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Zulu Abdullah Ali

4.4
Rating: 5.3

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury, Litigation

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

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Zulu Abdullah Ali's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

5 star (23)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (4)

Posted by Yusuf-Tahir | November 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Counsel Review

I must recommend The Law offices of Zulu Ali They’re a Strong, firm and straight to the point. Mr Ali started off and Ms Whitney followed up. They do NOT play. They will not allow you to be taking advantage of. They fought long and hard to get me back to my family. Thank you for all your help.

Posted by Avah danne | November 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unprofessional and Disrespectful Attorney!!!!!!!!

I wish I could give zero stars. Our experience with Zulu Ali and his office has been the absolute worst nightmare for my family and me. From the start, he took advantage of our vulnerability, knowing we had limited legal knowledge, and convinced us to pay thousands of dollars for a case he claimed to... be preparing. It turns out, the case he was working on had nothing to do with the situation at hand. Throughout the process, he was extremely disrespectful, unreliable, and unprofessional. His behavior included outright lies, yelling at me to my face, and constantly making excuses for his lack of action. The office itself was incredibly disorganized, and communication was a constant struggle. To make matters worse, Zulu Ali failed to show up for court multiple times, further delaying my Husband case by continuously filing for extensions. It has been several months since we made the decision to fire him, and while the experience was devastating, we are finally moving forward. Thankfully, through our own fight and perseverance, my Husband is now free, and we are determined to expose the misconduct and chaos that take place in Zulu Ali’s office. If you are considering his services, I strongly urge you to read the consistent negative reviews and do your research on the state bar website of prior misconduct. The reviews all highlight similar issues, which cannot be a coincidence. It’s disheartening to see false positive reviews likely written by family or friends to mask the truth. I have connected with others who have also had terrible experiences with Zulu Ali, and their stories mirror ours. Please save yourself the stress, heartache, and financial loss. A public defender would put in more effort and care than this attorney. Zulu Ali should not be allowed to practice law. His actions have caused unnecessary pain and suffering for my family and others. I have documented proof of his unprofessional conduct and plan to make it public in the near future to ensure that no one else falls victim to his deceptive practices. For the sake of your loved ones and your legal fight, avoid this attorney at all costs.

Posted by Jalil | May 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

This lawyer is not recommended

This lawyer will destroy your life, he took ten thousand dollars from me and instead of suing the thieves, he sued an unrelated person and the court dismissed the case. Three years of my life and money was wasted and he is unresponsive and does not respond to emails. I have to file a complaint ag...ainst this incompetent lawyer.

Posted by Andrew | October 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Liars the whole law office

I hired Zulu ali to do my direct appeal I asked him from the beginning how much for appeal and to do a writ he gave me a price and did the appeal and filed a motion to get off my case for and refused to give me any of my money

Posted by Maria | March 2, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Professional Lawyer

He is very professiona, good, kind lawyer. I love to consult with him for my family problems. And he is doing his best job. Thank you

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Zulu Abdullah Ali's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel An

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Most lawyers I've met will not go the distance for their clients. Mr. Ali will take the necessary risks and do whatever he can to obtain justice. He is an honorable man and fellow Marine."

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Kenneth Roberts

Litigation lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Good friend and good lawyer. I have known him many years. He was one of my law students in law school and we have kept in touch over the years."

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Maleha Khan-Avila

Immigration lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Ali is a professional hardworking attorney with years of valuable experience. He relentlessly and vigorously advocates for every client with intense passion and commitment. His strive for justice is profound and he will be a leading advocate in social justice."

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Masood-Ur Khan

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Zulu is an excellent criminal defense attorney who knows his stuff. He is zealous and goes to great lengths to advocate for his clients."

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Omar Sharif

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Zulu Ali is a true member of the community. He cares for the needs of his clients and represents them zealously. His background as a former police officer and a United States Marine give him special expertise on the inner workings of the criminal justice system. Mr. Ali's staff are also friendly and helpful, they keep clients updated on the progress of their cases, are supportive and helpful every step of the way."

