Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Emeka Igwe has served as a judge advocate general for the Delaware Army National Guard in New Castle since 2011. He supports commanders and soldiers in the Delaware Army National Guard with legal advice and services. In 2012, Emeka Igwe expanded professional activities by establishing the Igwe Firm.
As a managing attorney at the Philadelphia law firm, Emeka Igwe helps clients with various legal issues, including civil rights, criminal defense, and personal injury cases involving catastrophic injuries, product and premises liability, and wrongful death. During his law career, Emeka Igwe has received several professional honors and accolades, including recognition as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star and ranking among the National Trial Lawyer Top 100 for Pennsylvania in 2023.
Emeka Igwe earned his law degree from Widener University School of Law and his master of law in trial advocacy at Temple Beasley School of Law. He also holds an English degree from the University of Delaware. In addition to his legal work, he has served as a board member with Global Investment Foundation for Tomorrow, Inc., since 2022. His other affiliations include the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyer Association, Leadership Delaware, and the National Guard Association of America.