Vanessa M Sheehan

Vanessa M Sheehan

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 15 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Mchenry, IL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence ... +4 more

4310 W Crystal Lake Rd Ste C, Mchenry, IL

About Vanessa

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 15 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2010

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Donahue and Kililis, PC

4310 W Crystal Lake Rd Ste C, Mchenry, IL, 60050

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Vanessa M Sheehan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jonathan | April 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend Vanessa

Extremely satisfied with the results from Vanessa highly recommend y'all to have her on your side she won't let you down!

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great experience

Vanessa did a fantastic job helping my 16-year-old daughter with her traffic ticket. She was professional, knowledgeable, and made the process easy to understand. Thanks to her for expertise, the ticket was dismissed, and we couldn’t be more relieved. I appreciate her responsiveness and guidance thro...ughout the process. I highly recommend Vanessa for anyone in need of a reliable attorney!I

Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A Very Happy Customer

Vanessa did an outstanding job representing me for a traffic violation. She thoroughly explained the details of my case, including all potential risks, ensuring I fully understood the situation. From the start, I felt safe in her hands and, most importantly, confident that she would advocate for me e...ffectively. Her expertise and attention to detail made all the difference, and I am truly grateful for both her guidance and the positive outcome she achieved. I highly recommend her services.

Posted by Joe | February 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Vanessa Sheehan

I am so glad I hired Vanessa Sheehan. Not only did we win in court, we won with swagger. She had strategies up her sleeve I did not see coming. It is clear Vanessa had read the book cover-to-cover. She will take care of business!

Posted by Tom | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Review from Tom Kuna

Vanessa has been terrific and very patient with me. I ask a lot of questions and she has always given me the answers. I have so much respect for her to live a double life. attorney by day and mother helping her family by night. I used to do that same routine as a professional and single parent. I tr...uly believe that experience builds character and confidence in what you do every day. I would give Vanessa an A + for helping me navigate though the court system. She is a special lady! She is poised and confident at all times. Best Tom Kuna

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Vanessa M Sheehan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Nold

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Vanessa has all the qualities you need to be a true force in the courtroom. Combined with her knowledge and experience, her tenacity, relentlessness, and quick thinking gets deals done with prosecutors and opposing counsels. If not, they know she'll be a dominant force at trial as she has demonstrated time and again throughout her career."

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James Hess

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vanessa is as qualified, effective and successful as they come."

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Caryn Barone

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Sheehan is a fierce advocate for her clients whom isn't afraid to litigate to get results. I highly recommend her."

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Patrick Walsh

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Nold

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Patrick Walsh

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

National Highway & Transportation Safety Administration, National Traffic Highway Safety Administration

2016

DUI Detection & Field Sobriety Administration, DUI Detection & Field Sobriety Administration

2009

Best Cross Examination, National Trial Advocacy Competition (NTAC)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Donahue and Kililis, PC

2011 - 2012

Assistant to the President, JMC Wealth Management

2009 - 2010

Criminal Law Clinic Attorney, Valparaiso School of Law Criminal Clinic

2009 - 2009

Legal Intern, Hammond Legal Aid

2009 - 2009

Law Clerk, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

2009 - 2009

Licensed Intern, United States Attorney's Office

2009 - 2009

Volunteer Attorney, New Orleans Public Defender

2008 - 2009

Research Assistant, Michael Murray, Valparaiso School of Law

2008 - 2010

Legal Writing Teaching Assistant, Valparaiso University School of Law

2007 - 2008

Interim Director, Comcast Chicago Bandits

2007 - 2008

Director of Operations, Chicago Bandits

2006 - 2007

Resident Director & Assistant Women's Rowing Coach, Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Associations

2018 - Present

McHenry County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Battery OV

Not Guilty

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Education

2010

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Valparaiso University

MS - Master of Science

2005

University of Iowa

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2019

Illinois Secretary of State: Fraud Hearings

Illinois Secretary of State: Fraud Hearings

2019

Illinois Secretary of State Administrative Hearings

A Roadmap to Success

2018

Cybercrimes, Technology and Juvenile Law

Cybercrimes, Technology and Juvenile Law: What you and your child need to know about social media and internet dangers

Languages

Spanish

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