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    Michael James Harrison

    Michael James Harrison

    4.25 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Michael J. Harrison is a former DuPage County DUI and Felony Prosecutor. I was a former first chair prosecutor with the DuPage County States Attorney's office and I have extensive knowledge and trial experience. I am also a former Deputy Chief of ...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Gary Lynn Morris

    Gary Lynn Morris

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Real Estate
    Review: "The boss excellent great guy respectful and mindful of his clients wouldn't look any other direction if he is in your area"
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    Robert William Bodach

    Robert William Bodach

    4.611 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Mr.BODACH was kind, professional and worked for my defense in a clever strategic manner. Very pleased with his service and will recommend him to family and friends."
    Rating:  7.4
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    Ryan Michael Wharrie

    Ryan Michael Wharrie

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I had been referred to by another work employee. I had a pretty high speeding ticket let’s just say (jail time, lose my car, or suspended license, high fine). Let’s just say none of that happened , Ryan was very professional in explaining everythi..."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Michael J. Conway

    Michael J. Conway

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile and more
    Bio: With more than 29 years of legal experience and a track record of success to commend my Waukegan law firm, I formulate practical solutions to complex criminal law and family law matters. My reputation as a lawyer was built on an in-depth investiga...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Dennis Michael Cooley

    Dennis Michael Cooley

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Clear and simple explanations. Reasonable prices. High moral character. Words alone cannot express how awesome this man is. Judge quote from trial, to officer after testimony & cross-examination by Mr.Cooley: "I don't belive you. And even if I..."
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    John J. Palmer

    John J. Palmer

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "John Palmer is very assertive and informative. He explained every detail of what could happen or was going to happen. He got my sons charges dropped down drastically and helped us through the entire process. I would highly recommend him."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Kevin F. Sullivan

    Kevin F. Sullivan

    3.29 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Kevin was courteous and professional. He met with us before trial and discussed our case. At the end of our meeting he said he could help us. Kevin called the day of the court hearing to tell us charges were dropped! Kevin did fantastic and surpas..."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Baku N. Patel

    Baku N. Patel

    4.021 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and more
    Bio: Have you been indicted with charges of criminal activity? If you have, you need to take immediate action and seek out the help and support of a competent, experienced, and aggressive lawyer. While you may agree, you may be clueless as to where you...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Lyle Scott Cohen

    Lyle Scott Cohen

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "Helped me a lot ,highly recommended ,honest ,fighting for the his clients,thanks a lot"
    Rating:  6.5
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    Thomas Patrick Needham

    Thomas Patrick Needham

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Had a misdemeanor battery case. My first offense. Got me a great deal and followed through on his every promise. I highly recommend Tom."
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    Alan M. Jacob

    Alan M. Jacob

    3.811 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Alan M Jacob has been licensed to practice law in Illinois since 2007. He is also admitted to the Northern District of Illinois as a trial attorney and the Eastern District of Wisconsin. Mr. Jacob has defended numerous DUI charges resulting in not...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Irving Jay Seidler

    Irving Jay Seidler

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Workers Compensation
    Review: "Have used Mr. Seidler several times for both myself and my family. We know that he and his firm are very knowledgeable of the law and always consider their clients interests. I have recommended them in the past and will continue to in the future. ..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Karen Marley Mondry

    Karen Marley Mondry

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation
    Review: "Karen is very professional. This is my second time using her. I would highly recommend her to anyone. "
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    James Randall Busch

    James Randall Busch

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Experienced civil and criminal attorney, who has been practicing in the Northwest Suburbs since 1985. Village Prosecutor since 1995, which gives me the unique perspective of the prosecution side as well as the defense side of criminal and traffic ...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Steven R. Decker

    Steven R. Decker

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Mr. Decker was a fighter he was very professional and knew what he was doing. He submit a motion that was in violation of our rights. The case took 14 months however we won the motion."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Steven Michael Goldman

    Steven Michael Goldman

    3.65 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have had a couple interactions with the police over the years and of all the lawyers I have hired, none have ever quite gotten the job done like Mr. Goldman. His vast knowledge of the law and unique approach are the only reason I am a free man t..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Maciej Sokolowski

    Maciej Sokolowski

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more
    Review: "I hired him as my lawyer for a number of matters. Handled my divorce and got me my driver's license back. Really knows what he is doing. Expained everything in a way I understand it and knew the answer to everything question I could think of. His ..."
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    John Preston Sharp

    John Preston Sharp

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "John Sharp is an excellent attorney. Everyone involved with Sharp&Harmon law firm is very professional and results driven."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Robert S. Nathan

    Robert S. Nathan

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI and DWI
    Review: "He got me out of a pickle and I am very grateful for his service. He is very friendly and good at his job."
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