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also known as Ahmad Askar
Ahmad Askar is a dedicated criminal defense attorney serving clients in Santa Clara County, the greater Bay Area, and throughout the state of California. He is committed to protecting the rights of the accused and providing clear, effective counsel at every stage of the legal process.
Mr. Askar earned his Bachelor’s degree from San José State University and his law degree from Purdue Global Law School. During law school, he was nominated and selected to compete in the National Moot Court Competition, where he focused on complex issues of criminal procedure; a testament to his skill in legal research, persuasive advocacy, and commitment to defending constitutional rights. He also serves on the board of directors for the Center for Integrity in Forensic Sciences, a legal non-profit aiming to bridge the gap between science and law.
Fluent in both English and Arabic, he is proud to serve clients from diverse backgrounds and ensure they fully understand their rights and options. For clients who speak other languages, he can provide interpreters at no extra cost to ensure clear communication and effective representation.
Mr. Askar believes in a client-centered approach built on honesty, accessibility, and vigorous advocacy, ensuring that each client receives the personalized attention and robust defense they deserve.
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1750 Lundy Ave. #610337, San Jose, CA, 95101
600 Allerton St Suite 200, Redwood City, CA, 94063
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Posted by Yi | November 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended for his expertise in areas he is practicing, tentative listener and thorough with his work.
Posted by Felipe | August 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I was really amazed by his preparation and attention to detail. Very good in explaining everything to you and making you feel at ease. Always knows what the prosecutor is gonna do and is one step ahead . Knows how to do a presentation. I was very happy with my outcome, it was better than I expected.
Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I am incredibly grateful to have had Ahmad handle my case. He is not only a brilliant and passionate attorney but also genuinely cares about his clients. From the very start, he was highly responsive, taking the time to understand every detail of my situation. His meticulous approach and dedication e...
Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Can’t thank Ahmad enough. He was very kind from the beginning and walked me through the potential results of my case. He was able to get me a deal that will allow me to keep a clean record. Very grateful.
Posted by Robert | July 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We are a law firm that from time to time uses other attorneys for what is called contract work. Essentially, they go to court for us when we have a calendar conflict. Over the years we have used dozens of attorneys in this way. Recently we had the good fortune and pleasure to briefly hire Ahmad to...
"I highly recommend Attorney Ahmad for anyone in need of a skilled and dedicated criminal defense attorney. His deep understanding of the law, strong courtroom presence, and unwavering commitment to his clients make him an excellent attorney."
"Absolutely brilliant and professional attorney. Worked together on an extremely difficult case and his presence on behalf of clients is truly formidable. Highly recommend."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2025 - Present
Attorney, The Askar Law Firm, APC
2023 - 2023
Legal Extern, Center for Integrity in Forensic Sciences
2025 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember: Task Force on Artificial Intelligence
2025 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2025 - Present
United States Federal Court, Northern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2021 - Present
Center for Integrity in Forensic SciencesBoard Member
2024
JD - Juris Doctor
English
Arabic
Legal Answers
Do I need a criminal or civil rights attorney? Are there any attorneys that handle both?
12 Nov 2025
I am current out of the country and i just relize i miss court and i have a county warrant can i take care of it remotely?
24 Oct 2025
How likely is it that the DA will drop my case ?
11 Oct 2025