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Todd M. Goebel
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Todd M. Goebel
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
Springfield, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Southern Illinois University - CarbondaleIllinois, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois
D. Peter Wise
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D. Peter Wise
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
Springfield, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
The John Marshall Law SchoolIllinois, 7th Circuit, U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois, U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois and U.S. Supreme Court
Bridgette Brown
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Bridgette Brown
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
Fighting for your rights, freedom, and peace of mind after a criminal charge.
I'm dedicated to protecting the rights of clients charged with a criminal offense. I fight aggressively to help minimize the negative consequences that come with criminal charges. Call me today for a free consultation! Read More »
Audriana T. Anderson
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Audriana T. Anderson
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
10.0Justia Lawyer Rating for Audriana T. Anderson
Wheaton, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Audrey Anderson is an experienced, dynamic, and accomplished trial attorney. She is a 20-year veteran of the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office who has conducted over 250 trials to verdict and received numerous... Read More »
Donald J. Ramsell
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Donald J. Ramsell
(800) 342-5384 128 South County Farm Road
3rd Floor
Wheaton, IL 60187
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWheaton, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Criminal, Appeals, DUI and Traffic Tickets
DePaul College of Law
Donald J. Ramsell, author of several DUI articles and books, is the one of the few DUI defense attorneys to appear and argue on a DUI case before the United States Supreme Court in its entire 213 years of existence. In his 33 year career his firms have defended 15,000 clients.
David L. Freidberg
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David L. Freidberg
(312) 560-7100 70 W Madison St
#1450
Chicago, IL 60602
Free ConsultationChicago, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
St. Mary's University School of Law
Welcome to the Chicago, Illinois, Law Offices of David L. Freidberg, P.C., a premier Chicago criminal law attorney who knows how the system works and when to negotiate or simply take the gloves off and fight it out in court.

We pride ourselves on providing our clients the most powerful and aggressive criminal defense available in the Chicagoland area. We handle all criminal cases, including drug offenses, rape, assault and murder.

