Omar A. Siddiqui

Practice areas

Business Litigation, Civil Litigation: Plaintiff, General Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Criminal Defense, Entertainment & Sports

Omar A. Siddiqui, an accomplished trial lawyer and engineer, stands as a founding partner at Siddiqui Law, a Prof. Corp. (formerly Ulwelling Siddiqui LLP). His noteworthy presence extends to prominent media circuits, including television, radio, and newspapers, where he features prominently due to his high-profile cases. With a formidable presence in the courtroom, Siddiqui holds admission to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and boasts multiple designations as a “Super Lawyer,” spanning the years 2009 through 2023.

At the core of Siddiqui’s legal practice lies a focus on trial advocacy and litigation in both state and federal courts across the nation. His extensive repertoire encompasses a diverse array of legal areas, such as civil and business litigation, corporate law, criminal defense, entertainment, sports, and media law, as well as intellectual property, labor and employment, cyber law, science and technology law, environmental law, real estate law, tort and personal injury law, and construction law.

Siddiqui’s academic journey culminated in a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University. Notably, he actively contributes to the Loyola Law School Board of Directors. His legal acumen developed further through roles as a senior litigation associate at a prominent law firm and as a judicial clerk for the United States District Court and the Superior Court of California (Orange County), offering him a profound understanding of both federal and state court systems.

With a multidisciplinary background, Siddiqui is also a civil, computer, and environmental engineer, holding Master of Science (M.S.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees in Engineering from the University of Southern California (USC). As a co-founder and former President of a computer manufacturing and consulting firm, he amassed comprehensive experience in computer engineering, including hardware, software, and technology development. Siddiqui further augmented his engineering expertise as a Civil and Environmental Engineer at a renowned engineering firm, contributing to numerous design projects.

Beyond his legal and engineering pursuits, Siddiqui serves as an advisor and consultant to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on matters of national security and counter-terrorism. He also collaborates as an advisor and partner with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Recognized for his role as a frontline defender in national security, Siddiqui has been the recipient of numerous accolades, awards, and Certificates of Congressional Recognition from entities such as the U.S. House of Representatives, the California State Assembly, the CIA, and the Department of Justice and FBI. Notably, he was honored with the prestigious FBI Director’s Leadership Award in April 2016. Siddiqui’s interactions with President Joe Biden and President Barack Obama, including meetings at the White House, are marked by friendly recognition, with the President affectionately referring to him as “The Lawyer.”

In the political arena, Siddiqui pursued a candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives for California’s 48th District during 2017 and 2018, ranking among the top five out of over sixteen candidates in the primary elections.

Siddiqui’s professional prowess spans the gamut from straightforward transactions to intricate, high-stakes litigation, including collaborations with the FBI and the CIA. His reputation as an adept problem solver is underscored by his roles as a Trial Lawyer, Engineer, and Scientist, forming a potent equation for innovative solutions, exhaustive investigations, and strategic case management.