Omar A. Siddiqui
Top rated Business Litigation attorney in Costa Mesa, California
Practice Areas:
Business litigation,
Civil litigation,
General litigation,
Intellectual property,
Criminal defense,
Entertainment & sports,
Intellectual property litigation
Education Qualification:
Loyola Law School Los Angeles
Practice Areas:
Business litigation,
Civil litigation,
General litigation,
Intellectual property,
Criminal defense,
Entertainment & sports,
Intellectual property litigation
695 Town Center Drive, Park Tower, Suite 230Costa Mesa, California, 92626
First Admitted: 2001, California
Professional Webpage: https://www.usllp.com/Attorney-Profiles/Omar-A-Siddiqui.aspx
Bar/Professional Activity:
- BAR ADMISSIONS: California, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit; U.S. Supreme Court. PROFESSIONAL & LEGAL ASSOCIATIONS: State Bar of California, Litigation Section, Business Law Section American Bar Association (ABA) Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Group $1,000,000+ Million Dollar Trial Lawyers Group Beverly Hills Bar Association Entertainment Industry Experts Orange County Bar Association (OCBA) American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Infragard Los Angeles Member Alliance Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Los Angeles Cit. Academy Alumni Association; Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Cit. Academy Alumni Association
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Special Licenses/Certifications:
- FBI National Cit. Academy (USA) / Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), 2015
- FBI LA Citizens Academy (Los Angeles, CA) / Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), 2014
- Fullerton Police Cit. Academy, 2014
- National Leadership Academy (Washington D.C.) Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS), 2017
- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Academy -- Fullerton Fire Dept. / Dept. of Homeland Security / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 2017
- FE/ EIT Engineering Certification; California Dept. of Consumer Affairs
Honors/Awards:
- The Chief's Advisory Council provides the Chief of Police with a forum for police-community interaction aimed at addressing public safety issues and concerns, with the overall goal of enhancing the quality of life for our community.... members help to increase public awareness regarding policy issues that affect the equally diverse communities represented by the various members of the board.... their leadership is truly appreciated by the men and women of the Fullerton Police Department. - Bob Dunn, Chief of Police, City of Fullerton, Certificate of Appreciation, City of Fullerton / Fullerton Police Dept., 2021
- "Awarded for continuous professional recognition, an accomplishment realized by the TOP 5% of American Lawyers. All qualifying public recognitions of excellence are certified by The American Registry and include significant mentions in the press, honors by recognized trade groups, and acclaimed recognitions by peers or clients." - The American Registry, AMERICA'S MOST HONORED LAWYERS: TOP 5%, 2020, The American Registry, 2020
- U.S. Marine Corps. Honor Flag + Medallion presented to Omar Siddiqui, at U.S. Military Base Guantánamo Bay, Cuba ("GITMO"): “This is to certify the accompanying flag of the United States of America was flown over the Northeast Gate, which separates communist Cuba from the United States Naval Station, Guantánamo Bay Cuba. Here each day, United States Marines stand ready to protect the freedom for which so many have fought and died.” (Flag Flown December 5, 2019) -- Presented by R.P. McKenzie, Commanding Officer & J.R. Reed, Gunnery Sergeant [U.S. MARINE CORPS SECURITY FORCE], U.S. Marine Corps (Guantanamo Bay, Cuba) Honor Flag + Challenge Coin Medallion, U.S. Marine Corp/ U.S. Dept. of Defense (Pentagon), 2019
- "Presented to Omar Siddiqui, in honor of: The 2019 Chief's Advisory Council. On behalf of the 65th Assembly District, I commend you for your dedication and collaboration with the Fullerton Police Department to improve the safety and quality of life for Fullerton residents, business owners, and visitors. Congratulations!" - CA Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva (65th Dist.), Certificate of Recognition, California State Assembly (Sharon Quirk-Silva, 65th Dist.), 2019
- "In the name and by the authority of the State of Texas... certificate presented in honor of Omar Siddiqui's dedication and participation in the 2019 FBI National CAAA Leadership Conference." - Lt. Governor Dan Patrick (Houston, Texas), Certificate of Dedication & Participation, State of Texas, 2019
