Azadeh Akbari, J.D.

Founding Board Member

Dehkhoda Educational Foundation

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Azadeh Akbari is a seasoned attorney and the founder of Akbari Law, Ltd., where she brings compassion, strategy, and strength to her family law practice. As a Founding Board Member of the Dehkhoda Educational Foundation, Azadeh offers invaluable leadership rooted in justice, advocacy, and community empowerment.

Azadeh earned her undergraduate degree from Temple University in 2009 and her Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2015. During law school, she distinguished herself by earning several CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Legal Writing IV, Trial Advocacy, Children & Divorce, and Family Law. She also served as an extern for the Honorable Raul Vega in the post-decree domestic relations division of the Cook County courthouse, deepening her understanding of family law and the judicial system.

Following law school, Azadeh joined a nationally recognized Tier-1 family law firm in Chicago, where she practiced for over three years. In 2018, she founded Akbari Law, Ltd., building a reputation as a versatile and skilled practitioner. Whether litigating complex cases in court or guiding clients through mediation and collaborative processes, Azadeh is known for empowering her clients with knowledge and confidence.

Her commitment to service extends beyond the courtroom. In 2017, she helped the Chicago Bar Association organize its Law Week “Meet the Judges” reception and Liberty Bell Award presentation while raising awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month. In 2018, she taught a deposition workshop for CPAs and forensic analysts at the AICPA National Conference. She currently serves as Vice Chair of the Chicago Bar Association’s Domestic Relations Committee.

As a member of the Dehkhoda Educational Foundation’s founding board, Azadeh brings both professional excellence and a deep connection to Iranian heritage. She is proud to honor the legacy of Ali Akbar Dehkhoda through her work, helping to advance the Foundation’s mission of peace, progress, and prosperity.