Roya Samarghandi

Roya Samarghandi

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Child Abuse, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

About Roya

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 55%

Divorce, child custody, pre-marital and post-nuptial agreements

55%
Child Abuse 20%

DCFS Administrative Appeals

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 14 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2011

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

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Roya Samarghandi's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney. Powerful in the Courtroom!

I hired Ms. Samarghandi to represent me in a hearing to seal a criminal record. Before hiring her, I interviewed several attorneys and felt that there were trying to discourage me from pursuing the matter due to the nature of the crime. Ms. Samarghandi set realistic expectations and was very compassi...onate in her approach. She prepared a compelling argument for the hearing, and, in the end, we won, and my record was sealed. I am now able to move forward with my life without the stigma of a criminal record. If you want an attorney that can balance both the people side and the business side of the legal industry, I highly recommend her. Sincerely, DW

Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Excellent Service!

Roya Samarghandi was very helpful with a challenging and complex legal matter regarding getting an order of protection dismissed. Since I live in California, that made the situation even more difficult to navigate. Roya did an excellent job of answering all of our questions and was able to successf...ully complete the process in an expedient manner. Roya's strategy was efficient and effective. I appreciate all that she did to help me. Her communication was clear and timely. Her pricing structure was also very much appreciated. I highly recommend Roya Samarghandi.

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Roya Samarghandi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Scifo

Family lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had a highly contentious case for years that involved multiple family members and purported fraudulent activity. The previous opposing counsels in the matter did not understand the legal complexities: this resulted in further litigation and animosities, leading to further frivolous litigation. The matter seemed to be never-ending. Attorney Samarghandi became involved and with our collective efforts, this highly litigious matter settled in less than two (2) months. Without her involvement, I have no doubt the matter would be ongoing, for really no reason. Attorney Samarghandi's intellect and legal prowess resulted in a fair and honorable resolution for all to this matter. I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Samarghandi."

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Alyease Jones

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Roya! Roya represents her clients zealously and professionally. She is highly skilled in the areas of criminal law and family law. Roya is a positive attribute within the legal community."

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Daniel Hernandez

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Roya is a zealous advocate for her client while remaining reasonable and logical in strategies. I highly recommend her!"

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Joerika Stitt

Family lawyer

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Alyease Jones

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Daniel Hernandez

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2010

CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Comp Aspects of Conflicts, Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Volunteer Attorney, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

2015 - 2017

Volunteer Attorney, CARPLS

2011 - 2015

Supervisor, Contract Specialist, CDW Direct, LLC

2009 - 2009

Legal Extern, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

2009 - 2009

Legal Extern, Champaign County Public Defender's Office

2006 - 2008

Summer Associate, Graydon Head & Ritchey, LLC

Associations

2017 - Present

Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

Junior Board Member

2016 - Present

Family Defense Center

Volunteer

2016 - Present

First Defense Legal Aid

Volunteer

2015 - Present

Chicago Bar Foundation

Justice Entrepreneurs Project Participant

2015 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital

Adult Volunteer

2014 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2011

University of Nottingham School of Law

LLM

2010

University of Illinois College of Law

J.D.

2007

Miami University of Ohio

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2019

2018

Women and the Law

On My Own: Starting Your Solo Practice as a Female Attorney

2018

Criminal Law Committee

Criminal Law: Practical Information They Can't Teach in Law School

2018

ABA Law Practice Division

Expanding your Practice Offerings & Earnings through Unbunbling

2017

Future of the Profession Committee Meeting

CBA's Limited Scope Referral Panel

Publications

2019

American Bar Association GPSolo Magazine Limited Scope, (Almost Boundless) Opportunities

2018

Illinois Bar Journal Women Flying Solo

Languages

English

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