Meet The Muslim Legal Team

With Muslim Legal, rest assured you can feel comfortable, safe, and confident knowing that your needs are in the best hands. Get in touch with us today — we look forward to hearing from you.

Meet Our Team

United by a shared vision of making ethical faith based legal solutions accessible to all.

Hassan Shibly, ESQ.

Founder and Lead Attorney

Hassan Shibly, a Syrian American Immigrant, is an internationally recognized civil rights attorney and non-profit consultant with over a decade of advocacy experience.

Mahira Khan, ESQ.

Estate Planning, Of-Counsel

Mahira Q. Khan is an attorney licensed in Florida and Texas, primarily focusing on estate planning, probate, and non-profit work at the firm. Mahira’s experience includes financial services, credit, and property litigation, in addition to immigration and family law.

Sharif Elkalbani, ESQ.

PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY, OF-COUNSEL

Sharif Alkalbani is a practicing attorney in the state of Florida. He has a passion for vindicating injured people and thus has focused on litigation within the space of personal injury law and cases. ‍

Danyel Dean

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Danyel is a nationally certified mediator with a specialty in family law. She is a Florida state notary and is serving as office administrator. She is currently finishing up her first year of law school at the California School of Law.

Khaleel Qandeel, ESQ.

Of Counsel - Licensed in Illinois & Minnesota

Khaleel M. Qandeel is the Principal Attorney at Qandeel Law Firm, PLLC and is licensed to practice law in Illinois and Minnesota. Khaleel practices in a variety of areas such as Landlord-Tenant Law, Estate Planning, Business & Contract Law, and Family Law, and provides General Counsel services to businesses looking to manage legal risks and obligations. Khaleel has a broad and diverse set of experiences that inform his work as an attorney. Before starting Qandeel Law Firm, Khaleel was an associate attorney at prestigious Chicago and Twin Cities law firms handling a variety of transactional, regulatory, compliance, and litigation matters for small and large businesses as well as individuals. Khaleel earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) with honors from the University of Illinois College of Law and his undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. He also completed his mediation certification through the Center for Conflict Resolution in Chicago. Khaleel serves clients in English and Arabic and always advocates for efficient and cost-effective legal solutions to complex matters.

Stephanie Roenisch

FAMILY LAW PARALEGAL

Stephanie Roenisch is an experienced seasoned Paralegal. She knows how important your legal matter is and is driven to provide excellent client communication first and foremost. Her experience with procedures in all Florida courts, and other states as well, makes her a strong asset for our team. Stephanie was driven to pursue her Paralegal degree from her passion for helping people during life-altering times, and a keen interest specifically in Family Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law, Personal Injury Law, and many more areas of law. She has been working as a Paralegal for twenty years and in that time has assisted many people with their legal matters. Stephanie was educated at the Florida Community College Jacksonville, gaining her Associate in Science and in Arts, and specifically specializing in Pre-Law. Stephanie attended Everest Vocational School in Jacksonville, Florida, where she gained her Paralegal Degree. Stephanie has worked with some of the most respectable Firms in Jacksonville, Florida, and surrounding areas. Originally born in Decatur, Alabama, Stephanie now loves residing in “The Sunshine State”, Jacksonville, Florida, and has been living there with her family since she was a young child. She enjoys spending her free time with her two adult sons, Jared and Aaron, two grandsons, Jared Jr. and Aaron Jr., her immediate family who also reside in Jacksonville, Florida, playing and watching sports, relaxing at the beach, attending Church, volunteering in her local community for those in need, and working in the legal field assisting clients with their private legal matters.

Adham A. Yennes, ESQ.

OF counsel

Adham A. Yennes, ESQ., is the Principal Attorney at Yennes Law, PLLC and is licensed to practice law in Florida. Adham practices in a variety of areas such as Landlord-Tenant Law, Real Estate, Intellectual Property and provides General Counsel services to businesses looking to manage legal risks and obligations. Adham specializes in Contract Law and has nearly a decade of experience in Drafting, Reviewing, and Negotiating Contracts.

Zuneera Masood is the Founder & Managing Partner at Lighthouse Legal Consultancy, and is licensed to practice law in North Dakota and pending license in Maryland. Zuneera practices in a variety of areas such as Regulatory Compliance, Business & Tax Law, provides legal support in areas of Civil Litigation and Family Law, and provides General Counsel services to businesses looking to manage legal risks and obligations. Zuneera is also a Professor at Wilmington University where she teaches courses such as Cyber Law. Zuneera has a diverse spectrum of experiences that informs her work as a legal professional. Prior to establishing Lighthouse Legal Consultants, Zuneera served as Deputy Attorney General in the Delaware Department of Justice serving in the Misdemeanor Trial Unit in the Criminal Division and completed her time in the Investor Protection Unit in the Fraud & Consumer Protection Division. Thereafter Zuneera was In-House Counsel at a bank fintech company handling a variety of matters from regulatory issue

Anita earned her Juris Doctor degree from Ave Maria School of Law and has been practicing Family Law since. She has a bachelor’s degree majoring in Sociology and minoring in Criminal Justice from SUNY Albany. While in law school, she was a member of the Moot Court Board, Student Bar Association and Phi Alpha Delta.

Nouhad Assoud

Immigration Paralegal

Nouhad is a dedicated immigration paralegal with a law degree from Lebanon and a deep, personal understanding of the immigration and naturalization process. Having navigated these challenges firsthand, Nouhad approaches each case with compassion, diligence, and a commitment to helping others achieve their immigration goals. Trained through the University of South Florida’s Corporate Training and Professional Education program, Nouhad specializes in family-based immigration, employment visas, and student visas. As the founder of Scalesmith Paralegal Solutions, Nouhad provides knowledgeable and personalized support to individuals and families seeking a better future.

Toyine L. Williams, CP

Estate Planning, Personal Injury and Civil Law paralegal

Toyine, is a paralegal with over 8 years of experience  in a wide range of practice areas including Code and Ordinances, Estate Planning, Personal Injury and Civil Law. Toyine has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and a Paralegal Certificate from the University of South Florida. Toyine supports the attorneys in all avenues needed and is proud to give clients legal support during their times of desideratum.

Ashraf W. Nubani, ESQ

immigration OF counsel

Ashraf W. Nubani, Esq., with over 25 years of legal experience, leads the Immigration Practice at Muslim Legal, a firm dedicated to serving the diverse needs of its community and beyond. He is admitted to practice law in Virginia and New York, as well as several federal courts. His extensive expertise spans all facets of immigration law, including family-based petitions, employment visas, asylum cases, deportation defense, and naturalization processes. Mr. Nubani is fluent in both Arabic and English, allowing him to effectively communicate with a broader range of clients.

His educational qualifications include a Master’s Degree in History, which provides a deep understanding of the historical contexts influencing immigrants, immigration patterns, and policies. Additionally, his background in Islamic Religious Leadership equips him with insights into the cultural and religious considerations pertinent to their clients.

Navigating the complexities of U.S. immigration law requires not only legal acumen but also cultural sensitivity and personalized attention. Mr. Nubani’s comprehensive experience ensures that clients receive tailored strategies to achieve their immigration goals. At Muslim Legal, the focus is on prioritizing clients’ aspirations and challenges. Mr. Nubani is dedicated to guiding clients through the immigration process with professionalism, empathy, and unwavering support.

With Muslim Legal, rest assured you can feel comfortable, safe, and confident knowing that your needs are in the best hands. Get in touch with us today — we look forward to hearing from you.

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