Soujoud C. Hamade is the founding partner of HNH Law Group, PLLC. She advises business owners, entrepreneurs, investors, and nonprofit organizations on commercial transactions, real estate, contracts, corporate governance, franchise matters, trademarks, and regulatory compliance.
Soujoud works with clients at every stage of a business’s development. She helps form new entities, establish agreements among owners, negotiate commercial leases and property purchases, protect brands, and structure the contracts that support daily operations and growth. Her work includes commercial leases, real estate purchase and sale agreements, operating agreements, business purchase agreements, franchise documents, licensing agreements, and other commercial contracts.
Clients turn to Soujoud for clear advice on decisions that carry lasting consequences. She takes time to understand the business behind each matter, explain the practical effect of proposed terms, and identify issues before they become disputes. Her goal is to help clients enter agreements with a sound understanding of both the opportunity and the risk.
Before founding HNH Law Group, Soujoud practiced at Dykema Gossett, where she worked on legislative drafting, regulatory research, nonprofit matters, and legal issues involving public and private clients. Her earlier experience in the Michigan Legislature and public policy gives her insight into how laws are developed and put into practice.
Soujoud also served as Director of Safety and Compliance for Glorious Cannabis Co., one of Michigan’s largest and most sophisticated cultivation operations. Working with executive and operations leadership, she developed policies and procedures, conducted internal audits, managed licensing matters, and helped implement complex regulatory requirements. Today, she brings that operational perspective to clients navigating regulated industries.
In addition to her business practice, Soujoud serves as of counsel to nonprofit organizations, advising on governance, organizational structure, contracts, and compliance. She values helping organizations establish the legal foundations they need to pursue their missions with confidence.
Soujoud served as the inaugural president of the Michigan Chapter of the National Arab American Bar Association, helping grow its membership from approximately 50 to more than 250. She now serves as the chapter’s chair and on NAABA’s national board. She is also vice chair of the MENA Chamber of Commerce. Her previous board service includes the Dearborn Public School Education Foundation, Al Nadwa Foundation, and the Arc of Northwestern Wayne. She also served as treasurer of the Iraqi American Foundation.
Soujoud was named a Michigan Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 and was recognized by Michigan Celebrates Small Business in 2026. Her honors also include the Advocate for Humanity Award from the Arab American Civil Rights League, recognition in Arab America Foundation’s 30 Under 30, and recognition for pro bono service from the State Bar of Michigan.
Whether a client is starting a business, negotiating a major agreement, investing in property, or guiding a nonprofit, Soujoud brings careful legal work, candid advice, and a commitment to understanding what the client is trying to achieve.
Memberships & Involvement:
- President of the Michigan Chapter of the National Arab American Bar Association
- Board Member of National Arab American Bar Association
- Board Member of Al Nadwa Foundation
- Member of the Arab American Political Action Committee
- Member of the Lebanese Chamber of Commerce
- Member of the State Bar of Michigan
- Member of the American Bar Association
- Former Board Member of the Dearborn Education Foundation
- Former Board Member of the Arc of Northwestern Wayne
- Former Board Member of the MENA Chamber of Commerce
- Former Treasurer of the Iraqi American Foundation
Speaking Engagements:
- Interviewee, Affinity Bar Leadership Podcast Series: Working Toward Nine, Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, 01/14/2025
- Moderator, Panel Discussion: Pharma Reimbursement, MENA American Chamber of Commerce, 04/22/2024
- Panelist, Alumni Panel: Spartan Lawyer Leaders, Michigan State University – College of law, 04/17/2024
- Moderator, Trial Practice: Do’s and Don’ts, Michigan Chapter of the National Arab American Bar Association, 09/18/2023
- Panelist, Diversity in the Law, University of Detroit Mercy, 03/22/2023
- Panelist, Representation: Then and Now, Michigan Lawyers Weekly, 03/09/2022
- Speaker, Cannabis Workshop & Conference, City of Inkster and HNH Law Group, 3/05/2022
- Panelist, Attorneys in Practice, Middle Eastern & North African Law Students Association of University of Michigan Law, 02/22/2022
- Panelist, First Generation Attorneys, Wayne State Muslim Law Student Association, 11/19/2021
- Panelist, Critical Conversations: A Discussion on Best Practices for DE&I in Law Firms, Michigan State College of Law Seminar, 11/15/2021
- Moderator, Arab American Women on Taking Charge in the World of Nonprofits, Connect Arab America Empowerment Summit, 11/13/2021
- Panelist, Law and the Intersectionality of Culture & Religion, Oakland County Bar Association, 10/27/2021
- Panelist, Seminar on Law and Government Professions, Michigan State University College of Arts & Letters, 11/05/2020
- Panelist, 2020 Arab American Law Student 3azoomeh, National Arab American Bar Association, 10/08/2020
Honors & Awards:
- Certificate of Special Senatorial Recognition, Senator Gary C. Peters
- Proclamation, Office of Wayne County Executive
- Special Tribute, Office of State Representatives Erin Byrnes and Alabas Farhat
- Honorary Citation, City of Dearborn
- Plaque of Recognition, Michigan Chapter of the National Arab American Bar Association
- 2025 Michigan Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
- Advocate for Humanity Award, The Arab American Civil Rights League
- 2024 Michigan Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
- 2023 Michigan Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
- 30 Under 30, Class of 2021, Arab America Foundation
- Pro Bono Tier One, 2021 A Lawyer Helps Pro Bono Honor Roll, State Bar of Michigan
- Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Advocacy, Michigan State University – College of Law
- Best Oralist Award in Advocacy, Michigan State University – College of Law
- Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Negotiation, Michigan State University – College of Law
- Distinguished Law Student Trailblazer Award, Michigan State University – College of Law
- The Great Seal of the State of Michigan, Michigan Senate
- Trustee Scholarship Recipient, Michigan State University – College of Law
- Semi-Finalist, 2017 Oral Argument Competition, Michigan State University – College of Law
- Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Member
- Golden Key International Honor Society Member
- Honors Scholarship Recipient and Honors Program Admittee, Henry Ford Community College
Certifications:
- Notary Public, State of Michigan, April 16, 2021 to May 20, 2027
- Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
