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Biography
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.
Practicing criminal law exclusively for over 25 years. Free consultation. Call 847-906-2164
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
DUI and DWI
50%
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 36 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Scott F Anderson
750 W Northwest Hwy, Arlington Heights, IL, 60004-5343
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Posted by MKA | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
Juvenile Sex Crime
I would highly recommend Scott Anderson. My son's case was very challenging to say the least. He was convicted of a sex crime when he was 15 years old. After 5 years Scott was able to get him off the Juvenile Sexual Registration then get his record fully expunged. My son is able to have a second c...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent Lawyer
Mr Anderson not only beat my DUI charges, he also won the return of my truck in the Civil Fortfiture case. He knows the law and kept me informed thru out this very stressful ordeal. A true professional and an Excellent Lawyer.
Posted by Diana | December 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing
Scott is an amazing lawyer. He is exceptionally professional. I was charged with a weapons offense I didn’t commit and Scott worked tireless to my defense. For every court appearance he was on time, ready to role, and always positive. I knew from the start he had my best interest at heart. I felt thr...
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 John | February 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Scott Knows His Stuff- Lost My License and Helped Me Get It Back
I was in a bad place in my life. I had lost my license because of a DUI. It was revoked and I was not getting it back unless I went through many hoops. Scott knows how it works in and out. He handled all the paperwork, and prepared me for the in person hearings with a State lawyer and 'neutral...
Scott Fredrick Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Highly endorsed. Excellent attorney. Very knowledgeable and thorough."
"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."
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"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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Experience
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Managing Partner, Scott F. Anderson Attorney at Law
1991 - 1999
Prosecuting Attorney, Cook County State Attorney's Office
Associations
1999 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Northwest Suburban Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Cook County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1996
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1989
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English