my initial consultation, I knew he was the right attorney for my family joint custody case. He is honest, knows the law and gave me really good advice on weather I should liti...gate or settle. He did not make the decision for me, but gave me knowledge so that I could proceed with a settlement on my family court case. I would highly recommend him and his very professional team.

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2009 - 2011

Prosecuting Attorney, Family Court Legal Services; N.Y.C. Admin. For Children’s Services

Associations

2018 - Present

Juvenile Justice Committee, The New York City Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Family Court Advisory Committee, App. Div., First Department

Member

2015 - Present

Manhattan Family Court Assigned Counsel Association

Vice President

Education

2008

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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