Bruce Douglas Schottland

Bruce Douglas Schottland

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Round Lake Beach, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Domestic Violence

625 W. Rollins Rd. Suite A, Round Lake Beach, IL

About Bruce

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 24 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2001

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Harter & Schottland PC

625 W. Rollins Rd. Suite A, Round Lake Beach, IL, 60073-1278

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Bruce Douglas Schottland's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Manny | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE MAN IS HERO....

I will admit that this review is well delayed. here it is... you know when someone says " i gotta a guy" .... well anyone who ever needs an ATTORNEY... can say just that and THAT GUY IS Bruce DS.... he has the experience and knows the right people. I first met Bruce in a lobby after hearing other ...cases for felony speeding.... my case came up and I wasn't prepared. fate would have it that I stepped out to the lobby to look for an attorney on the drop of a dime and there was BDS.... I came back into the courtroom and he handled matters for me in snip. In march of 2017 I called upon THE MAN for a DUI and once again HE came through in a HUGE way... Bruce is YOUR GUY!!!!

Posted by James | January 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Truly Excellent Lawyer & Law Firm

I had a great experience with attorney Bruce Schottland his team is very knowledgeable on the business of law. Bruce is very informative, professional & trustworthy. They will find the best solution to any bad or good situation. I would highly recommend this team for any legal problem. A++! Thank you... sincerely.

Posted by Meli | March 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

By far One of the best!

Bruce just goes above and beyond for his clients. I've used Bruce for legal representation for about 6 years now, criminal and minor traffic cases and have always beat my case. If your looking for a Lawyer that actually cares about his clients and does his absolute best you have found him.

Posted by Anonymous | August 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The judge told me I have an excellent attorney!

Throughout life, I have hired my fair share of lawyers, wether it be immigration, employment, traffic and unfortunately criminal. Some lawyers were good, some were mediocre, and some were terrible. The one lawyer that sticks out in my mind as absolutely excellent is Bruce Schottland of Harter & Schot...tland. I was charged with a double DUI and blew over the limit. I was devastated and felt helpless. I feared tremendously my immigration status was in jeopardy. I interviewed five or six different lawyers but decided on Bruce. He was there to help me pick up the pieces and had my cased dismissed and re-filed as an ordinance, which is like a parking ticket! He obtained the best possible outcome for me. He was so thorough and patient, this gave me hope and kept me positive throughout the case. I was charged with criminal damage to property and could've been up-charged to a felony, but again Bruce obtained the best outcome for me yet again. He has solved my legal problems. I knew I had the best of the best when the prosecutor in my first case told me in the hallway that I was lucky to have such an excellent attorney. The judge in my second case told me I had a great lawyer. I do not plan in getting any more trouble, but if I ever do, I will always go to Bruce. His professionalism, thoroughness and patience remains unchallenged!

Posted by anonymous | July 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer

Hired for Criminal defense. He understands me as a person, understands the legal case and is influential due to his great knoweldge of the law. Was a positive force in my case and highly recommended.

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Bruce Douglas Schottland's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jerald Novak

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bruce is a bright, hard working crimnal defense attorney. He is knowledgable about the case law and he is conscientious and dedicated to his client's representation.. He is not afraid to litigate the tough cases."

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Robert Kerr

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bruce is one of the best attorneys that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Particularly in Lake County, Illinois, Bruce's reputation, experience, and professional connections are unmatched. I think of Bruce as a guy that delivers results for his clients, even in the face of the most daunting criminal prosecutions. Without hesitation I endorse Bruce Schottland."

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Thomas Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Barrido

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Bruce Schottland. Bruce is an extremely intelligent and aggressive defense lawyer. He will find creative ways to fight for you and will use every legal tactic to protect your rights. Bruce is also very respected amongst lawyers on both sides of criminal law. I trust him implicitly."

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Tamara Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Each client in need of a criminal defense attorney who I have referred to Mr. Schottland has reported being very impressed with his top notch representation. I know Mr. Schottland's knowledge and skill in the area of criminal defense to be of the highest caliber and he achieves the best possible outcome for his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Schottland."

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Jerald Novak

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2004

Lake County Public Defender Office Award, Lake County Office of the Public Defender

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Partner, Harter & Schottland, PC

2002 - 2004

Public Defender, Lake County Public Defender's Office

2001 - 2002

Attorney, Cremer Kopon Shaughnessy & Spina

1998 - 1999

Legal Clerk, Goldstein & Fluxgold, P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

American Civil Liberties Union

Member

2011 - Present

Experimental Aircraft Association, Chapter 932

President

2011 - Present

Marijuana Policy Project

Member

2009 - Present

Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

2006 - Present

Federal Aviation Administration

Private Pilot

2006 - Present

Experimental Aircraft Association

Member

2004 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

2004 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

2004 - Present

Mano a Mano Family Resource Center

Vice President

2014 - 2014

Northern Illinois Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (NICASA)

Truancy Court Judge

2006 - 2008

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Juvenile- unlawful use of a credit card, domestic battery & unlawful possession of stolen motor vehicle.

Avoided convictions and DCFS placement

Aggravated DUI- NOT GUILTY

Not Guilty at Trial

quarter pound of cannabis suppressed from evidence

Dismissed

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Education

2001

University of Illinois College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1996

University of Illinois, Chicago

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2012

http://www.harterschottland.com/blog/uncategorized/fighting-drug-cases-part-1 Fighting Drug Cases- Part 1

2012

http://www.harterschottland.com/blog/uncategorized/fighting-drug-cases-part-2 Fighting Drug Cases- Part 2

2010

http://www.harterschottland.com/blog/uncategorized/drivers-license-suspensions Driver's License Suspensions

Languages

Spanish

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