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
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  • 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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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Professionalism

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 Gabriel V | December 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The light at the end of the tunnel aka Vanessa M Sheehan

Capable of handling individual cases on multiple different Illinois State Counties simultaneously with surgical precision in order to help you get the best results. The level of knowledge of Vanessa is off the charts. The accuracy and efficiency to guide you through the intricacies of the judicial... system and all the different aspects, programs and suggested treatment levels is unsurpassable. She knows exactly what to do to get you out of the bad situation you are facing in order to protect your freedom and rights. Justice will be served in your favor with her representation. She will have your best interest 100% She handled my lake county case but was the Architect director and coordinator of all the moving parts in all counties for me. She was Divine intervention in the flesh! Gods hand on Earth directly guiding and correcting my path as I walked through the valley of the shadows. My light at the end of the tunnel. The only hope I had and the answer to my prayers. I will for the rest of my life will be grateful to this amazing human being. Words cannot express how much I appreciate all you did for me and my family. The most valuable person in my defense team. Thanks to everyone at the office too, everyone is super nice.

Posted by Bryan McCartney | February 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Formal hearing

Very prepared, calmed me down very professional, handled everything the hearing officers threw at her thank you Vanessa

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 ...significantly that my license was saved and I was not convicted of a DUI! Rest assured when you hire Vanessa, you are hiring a very knowledgeable professional that’s straight forward and realistic! She won’t baby you and she will tell you straight up how it is. You’re wasting your money if you go anywhere else. You’ll regret not hiring her, guaranteed!

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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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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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