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Jerald Novak
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Biography
I am Jerry Novak and I opened Jerry Novak & Associates to help people deal with the stress and legalities associated with DUI and criminal defense. I provide legal advice and representation for people charged with their first DUI or people who have been charged with multiple DUI offenses. I have significant experience handling issues related to DUI defense, Secretary of State Reinstatement Hearings, suspended or revoked driver licenses, and other criminal defense matters.
A majority of my DUI clients come from Lake County and northern Cook County, Illinois including the cities of Grayslake, Waukegan, Buffalo Grove, Deerfield, Libertyville, Mundelein, Gurnee, and Vernon Hills.
As a former Assistant State’s Attorney and as a private defense attorney, I have handled cases as simple as a traffic violation and as serious as murder. I hold a license to practice law in all Illinois State Courts and all Federal Courts including the U.S. Supreme Court. I have been previously licensed to practice law in Washington D.C. and the U.S. Tax Court.
I have lectured at professional seminars for Alcohol and Drug Counselors including NICASA and IODAPCA. I have been recognized as a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. I have also been a participating member of the Chicago Bar Association, the Illinois Bar Association and the Lake County Bar Association. I have taught law and business courses at the college level. I hold a J.D. from the John Marshall Law School and a Bachelors Degree from Northeastern Illinois University.
If you have been charged with a Driving Under the Influence or any other criminal offense, please contact Jerald Novak & Associates. I don’t just say I can help with your Illinois DUI defense, I prove I can help.
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Licensed in Illinois for 38 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 5 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
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Novak Jerald Associates Attorney's At Law
352 Center Street, Grayslake, IL, 60030
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Jerald Novak's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 134 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Ally | March 30, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Jerry Cares
After a 45 minute consultation with Jerry, he really opened my eye. He gave me solid, well grounded advice that I was able to utilize for the betterment of myself and for those around me. Jerry genuinely cares about his clients, and during our consultation, was able to self reflect to a deeper level....
Posted by maryann | October 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He cares!!!!
Jerald Novak is simply the best caring and the defense needed for your caes, he listens to you, heres you, and gives the best advice with all he has in his heart, he helped me in te past and i would refer his expertise again if needed always, bless his heart for caring for his clients as much as he ...
Posted by Phil | July 24, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Jerald is Amazing.
He laid out a plan to help me deal with my DUI case. He also gave me excellent advice on life that I sincerely appreciate. If you're looking for a lawyer that cares about you and your case, Jerald is the lawyer for you.
Posted by Gerald | July 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Legal Eagle
Jerald Novak is a law professor, and his first order of business was to educate me as a client in DUI law in a matter of thirty minutes. It was immediately apparent that he was an expert as he used a board and marker to illustrate the DUI process. Having spent a lot of time in a classroom myself, I k...
Posted by Marshall | May 14, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Honest
Honest attorney, didn't charge me for consult. He explained how I can beat the case on my own!
Jerald Novak's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend and endorse Jerald Novak for DUI and criminal defense in Lake County, Illinois. I have written answers alongside Mr. Novak for several years and can vouch for his work ethic, dedication and professionalism. His responses reflect a thoughtful conscientious hard working attorney who vigorously fights for his clients. Any client would be well served by having Jerry Novak represent them."
"Jerry is one of those rare guys that’s tough as nails in the courtroom but has a heart of gold outside. He smart, honest and highly experienced. As a DUI attorney of nearly 20 years, I still turn to Jerry for advice on tough cases. I wholeheartedly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have found Jerry to give great, common sense advice that's stripped of legalese so it's straightforward and easy to understand. One of the reasons to get a lawyer is to get good advice. You'll get that from Mr. Novak."
"Mr. Novak consistently provides an insightful analysis of legal issues. His breadth of knowledge is impressive and he is able to impart information in a understandable manner."
"I am consistently impressed by Mr. Novak's thorough knowledge and understanding of Illinois Vehicle Code, traffic and DUI issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jerry for a long time and he does a wonderful job advocating and defending his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jerald is very knowledgeable about DUI(s) and Criminal Matters."
"Mr. Novak does what I do. He is a true professional at it. The Lawyer who is good at both DUI defense and Administrative License Reinstatement is rare but that's exactly what and who this fine lawyer is. He is also very supportive and encouraging to recovering people, the very folks we see every day. He is not just a technocrat he is both skilled advocate and humanistic advocate. I'd be proud to have him represent anyone close to me..and he practices in a tough neighborhood. Court in Lake County is no joke. You won't go wrong with this fine lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known him many years. He's very knowledgeable and gives each client a vigorous defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Down to earth and a knowledgeable attorney."
"Although I do not know Mr. Novak personally, I have been very impressed with the knowledge and skills he demonstrates when answering questions on Avvo. It is clear that he has a strong command of his areas of law and is a compassionate and zealous advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him."
"Jerry is a great lawyer who I can easily endorse. He is very knowledgeable in his practice areas and does a very nice job for his clients. Furthermore, he is well known and respected in the legal community."
"Jerry is a leader in his community. He is trustworthy and very knowledgeable. I endorse him."
"I've know Jerry since my earliest days as an attorney. He is hard-working, knowledgable in the law, skilled in the arts of the courtroom, and a zealous advocate for his clients. I am happy to know him, proud to call him a colleague, and pleased to endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Novak is an exemplary attorney. I would refer anyone and everyone to him on a regular basis. Despite the fact that I have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney for over 24 years, I continue to learn from him daily from his Avvo posts. I would recommend that you hire him in an instant."
"Jerry Novak is a leader in the DUI defense industry and an amazing advocate for his clients. I had the pleasure of meeting him at a recent DUI conference and learned a great deal from his input."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Top Contributor, Avvo
2017
Top Lawyer, Avvo
2017
Top Attorney, National Association For DUI Defense
2014
Top 100 DUI Attorney's in IL, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2012
Top Leading DUI Attorneys in IL, Newsweek Magazine
Work Experience
1987 - Present
Attorney, Jerald Novak & Associates
1987 - 1987
Assistant State's Attorney, Kane County State's Attorney's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers Association
2010 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
1987 - Present
Illinois Bar Association
Lake County Bar Association
Cook County Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Education
1987
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, Illinois
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
Illinois State Bar Association
DUI Conference
2017
NRA
Legal Responsibilty When Lawfully Carrying a Firearm
Publications
2015
IL Cops Magazine
The Best Witness Isn't
2015
IL Cops Magazine
Open Range
2015
IL Cops Magazine
Its Not a Perfect System but this time it Worked
2014
IL Cops Magazine
A Sunday Drive
2014
IL Cops magazine
Laying Down the Law for IL Cops
2013
Concealed Carry Magazine
Are You Ready?
2013
Illinois Shooter
Are YOU Ready to Carry?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a passenger be found guilty of reckless driving in Illinois if she was the main reason an accident occurred?
03 Apr 2023
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What are my chances of winning Class X DUI case when I had a stroke during the same time period as arrested?
17 Jan 2023
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26 Sep 2021