- "In recognition of your service on the Fullerton Chief's Advisory Council. Thank you for your dedication to public safety and the residents of the City of Fullerton. Best wishes." - Doug Chaffee (Supervisor, 4th Dist.), Certificate of Recognition, County of Orange, California, 2019
- "Presented in grateful recognition of Omar Siddiqui's service on the Fullerton Police Chief's Advisory Council. The Fullerton City Council and all the citizens of Fullerton thank you for your collaboration with the Board and the Fullerton Police Chief to ensure the safety and quality of life for the Fullerton community." - Mayor Jesus J. Silva, Certificate of Appreciation, City of Fullerton, California, 2019
- Silver-plated Chile presented "In recognition and appreciation of Omar Siddiqui" - FBI Albuquerque CAAA Board of Directors (Albuquerque, New Mexico), FBI ACAAA Recognition & Appreciation, FBI Albuquerque CAAA, 2018
- Presented to Omar Siddiqui for outstanding service as a Judge at the 63rd Annual Orange County Science & Engineering Fair (OC Fairgrounds; Costa Mesa, California), Certificate of Appreciation -- Judge, Orange County Science & Engineering Fair, 2018
- "For outstanding commitment, dedication, knowledge, spirit and service to the FBI Los Angeles CAAA" [2012 - 2017], FBI Service Award, FBI Los Angeles CAAA, 2017
- Attorney Journal (Vol. 133, 2017) Cover Feature: "The PROBLEM SOLVER: Scientist, Engineer, CIA Partner, FBI Advisor, and High-Profile Trial Lawyer -- Omar Sidiqui is Who Individuals, Businesses, and Even the Federal Government Turn to for Solutions to Complex Problems." Click Here: Attorney Journal: Attorney of the Month -- Omar Siddiqui [Cover Story], Attorney of the Month, Attorney Journal, 2017
- Keynote Speaker -- Martin Luther King Jr. Day. (CIA Headquarters; Langley, VA)"In recognition of your participation in the 2017 Diversity & Inclusion Celebration." w/ CIA Director John O. Brennan. , Certificate of Appreciation, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), 2017
- FBI + DEA: "Chasing the Dragon" Seminar Presentation, Certificate of Appreciation, Bethel Korean Church (Irvine, CA), 2017
- In a ceremony at FBI Headquarters (Washington DC) on April 15, 2016, FBI Director James B. Comey recognized Omar Siddiqui as recipient of the FBI Director’s Leadership Award. “You have done extraordinary good across communities in this country and have made a lasting difference,” said Director Comey. “Thank you for that good, thank you for what you represent, and thank you for inspiring not just the FBI but this entire country.”, FBI Director's Leadership Award, FBI Director James Comey (Federal Bureau of Investigation), 2016
- Medallion presented to Omar Siddiqui aboard the USS Alexandria (SSN 757) [Los Angeles Class Nuclear Attack Submarine]; United States Navy (Naval Base Point Loma; San Diego, California), USS Alexandria (SSN 757) Challenge Coin Medallion, U.S. Navy (Commanding Officer T.A. Santala), 2016
- "For providing counsel to the Chief of Police as a member of the Chief's Advisory Board. Your commitment to enhance the Police Department's effectiveness, community relationships, and improve the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit the City of Fullerton is appreciated and commendable." - Chief of Police Danny E. Hughes / Fullerton City Manager Joe Felz, Certificate of Appreciation, City of Fullerton/ Fullerton Police Dept., 2016
- "In appreciation of your participation and support leading to the success of the CIA & Orange County Operation Diversity." - Michelle Steel (Vice Chair & Supervisor, 2nd Dist.), Certificate of Appreciation, County of Orange - California, 2016
- "In recognition of your important contribution to the ongoing fight against hatred and intolerance in America.... [Omar Siddiqui] will be added to the Wall of Tolerance in Montgomery, Alabama, to provide inspiration to all those who choose to take a stand against hatred. Thank you for taking a stand." - Morris Dees (Founder, SPLC; Recipient Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Prize), Certificate of Appreciation, Southern Poverty Law Center, 2016
- Certificate of Participation, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), 2015
- "In recognition of your dedicated service... The FBI and the American people have been the beneficiaries of your professionalism and commitment, and we thank you for your continued support." - David L. Bowdich (FBI Assistant Director), FBI Certificate of Recognition, U.S. Dept. of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), 2015
