Omar has been recognized in the 2015-2022 editions of Chambers USA. He is described as "one of the smartest and most experienced bankruptcy lawyers." "He can run a case so well. He is thoughtful and creative." He is “an excellent lawyer - incredibly intellectual and charismatic” and “a problem solver who is very practical." A client remarked that Omar's strengths are “excellent client focus, deep understanding of materials, attention to detail and cost-conscious mindset.”

Omar’s work and experience has garnered national attention. In 2021, he was invited to membership in the American College of Bankruptcy. In 2019, Omar was invited to join the prestigious sixty-member National Bankruptcy Conference, whose primary purpose is to advise Congress on bankruptcy law. In 2017, the American Bankruptcy Institute included Omar in its inaugural list of the top "40 Under 40" insolvency professionals in the country. He received the Sandra Day O’Connor Award for Professional Excellence at a ceremony held in the United States Supreme Court hosted by Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr. He is the former Chair of the Bankruptcy Section of the Texas State Bar.

Omar is passionate about mentorship and educating the next generation of insolvency lawyers. Omar was an adjunct faculty member at SMU Dedman School of Law for several years, where he taught bankruptcy law courses. He also teaches a 12-week Chapter 11 course to lawyers in the DFW area entering the restructuring practice. He coached the SMU Duberstein moot court team to 5 national championships—the most in the competition’s history.