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Mohammad Akif Saleem
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Mohammad A. Saleem, Esq.
DAVIS NDANUSA IKHLAS & SALEEM LLP
Managing Partner
Mohammad A. Saleem is a founding Partner and currently the Managing Partner of Davis Ndanusa Ikhlas & Saleem LLP. His practice areas focus on Immigration Law, Real Estate Transactions & Litigation, Estate Planning and Administration/Probate matters.
Mr. Saleem is co-head of the firm’s immigration practice where he approaches every immigration client’s case with a comprehensive strategy focused on obtaining successful results while protecting the client’s interest. He has practiced immigration law since 2010 and under his guidance, the law firm’s immigration practice has prided itself in taking challenging immigration cases with an emphasis on civil rights and fighting governmental agency abuse of discretion. He has successfully obtained green cards for hundreds of clients through family/marriage sponsorships, asylum proceedings and removal (deportation) proceedings in Immigration Court, and secured the release of immigration clients from DHS-ICE detention.
Mr. Saleem oversees all the firm’s immigration cases to ensure compliance with the latest developments pertaining to immigration law and practice so that the our immigration client’s case is successfully processed under the current Trump Administration’s strict immigration policies and regulations before Department of Homeland Security (USCIS, ICE, or CPB) or Department of State (NVC/US Embassies abroad).
Following the unlawful Muslim Ban in Jan. 2017 that affected the law firm’s many Yemeni immigration cases, Mr. Saleem volunteered his expertise and time at JFK Airport with other lawyers as part of the ‘No Ban JFK’ of NY Immigration Coalition to make sure immigrants were not detained by Customs Border Patrol (CBP). Mr. Saleem’s Yemeni client was featured in an article by The Guardian covering the travel ban affecting the ability of his fiancee. Simultaneously, from Jan-April 2017, Mr. Saleem and his partner Mr. Ndanusa held ‘Know Your Rights’ talks and seminars in local Brooklyn and Manhattan mosques pertaining to the ban’s restrictions affecting Yemenis with pending visas or petitions.
Mr. Saleem is a current and active member of American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the local AILA New York Chapter where he is member of the Federal Practice Committee.
In addition, he is a skilled real estate negotiator and real estate litigation attorney who has helped his clients purchase and sell their houses and investment properties since 2010.
Mr. Saleem is admitted to practice law in New York State as well as Federal District Courts of Southern District of New York (SDNY) and Eastern District of New York (EDNY), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. He has been recognized for his legal service to the NYC community in the area of foreclosure defense in 2012 by the New York State Bar Association and the Queens County Bar Association.
Mr. Saleem received his Juris Doctorate in 2009 from Pennsylvania State University’s Dickinson School of Law where he was a member of the law school’s Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition team and his Bachelor of Arts in 2006 from Hunter College.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Immigration
65%
16 years | 3,850 cases
Real Estate
30%
16 years | 1,025 cases
Estate Planning
5%
16 years | 115 cases
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Licensed in New Jersey for 1 year
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2024
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 15 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Davis Ndanusa Ikhlas & Saleem LLP
26 Court Street, Suite 603, Brooklyn, NY, 11242
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Practice Areas
Immigration (70)
Real Estate (20)
Residential (17)
Lawsuits & Disputes (10)
Landlord & Tenant (6)
Contracts & Agreements (4)
Divorce & Separation (3)
Asylum (2)
Family (2)
Appeals (1)
Business (1)
Child Custody (1)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Probate (1)
Uncontested Divorce (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (57)
Practice Area Knowledge (57)
Professionalism (50)
Recommendation (47)
Responsiveness (36)
Advocacy (32)
Communication Style (30)
Character & Conduct (24)
General Knowledge (23)
Trustworthiness (14)
Compassion (13)
Cost of Services (11)
Staff & Support (8)
Punctuality (7)
Free Consultations (5)
Showing 1 - 5 of 30 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Akexandra | March 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
Green card political asylum
I had a difficult case. Refusal of political asylum and the subsequent marriage with a US citizen. There were many aggravating circumstances, the prosecutor was against me. After 4 years of unsuccessfully fighting for a green card, I was desperately looking for a new lawyer. I needed a man with a...
Posted by Dr. Daniel | December 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great legal service
Good and dedicate legal services in defending me in a Supreme Court case. He was consistent with follow ups and briefings.
Posted by Eleonora | August 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Highly recommend!
I used this firm for a closing. House buying process can be extremely difficult but Mohammad and his team were helpful and thorough in explaining the process to us.
Posted by Tanveer | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent
Very positive experience with brother Saleem and his team. Had a complicated immigration issue, messaged brother Saleem. He got back to me right away and we scheduled a meeting. He listened to me patiently and explained all the available options that I can go for. Due to Covid 19 the court process wa...
Posted by Mohammad Mosa | March 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Best Immigration lawyer
My wife filed K-1 fiancé visa with Mr Salem and it was our best decision to hire him as our immigration lawyer, his fee is affordable, he is professional in his field good communication with clients, and best service he provided to us and finally i got my Green card. I must recommend him.
Mohammad Akif Saleem's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mohammed works tirelessly, almost too much, for his clients. His best quality is honesty and efficiency. I have known Mohammed for more than six years and he is a respected attorney in the community."