- California State Assembly (Young Kim, 65th Dist.), Certificate of Recognition, California State Assembly, 2015
- (Ed Royce, 39th Dist): "U.S. Representative Ed Royce of California's 39th Congressional District commends you for your leadership and service to the community. Thank you for your great efforts in keeping our communities safe..." - Honorable Ed Royce (Member of Congress - 39th Dist.), Certificate of Congressional Recognition, U.S. House of Representatives, 2014
- (Ed Royce, 39th Dist), Certificate of Congressional Recognition, U.S. House of Representatives, 2014
- (Sharon Quirk-Silva, 65th Dist.), Certificate of Recognition, California State Assembly, 2014
- (Pakistan Consulate, Los Angeles), Certificate of Excellence, Consulate General of Pakistan, 2004
Educational Background:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) LAW -- Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University (Los Angeles, CA), 2000
- Master of Science (M.S.), Engineering - University of Southern California (USC), 1997
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Engineering -- University of Southern California (USC), 1995
- Law: Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology, 1997
- Engineering -- California State University, Long Beach, 1995
- Engineering -- University of California, Irvine, 1993
- Fullerton College, 1991
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
- Presenter/ Speaker: U.S. Congressional Candidate OMAR SIDDIQUI presented at the historic 2018 U.S. Congressional Candidate Conference at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Faculty and students from MIT, Stanford University, Northeastern University, and Wellesley College moderated panel discussions., Presenter/ Speaker, First We Marched, Then We Ran! (2018 U.S. Congressional Candidate Conference), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), 2019
- Speaker: FBI Leadership Conference (Houston, Texas), FBI National CAAA, 2019
- Speaker: FBI Meeting (Albuquerque, New Mexico), FBI Albuquerque CAAA, 2018
- Speaker: FBI Leadership Conference (San Antonio, Texas), FBI National CAAA, 2018
- Keynote Speaker: "Executive Power & National Security" (American Constitution Society), Loyola Law School (Los Angeles, CA), 2018
- Expert Speaker: FBI Advisor/ National Security Expert and former U.S. Congressional Candidate (CA-48) Omar Siddiqui presented on the topic of "Enviro-National Security -- environmental impacts on homeland security and local defense strategies." CA State Senator Kevin de Leon (& 2018 Candidate for U.S. Senate) presented on the panel with Mr. Siddiqui., Expert Speaker, Enviro-National Security: Environmental Impacts on Homeland Security & Local Defense Strategies, University of California Irvine (UCI), 2018
- Keynote Speaker: Central Intelligence Agency. Mission Diversity: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Diversity & Inclusion Celebration); (CIA Headquarters: Langley, Virginia), 2017
- The Problem Solver, Attorney Journal, 2017
- Instructor: Contract Drafting (Technology + Law), Loyola Law School (Los Angeles, CA), 2017
- Speaker: FBI Leadership Conference (Sacramento, California), FBI National CAAA, 2017
- Speaker: FBI Leadership Conference (Birmingham, Alabama), FBI National CAAA, 2016
- Speaker: FBI Leadership Conference (San Francisco, California), FBI National CAAA, 2015
- Speaker: FBI Leadership Conference (Indianapolis, Indiana), FBI National CAAA, 2014
- Speaker: Employer Civil Liability for Holiday Parties, Employer Advisory Council of Orange County, December 7, 2006; Speaker: Design Zone: ADA, Accidents and Arbitration, American Institue of Architects (AIA) Orange County Chapter, May 26, 2004; Speaker: Significant Trends and Cases Affecting the Architect, American Institue of Architects (AIA) Orange County Chapter, December 11, 2003
Other Outstanding Achievements:
- Federal Bureau of Investigation: Advisor/ Consultant [National Security/ Counter-Terrorism]
- Central Intelligence Agency (CIA): Partner/ Advisor
- InfraGard Alliance [FBI + Joint Regional Intelligence Center + OC Private Sector Terrorism Response Group]: Alliance Member
- Fullerton Police Dept.: Advisory Board Member (Police Chief's Advisory Board)
- Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University: Member, Board of Directors
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