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Bamidele Opeyemi Adelayo
also known as Bami Adelayo
About Bamidele
Biography
All of his professional life, Bami has fought injustice or unfairness. He knows what it means to be unfairly targeted or unfairly charged with a crime by authorities. He knows what it feels like to have a family member deported for immigration reasons. Bami brings a unique perspective to the practice of law and to the defense of his clients be it criminal or immigration. This is as a result of his work at the public defender’ and prosecutor’s office.
From the moment he begins your representation, Bami guarantees that he will be personally involved in your case from beginning to end, and that you will always be fully informed of the status of your case.
Looking out for others, and being an aggressive advocate for those in need is his true passion. Let him help. Please call our office today, we are available 24/7.Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
22 years
Immigration
50%
22 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Arizona for 15 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 22 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 18 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 20 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
ADELAYO LAW FIRM, PLLC
802 N. 5th Avenue, PHOENIX, AZ, 85003
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Bamidele Opeyemi Adelayo's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Immigration (103)
Criminal Defense (18)
Lawsuits & Disputes (15)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (5)
Asylum (2)
Business (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Appeals (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Gun Law (1)
Insurance (1)
Public Finance & Tax Exempt Finance (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (96)
Recommendation (81)
Professionalism (76)
Practice Area Knowledge (68)
Advocacy (54)
Communication Style (51)
Responsiveness (51)
Character & Conduct (44)
Trustworthiness (37)
Compassion (31)
General Knowledge (29)
Staff & Support (20)
Cost of Services (13)
Punctuality (10)
Payment Plans (1)
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Posted by Brittany & Irving | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent and Tremendous Experience!
Bami is absolutely wonderful! He has known my husband for a very long time so I instantly knew he would be the right attorney to help us out! The process was easy, he always replied right away to my emails or texts whenever I had questions. Bami always comforted my husband and I during the process an...
Posted by Daniel and Patrick | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
A lawyer who not only knows immigration law, but truly cared about his clients
My husband and I wanted to give our review of Bami Adelayo and the help he has given us throughout the immigration process. We hope it will help those in the same position we were and trying to find a real and honest lawyer, in the midst of so many unknown ones out there. Bami, was referred to us...
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Permanent residence filing for my mother
We found Bami through a legal benefit plan provided by our employer. Bami was helpful throughout the process and the experience was excellent mostly due to the following points: Bami was very diligent at getting back to us through Email when we had questions. Bami provided references to trustwort...
Posted by Franklyn | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
Asylum Interview Preperation
I found Bami through my jobs search site when it comes for legal help. Bami was hired to provide my cousin who was in prison at Eloy Detention center guidance with the Asylum interview and what he should and should not say during the interview. After consulting with my cousin he felt confident after ...
Posted by Yaneli | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyer
Mr. Adelayo is very professional, respectful and kind lawyer who goes above and beyond for his clients. I am so greatfull to have met and hired him as our lawyer because I was never worried about anything knowing I could trust him. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of his service.
Bamidele Opeyemi Adelayo's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Adelayo and I used to work together as prosecutors and then against each other when he became a defense attorney. He is an excellent attorney, who showed real compassion for his client's. You are well served by having him work on your case."
"12 years as an attorney, former public defender and also as a former prosecutor is very court experienced. The prosecutors are well aware that he knows what they know. His knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. His client reviews are the real test of his results and they are stellar. READ THEM! Endorsements by other attorneys are numerous and outstanding. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation. If your lucky he might just agree to represent you."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a respected advocate in the field of criminal defense law."
"I endorse this lawyer. He knows criminal law! He is very smart."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I fully endorse Bami. He's a terrific advocate for his clients and very knowledgable on the law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bami is a highly skilled and compassionate litigator. I strongly endorse this attorney."
"Mr. Adelayo is a true asset to the the Arizona bar. I am happy to refer clients to him because I know they will be in good hands."
"Bami is a caring and knowledgeable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Bami for several years. We worked together as prosecutors in Illinois and I also had the opportunity to work with him as a defense attorney. Bami was always knowledgeable and aggressive in representing his clients. And if I had an immigration question, Bami was the guy to go to."
"Bami Adelayo is a caring, experienced, and intelligent lawyer. I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Bami on several criminal matters. As such, I can speak directly to his legal intelligence and commitment to his clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Bami in Illinois, first as a prosecutor and later as a fellow defense attorney. Bami is a true professional. He is knowledgeable, always prepared, and genuinely cares for his clients. I highly recommend this attorney."
"I've worked closely with Bami on several felony cases and he always goes the extra mile to make sure his clients are taken care of."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bamidele knows immigration law and cares about his clients. He works hards and everything he can for his clients."
"I have known Bami for many years and can easily give him my endorsement. He is a kind and thoughtful person, but also extremely intelligent and hard working. Bami will commit to you as his client and will provide top quality advocacy."
"Bami is a great lawyer and a wonderful human being. He is very diligent in his work and cares very much for his clients. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel Review Board
2015
Member, DUI Defense Lawyers Association
2014
Pro Bono Award, Florence Project
2014
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel Review Board
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Owner, Adelayo Law Firm, PLLC
2005 - 2007
Assistant State's Attorney, Will County State's Attorney's Office
2004 - 2005
Deputy Assistant Public Defender, New Jersey Office Of The Public Defender
Associations
2011 - Present
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2007 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State V. O.C.S
Not Guilty on 4 Counts
State V. JCHG
Case Dismissed
State v. ADD
Case Dismissed at trial
State V. JPN
Case Dismissed
Education
2001
Washington University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Washington University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1997
Ogun State University
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
Speaking Engagements
2016
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
2015
Nigeria 55th Independence Banquet
The current status of US immigration Law as it affects African immigrants in Arizona”.
2015
Immigration workshop
Developments in U.S. Immigration Laws and Policies
2009
Immigration Seminar
A thru Z of applying and getting your U.S. immigrant and non-immigrant visa"
Publications
Languages
Yoruba
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am a Aneruxan citizen that's seeking a divorce from my nigerian husband which lives in nigeria
11 Feb 2021
Q&A
Got my EAD today through Marriage based green card (waiting for i-485 to be approved) Quick question.
23 Feb 2019
Q&A
WILL APPLYING CANADA PR NOW EFFECT MY US GREEN CARD APPLICATION (TO BE STARTED IN FUTURE)?
11 Aug 2014