Attorney Profile

Purposeful Legal Guidance for Families & Busineses

We are a New York-based law firm committed to helping individuals, families, and small businesses build lasting stability through thoughtful, practical legal counsel. Every client we serve deserves clarity, strategy, and an advocate who genuinely cares about the outcome.

Who We Are

A Firm Built on Purpose

At Smith & Singleton Law LLC, we believe the law should be a tool that works for you, not something that feels out of reach. Founded by attorney and entrepreneur Jermel Singleton, and joined by partner Shakierah Smith, our firm brings together a unique blend of legal expertise, real-world business experience, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.

Our practice spans immigration law, business law, real estate law, and family law. Whether you are pursuing permanent residency, protecting a business you have worked hard to build, navigating a real estate transaction, or planning for your family’s future, we approach every matter with the same clarity, care, and personal attention you deserve.

We understand that the decisions families and entrepreneurs face are deeply personal and often time-sensitive. Our goal is simple: to open doors, protect rights, and help our clients build lasting stability in the United States and beyond.

“We are here to help individuals, families, and small businesses build the lasting stability and success they deserve.

Who We Are

Meet the Attorneys

Jermel Singleton, Esq.

Founder & Managing Attorney (New Jersey)

Jermel Singleton is an attorney and entrepreneur who brings a rare combination of legal training, financial expertise, and real-world business experience to every client relationship.

Shakierah Smith, Esq.

Founder & Managing Attorney in (New York)

Shakierah Smith is an attorney whose background in commercial real estate, public interest advocacy, and community legal work shapes her thoughtful and client-centered approach to every matter she handles.

What We Do

Our Practice Areas

Our team brings focused experience across four interconnected areas of law, allowing us to serve clients at every stage of life and business growth.

Immigration Law

Guiding individuals, families, and employers through visas, Green Card applications, naturalization, adjustment of status, and removal defense with clarity and care.

Business Law

Helping entrepreneurs structure, protect, and confidently grow their businesses with sound legal foundations, contracts, and ongoing counsel.

Real Estate Law

Guiding clients through residential and commercial transactions, drawing on deep experience in both legal practice and the real estate industry.

Family Law

Providing compassionate, practical counsel on the legal matters that affect families most, with a focus on clear communication and your long-term wellbeing.

What We Do

What Sets Us Apart

Clarity First

Legal matters can feel overwhelming. We break things down in plain language so you always understand where you stand and what your options are.

Real-World Experience

Our team’s backgrounds in finance, real estate, and community advocacy mean we understand your situation from multiple angles, not just a legal one.

Genuine Investment

We are a small, dedicated team and we take your goals personally. You will always work with an attorney who knows your name and your story.

Guiding You Through Every Legal Milestone.

Ready to work with Shakierah? Reach out today and let us help you find the right path forward.

Smith & Singleton Law

Based on 17 reviews

Peter Wang

Jermel is the most reliable, responsible, and professional attorney we have worked with. He treated us as if we were his own family; and spent day and night (yes, he met us one night after 9 pm at his office for an urgent matter). We highly recommend him without any reservations.

Javier El-Hage

Jermel is exactly the kind of lawyer you want in your corner. He brings both top-tier legal training and a practical, business-minded approach. As a NYC real estate brokerage owner (Nieuw Nederlandts Realty LLC), I’ve personally benefited from his advice—he’s helped us reach the next level. His background at one of NYC’s top Big Law real estate firms (Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP) gives him a level of knowledge, experience, and sophistication that truly sets him apart.

Jonah Nagrotsky

Jermel provided exceptional legal services that exceeded my expectations in every respect. From the outset, he demonstrated a deep command of the law, paired with a thoughtful and strategic approach to my matter. He took the time to clearly explain complex issues, ensuring I felt informed and confident at every stage of the process.

What stood out most was Jermel’s responsiveness and professionalism. He was consistently accessible, detail-oriented, and proactive—anticipating challenges before they arose and addressing them with precision. His ability to balance big-picture strategy with meticulous execution is a rare and valuable combination.

Beyond his technical expertise, Jermel brings a strong sense of integrity and genuine care for his clients. It was clear that he was fully invested in achieving the best possible outcome, and his dedication showed in the results he delivered.

I would highly recommend Jermel to anyone seeking high-caliber legal representation. He is an outstanding attorney and a trusted advisor.

Ashé Koran

Every communication with this law firm has been a positive one. Mr. Singleton is a man of his word. It’s good to have a lawyer who is both trustworthy and understanding.

Chanel Powell

Incredible client driven service. Professional, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and delivers fast results. Jermel handled our deed and worked directly with our mortgage company to ensure everything was good to go. He went above and beyond to ensure our needs were met and exceeded our expectations. This firm will definitely be my go to for any services I or my family needs.

Erick Alvarez

It was a pleasure to work with such a professional. Thank you for all your help. Got my family immigration case settle really fast.

Mark Diana

Jermel is a highly skilled and experienced attorney. He is super easy to talk to and can explain the complexities of legal issues in terms that make it easy to understand. Highly recommend Jermel!

Morgan Mitchell

I had a great experience working with JSingleton Law. Jermel provided me with clear, practical advice on one of my properties in Brooklyn and helped resolve everything quickly. He’s professional, easy to talk to, and really knows his stuff when it comes to real estate. Highly recommend!

Laura Medina

Professional and transparent. My experience has been nothing but positive with excellent communication. I have been explained everything in detail to make sure I know what’s going on in my case. It has definitely been a 5 star experience during this confusing and difficult time. Thank you so much.

Jay T

I’ve worked with Jermel for years, and he’s as good as they come. Sharp, responsive, and genuinely invested in his clients.

Whether it’s navigating business contracts or providing strategic guidance, Jermel’s approach is thoughtful, thorough, and always in your best interest. You won’t find many attorneys who combine that level of expertise with such a grounded, client-first attitude. Highly recommend JSingleton Law.