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Dustin began his legal career as a prosector with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office in Chicago, Illinois. Throughout his career as a prosecutor, Dustin has worked on all aspects of felony cases including grand jury indictments, bond hearings, motion practice, bench trials, jury trials, and sentencing hearings. As a criminal prosecutor Dustin has handled thousands of felony cases including retail theft, DUI, traffic violations, gun charges, drug charges, possession of stolen motor vehicle, burglary, residential burglary, robbery, armed robbery, battery, aggravated battery, sex crimes, white collar crimes, attempt murder, and more.
Dustin is an experienced trial lawyer who is willing to litigate all aspects of your case in a professional and efficient manner be it a motion, a bench trial, or a jury trial. Dustin prides himself on his ability to understand his clients’ position and advocate accordingly.
Dustin is also an experienced real estate attorney and licensed real estate managing broker who has extensive experience handling transactional real estate for clients buying and selling homes throughout Illinois. Dustin is committed for helping his clients’ transition from one home to another with minimal stress.
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33 N Dearborn St #1950, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Posted by Brittany | October 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
My husband and I have worked with Dustin Smith countless times over the past 5 years with his representation in real estate law, and we look forward to many more! Dustin is an extremely trusted advisor, and he truly cares about his clients. We have made numerous recommendations to friends, family, an...
Posted by Kelly | October 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dustin Smith has been my attorney for both purchasing a new home, and selling a home. Both experiences have been wonderful. Dustin did a great job at explaining both processes, going through all of the paperwork with me, answering all of my questions, and worked hard in making sure there weren't any ...
Posted by anonymous | October 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dustin help with the bike process and closing of my new home and the sale of a home. He handled everything and was able to answer every question I could come up with. He is very prompt in answering emails and phone calls. I would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Kevin | November 9, 2013
I was a witness in a domestic battery case which I was subpoenaed to testify in. The victim pressed battery charges against me for being involved. I was kept out of jail and everything was dropped thanks to Dustin. Under what I considered a high-pressure situation where I was blind-sided and about...
Posted by Jorie | October 27, 2013
Gruszeczki & Smith Law represented me in a real estate closing roughly a year ago. Extremely professional and reliable throughout the entire process. I felt comfortable asking all of my questions and knew I was in good hands. It was actually the easiest real estate transaction I've worked through b...
"Dustin works hard on behalf of his clients. As a former prosecutor, Dustin has excellent legal knowledge and he is a well-respected attorney in criminal law."
"Dustin is one of the best legal advocates in the Chicago land area. Dustin's dedication to his craft ensures his clients are always well represented. As a former prosecutor I am glad I don't have to face him in court."
"Dustin has established a reputation in the criminal defense and DUI fields as a hardworking and driven attorney who is devoted to achieving the best possible results for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"Dustin is a tireless advocate who obtains excellent results for his clients. He is experienced and successful in several fields, including DUI, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Real Estate, and Traffic."
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2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013 - Present
Partner, Gruszeczki & Smith Law, LLP
2007 - 2013
Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office, Chicago, Il
2013 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of IllinoisMember
2013 - Present
Cook County Bar AssociationMember
Driver's License Restored with no Suspension
Case Dismissed
Not Guilty
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Criminal Defense Strategy
2014
2014
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