Experienced, Compassionate, Aggressive Criminal Defense

If you have been charged with a crime, you want to know your attorney will take a sincere interest in your case and do...
Clyde Guilamo
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Clyde Guilamo
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
(708) 966-9829 1 East Erie St.
Suite 525-4591
Chicago, IL 60611
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Clyde Guilamo is a trial lawyer with heart! He cares about his clients, he cares about his cases, and he cares about the result! When you aren't looking for a plea deal and want to take your case to trial, you want attorney Clyde Guilamo by your side. He is smart, he is good, and he is a lawyer that you can trust. Clyde Guilamo graduated from Northwestern University with degrees in Mathematics and Economics. He then attended Chicago-Kent College of Law, where he represented the school in its mock trial competition team, becoming the Midwest Champion in...
John S. Fotopoulos
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John S. Fotopoulos
(708) 942-8400 14496 John Humphrey Dr
Orland Park, IL 60462
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfOrland Park, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
University of Illinois - Chicago John Marshall Law School
John S. Fotopoulos, former Cook County judge serving at the Daley Center in Chicago, established his law firm on two simple firm principals: to have competitive rates allowing everyone to afford the advice they need, and to have legal counsel that is always available for clients. John takes immense pride in his work, fulfilling a great deal of credits in continuing education seminars to ensure compliance and competency. In addition, his countless hours of legal research ensures that he stays ahead of the competition and is fully educated to take care of clients' legal needs. John's practice ensures that you are...
Robert H. Hanaford
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Robert H. Hanaford
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 42 years of experience
(312) 636-4807 100 N. LaSalle Street
Suite 2020
Chicago, IL 60602
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Drake University Law School
DUI & Criminal Defense attorney with over 35 years of experience. Former law enforcement instructor for federal and state liability for unlawful use of force during arrest, search and seizure. Certified by NHSTSA to instruct DUI Field Sobriety Tests. Actively involved in writing on DUI defense issues and has attended seminars throughout the country on DUI defense and scientific lab blood testing. National Consultant on Federal Aviation Regulations related to pilot impairment and DUI.
Brandon K. Davis
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Brandon K. Davis
(224) 532-9826 5 S. County St
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Waukegan, IL 60085
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWaukegan, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Brandon K. Davis is a defense attorney at The Davis Law Group, P.C. where he primarily represents clients charged with DUI, criminal and traffic-related offenses. He has been recognized for his accomplishments by a variety of organizations including SuperLawyers in the fields of DUI and Criminal Defense. Brandon also regularly represents those facing the suspension, revocation or cancellation of their driving privileges. Brandon received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a major in Political Science and a minor in Business. He received his J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law. Brandon is a member of the...
David J. Winer
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David J. Winer
(847) 336-9111 9 N County St #100
Waukegan, IL 60085
Free ConsultationWaukegan, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Illinois Institute of Technology
David Winer and the Law Office of Winer & Winer have been a presence in LAKE COUNTY for over 30 years specializing in DUI/Traffic & Criminal Ddefense and Secretary of State hearings. It is critical to hire a local lawyer with intimate knowledge of the legal environment. David Winer has been very active as a member of the Criminal/Traffic Law committee and Chairman of the Lake County Lawyer Referral Service and a past member the Editorial Board & Contributing Author of the Lake County Docket and Chairman of the Juvenile Law Committee. Several times DAvid has been chosen to lecture and...
Mr. Stephen A Brundage
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Mr. Stephen A Brundage
Wheaton, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
(630) 260-9647 1749 S Naperville Rd
Suite 105
Wheaton, IL 60189
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
DePaul College of Law
My law enforcement background as an investigator, instructor, evidence technician and police officer provides a key advantage to clients of my criminal defense practice. I have practiced law in Illinois for 27 years, helping thousands of clients obtain the best possible outcome when facing criminal charges, from DUI and traffic offenses to serious felonies such as drug charges and sex crimes. Our law firm, serving DuPage, Kane, and Cook counties, also offers strong advocacy in divorce, custody and related issues, as well as and personal injury, real estate, and wills and trusts. For experienced, personalized representation in your legal...
Alexander Ivakhnenko
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Alexander Ivakhnenko
Wheeling, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(773) 562-8602 370 West Dundee Road
Wheeling, IL 60090
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DePaul College of Law and Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Provided professional language support for the federal, criminal and immigration courts nationwide. Studied asylum, U.S. immigration and refugee law in Moscow Russia, 2002, and Rome, Italy, 2004. Provide professional legal representation with federal and state criminal charges. Contact us directly at 773-562-8602 and we will analyze your potential exposure to criminal charges timely, efficiently, and without delay. Specialize in U.S. immigration law practice adjusting status, naturalization, family-based AOS to LPR. We assist clients with both affirmative and defensive asylum claims. Developed a keen expertise in evaluating, handling and completing asylum and removal cases in the U.S. Immigration Courts. Successfully prevailed on...
Matt Fakhoury
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Matt Fakhoury
(847) 920-4540 10024 Skokie Blvd., Suite 210
Skokie, IL 60077
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfSkokie, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Saint Louis University School of Law
When you’re facing tough charges, you need a tough lawyer. Matthew Fakhoury is an aggressive criminal defense attorney who will put your needs and your rights first! As a former prosecutor, Mr. Fakhoury knows the legal system from an insider's perspective--and that helps you get the results you deserve. Mr. Fakhoury was also an Adjunct Professor at DePaul University, where he taught law courses in the undergraduate sociology department. With years of experience as a lawyer and professor, Mr. Fakhoury has tried numerous bench and jury trials for his clients with outstanding results. If you were arrested and charged...
Sara Vig
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Sara Vig
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
Springfield, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
I grew up in Southwest Missouri and was awarded the President’s Scholarship from Missouri State University (formerly Southwest Missouri State University) as well as a Bright Flight Scholarship. I graduated MSU cum... Read More »
Jennifer Snyder
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Jennifer Snyder
