Specialist in State Security Court Matters and Criminal Cases in Jordan
Attorney Amer Halaseh is regarded as one of Jordan’s leading specialists in criminal law, with extensive experience in complex criminal cases, particularly matters falling within the jurisdiction of the State Security Court. His practice combines substantial judicial experience with practical defense work in criminal matters.
He began his legal career by registering with the Jordan Bar Association in 1995 and obtained his license to practice law in 1997. He then practiced across various criminal and advisory fields before later entering judicial service.
In 2003, Attorney Amer Halaseh was selected to serve as a judge within the military judiciary.
During his judicial career, he heard and adjudicated a significant number of complex criminal cases and contributed to the issuance of numerous judicial decisions that helped shape important legal principles in judicial practice. In 2026, he chose to return to the practice of law, drawing on his extensive judicial experience to provide legal defense and specialized legal advice in criminal matters and State Security Court cases.
His previous judicial experience has given him a detailed understanding of proceedings before the State Security Court, strengthening his ability to provide effective representation in these matters.
Amer Halaseh Law Firm draws on a judicial and legal career spanning more than 30 years. Through practice before the Jordanian courts and extensive experience across legal fields, Attorney Amer Halaseh has developed a thorough command of statutory interpretation, legal doctrine, and the practical application of the law.
We believe that justice is a right shared by all. Our foremost mission is to defend those who have been wronged and protect their rights, drawing on our extensive experience in case analysis and the development of effective legal solutions.
At Amer Halaseh Law Firm, we are committed to sound legal analysis in every matter, regardless of its complexity, and we place our clients’ interests first. Our specialized team provides legal support informed by the latest Jordanian legislation and its practical application, giving clients confidence that their matters are in capable hands.
Attorney Amer Halaseh personally oversees every case, paying close attention to the legal and procedural details of each file. This approach enables the firm to provide appropriate legal representation and pursue the best possible outcome in each matter. Our practice is grounded in a professional relationship of trust and transparency, giving clients confidence that their cases are managed with care and full accountability.
For further information or specialized legal advice, please contact us. We are pleased to place our legal experience at your service, providing advice and support that advance your interests and protect your rights.
Over more than two decades, Attorney Amer Halaseh held a succession of judicial positions, making legal, intellectual, and scholarly contributions throughout his service. As a Presiding Judge of a State Security Court panel, he participated in deciding some of the most complex cases. He received a number of letters of appreciation and commendation during his career, most recently being selected in 2024 to receive the Administrative and Technical Proficiency Badge from the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces.
Attorney Amer Halaseh holds the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification from the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), the leading international professional certification in anti-money laundering and financial crime prevention.