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About Evan
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
38 years
DUI and DWI
40%
33 years
Juvenile Law
10%
38 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
10%
33 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Illinois for 37 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
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Evan J. Winer
9 N County St Ste 100, Waukegan, IL, 60085-8107
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Case Results (88)
Advocacy (46)
Recommendation (32)
Professionalism (24)
Responsiveness (21)
Communication Style (20)
Practice Area Knowledge (20)
Cost of Services (16)
General Knowledge (14)
Character & Conduct (10)
Trustworthiness (7)
Compassion (4)
Punctuality (3)
Payment Plans (1)
Staff & Support (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 21 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I owe him everything
I was in an extremely bad situation, I had been arrested for Criminal destruction to property. I was facing a possible felony and I had at least 5 counts against me. I couldn't sleep, couldn't eat, cried everyday from the guilt and from how bad things could've gotten. I contacted Winer and he took ac...
Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Diligent
Evan did an outstanding job in handling a case for me recently. Not only was he diligent in making sure we got the optimal outcome for the case, he was also sure to keep me up to date every step of the way. I would not consider using anyone else if you need legal representation.
Posted by Santo | August 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great work
Evan was able to complete my Traffic case very quickly and with the best possible outcome, when I say quick I mean within days of contacting and hiring him.
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent attorney with great client experience!
Highly recommended! Evan is extremely professional and truly care about his client. He works for the best possible outcome for his client. He is easily accessible via text or email, highly responsive and does not mind answering any question no matter how trivial that might be. A very calm, honest a...
Evan Winer
Replied last April 29, 2020Thank you for your kind words. I do my best to be as accessible to clients as possible. If you ever need help again please let me know.
Posted by James | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
OUI case
Evan knew exactly how to handle my case. He was very knowledgable and was able to communicate with me in terms that I would understand. He continually provided me updates throughout the duration of the case through all forms of communication. I highly recommend Evan.
Evan J. Winer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Evan is a highly effective, aggressive advocate for his clients. He is a well experienced trial attorney as well and I would recommend his services to anyone in need of a Criminal/DUI/Traffic Defense Attorney."
Kenneth Alpert
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Top Lawyer, American Lawyer
1988
Phi Beta Kappa, University of Iowa
1984
Graduate with Distinction(Cum Laude), University of Iowa
1984
Orville Hitchcock Foundation Scholarship, University of Iowa
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Partner, Law Office of Winer & Winer
1997 - 1997
Prosecuting Attorney, Cook County State Attorney's Office
1995 - 1996
Public Defender, Lake County Public Defender's Office
1989 - 1995
Public Defender, Cook County Public Defenders Office
1988 - 1989
Attorney, Arnstein & Lehr, LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
North Suburban Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Lake County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionExecutive Committee Member
1993 - 2018
Illinois State Bar Association, Traffic Laws and Courts SectionExecutive Committee Member
1993 - 2018
Illinois State Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionExecutive Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Criminal/DUI/Traffic/Juvenile
Education
1988
Loyola University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
University of Iowa
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Loyola University of Chicago
Legal Writing
Publications
2016
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Second Chance Probation and the Offender Initiative Program
2003
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
On the Legal Front Line in the War on Terror
1997
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Law Abroad - A South American Odyssey
1995
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
The Missing Lincoln
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I got charged with a class c felony. I’m s first time offender. Can it be dropped? Or lowered?
13 Jun 2020
Q&A
Will I go to jail or just pay fine ?
09 Jun 2020
Q&A
Can someone recording me speeding get me int trouble? Also, can I get a ticket for something that happened a week ago?
13 Jun 2020