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
With nearly 25 years of legal experience, I am a knowledgeable and zealous advocate. I am a graduate of DePaul College of Law and have lived in Illinois since 1996. I am licensed by the Illinois Supreme Court and am... Read More »
Andrew Weisberg
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Andrew Weisberg
(773) 694-8129 2502 N Clark Street
Suite 201
Chicago, IL 60614
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfChicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
Criminal, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Missouri - Columbia
A+ Rated with the BBB and with well over 100 5-Star reviews online, Andrew M. Weisberg is a highly successful criminal defense attorney. Call Now for a Free and Immediate Consultation at (773) 694-8129. Mr. Weisberg returns most calls within 15 minutes! Don't trust your freedom and future to lawyers who practice in multiple areas of law. It is critical to hire an attorney solely dedicated to the practice of criminal defense. Mr. Weisberg commits 100% of his practice to defending those who have been accused of a crime in Chicagoland. His sole mission is to provide the best representation...
Audriana T. Anderson
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Audriana T. Anderson
(630) 877-5800 2150 Manchester Road
Suite 101
Wheaton, IL 60187
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWheaton, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Criminal and Juvenile
DePaul College of Law
Audrey Anderson is an experienced, dynamic, and accomplished trial attorney. She is a 20-year veteran of the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office who has conducted over 250 trials to verdict and received numerous commendations from law enforcement. During her tenure as an Assistant State's Attorney at the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office, Audrey was Supervisor of the Major Crimes/Narcotics Unit where she prosecuted serious and high profile crimes in DuPage County. She coordinated numerous multi-jurisdictional and multi-agency investigations with a variety of federal, state, and local agencies and police departments, including the Department of Homeland Security, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and...
Ronald L. Bell
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Ronald L. Bell
Libertyville, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
(847) 495-6000 1113 S. Milwaukee Ave. Suite 204
Libertyville, IL 60048
Criminal, DUI, Family and White Collar Crime
The John Marshall Law School
Attorney Ronald L. Bell has extensive litigation and negotation experience and has held former positions such as the Assistant Illinois Attorney General and Chief Corporate Counsel to a $250 million dollar company. Ronald Bell has argued and/or presented cases before the United States Supreme Court, Illinois Supreme Court, 7th Circuit Court of Appeals and every Illinois appellate court. Attorney Bell has top academic credentials and he was the top student in his law school class at the age of 23, a former editor of the law review and graduated college at the age of 20.
Shawn Barnett
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Shawn Barnett
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(312) 870-6905 53 West Jackson Blvd, Suite 330
Chicago, IL 60604
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Loyola University Chicago School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
Shawn Barnett is a skilled litigator and trial attorney who is dedicated to helping those who have been victimized by law enforcement or correctional officers. He has received multiple million-dollar settlements for his clients and has been recognized as an Illinois Rising Star multiple times. During his time as an attorney, Shawn has represented numerous clients who have been injured by those who have abused their authority. He has vigorously pursued a wide variety of claims on behalf of his clients, including false arrest, malicious prosecution, excessive force, wrongful death, and sexual assault. Shawn has a particular focus on police involved...
Peter O'Connor
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Peter O'Connor
Frankfort, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
(708) 705-9655 37 Old Frankfort Way Suite B
Frankfort, IL 60423
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
The John Marshall Law School
Peter G. O’Connor knows how to defend people in court. Whether you are charged with a simple traffic ticket, a DUI, or a criminal offense, you can count on Peter to get you through it. The toughest part of the criminal process is not knowing the next step. There are many questions you may have. Am I going to go to jail? Will my employer find out? What will happen to my record? Will I lose my driving privileges? These are all completely normal questions for anyone facing a criminal charge. So Call me know to so we can discuss...
Brian Polinske
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Brian Polinske
Edwardsville, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
(618) 692-6520 701 N Main St
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Saint Louis University School of Law
A former prosecutor, I gained insight into what the government looks at when prosecuting defendants. I have successfully conducted many jury trials (133+). From Murder to Drug Trafficking to DUI I have won my clients cases. Let my 26 years of trial experience work for you. My practice is primarily criminal defense oriented. Madison, St. Clair, Jersey, Macoupin, Monroe, Montgomery, Clinton, Calhoun, Fayette and Bond counties are the counties I concentrate in. Unlike other attorneys, we don't practice in other areas such as bankruptcy, collections, or small claims. We prefer to concentrate...
Jack L Zaremba
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Jack L Zaremba
Joliet, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
(815) 740-4025 26 East Clinton Street
Joliet, IL 60432
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
At the Law Offices of Jack L. Zaremba, we are dedicated to protecting your rights and achieving the best outcome on your case, quickly and efficiently. As a former Will County prosecutor, I have the courtroom trial experience you can count on. I have tried criminal cases ranging from a speeding ticket to first degree murder, and if you have been charged with a criminal offense, you want an attorney who knows your case from the prosecutor perspective. I know their strategy and the techniques to counter them. Don't delay. If you have been charged with a criminal offense, contact the...
Stavri Vako
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Stavri Vako
PALATINE, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
(847) 429-8811 4811 EMERSON AVE
SUITE 110
PALATINE, IL 60067
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Immigration and Traffic Tickets
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
After graduating with honors from DePaul University in 2009, Mr. Vako attended Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale. There, his constant pursuit of excellence allowed him to succeed academically, as well as compete as a member of the Moot Court Board in various advocacy tournaments around the country. His moot court team won best brief two years in a row. These experiences helped Mr. Vako develop a casual yet effective style of courtroom advocacy and demeanor; one that has helped him throughout his career. His compassionate approach and willingness to work with opposing counsel, and against them when...
Michael I. Leonard
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Michael I. Leonard
(312) 363-7895 120 N. LaSalle Street
20th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfChicago, IL Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, Employment and White Collar Crime
