Elite Representation for
Complex Legal Challenges.
Whether it’s advice pertaining to high stakes litigation, Intellectual Property, Marital Property or ensuring you don’t become State Property, we can help protect you!
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Practice Areas
Comprehensive legal solutions for individuals and businesses.
Criminal Defense
From misdemeanors to complex felony cases. We protect your rights and your future when you face the power of the state.
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Navigating divorce and family law with sensitivity. We utilize cutting-edge automation to streamline the process.
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Commercial leases, closings, and landlord-tenant disputes. We represent buyers, sellers, and corporate entities.
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Entity formation, IP protection, and contracts. We help teams build better businesses from formation to exit.
Learn MorePersonal Injury
Recovering millions for clients injured due to negligence. We fight to make you whole again.
Learn MoreCivil Litigation
Federal and State court representation for complex disputes, contract breaches, and commercial conflicts.
Learn MoreArrest Assistance
Contact us in connection with an arrest or police contact. Federal and State court representation.
Contact UsInjured?
Contact us in connection with representation related to an injury, accident or instance of medical malpractice.
Contact UsGetting Married or Divorced?
Contact us in connection with representation in connection with a Divorce or Prenuptial Agreement.
Contact UsNot a Retail Law Firm
We do not take every case. We prioritize our current clients to ensure they receive the attention, strategy, and discretion they deserve.
“We do not owe anyone a call back because of their interest. We focus our time and resources on our current clients.”
This approach works with a small number of clients each year. It can be a culture shock to those used to dealing with lawyers who provide services in a “retail” manner. Whether it is a high-profile criminal matter or a sensitive matrimonial issue, we engage in discretion and dignified behavior as a winning formula.
Managing Attorney | Oeser-Sweat, P.C.
JAMEL OESER-SWEAT, ESQ.
FROM FOSTER CARE TO FEDERAL COURT
Jamel Oeser-Sweat is not your typical attorney. Rising from homelessness and the foster care system to become a Westinghouse Science Talent Search winner and a leading NYC attorney, Jamel brings unmatched resilience and analytical precision to every case. With over 23 years of experience, he combines the mind of a scientist with the heart of an advocate.
THE SCIENTIST-ATTORNEY
Before entering the courtroom, Jamel was a microbiologist. He is the co-author of DNA: Forensic and Legal Applications—a text cited by the FBI and foreworded by Nobel Laureate James Watson. This background gives him a distinct advantage in cases involving complex DNA evidence, intellectual property, and medical forensics.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Defense: High-profile cases including multi-country conspiracies, murder, and DNA-based allegations.
- Civil Litigation & Rights: Representing individuals in civil rights violations and personal injury.
- Corporate & Startup Law: Credited as a “father of the coworking movement,” advising startups and negotiating Fortune 100 contracts.
- Family & Matrimonial Law: Navigating complex domestic issues with compassion.
Education & Honors
- J.D., St. John’s University School of Law
- B.A., New York University (Samuel F.B. Morse Scholar)
- Selected Awards: NY Law Journal “Rising Star,” NASA-NAACP Superstar of Science, Co-subject of Documentary with Emmy Nomination (PBS Treasures of NY feature on Settlement Houses), Co-Inagural Samuel F.B. Morse Scholar at New York University, ALUMNI TRAILBLAZER AWARD – New York University 2018, Westinghouse Science Talent Search Winner – 10th Place, Eagle Scout and National Young American Award – Boy Scouts of America
Bar Admissions
- Supreme Court of the United States of America
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
- State Courts: New York, New Jersey
- Federal Courts: Eastern District of NY, Southern District of NY, District of New Jersey, District of Vermont
Community Service
- SCAN-HARBOR: Board President/CEO
- Northridge Cooperative Section No. II, Inc.: Board President
Start Your Intake Process
To serve you efficiently, we use a digital intake process. This allows us to filter inquiries and focus on clients we can truly help.
Office: 99 Madison Avenue, Suite 5021, New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-675-7955
Email: jamel at oesersweat.com
Note: We do not accept walk-ins. All consultations are by appointment only.