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Dustin E. Smith is a former prosecutor who focuses his practice on defending clients charged with DUI and representing drivers in Illinois Secretary of State hearings throughout Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, and the surrounding suburbs. He represents clients facing first-time DUI charges, felony DUI allegations, statutory summary suspensions, driver's license reinstatement proceedings, and restricted driving permit matters.
Before entering private practice, Dustin served as a prosecutor in Cook County, where he handled a wide range of criminal cases and developed extensive courtroom experience. That background provides valuable insight into how DUI investigations are conducted, how evidence is evaluated, and how prosecutors prepare and present criminal cases.
Dustin personally represents each client from the beginning of the case through its resolution. He believes every defense should be built around the facts, the applicable law, and a thorough review of the evidence rather than assumptions or standardized strategies. His goal is to help clients protect their driving privileges, criminal record, professional licenses, and future.
In addition to defending DUI charges in court, Dustin regularly represents clients before the Illinois Secretary of State in formal and informal hearings involving driver's license reinstatement, restricted driving permits, and other driving privilege matters. His practice combines courtroom advocacy with administrative representation so clients receive guidance through every stage of the process.
Dustin earned his Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago after graduating from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor's degree in History and a minor in Anthropology. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois and is a member of the Illinois State Bar.
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33 N Dearborn St #1950, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Posted by Kelly | October 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Satisfied Client
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 Brittany | October 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dustin Smith is exceptional!
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 anonymous | October 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dustin is great
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 11, 2013
Highly Recommend Dustin Smith.
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 28, 2013
Recommend to family, friends and co-workers!
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, G & S DUI Attorneys at Law
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
English