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Michael Leonard has a well-earned reputation as one of Chicago's best criminal defense and trial lawyers. Michael is known for obtaining not guilty jury verdicts for his clients in State and Federal criminal prosecutions. He and his Firm, Leonard Trial Lawyers, regularly represent clients facing serious felony charges in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Winnebago, LaSalle, and McLean counties. They have obtained successful outcomes for their clients in virtually every type of State criminal charge, ranging from murder and attempted murder, to UUW and gun crimes, to drug crimes, to car jacking, assault and battery and sex crimes, to "White Collar"...
Purav Bhatt
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Purav Bhatt
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
(773) 791-9682 1655 S Blue Island
#312
Chicago, IL 60608
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Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Being represented by The Law Offices of Purav Bhatt means you are represented by one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Chicago who is well prepared, attentive and here for you. Rest assured that you and your matter will get the individual time and attention you and your matter deserve. As a former Cook County State’s Attorney, Mr. Bhatt has the experience to handle felony and misdemeanor cases, traffic cases and other legal matters as well as an understanding of the prosecution’s goals and objectives. During his time as a prosecutor, Mr. Bhatt successfully tried hundreds of bench...
Darryl A. Goldberg
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Darryl A. Goldberg
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney
Chicago criminal defense attorney Darryl A. Goldberg is an aggressive advocate who is no stranger to high profile cases or the high stakes world of federal court. In his federal criminal defense practice, Mr. Goldberg... Read More »
James G. Dimeas
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James G. Dimeas
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
10.0Justia Lawyer Rating for James G. Dimeas
Schaumburg, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
-Over 26 years of experience handling criminal cases in Cook County, DuPage County and Kane County, as well as federal courts as far away as Las Vegas. -Rated “Superb”, the highest classification possible by AVVO,... Read More »
Jeremy W. Sackett
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Jeremy W. Sackett
Edwardsville, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(618) 692-8225 115 N. Buchanan St.
Edwardsville, IL 62025
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Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Jeremy Sackett is a former prosecutor with over 15 years of courtroom intensive experience. He now represents clients in matters of criminal defense, personal injury, traffic violations, DUI's, evictions, orders of protection, and expungements.
Mr. Matthew D. Keenan
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Mr. Matthew D. Keenan
(847) 568-0160 8340 N. Lincoln, Suite 102
Skokie, IL 60077
Free ConsultationSkokie, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
A criminal and school law attorney with over 25 years experience, I have successfully represented clients all over the Chicago area in criminal, DUI and school law matters. My practice includes DUI, DCFS appeals, felony, criminal, misdemeanor, homicide, internet crime, retail theft, traffic offenses, cyberstalking, drug or narcotics crimes such as drug possession or drug dealing, weapons violations, domestic battery and juvenile crime. I can assist offenders in petitioning for pardons or commutations of sentences. I also represent families and teachers involving school cases including residency, academic disciplinary hearings and teacher termination matters. In addition, I co-authored 5 chapters...
Darryl A. Goldberg
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Darryl A. Goldberg
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney
(773) 793-3196 33 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1830
Chicago, IL 60602
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago criminal defense attorney Darryl A. Goldberg is an aggressive advocate who is no stranger to high profile cases or the high stakes world of federal court. In his federal criminal defense practice, Mr. Goldberg assists individuals throughout the United States who are or may be the focus of federal criminal investigations (pre-indictment), and individuals who have already been formally indicted or charged and are facing prosecution in any of our nation's federal district courts. Although Mr. Goldberg offers effective criminal defense representation against any type of federal charge, his primary focus is on defending individuals charged with white collar crimes such...
Alan E. Jones
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Alan E. Jones
Waukegan, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 35 years of experience
(847) 336-3900 203 W Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
DePaul College of Law
I have over 30 years experience as a respected and skilled Illinois attorney dedicated to helping my clients in court cases involving DUI, Traffic Citations and all types of Misdemeanor & Felony Criminal allegations. In my career I've handled everything from speeding tickets to capital murder cases and everything in between. I also help a lot of people with Driver's License Reinstatement via Illinois Secretary of State Hearings. My goal as your attorney is to provide you with comprehensive and highly-effective legal counsel. Visit my website or call for more information on how I can help you.
Cary Dohman
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Cary Dohman
(847) 999-7227 2100 Manchester Road
Building B Suite 915
Wheaton, IL 60187
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWheaton, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
The John Marshall Law School
Cary is an aggressive and experienced DUI Defense attorney who was selected as one of the “10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys” in Illinois by the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys in both 2017 and 2018. He was also recognized by SuperLawyers in the field of DUI (2017, 2018 & 2019), a designation given to just 2.5% of attorneys in Illinois. Additionally, Cary was selected as a “Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney Under 40” by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Cary graduated cum laude from The John Marshall Law School after majoring in journalism & history at the University of...
Dan Nold
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Dan Nold
Crystal Lake, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
(815) 307-8803 7115 S Virginia Rd, Suite 107
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Saint Louis University School of Law
(815) CALL-DAN I'm a criminal defense trial lawyer who has first chaired dozens of jury trials to verdict and hundreds of bench trials and contested hearings in the last 6 years. I am now a resident of Crystal Lake, Illinois and have made McHenry County my home. I am committed to advocating for my clients to protect their rights from the government throughout all stages of the criminal process. I am also an avid advocate for victims of domestic violece in order of protection proceedings for petitioners as well as respondents. If your case involves a...
Mr. Gal Pissetzky
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Mr. Gal Pissetzky
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
(312) 883-9466 35 E. Wacker Dr
Suite 1980
Chicago, IL 60601
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, Appeals and White Collar Crime
The John Marshall Law School and University of Illinois - Chicago
Gal Pissetzky is a fearless trial lawyer who defends his clients’ rights with vigor and tenacity.

