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Over 30 years experience in LAKE COUNTY practicing DUI, Traffic/Criminal Law & Secretary of State hearings. Free consultation & office across from courthouse. It is critical to hire a local lawyer with significant ties to the legal community. Our family firm has been in Lake County for decades and is a known fixture here. For a comprehensive background please visit . Since graduating from law school in 1988 I have only concentrated only in criminal, DUI/Traffic defense, and Secretary of State hearings for the reason that law is very complex and a successful lawyer must keep abreast of all the new changes. Concentrating only in these areas has allowed me to keep focused on being the best. I encourage all prospective clients to carefully read the full biography of any attorney they are considering. Avoid the claims or promises. Get to the heart of their experience, skill, geographic location and background. I can assure you that I wll meet all your qualifications
For Secretary of State hearings visit www. for a comprehensive background of the requirements to obtain driving privileges.
I work with cases in the following areas, Waukegan, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Mundelein, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Antioch, Barrington, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, Evanston, Fox Lake, Glenview, Gayslake, Gurnee, Highwood, Hoffman Estates, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Mount Prospect, Niles, Northbrook, Northfield, Riverwoods, Rolling Meadows, Rould Lake, Round Lake Beach, Rosemont, Schaumburg, Skokie, Wauconda, Wheeling, Wilmette, Winthrop Harbor, Zion, Chicago and all other surrounding suburbs
Over 30 years in LAKE COUNTY in DUI/Traffic & Criminal Defense. Free Consultation
Over 30 years of experience in LAKE COUNTY in Criminal Defense, DUI and Traffic Defense. Free Consultation
Over 30 years in LAKE COUNTY in DUI/Traffic & Criminal Defense. Free Consultation
Over 30 years in LAKE COUNTY in DUI/Traffic & Criminal Defense. Free Consultation
Over 30 years experience in LAKE COUNTY with all types of Criminal, DUI & Traffic matters.
Clear your record with an Expungment or a Seal of your Records
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
40%
38 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
30%
38 years
Criminal Defense
20%
38 years
Domestic Violence
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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Awards
2025 2024 2023
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10
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 37 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Winer & Winer
(847) 336-4182
Fax
(847) 379-5503
Mobile
9 N. County St #100, Waukegan, IL, 60085
winerlawoffice.com/Online Presence
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David J. Winer's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 9, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Experienced and professional
We were referred to David Winer by another lawyer who did not want to take our sons criminal case because it was too involved. With Mr. Winer's experience, he was able to get the case to court and resolved in an expedient manner and with the best outcome we could have hoped for. Easily available thro...
Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Trustworthy Lawyer
I highly recommend David for anyone needing assistance with driver's license hearings. They guided me through the entire process with clarity and professionalism, making a stressful situation much more manageable.
Posted by Adam | December 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
An amazing lawyer that gets the job done!
Mr. Winer did a fantastic job with my case. He always answered my questions in a timely manner, and he helped me understand my case. In the end, the main charge that I was worried about the most ended up getting dismissed. All thanks to Mr. Winer! I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking for a gr...
Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
If you don't have an Uber account. Your going to need David.
David was recommended by my out of state lawyer. David had great coordination with evaluator for the process even with ILSOS failure to notify of requirements, return email inquiries and communicate by any means for months. Buckle up, let David drive. An advocate for you.
Posted by Julius | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He is a good lawyer
Difficult case but got solved,he arranged for a resolution and it was excellent
David J. Winer's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dave Winer is an excellent attorney. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable regarding the policies and procedures of the Illinois Secretary of State and has a wealth of experience in DUI, Traffic, and Drivers' License reinstatement law. From time to time I recommend clients contact Dave, and I do so with full confidence."
"David Winer is one of the finest attorneys for DUI and criminal defense in Lake County. I have used him as co-counsel many times in matters where an Illinois resident has been arrested in Wisconsin for operating under the influence or a related offense. Variations between how Wisconsin and Illinois view these matters create great complexity. David has always been able to minimize the effect in Illinois for residents arrested in Wisconsin. I strongly endorse Attorney David Winer"
"David is a wonderful attorney who handles all types of cases and I fully endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Winer has many years of experience in criminal defense and is also a well-respected license reinstatement attorney. He is a strategic and prepared lawyer and a proven litigator. His reputation in Lake County is unparalleled. Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Winer is an effective, polished and highly skilled criminal defense attorney that has extensive experience handling DUI and basically any criminal defense matter. In addition, Mr. Winer is a tremendous resource because he is an accomplished administrative hearing attorney that can help clients restore their driving privileges before the Illinois Secretary of State. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Winer to any client in need of Grade A defense or license reinstatement via an administrative hearing before the Secretary of State."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is fantastic. I have seen him work for 20 years. He is professional, patient, hard working and talented at his craft! I have recommended David to others and will continue to do so."
