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Melissa I. Smejkal

Melissa I. Smejkal
Experience 3.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 16

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 75% Criminal Defense
    14 years, 1,000 cases
  • 10% DUI / DWI
    14 years, 500 cases
  • 5% Domestic Violence
    14 years, 400 cases
  • 5% Speeding / Traffic Ticket
    14 years, 1,000 cases
  • 5% Violent Crime
    14 years, 500 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (20 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Credit Card

Contact Information

References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Quick Response Time, Great Communication, Highly Recommend”

Posted by: a Speeding Ticket client, 7 days ago.

Client Review: Would definitely recommend Attorney Melissa Smejkal. Responded to initial e-mail that same day. I was pretty sure I would be fined, she was... more
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5 star rating

“Excellent, Kind, Friendly, Courtous Professional Lawyer”

Posted by: Steve, 7 months ago.

Client Review: I was seeking legal advice and Melissa was the best, most professional response I recieved. That professionalism and responsiveness carried over... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

8 endorsements


Jeffrey Michael Moskowitz

Melissa is a zealous advocate for her clients and has an unparalleled knowledge of criminal law. I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Jeffrey Moskowitz , Chicago (IL), 7 days ago
Christian K. Lassen II

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Endorsement from lawyer: Christian Lassen , Philadelphia (PA), 2 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

15 years since Melissa I. Smejkal was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1998 05/02/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at Cook County 1998–2005

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology Law JD - Juris Doctor 1998
Loyola University Chicago BA - Bachelor of Arts 1995

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
In Court Bar Member Cook County Bar Association 2011–present
In Court Bar Member Chicago Bar Association 2005–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 16
Answers: 1,444 Legal Answers
27 Best Answers - chosen by asker
947 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
105 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Weeds Cook County Not Guilty