Located in Chicago, Mr. Pissetzky has over 20-years of experience handling complex state and federal felony charges in Illinois and throughout the country. He has successfully defended clients accused of white collar crimes, murder and attempted murder, sex offenses, and drug crimes. Mr. Pissetzky also represents his clients on appeal, and he has argued before the Illinois Supreme Court and numerous federal appellate courts.

Mr. Pissetzky has dedicated his practice to aggressively protecting his clients and their future, and his...
Gary W. Wangler
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Gary W. Wangler
Belleville, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience
(618) 206-6232 114 Lincoln Place Court
Suite #103
Belleville, IL 62221-7884
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Illinois College of Law
Experienced professional legal representation for criminal defense, drug cases, divorce, child custody and support, adoption, domestic violence, DUI/DWI, lawsuits, trials and appeals. Gary Wangler is an experienced attorney practicing in the Metro East and greater Southern Illinois area. Contact Gary Wangler with your legal questions or concerns at (618) 206-6232 or at (618) 514-3286 or by email at:garywanglerlaw@gmail.com. Gary Wangler is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Law. He is licensed to practice before the Illinois Supreme Court, the Fifth District Appellate Court and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois. He has...
Henry D. Kass
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Henry D. Kass
Wheaton, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(630) 665-7300 1737 South Naperville Road, Suite 100
Wheaton, IL 60189
Criminal and Family
University of Iowa College of Law
Henry D. Kass is a partner at MKFM Law, LLC, who focuses primarily in the areas of domestic relations, guardianship, and criminal law. He obtained his bachelor of arts from the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa and also studied abroad at the University of the Basque Country in San Sebastian, Spain. Following his studies overseas, Henry attended the University of Iowa College of Law where he obtained his Juris Doctorate. Thereafter, he became an Assistant State’s Attorney with the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office under now Appellate Court Justice, Joseph E. Birkett. There, he prosecuted domestic violence and...
Patrick Nelson
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Patrick Nelson
Wheaton, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
(630) 480-4280 1749 S. Naperville Road,
Suite 105
Wheaton, IL 60189
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
The John Marshall Law School
As an experienced litigator with over 20 years of experience, I have extensive experience handling the following types of cases: divorce, child custody, visitation, child support, alimony (maintenance), property division, modification and support enforcement, QDRO's (division of retirement accounts), criminal law, DUI, traffic tickets, juvenile and expungement.

