Oliver Soleiman

Oliver Soleiman

also known as Oliver Soleiman

5.0
Rating: 6.0

Licensed for 6 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Family, Landlord & Tenant

About Oliver

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 49%

Our firm handles state and federal criminal cases raging from DUIs to bank robberies to white collar and complex financial crimes.

7 years | 120 cases

49%
Civil Rights 25%

Civil forfeiture including property and money seized due to alleged drug crimes, white collar crimes, and money laundering. Ensuring your constitutional rights are not violated when your real or personal property has been seized by the government

4 years | 30 cases

25%
Family 22%

Divorce, Post Decree issues, Allocation of Parental Responsibilities, and more

7 years | 120 cases

22%
Landlord or Tenant 4%

7 years | 14 cases

4%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 6 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2019

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

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Oliver Soleiman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Larry | March 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Top Notch

Oliver came to court on a Sunday when contacted on Saturday. He knows the law and told me exactly what the game plan would be moving forward. He had the charges dismissed quickly. Absolutely brilliant

Posted by Christina | February 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

More Than Just My Attorney

I had hired Oliver Soleiman as my attorney for a legal matter. He was there for me every step of the way. My case went on for almost 2 years and I felt that he was more than just an attorney. I could call him or text him any time and he always made himself available to me. He worked very hard at gett...ing me the best possible outcome for my case and he succeeded. He worked with me and my personal situation and was very patient. He made me feel like I was just not a client, but a friend. I would definitely recommend him. He is honest, a hard worker, and a genuinely nice person who does not judge. He made not so bad situation better with his attitude and his compassion!

Oliver Soleiman

Replied last February 24, 2026

It was a pleasure to have you as a client! Thank you so much for the kind words. I’m glad we were able to come away with a successful outcome.

Posted by Simo | December 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Got my brother out of a jam

He went above and beyond for my brothers case. Knows what he is doing. Great attorney.

Posted by Milos | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney that you need!

My Attorney Oliver Soleiman helped me out a lot with my case, he went far and beyond for me and the end results are very very good and satisfying. He has exceptional expertise in his field and knows how to do his job without any doubt. I can’t thank him enough for his help. I strongly recommend and... encourage everyone who is hesitant and still doing the research, you have found the right person and a good law firm!

Posted by Moe | October 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Man of the People Who Fights to the End

Working with Oliver Soleiman was an absolute game-changer. From the moment I met him, I knew I was in the right hands. Professional, sharp, and genuinely invested in my case — Oliver brought confidence and calm to an otherwise stressful situation. He’s a go-getter with a fighter’s spirit, and when... it was time to stand up for me in court, he delivered. Oliver made sure I understood every step of the process, spoke honestly about expectations, and never once made me feel like “just another client.” He believed in my cause, fought for my rights, and got my case dismissed. Oliver is truly a man of the people, for the people, and he defends his clients with integrity, skill, and heart. You feel protected with him in your corner — and that makes all the difference. If you are ever in need of legal counsel, I highly recommend seeking out Oliver Soleiman. He’s straightforward, passionate, and relentless in his pursuit of justice. You couldn’t ask for a better advocate on your side.

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Lisa Dominick

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I knew instantly upon meeting Oliver in law school that he would be an outstanding attorney simply because of his hardworking nature and genuine interest in the law. As we progressed through law school, I watched him work diligently to earn a CALI excellence award and join the 3YP program, where he gained hands on experience with clients before even graduating. It was during this time that I realized just how much Oliver truly enjoyed interacting with his clients, taking the time to explain complex legal issues and advocating for their interests above all else. It is a combination of these qualities that makes Oliver a great attorney; he is truly passionate about helping his clients and isn't afraid to do the hard work in order to put his clients in the best position. Further, he is extremely easy to work and collaborate with which makes everyone around him perform better. Oliver would be an asset to any firm, just has he has been an asset to me throughout my legal journey."

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Lisa Dominick

Contracts and agreements lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.0 (Good)

Honors

2016

CALI Award 1st Amendment Freedom of Speech, CALI Excellence for the Future Award

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Senior Attorney, Michael Ettinger & Associates

2020 - Present

Attorney, MLG Law Group

Associations

2019 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

2019 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Advocate for Individuals Seeking Asylum

Majority of clients received asylum

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Education

2018

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

University of Arizona

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Depaul College of Law Newly Admitted Students Starting law school at DePaul

Languages

English

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