Thomas Mark Moran

Thomas Mark Moran

4.8
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 34 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Palatine, IL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

19 S Bothwell St Ste 100, Palatine, IL

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

OWI, Traffic Violations

70%
Criminal Defense 30%

Felony and Misdemeanor Possession Cases, Retail Theft, Battery

30%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 33 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1993

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1991

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Ahern & Moran LLC

19 S Bothwell St Ste 100, Palatine, IL, 60067-6100

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Thomas Mark Moran's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

With Immense Gratitude

I was referred to Mr. Moran in 2018 by an attorney friend after a Cook County DUI arrest. With prior convictions on my record, I faced, and honestly deserved extremely serious, life-changing consequences including harsh fines, indefinite loss of driving privileges and incarceration. Before gettin...g into the specifics of my case, Mr. Moran showed a personal interest in me. Based on my history, he urged me to end my relationship with alcohol, basically telling my that I simply can't drink again. As if I hadn't heard that before... After reviewing my case he told me that we definitely should not go to trial. We should promptly take necessary steps for recovery/treatment as well as complete everything that would be required by the courts. Then we would wait for the right timing to secure the most favorable plea deal that we could get, hopefully avoiding jail time. The case was recently settled after over 20 months of litigation, and the outcome far exceeded my wildest hopes. The charges were reduced, the fine was minimal and there was no incarceration or loss of driving privileges. Mr. Moran's expertise and patience in navigating my case through the court system was exceptional. And to top it off, after at least a dozen court appearances, he never charged me anything beyond what he told me it would cost at the very beginning. Mr. Moran's representation has truly been a blessing in my life. His assistant Lauren was also a pleasure to work with. She was always available for my many questions and her friendly demeanor definitely helped me to be a little more comfortable in a very uncomfortable situation. I couldn't give a stronger recommendation. Thanks again!!! Today I am free, and sober. Words just can't adequately express my gratitude.

Posted by Evelio | January 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

A Good Attorney

Tom represented me on my first DUI. I was referred to him by a good friend. I was told TOM was a good DUI attorney and I was glad to find that to be true. Tom was able to get all charges dropped in my DUI case. I would refer TOM to anyone with a DUI!!! He will get you the best outcome possible. In my... case acquitted on all charges!!

Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Tom Moran

Tom represented me for a first offense DUI. I highly recommend him! -Tom is responsive, approachable, professional, polite and confident. -Tom is very well respected and liked in the court room (judge, bailiff, peers, etc) -Tom was well prepared for trial....good strategy, questioning, etc. Tom... is highly knowledgeable and experienced on DUI’s!

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI case

I was referred to Tom Moran by a friend when I had no idea where to start looking. I needed a DUI lawyer for an incident that happened last year. Tom was helpful and informative, and made me feel more at ease about the situation when I met with him for the first time. Although it was a long process, ...Tom was with me every step of the way, explaining what was going on and what the potential outcomes were. Tom advised me to go to trial instead of taking a plea, and I trusted his instincts. A bench trial was held, and Tom did a great job. He was very convincing and thorough, and the judge's final decision was that I was not guilty of a DUI offense. It was the best possible outcome, and I was thrilled. After the trial, a stranger that had been sitting in came up to me to let me know how lucky I had gotten with Tom Moran- that he was one of the two best DUI lawyers he knew. I feel that I did get very luck with Tom, considering I had no idea where to even start. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Very Grateful and Satisfied Client!

Working with Tom was a pleasure. He was very professional and well prepared. I was always kept well informed and he patiently addressed all of my questions and concerns. I was very satisfied with the final disposition of my first and last DUI case. He is an expert in the area of DUI and I would rec...ommend him without any reservations whatsoever.

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Thomas Mark Moran's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bayarjargal Sereenen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tom is one of the most qualified attorney in DUI Law and Criminal Defense Law areas in the State of Illinois. I endorse this attorney."

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Alan Jones

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I've know him for over 20 years. Tom is very knowledgeable and an excellent defense attorney."

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Cary Dohman

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is one of the most well-respected DUI attorneys in the Chicago area. Not is he at the forefront of DUI literature and speaking engagements, but he is as strong of a litigator as you can find in or around Chicago. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Serkland

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom Moran is an excellent attorney. When I was a prosecutor right out of law school, I had the privilege to try cases against him. I learned a great deal about the legal profession opposing him for many years. He is a true gentleman and an absolute class act."

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Matthew Medina

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I give Tom my highest endorsement. He is truly a top-tier attorney. I faced Tom countless times in my 14 years as a Cook County Assistant State's Attorney. He is a razor-sharp litigator. He is also and dogged and effective negotiator (an often overlooked yet extremely important skill). Tom is highly respected in the legal community by prosecutors, judges and his defense colleagues. I give Tom my highest rating."

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Larry Dohman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Tom for many years. Tom is one of the most knowledgeable and well-respected DUI attorneys and I highly recommend him. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Stevens

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas Moran stands out as a luminary in the field of DUI defense. He is a prestigious attorney who has earned a distinguished reputation through years of outstanding service to his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

General Editor of 2014 Edition Defending DUI and Related Cases, Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Partner, Ahern & Moran LLC

Associations

2014 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

Member

1999 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member of the Traffic Laws and Courts Section Council

Northwest Suburban Bar Associate

Education

1990

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

Traffic Law CLE

DUI Case Law Update

2017

Advanced DUI and Traffic Law Updates - Fall 2017

DUI and Traffic Law Updates

2016

ISBA Traffic Law Section - Spring 2016

DUI and Traffic Law Updates

2016

Case Law Update for 2016

Recent Traffic Cases and Cases of Interest

2016

Case Law Update for 2016

Traffic Case Law Update

2015

The 50th Annual Traffic Court Conference

DUI & Summary Suspension Law Update/Panel Discussion

Publications

2017

Northwest Suburban Bar Association Newsbriefs Recent Cases and Cases of Interest

2016

IICLE James J. Ahern on DUI Case Law

2014

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Handling DUI Cases/Chapter 1

2014

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Implied Consent in Illinois/Chapter 2

Languages

English

Activity

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