"Great attorney, very helpful, and pleasure to work with. He spends time and energy to provide clients with not just an answer to a specific legal question, but advice to guide and protect their legal issues in a holistic manner for the future. He communicates clearly and concisely on legal issues with a view to a pragmatic resolution. He is also convivial and a pleasure to work with. I happily endorse him."
"Mohammad possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in immigration law and will above and beyond to represent his clients's best interest. Not only does he put in the work to reach his clients' goals, but he makes sure to connect with his clients on a personal level to make sure they feel comfortable with every step of his representation. He's a great lawyer and an even better person."
"Mr. Saleem's expert guidance for an international probate matter was key to succeful navigation of the process."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Mohammad on multiple cases, and also know him from the legal community---Mohammad is professional, knowledgable, and aggressive when he needs to be. He is very well respected within the community."
"Mohammad Akif Saleem is a lawyer with boundless energy and great integrity. You can't go wrong with him defending you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Mohammad Akif Saleem knows the law extremely well and cares about making sure people understand their rights and obligations. Anyone needing assistance with an immigration law legal matter would be well served to contact him."
"I recommend my colleague Mr. Saleem with the utmost confidence not only as a dedicated attorney but as a remarkable gentleman."
"Mr. Saleem's number one priority is to protect his clients' best interests and to provide highly knowledgeable, experienced and aggressive representation on their behalf. A highly recommended immigration lawyer."
"Mohammad is an outstanding attorney and a wonderful human being. I have come to know him for his work during the foreclosure crisis helping homeowners in dire needs. He is an asset to the legal community."
"Mr. Saleem is a competent and well respected lawyer in the community. I have consulted with him regarding landlord tenant matters, and he has consistently provide sound and invaluable advice. Mr. Saleem is well-versed in his practice areas and I always rely on his expertise. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Mohammad Saleem."
"Mohammad is extremely skilled and effective attorney. He is professional and effective. I highly recommend him."
"Great attorney with a great attitude. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the opportunity to meet Mohammad during our years in law school. He was an intelligent student and now is a focused and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Saleem is one of the sharpest lawyers I have ever met in my life. He understands legal issues and is quickly able to find solutiions to problems. I would consider him a lawyer's lawyer. I have worked with him on very heavy Wall Street litigation and I trust him to handle any matter that comes in front of him. He is honest and straight foreward. He looks out for the clients and he is well respected by his fellow attorneys. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him."
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Experience
Honors
2012
NYSBA President's Pro Bono Service Award - 7th Judicial District, New York State Bar Association
2009
Jessup International Law Moot Court Team, Penn State Law School
2005
Chancellor’s Award for Leadership and Community Service, CUNY CUNY Honors College
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner, Davis Ndanusa Ikhlas & Saleem LLP
2010 - 2013
Managing Partner, Saleem Law Firm
Associations
2018 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2018 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New YorkMember
2016 - Present
Brooklyn Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Queens County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
I-485 Adjustment of Status of Sarah H.
Client obtained Legal Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
Tenteromano v Rodgers
Successfully assisted third party bidder in purchasing foreclosure property
Sultan v. Khalid & Aziz
Warrant of Eviction obtained after tenants failed to pay
Sevilla v SM Construction
Case discontinued in favor of client defendant
People of the State of NY v. H.P.
Dismissed in favor of Defendant
540 Hegeman Ave v. C Briggs
Warrant of Eviction obtained against tenant
Posses & Chasan CPA'S PLLC v. A-1 Construction
Settlement
Abdelreheem v. N Zapata and M. J. Chenet (Qns Civil Ct Index No. 085128-2010)
Obtained money judgment of $10, 450 and judgment of possession; Respondents vacated property premises prior to execution of warrant of eviction.
Education
2009
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
City University of New York, Hunter College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Brooklyn Law School- Immigration
Immigration
2020
Geo TV News Urdu Program June 8, 2020
Injustice and Systemic Racism against African Americans in US & Why the Death of George Floyd Deserves Justice
2020
Geo News Urdu Program June 18, 2020
US Supreme Court 'DACA' Decision Explained to Urdu News Audience
2019
ICNA-MAS 2019 Convention
Immigration Clinic : One on One Advice with Immigration Attorneys
2017
Recent Immigration Law Developments
Trump's Travel Ban Implications for Muslims
2017
Immigration Law Developments
Immigration Update on Travel Ban, Social Media Monitoring, & Post-DACA
2013
Foreclosure CLE at Queens County Bar Association,
Representing Homeowners at Foreclosure Settlement Conference
Publications
2020
2019
2017
2013
Queens County Bar Association
REPRESENTING HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE SETTLEMENT CONFERENCES
Languages
English
Arabic
Urdu
Bengali
Spanish
Activity
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Q&A
Which will be good to file with the Immigration court motion to terminate or EOIR42b ?
09 Oct 2022
Q&A
My husband was with his ex girlfriend and she filed a police report. we got married 2 months ago- I haven’t applied for GC yet
14 Sep 2022
Q&A
Hi I am MD HUQ. I have a question about my wife to bring from Bangladesh.
25 Jun 2020