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    Matthew D. Nemeth

    Matthew D. Nemeth

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Matt Nemeth did an excellant job handling my custody/child support case. He kept me informed and educated me along the way. His office was always quick to return calls and e-mails. Everyone was very helpful and supportive."
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    Richard A. Anderson

    Richard A. Anderson

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "Mr. Anderson kept me informed the entire time, was very personable, reasonably priced, and personally returned my calls in a timely manner. I highly recommend his services!"
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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 Eveland Malin

    Michael Eveland Malin

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was referred to Mr. Malin by a VERY reputable criminal defense attorney in both McLean and Livingston Co (Illinois) whom recently retired. He assured me that Mr.Malin would be excellent council to represent me. He stated that “I would need someo..."
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    Carl David Sporny

    Carl David Sporny

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Carl was the most capable and compassionate Attorney I have ever met!! Unfortunatly I have met my share of them and he is amazing!!! Strongly reccommend him to anyone who needs a GREAT lawyer!!!"
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    Jason David Majer

    Jason David Majer

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "He did a great job! He did exactly what he was supposed to do! He’s a great lawyer and easy to talk to!"
    Rating:  6.9
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    David J. O'Connor

    David J. O'Connor

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Dave did an outstanding job in both preparing and trying my case. He was able to bring the key facts to light that ultimately impacted the decision. Win or lose, I was comfortable that my case was presented in a thorough and professional manner. I..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Nathan Philip Eimer

    Nathan Philip Eimer

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Antitrust & Trade Law, Litigation and more
    Rating:  10
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    William Gaston McLean

    William Gaston McLean

    4.816 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family
    Bio: I am William Gaston McLean III, an immigration attorney from Ocala, Florida. I have fought for the rights of immigrants all over the world ever since I entered law school, and I have been an immigration attorney ever since I received my license to...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Loren A. Seidner

    Loren A. Seidner

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Loren was a former Asst State's Attorney. He knows the judges. That's what matters, so he's a solid choice for criminal representation. Mine was a pretty simple affair but he handled it well through expungement."
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    William H. Laws

    William H. Laws

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr laws will not beat around the bush with you and if he knows your in a good situation he will let you know, If not he will most defiantly tell you where you messed up at and or get it straightened out with no problem. You want a guy that listens..."
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    Theodore Joseph Adams

    Theodore Joseph Adams

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile
    Review: "good honest lawyer. this is the case that hurt me a lot in my life because i was falsely accuse of something and Theodore J Adams took me out of this problem by making sure the judge knew the truth that i was innocent. He was able to beat my case ..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Michael James Harrison

    Michael James Harrison

    4.25 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 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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    Scott Richard Lassar

    Scott Richard Lassar

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Corporate and Incorporation, Criminal Defense, Litigation and more
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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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    Aaron Thomas Wise

    Aaron Thomas Wise

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Aaron graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 2007 and subsequently from Southern Illinois University School of Law in 2012. He passed the bar shortly thereafter and began working in the private sector with Roberts Law Firm as an Associate A...
    Rating:  7.6
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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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    Steven Michael Cichon

    Steven Michael Cichon

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He's now working for the states attorney's office in Rock Island IL. I was charged with a traffic violation. I met with him one time and he promised if I took care of the issues with my Driver's license that he would amend the charge. I followe..."
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    Alan M. Jacob

    Alan M. Jacob

    3.811 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 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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