Merrill K. Davis

Merrill K. Davis

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 11 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Northfield, IL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

191 Waukegan Rd, Suite 305, Northfield, IL

About Merrill

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 11 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2014

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Davis Law Group, P.C.

191 Waukegan Rd, Suite 305, Northfield, IL, 60093

The Davis Law Group, P.C.

420 W. Huron, Suite 212, Chicago, IL, 60654

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Merrill K. Davis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Bill | August 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Davis Law Firm is the best

I do not regret my call to Davis Law Firm one bit for my driver license reinstatement process post DUI. Given that I moved out of Illinois to Tennessee, Davis Law made the process of reinstatement 100% hassle and stress free from moment one to the last. Even when it came to seeing why the state imp...osed 2 reinstatement fees per violation, a quick phone call and problem solved just like magic. Process was handled in a timely, professional manner and I do not regret my call to Davis Law Firm

Posted by Walter | October 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Without a doubt, hiring Merrill was the best decision I've made in a long time, you can't go wrong.

After over 20 years of avoiding my driving history of multiple DUI's in my past, Merrill Davis orchestrated every step I needed to take to clear my name and get fully reinstated even though I live out of state. Do yourself a favor friend, do not mess around, get the best help you can because you... just can't live without your freedom of movement. If you're wondering about the price, I found it to be extremely affordable. A lot less than getting caught driving. Let that sink in. I'd say Good Luck but the real truth is after hiring the Firm, I firmly believe your already on your way to better days. Just saying.

Posted by Lindsay | October 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney

I can not say enough good things about Merrill Davis and The Davis Law Group! I was referred by a friend after my license was revoked for my second dui. The firm that handled the criminal part of my case basically told me reinstatement was a dead end and close to impossible because I resigned from my... job to be a stay at home mom. I wish I had known about The Davis Law Group earlier and hired them to handle the criminal part too! I found out today that I was granted FULL reinstatement!!! Merrill was very thorough in her explanation of the process and how they would be handling my case and so patient with the millions of questions that I asked. She made me feel very at ease and I was so confident in their ability to get my driving privileges restored!

Posted by Craig | August 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Licesnse reenstatement

Merrill Davis and Davis law firm was pivotal in my successful reinstatement. I could NEVER have done this alone and please do try yourself! The process is so complex! I was out of state trying to deal with a DUI from 1985! Davis law firm was with me for each step along the way with very clear instruc...tions on what to expect, what to do and how to do it! I can recommend them without the LEAST hesitation and 100% confidence! Thank you, thank you and thank you! I am legal again! Oh thank God I am legal again!!!

Posted by Andrew Golabek | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Customer service the best

I had gotten myself into alot of trouble 4 dui to be exact the entire Davis Law Group from receptionist to Mr. Davis especially looked at my situation and guided me every step of the way to getting my license back on 3/3 2017 Mr. Davis is a no-nonsense lawyer and was instrument in me achieving my goa...l of obtaining my privileges back he's a tough man for a tough situation and if anybody wants results and puts in the effort that he tells them to do they will have a positive experience with the total team also Ms. Davis pushed me in the right direction im sure he is proud of her thankyou Merrill I've had a lot of lawyers in the past but none better thank you my friend

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Merrill K. Davis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Emilio Moretti

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Merrill since she has begun her career as an attorney. She has always been, and remains to be, very focused and committed to providing her clients with excellent and aggressive representation. I’ve witnessed her in court on many occasions achieve great results. She has a great working relationship with court personnel and she doesn’t back down an inch when it comes to fighting for her clients. Like so many others in the legal community, she has gained my respect, and that is why she has my endorsement."

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Nils Wyosnick

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Davis is an excellent attorney choice for any client seeking representation in DUI defense, as well as drivers license reinstatement. I had the opportunity to work alongside Merrill for 4 years. I routinely relied, and continue to rely, on Merrill's intimate understanding of the Illinois Secretary of State license reinstatement process for drivers suffering license revocations and suspensions. Merrill is professional, efficient in her work, compassionate, and extremely experienced. I highly encourage anyone seeking help with a DUI, traffic matter, and/or license reinstatement to contact Attorney Merrill Davis."

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Ted Harvatin

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Merrill. Her specialty is Secretary of State driver's license hearings. She is very good at what she does."

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Brandon Davis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Merrill is a talented and knowledgeable attorney. She is diligent and detail-oriented, which results in successful outcomes for the clients she represents. I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Salon

Unknown lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally known Merrill for many years. She is without a doubt a bright new talented, confident and caring attorney. I see her as positive force to be reckoned with in her legal career. She is diligent, and thorough. Her breath of knowledge about drivers license and driver related issues is wide and formidable. She is the type of lawyer you would want in your corner."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Illinois Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2023

Illinois Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2022

Illinois Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2019

Fellowship Invitation, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2018

Criminal Law Rising Star Nominee, American Institute of Legal Advocates

2011

CALI Award for the Highest Grade in Torts, CALI

2011

The Charles R. Purcell Award for the Highest Grade in Torts, Loyola University Chicago School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, The Davis Law Group, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Anesi, Ozmon, Rodin, Novak & Kohen, Ltd.

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, Gardiner Koch Weisberg & Wrona

Associations

2014 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

IN THE MATTER OF THE REVOCATION OF THE DRIVER'S LICENSE AND DRIVING PRIVILEGES OF K.A.

Driver's License Reinstated

People of the State of Illinois v. J.W.

Deferred Prosecution - Case Dismissed

IN THE MATTER OF THE REVOCATION OF THE DRIVER'S LICENSE AND DRIVING PRIVILEGES OF M.D.

Driving Privileges Granted

City of Chicago v. H.S.

Case Dismissed

IN THE MATTER OF THE REVOCATION OF THE DRIVER'S LICENSE AND DRIVING PRIVILEGES OF A.C.

Driver's License Reinstated

People of the State of Illinois v. L.T.

Case dismissed

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Education

2014

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

Loyola University Chicago Childlaw and Education Institute Forum School Shootings: Identifying Traits of Perpetrators & How to Most Effectively Prevent Tragedy

2013

ITLA "Update and Review" Seminar (Recognition given) Premises Liability

2012

Loyola University Chicago Law Journal (Publishable Quality) Checking Personal E-mail and Playing Online Games Do Not Amount to Federal Crimes: An In-Depth Look at the Limited Scope of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act as Decided in U.S. v. Nosal

Languages

English

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