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    Gregorios Gountanis

    Gregorios Gountanis

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I picked up delivery case last year. Hired Gregorios for preliminary hearing and after cop testified Gregorios asked him questions and judge threw out the case. I was so happy. Gregorios is nice and not arrogant like some other attorneys. He was c..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Matthew Paul Koetters

    Matthew Paul Koetters

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: For more than twenty years, Matthew Koetters has dedicated his career to standing beside people at some of the most difficult moments of their lives. His work with the McLean County Public Defender’s Office — including five years as First Assistan...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Thomas J. Brosnan

    Thomas J. Brosnan

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Review: "Tom is a great attorney. He really helped me a lot. Tom is also very reasonable with his pricing. When he finished up my case, one of the lady's came up to me and told me I have a great attorney based on what he did for me. Thanks man."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Patrick A. Metcalf

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    Patrick A. Metcalf

    4.78 reviews
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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum
    IMMIGRATION & DEFENSE LAW ATTORNEY - PIONEERING THE PATHWAY TO A PROMISING FUTURE
    Rating:  7.9
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    Nicholas William Karas

    Nicholas William Karas

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Nicholas W. Karas is a Former Assistant State's Attorney with over 15 years of experience, who has concentrated his practice in Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Law He represents those charged with criminal offenses, both Misdemeanor (includin...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Rodolfo Jalil Rios

    Rodolfo Jalil Rios

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: At the Law Office of Rudy J. Rios, I work directly with my clients to ensure personalized attention and clear communication. With over 16 years of experience, I specialize in DUI, criminal defense, divorce, and domestic battery cases. Serving Elgi...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Phil Schlichting

    Phil Schlichting

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: Phil Schlichting is a lifelong Chicago-area attorney who practices law in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Phil completed his undergraduate degree at Northeastern Illinois University and graduated from John Marshall Law School in 2011. Since 2...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Don B. Pioletti

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    Don B. Pioletti

    1.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning and more
    Providing sound legal guidance and unmatched personal service.
    Rating:  7.6
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    Randolph Michael Gordon

    Randolph Michael Gordon

    2.17 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Child Support and more
    Review: "was arrested with a large amount of drugs. Not for selling reasons but because I was an addict. Being my first offense and had never been in trouble before. Randy Gordon was able to work with the prosecuting attorney and get me probation. Late in ..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Alan A. Pretnar

    Alan A. Pretnar

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Review: "My entire experience was well worth it. After having several bad experiences Alan was a refreshing change. He likes to win and does the work to make it happen. His confidence is contagious and I wish I I had found him sooner."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Mark Herbert Kusatzky

    Mark Herbert Kusatzky

    1.86 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He beat my case at his first appearance and I was indicted on a class 4 felony charge had went through 3 lawyers before him and he got me acquitted! "
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    Eric Walliser

    Eric Walliser

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 3 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Family and more
    Review: "Eric did an amazing job helping my dui be dropped hes very professional and works accordingly and amazingly towards your case i recommend him for anyone"
    Rating:  5.7
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    Jon Pierre Younan

    Jon Pierre Younan

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Corporate & Incorporation and more
    Bio: JP Younan & Associates offers free initial consultations on many legal matters. our legal expertise and network of legal associates allows us to provide services on a variety of legal matters.
    Rating:  6.7
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    Scott Joseph Schweikart

    Scott Joseph Schweikart

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
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    Daniel P. Cummings

    Daniel P. Cummings

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: Dan Cummings is a Chicagoland criminal defense attorney. For 30 years, Dan has represented the criminally accused throughout the Chicagoland area. Most of Dan's clients are largely unfamiliar with the criminal justice system. Dan Cummings bridges ...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Stanley Nelson Wasser

    Stanley Nelson Wasser

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Administrative Law, Litigation, Civil Rights and more
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    Joshua D. Lloyd

    Joshua D. Lloyd

    5.023 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Joshua Lloyd is an experienced attorney who concentrates his practice on family law and criminal defense. He is a zealous advocate during emotional and contentious times, and works side by side with his client to advise and protect their best inte...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Sharbel A. Rantisi

    Sharbel A. Rantisi

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "Almost exactly two years ago, I found myself arrested and in the county jail facing a very long federal prison sentence. I felt like my life was over. I was facing a mandatory 10-year sentence on a two-count drug conspiracy case. Sharbel came to t..."
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    Michael John Petro

    Michael John Petro

    4.715 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime
    Bio: Chicago federal defense lawyer, Michael J. Petro has earned a reputation for providing aggressive, high quality legal representation in the Chicago Dirksen Federal Courthouse and the Chicago, Cook County State Courts since 1989. Criminal defense a...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Robert August Regas

    Robert August Regas

    1.77 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "I did not know where to turn when I was faced my problem. Robert took all the worries and continues to be there for me . I would recommend him to anyone."
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