Attorney at Law Jaspreet Singh Gill could not have asked for more. A staunch follower of Sikhism in general and Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji in particular, he has been named Professor of Eminence at a leading university of Punjab, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar.
Jaspreet Singh Gill moved from Chandigarh to the United States in the 80s. He now successfully runs his legal firm in New York, California, New Jersey, and Maryland. Over the past two decades, he has handled over 10,000 immigration, asylum, and deportation cases, including special cases under the ‘Torture Victim Protection Act.’ His dedication to service and Sikh values has earned him a distinguished place in the Sikh community in the U.S.
With this appointment, Jaspreet Singh Gill, who comes from a family of legal luminaries—his father was a District and Sessions Judge—will directly engage with students, providing them with world-class legal education. This will enable students to understand and address global social, legal, and human rights challenges.
By appointing him as a Professor of Eminence, Guru Nanak Dev University has marked a significant milestone in its academic sphere by recognizing not only the talent of an outstanding son of Punjab but also a prominent member of the Punjabi Diaspora. This appointment is set to strengthen the university’s international academic collaborations and provide students with a golden opportunity to engage with world-class scholars.
The appointment was made on the recommendation of a special committee of legal experts constituted by the university. The committee included Prof. (Dr.) Davinder Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar National Law University, Sonipat; Prof. (Dr.) Ajay Ranga, Registrar of J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, Faridabad; and Prof. (Dr.) Rattan Singh, former Chairman of the Law Department at Panjab University, Chandigarh. The committee meeting was chaired by the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Karamjeet Singh, with the Dean of Academic Affairs also in attendance. The committee unanimously recommended S. Jaspreet Singh’s appointment, citing his exceptional qualifications, international recognition, and social service contributions.
Prof. Karamjeet Singh said that this appointment would be beneficial for students. Jaspreet Singh Gill shall contribute to the academic growth of the university’s legal education, law department, and international law. S. Jaspreet Singh, Attorney at Law, has been making immense contributions to the field of law, commerce, and media as he practices in the area of U.S. immigration and nationality law.
He has an excellent track record in negotiating and litigating. He has extensive experience in representing clients in complex cases with his strong wisdom and good communication skills. He excels in leadership and organizational skills. He is also associated with the Punjabi community in helping and advising in legal matters and providing legal assistance to low-income and elderly immigrants, as he is a very articulate and persuasive litigator with the ability to work within the constraints of the system to achieve justice for all.
Vice-Chancellor Dr. Karamjeet Singh stated, “S. Jaspreet Singh’s appointment will reinforce our university’s commitment to providing world-class education. It will broaden the perspectives of our students and elevate the university’s academic journey to new heights.”
Notably, Jaspreet Singh has also provided financial assistance of ₹3.5 crore (approx. $410,000) under an agreement with the university to establish the “Sikh Studies Chair.” The objective of this chair is to promote the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, emphasizing equality, service, and human unity through academic research and dissemination worldwide.
