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    Joseph Gerard Howard

    Joseph Gerard Howard

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Mr. Howard and his associate, Mr. Mergenthaler were patient, kind, and understanding even though my case had to do with my dog. Before I found Mr. Howard's law firm through a friend of a friend, I had called other attorneys who were not interested..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Thomas J. Frederick

    Thomas J. Frederick

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Commercial Real Estate and more
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Michael Ray Wesley

    Michael Ray Wesley

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Slip and Fall Accident and more
    Review: "Wow, we couldn't of asked for a better lawyer. He went in being aggressive and got things done. We are very pleased and recommend him to everyone. He was recommended to us by a friend, who also won his case as well. Thank you so much."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Harry Charles Smith

    Harry Charles Smith

    3.410 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, State, Local, and Municipal Law, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Harry knows how to get the job done!!! I would recommend Harry to anyone who wants the painful process of a divorce to be handled with class."
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    Brian C. Papo

    Brian C. Papo

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Estate Planning and more
    Review: "We hired Brian to help with our son's mistake. He was friendly and knowledgeable. He guided us through everything we needed to know and alleviated our fears. His communication was excellent and he got us a result we think was more than fair. We wo..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Louis Edward Gasperec

    Louis Edward Gasperec

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Landlord or Tenant, Land Use and Zoning
    Review: "I recently needed Attorney Gasperec's assistance with some legal troubles and was pleased with his attentive services. First, he was honest and fair about expectations while striving for the best outcome. Further, he promptly returned my telepho..."
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    Anthony John Bruozas

    Anthony John Bruozas

    4.25 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Whether you case arises out of a car accident, an injury experienced at the work-site, or because of water or fire damage to your home or business, Anthony has a proven track record of success for his clients against tortfeasors and insurance comp...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Gary Fredric Felicetti

    Gary Fredric Felicetti

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: We understand that when you are facing a legal issue such as criminal charges or divorce, you are undergoing an intense amount of stress. Our goal is to work with you in finding the optimal resolution for your legal matter. We'll handle your case ...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Charles Russell Rea

    Charles Russell Rea

    2.33 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Chuck is a good man who puts his client first . He is a good man who puts kids well being first in court. He did a great job with my case and was fair . Very hard working and Moral . I did not have him as a GAL but he is such a good man. I am sure..."
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    Katherine J Cozzani

    Katherine J Cozzani

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: A life long educator and small business owner who values communication and being treated with respect. Clients deserve a commitment to personalized service by a driven attorney who shows compassion, accountability and timeliness in their represent...
    Rating:  6.9
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    George Mueller

    George Mueller

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Family and more
    Review: "Excellent attorney - smart, professional, strategic, personable, knowledgeable and trustworthy"
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    Joseph Charles Corsino

    Joseph Charles Corsino

    1.33 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, DUI and DWI, Criminal Defense
    Review: "This lawyer never conversed with me directly, never met with me until the day I was to be in front of a hearing officer for drivers license reinstatement. There was mistakes in my paperwork that he should have caught and these were some of the rea..."
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    Gerald Joseph Niewoehner

    Gerald Joseph Niewoehner

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Expungement, DUI & DWI and more
    Rating:  7.8
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    Howard Walton Anderson III

    Howard Walton Anderson III

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
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    Laura J. Morask

    Laura J. Morask

    5.01 review Attention
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "Back in high school, my son was arrested for a minor incident on Halloween that turned into a bigger deal because "pranks were becoming a big issue" and as the policeman that arrested them stated, we normally wouldn't have brought them in, but our..."
    Rating:  6.0
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    Terry Allen Ekl

    Terry Allen Ekl

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Litigation
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    Robert Allan Fisher

    Robert Allan Fisher

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime and more
    Review: "Other attorneys said i needed to take a deal that was ending up with time. Down to 30 months. He informed me what trial would cost and due to officer statements and other statements forced out of a witness in writing most likely not being able to ..."
    Rating:  9.4
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    Robert Carl Olson

    Robert Carl Olson

    4.25 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Real Estate and more
    Review: "I hired Bob Olson as my attorney for a false order of protection from my ex of 15 years and the mother of our son of the age of seven she needs a ride to the kidney doctor did the right thing Court didn't go her way she went straight to the police..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Scott Roger Marquardt

    Scott Roger Marquardt

    3.73 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Tax, Criminal Defense
    Review: "I retained Attorney Scott Marquardt to help me get relief on a criminal case through a pardon/expungement. I faced a case I never should have been convicted of and could not find many lawyers who understood the unique circumstances of that situat..."
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    Janet Kathryn Maxwell-Wickett

    Janet Kathryn Maxwell-Wickett

    5.06 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: When I started my own practice, my goal was to provide my clients with compassionate, competent legal representation, and open, effective communication. That was and continues to be my goal with each and every client. My practice focuses mainly on...
    Rating:  7.4
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