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A lawyer for over 25 years, Scott graduated from IIT Chicago-Kent Law School in 1989 and accepted an Associate position at a large Chicago-based litigation law firm. Seeking more trial work, and wanting to engage in public service, Scott joined the Cook County State's Attorney's Office in 1991. In 1994, Scott became a Felony Trial Assistant at the Criminal Courts at 2650 S. California. In 1997, Scott became a First Chair in the Felony Trial Division where he was the lead attorney on the most serious cases going to trial. In private practice since 1999, Scott has handled both civil and criminal matters. Since 2002, he has handled criminal defense matters exclusively. He practices in Cook, Lake, McHenry and DuPage counties. He has successfully defended numerous matters ranging from traffic, misdemeanors and DUIs, to the most serious felonies, including theft and property crimes, drug offenses, violent crimes and homicides.
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 1989
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750 W Northwest Hwy, Arlington Heights, IL, 60004-5343
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Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney, I would "highly recommend".
I hired Scott Anderson to provide legal services for my grandson who was being charged with a class 2 felony. I put a call to Scott at 8:00 am on a Monday morning, he returned my call before 8:30 am and met with the family at the Rolling Meadows court house at 9:30 am. Over the next three and one ha...
Posted by Ian | December 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
Scott has represented me on two occasions. Both times he has been a pleasure to work with. He promptly replied to any questions or concerns that I had. As well, he kept me updated on the progress of my case; including the steps he was taking to achieve the outcome we were hoping for. Due to the ease ...
Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
My DUI attorney
I hired Scott Anderson as my attorney to defend me in my DUI case August of 2014. I had no valid drivers license at the time I was arrested and no way of getting one for I am an illegal immigrant. I was facing felony charges and possible deportation if I was convicted on these charges. Scott Anderson...
Posted by Clay | October 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney, I definitely reccomend.
My experience with Scott was excellent. He consistently and frequently kept me updated with important information regarding my case and went out of his way to try to be sure that the outcome of my case was the best case scenario. He was always timely and was almost always available when I needed info...
Posted by Bethany | August 31, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Dedicated and determined DUI defense
Scott Anderson defended me in a first offense DUI case 4 years ago. Essentially, he won the case for me twice. In the first instance, he built my defense on his own investigation that produced facts contradictory to the arresting officer's statement. Because it was a first offense, I was terrified. I...
"Scott Anderson is an outstanding lawyer. I would trust him with one of my family members and I wholeheartedly endorse him!"
"I highly endorse Scott Anderson. I have known Scott for many years. When I was a prosecutor, I faced Scott in the courtroom and across the negotiation table. He is a highly skilled negotiator and razor sharp trial attorney. Scott is also very well-respected by his colleagues and the entire legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Anderson has a well deserved reputation of being one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the northwest suburbs."
"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Scott, as well as against Scott, and he has always been extremely knowledgeable and professional. He represents his clients aggressively and effectively. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Scott on a criminal mater with immigration consequences . I found him to be an excellent advocate and cooperative in taking into account the immigration consequences for our mutual clinet . subsequently we have consulted with each other in Immigration and Criminal cases . He is bright , dedicated and focused on the needs of his clients. I highly recommend without hesitation Scott to anyone i need of a criminal defense lawyer"
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2002 - Present
Managing Partner, Scott F. Anderson Attorney at Law
1991 - 1999
Prosecuting Attorney, Cook County State Attorney's Office
1999 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Northwest Suburban Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Cook County Bar AssociationMember
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
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