I believe that representing clients is a great responsibility and privilege. I enjoy helping people through a difficult time. I take a personal approach to each client and to each case. Every client that retains me receives personal attention and knows that their interests truly matters to me. You will...
Gary W. Wangler
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Gary W. Wangler
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
Belleville, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Experienced professional legal representation for criminal defense, drug cases, divorce, child custody and support, adoption, domestic violence, DUI/DWI, lawsuits, trials and appeals. Gary Wangler is an experienced... Read More »
Gbenga Longe
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Gbenga Longe
Criminal Lawyer Serving Illinois
10.0Justia Lawyer Rating for Gbenga Longe
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Gbenga Longe is an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney. A former Prosecutor, Gbenga brings inside knowledge and unique insight to her practice. She has a record of both aggressive and effective representation. Gbenga... Read More »
Stephen Komie
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Stephen Komie
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 47 years of experience
(312) 263-2800 1 N. LaSalle St.
Suite 4200
Chicago, IL 60602
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
National College for DUI Defense at Harvard Law School and DePaul College of Law
Stephen M. Komie is the founder of Komie and Associates, and he has over 40 years of experience successfully representing clients in state, federal, and international trials and appeals. Mr. Komie is best known for high profile cases such as his defense of Sandra Fabiano for child abuse and John Carroccia for murder, which were widely reported in the Illinois media. He has helped numerous clients achieve victory in criminal and civil trials across Illinois and the United States.

Mr. Komie provides his clients with dedicated, tenacious defense against criminal charges, and he has won many landmark decisions, including the 1995...
Jason B. Stevens
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Jason B. Stevens
(847) 902-5665 102 N. Evergreen Avenue
Suite 220
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Free ConsultationArlington Heights, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
The John Marshall Law School
I have specialized in criminal, DUI & traffic defense for over 14 years. During that time period I have assisted clients extensively with felonies, misdemeanors, DUIs, simple traffic matters, CDL protection, driver's license reinstatement, and expungements.

I take pride in my Courtroom skills and long list of satisfied clients. My goal in each case I accept is to achieve the objective of my client. I return phone calls promptly and always give an honest straightforward assessment of each case no matter how big or small.

I offer a free no obligation consultation.
Cherissa M. Krajniak
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Cherissa M. Krajniak
Oswego, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
(630) 448-2406 123 W. Washington St.
Suite 220
Oswego, IL 60543
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Florida Coastal School of Law
Cherissa "Reese" Loire Krajniak obtained her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Marquette University before going on to attend Florida Coastal Law School. She graduated with honors in 209 and was active with the school's Pro Bono Clinic, donating more than 200 hours of legal work to underserved members of the community. While taking a full course load and giving her time to the clinic, Reese was still able to complete her Juris Doctorate program in just over two years. She passed the bar exam in 2010 and opened her own practice in downtown Chicago. After medical issues sidetracked her career for...
Tina T Tran
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Tina T Tran
Chicago, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
73 W. Monroe St. #210
Chicago, IL 60603
Criminal and Bankruptcy
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Tina T. Tran (known to her close friends as Ty) is a second-generation Vietnamese American. As an ardent social justice advocate, Tina is committed to providing accessible, affordable, and affirming legal support and advocacy to people of all backgrounds and circumstances. She prides herself on giving her clients the fresh start they deserve, whether that be through filing for Bankruptcy, or through the Expungement and Sealing of criminal records. Tina grew up in the California Bay Area, and she learned early on about the wide discrepancies between people of different economic or racial backgrounds and their access to the...
Sara Vig
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Sara Vig
Springfield, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(217) 241-5628 1100 S 5th St #LL
Springfield, IL 62703
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
University of Illinois College of Law
I grew up in Southwest Missouri and was awarded the President’s Scholarship from Missouri State University (formerly Southwest Missouri State University) as well as a Bright Flight Scholarship. I graduated MSU cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. I was awarded the Lincoln-Harno Scholarship for the University of Illinois, College of Law. I wrote onto Law Review and served as an editor for that publication. I graduated from U of I, College of Law, cum laude.

