Overview


Saleema Muhammad (she/her) represents clients in Workers’ Compensation matters. Saleema’s approach to law is comprised of attentiveness and efficiency.

Saleema is a Chicago native. Saleema earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2017. She clerked for the Sixth Municipal District, Markham Courthouse in 2018 and 2019.

Saleema earned her Juris Doctor degree from The Pennsylvania State University, Penn State Law in 2021. She was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2021.

Prior to joining Nyhan, Saleema advised on contract matters in the financial industry. Thereafter, Saleema gained experience in the Workers’ Compensation practice area.

In her free time, Saleema enjoys baking and spending time with her family.

Professional Organizations

  • Chicago Bar Association
  • Black Women Lawyer Association
  • Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association