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Shifa Jamal Alkhatib

HKM Employment Attorneys LLP • Phoenix, AZ
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Contact

Email
Phone
(877) 447-9131
Address
1 N 1st Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, US

Professional

About

Shifa Jamal Alkhatib is the managing partner at HKM Employment Attorneys LLP, located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. Specializing in employment law, Ms. Alkhatib is committed to representing employees in various aspects of their workplace rights, ensuring they receive fair treatment and justice in employment-related matters. Before her role at HKM, Ms. Alkhatib honed her legal skills as a Public Defender for Maricopa County, where she gained invaluable jury trial experience. This background has equipped her with the courtroom expertise necessary to advocate fiercely for her clients. A graduate of the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2013, Ms. Alkhatib was actively involved in various impactful initiatives during her studies. She contributed her talents to the Arizona Justice Project, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and the Clark County Public Defender’s Office. Furthermore, her internship with an international NGO focused on prisoner rights deepened her understanding of justice and advocacy. In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Alkhatib plays an active role in her community. She serves as a board member for the Homeless Legal Assistance Project and holds the position of Treasurer for the Central Arizona National Lawyers Guild. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her commitment to social justice and the legal rights of marginalized communities. With her extensive experience and dedication to employment law, Shifa Jamal Alkhatib is a trusted advocate for employees navigating complex legal challenges in Arizona.

About Criminal Defense Law

Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.

Credentials

Education
2013 Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2010 Arizona State University Global Studies
Languages
Arabic

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2012 Book Scholarship, CLLSA
Publications
2011 Law Journal for Social Justice Torture of Children upon Interrogation
Associations
Homeless Legal Assistance Project National Lawyers Guild
Speaking
2013 International Law Weekend Globalization of Child Rights
Updated: Mar 26, 2026