My entire practice has been spent in private practice and I owned and operated my own firm, Law Offices of Sara M....
Khaled Issa
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Khaled Issa
Orland Park, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
(708) 966-2408 10660 W 143rd Street
Suite A2
Orland Park, IL 60462
Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
The John Marshall Law School
I believe that everyone should have quality legal representation regardless of what led them to walk into my office. Every client deserves my full attention and to have questions answered, especially in times of turmoil, which is often the case after someone has been charged with a crime or involved in a serious accident. No two attorneys are alike and it is important that those in need of an attorney are aware of that. I strive to ensure that those who come to me know they are not just "hiring" me, but they are also getting someone who will stand...
Brandon C. Mayberry
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Brandon C. Mayberry
(618) 579-5250 400 W. Jackson St.
Suite B
Marion, IL 62959
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfMarion, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Brandon C. Mayberry grew up in Jonesboro, Illinois. After high school, Brandon attended Shawnee Community College where he earned an Associates of Arts degree. He then attended Southern Illinois University, where he earned a B.A. in Paralegal Studies with a specialization in Pre-Law graduating Cum Laude. From there, Brandon went on to attend Southern Illinois University School of Law. Brandon graduated from the SIU School of Law. While in law school, Brandon was a member and marshal of the Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity. While attending SIU School of Law Brandon began working as a law clerk for the Law...
Anisa Jordan
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Anisa Jordan
Waukegan, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
(224) 340-6522 1401 B Golf Road
Suite 103
Waukegan, IL 60087
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
DePaul College of Law
Attorney Anisa Jordan of The Jordan Law Firm has over a decade of experience with criminal, DUI, and traffic cases. She has handled hundreds of cases as both a former prosecutor and now as a criminal defense attorney. Anisa approaches every case with class, professionalism and is an excellent advocate for her clients.

Anisa is deeply involved in the legal community and is well respected among her colleagues. She serves on the Leadership Teams of the Illinois State Bar Association's Criminal Law Section Council and on the Leadership Team of the Illinois State Bar Association's...
Jason Michael Kunowski
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Jason Michael Kunowski
Wheaton, IL Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
(800) 342-5384 128 South County Farm Road 3rd Floor
Wheaton, IL 60187
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Northern Illinois University
Jason Kunowski was born on April 1, 1983. He is the Senior Associate with Ramsell & Associates. He grew up in DuPage County. Jason received his undergraduate education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and went to law school at Northern Illinois University College of Law. While in law school, Jason was a 711 Intern with the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office. Also while in law school, Jason excelled in Mock Trial and the National Trial Competition.

Jason has nearly a decade in courtroom experience and in practicing law. He has handled countless DUI cases from beginning to end, including: contested hearings,...
Brett A. Appelman
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Brett A. Appelman
Naperville, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(630) 717-7801 50 S. Main St.
Suite 200
Naperville, IL 60540
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Wisconsin Law School
In 2007, Brett Appelman established Appelman Law LLC with the primary mission of safeguarding the rights of individuals accused of crimes. His fundamental belief is in providing the highest quality legal defense to all defendants, irrespective of the charges they face. Brett personally manages the most complex cases at the firm, which encompass a wide range of offenses, from Attempted Murder, Kidnapping, and Aggravated Sexual Assault to individuals facing repeated DUI charges. His successful defense record extends across various crimes, including but not limited to DUI, Aggravated Battery, Solicitation, Attempted Murder, Armed Robbery, Tax Evasion, and Felony Drug Possession and...
Michael I. Leonard
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Chicago, IL Criminal Law Lawyer
Michael Leonard has a well-earned reputation as one of Chicago's best criminal defense and trial lawyers. Michael is known for obtaining not guilty jury verdicts for his clients in State and Federal criminal... Read More »
Brandon K. Davis
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Brandon K. Davis
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Waukegan, IL Criminal Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Brandon K. Davis is a defense attorney at The Davis Law Group, P.C. where he primarily represents clients charged with DUI, criminal and traffic-related offenses. He has been recognized for his accomplishments by a... Read More »

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