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Mohammad Qazi

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Zuli Ali is one of the hardest working attorneys I have ever met. He goes above and beyond what is required to get positive results for his clients."

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Mohammad Qazi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Masood-Ur Khan

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Luvell Glanton

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Experience

Rating:  5.3 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2021

updated on 09/10/2021

This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.

Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2015

updated on 03/17/2015

A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.

Sample of Legal Cases

In re I.N.

Appeal granted- case remanded back to Immigration Court after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals

In re J.P.

Cancellation of Removal granted by Immigration Judge

In re V.M.

Cancellation of Removal granted by Immigration Judge

In re A.M.

Withholding of Removal granted by Immigration Judge

In re Z.N.

Withholding of Removal granted by Immigration Judge

In re J.D.

Cancellation of Removal granted by Immigration Judge

In re V.A.

Appeal granted- case remanded back to Immigration Court after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals and 9th Circuit

In re J.K.

Asylum granted by Immigration Judge

In re P.M.

Asylum granted by Immigration Judge

In re I.L.

Cancellation of Removal granted by Immigration Judge

In re I.C.

Withholding of Removal granted by Immigration Judge

In re J.A.

Appeal granted- remand from the Board of Immigration Appeals as to Voluntary Departure after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals

In re E.L.

Appeal granted- remand from the Board of Immigration Appeals for Asylum case after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals

In re D.G.

Appeal granted- remand from the Board of Immigration Appeals for Asylum case after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals

In re A.M.

Appeal granted - remand from the BIA for Asylum case after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals; Deferral of Removal under U.N. Convention Against Torture GRANTED after remand by BIA

In re C.Y.

Appeal granted- remand from the Board of Immigration Appeals for Asylum case after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals

In re J.Z.

Appeal granted- remand from the Board of Immigration Appeals for Asylum case after appealing deportation order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals

In re I.A.

Appeal granted- remand from the Board of Immigration Appeals as to bond after appealing order by Immigration Judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals

People v. A.B.

Charges dismissed

People v. A.P

Charges dismissed

People v M.C.

Motion to Withdraw Guilty Plea granted, plea of guilty withdrawn and not guilty plea entered

People v. K.A.

Reduced from Felony to Misdemeanor Sentence: Summary probation for 36 months

Case: People v. R.Q.

Motion to Withdraw Guilty Plea granted, plea of guilty withdrawn and not guilty plea entered

People v. R.Q.

Outcome: Hung Jury- Court declares mistrial; retried and found NOT GUILTY at second jury trial.

People v. H.B.

Outcome: Count 1 aquitted and Count 2 remanded and dismissed

People v. Q.B.

Hung Jury and charges dismissed

People v. F.C.

Both counts dismissed

People v. F.C.

Hung Jury and charges dismissed

People v. W.A.

Counts 1 and 3 dismissed and Count 2 found NOT GUILTY by Jury

People v. M.W.

Charges dismissed

Case: People v. T.W.

Aquitted/ Found NOT GUILTY by Jury

People v. M.C.

Hung Jury

People v. M.C.

Charges dismissed

Case: People v. J.D.

Outcome: Facing 3 strikes and 25 years to life in state prison but was able to settle for 2 years in state prison

People v. I.R.

Charges dismissed

C.K. vs. E.R., Inc.

Verdict in favor of Client, Plaintiff and was awarded $39,704.32 in damages

C.L. vs. N.E.

Verdict in favor of Client, Defendant

S.G. and I.G. vs. G.T.R.E., Inc.

Verdict in favor of Client, Defendant

In re A.Q.

Adjustment of Status granted by Immigration Judge

In re M.O.

Motion to reopen case granted by Immigration Judge after criminal conviction withdrawn. Proceedings then terminated by Immigration Judge.

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