"I endorse this lawyer. As an AVVO-rated "10" myself, I consider David my "Go-To" lawyer when I have a client with a Lake County (and surrounding area) criminal problem. Excellent results and a reasonable fee."
"I endorse this lawyer. Having opposed David while I was a Cook County State's Attorney, I can tell you that prosecutors must be prepared when David represents a defendant. David is highly skilled in trial work and understands how to effectively negotiate plea agreements that benefit and protect defendants."
"As the Village Prosecutor of Northbrook, I have had the privilege of having numerous cases against David. He is always a well prepared, competent and professional advocate for alll of his clients. Without hesitation, I endorse David."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have prosecuted cases which David has defended. David Winer is a very experienced, well versed attorney who advocates strongly for his clients. David is alway prepared and ready to fight for what he believes in."
"I endorse this lawyer. David and I have a long professional history together working on criminal, DUI, traffic and driver's license matters. He's professional and thorough, and represents his clients with care. I'm pleased to endorse David Winer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Good guy, competent lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Dave on numerous occassions. What distinguishes David from other attorneys in the community is that he cares about each one of his client's. He goes above and beyond what other attorneys do for their clients. David is well respected in the community, he is knowledgeable and compassionate and an excellent attorney."
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Experience
Honors
1988
Moot Court team, International Law Society, Dean's Honors List
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Partner, Law Offices of Winer & Winer
1993 - 1994
Legal Consultant, Legal Resources Center, South Africa
1988 - 1993
Senior Public Defender, Lake County Public Defender
1987 - 1988
Legal Intern, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
Associations
1993 - Present
Illinois Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1993 - Present
Justinian Society of LawyersAttorney Member
1993 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1988 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationChairman Lawyer Referral Service
Sample of Legal Cases
FIGHT TO THE FINISH
Many Not Guilty Verdicts
Too Numerous to List in all Aspect of Criminal and Traffic Law
Education
1988
IIT-Chicago Kent School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1988
University of Tel-Aviv
Law Program
1983
University of Iowa
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1979
Roger Sullivan High School
High School
Speaking Engagements
2014
Annual Criminal Law Seminar
DUI, Traffic and Secretary of State Hearings.
2013
Probation Department, Lake County
Secretary of State Hearings and DUI arrests
2013
DUI -Traffic Offenses and Secretary of State Hearings lence
Guest Speaker, NVC Radio Show
2013
Annual Seminar, Lake County Criminal/Traffic Law Association
Traffic & Criminal Law Update
2012
Criminal & Traffic Law Seminar for Attorneys
Illinois Secretary of State Hearings for Driving Privileges
2011
Lake County Bar Association Criminal Law Seminar
Conducting Secretary of State License Hearings
2010
Deerfield Police Department
Citizens Police Academy Lecturer
2010
Continuing Legal Education Speaker
Secretary of State Driver's License Hearings
2008
Vernon Hills Police Department
Citizen's Police Academy Lecturer
2002
Fox Lake Rotary Club
The State of Criminal Law in America
Publications
2016
The Docket, Lake County Bar Association
WWII Veterans History Project Interview Program
2015
The Docket, Lake County Bar Association
2016, Significant Changes to DUI and Secretary of State Law
2014
The Docket - Lake County Bar Association
Illinois Residents with an Out-of-State DUI Arrest
2012
The Docket, Lake County, Illinois
Out Of State Hearing Packets
2012
The Docket - The Lake County Bar Association
Collateral Consequences of a Crimnal Convictionn
2010
"The Docket" Lake County Bar Association Magazine
Informal Hearings before the Secretary of State for Driver's Licenses
2010
"The Docket" Lake County Legal Magazine.
Methods to Vacate A Prior Traffic Conviction
2009
"The Docket" The Lake County Monthly Legal Magazine
Formal Hearings before the Illinois Secretary of State for Driving Privileges
2001
"The Docket" Lake County Legal Magazine
Criminal Law Conference
2001
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Effect of a Drug Offense Conviction on College Financial Aid
2001
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Minor Traffic Tickets and Suspended Licenses the Basics
1996
"The Docket" Lake County Bar Association Legal magazine
Profiles in Lawyering, Harold Winer
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can i get my suspended licence in illinois resolved even though its been about 18yrs ?
30 Apr 2020
Q&A
Is there a statute of limitations when it comes to traffic tickets?
30 Apr 2020
Q&A
I need help figuring out what’s wrong with my license and how to get it to work, ASAP ?
01 May 2020