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I am a licensed Illinois attorney currently practicing at McHenry county's largest criminal defense firm, Donahue and Kililis, PC. I represent clients in criminal and civil court daily, in McHenry, Lake, Cook, DuPage, DeKalb, and Boone counties. I represent clients at all stages of need, in various criminal offenses, including but not limited to: DUI/Summary Suspension, Domestic Battery, Drug offenses, Petty & Misdemeanor Traffic Offenses, Battery, Sexual Misconduct, License Reinstatement. I also handle civil matters including trial and hearings on Orders of Protection, Civil/No Stalking No Contact Order, Forcible Entry & Detainer, Small Claims and limited areas of Family Law.
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4310 W Crystal Lake Rd Ste C, Mchenry, IL, 60050
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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...
Posted by Graciela | December 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great experience!!
Amazing service from start to finish I highly recommend Attorney Vanessa Sheehan. Vanessa was a wonder to work with. She kept me informed on all things going on with my case and left me with no worries. Thank you for your help!!
Posted by Robert | December 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Best in the business
Vanessa was great just like the rest of the Firm over there. They are the best in the business, Vanessa was super helpful, and down to earth. She answered all my questions, called me back (Which is sometimes hard for attorneys) but not for her. Any questions or information I needed she handled. If yo...
Posted by Laura | January 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Seamless and professional experience
Ms Sheehan took the time to explain the traffic court proceedings very thoroughly. Once the court date arrived, everything went as planned. I highly recommend her services because you want an experienced professional in your corner.
Posted by Yana | December 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Her performance is flawless with her unmatched talents!
I’ve used the same firm for years. Unfortunately, this time, I was in a county that is very strict on the charges I received. As nervous as I was for over a year and half due to COVID, Vanessa assured me I wouldn’t get the book thrown at me. Well she did better than that! My charges were lessened so ...
"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."
"Ms. Sheehan is a fierce advocate for her clients whom isn't afraid to litigate to get results. I highly recommend her."
DUI and DWI lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
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)
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
2018 - Present
McHenry County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
Not Guilty
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
MS - Master of Science
2005
B.A.
2019
Illinois Secretary of State: Fraud Hearings
2019
A Roadmap to Success
2018
Cybercrimes, Technology and Juvenile Law: What you and your child need to know about social media and internet dangers
Spanish