Former Prosecutor with more than 15 years experience in working criminal cases including federal crimes, violent crimes, and white collar crimes. Currently focused on Effectively Fighting For You in DUI and Criminal cases. I'm available to work with you across several counties including McHenry, Lake, DuPage, Cook, and Will County.
Practice areas
Former Cook County prosecutor for ten years. Handled cases from traffic and DUI to Murder cases and everything in between.
23 years
Including misdemeanor, felony and secretary of state hearings for driver's license reinstatement
23 years
Languages spoken
English
Lynn T Palac, Attorney at Law
121 S Wilke
Suite 301
Arlington Heights, IL, 60005
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1999 | 03/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 7 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Etchingham Law | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | Waltz, Palmer & Dawson LLC | 2009 - 2014 |
Asst. State's Attorney | Cook County State's Attorney's Office | 1999 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Northwest Suburban Bar Association | Chair Criminal Law Committee | 2013 - Present |
Catholic Charities | Volunteer | 2012 - Present |
University of Phoenix | Professor Criminal Justice Ethics | 2011 - Present |
Northwest Suburban Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
United Way | Career Mentor | 2011 - 2012 |
Rolling Meadows Crime Stoppers | Board Member | 2011 - 2014 |
Leila Grace Foundation | Pro-bono Legal Advisor | 2010 - 2012 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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criminallawyerrollingmeadows.com | Criminal Law and DUI Blog | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Depaul University College of Law | Juris Doctor | 1999 |
Loyola University Chicago | Bachelor of Science | 1996 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Mock Trial Competition Judge | Criminal Trial Practice | 2013 |
What Women Should Know | Litigation and Family Law | 2012 |
Mock Trial Competition Judge | Criminal Trial Practice | 2011 |
Driving Rights Seminar | DUI, Driving and other Traffic Topics | 2011 |
Continuing Legal Education Seminar | Women Criminal Attorneys | 2011 |
Continuing Legal Education Seminar | Employee Theft | 2010 |
Citizen's Police Academy | Local and State Laws | 2003 |
Domestic Violence | Domestic Violence Issues | 2001 |
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Hannah Garst, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Lynn is a great attorney who is very knowledgeable on all criminal matters. I regularly refer clients to her and know that she will do a great job for them!
Joseph Selbka, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 31, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Lynn is an experienced and clever criminal defense attorney who thinks quickly on her feet. Her experience as a prosecutor gives her an understanding of how to best represent her clients.
Hannah Garst, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Lynn is a great attorney who is very knowledgeable on all criminal matters. I regularly refer clients to her and know that she will do a great job for them!
Joseph Selbka, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 31, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Lynn is an experienced and clever criminal defense attorney who thinks quickly on her feet. Her experience as a prosecutor gives her an understanding of how to best represent her clients.
Susan Dawson, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
Lynn Palac is a hard working, tough and focused crimminal defense counsel. She gets to the heart of the matter and gets the job done for her clients. I highly recommend Lynn!
Rafi Arbel, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 21, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Lynn has very solid experience as a state's attorney. She understands criminal law and procedure. Someone accused of a crime would be well served by hiring Lynn Palac.
Nichole Waltz, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 17, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse Lynn Palac as an excellent criminal defense attorney. Lynn has the experience and knowledge to adeptly handle any criminal matter ranging from traffic maters and DUI to misdemeanor and felony charges including cases involving drugs, assault/battery, attempted murder and murder. Lynn knows how cases are prosecuted and therefore can expertly develop a defense or case strategy. Lynn is a professional who addresses her clients’ concerns, questions and legal needs in a manner that is unmatched.
Matthew Medina, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 3, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer's work. I worked with Lynn Palac for over a decade at the Cook County State’s Attorneys Office. I have had an opportunity to see her work fist hand. Ms. Palac is without question a top-tier attorney. Her brilliant legal mind, sharp wit, and a dogged dedication to her clients puts her in the category of attorneys who you need to have on speed-dial if you are ever in trouble. I give her my highest rating.
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