Earl Vergara

Earl Vergara

also known as Vergara Law, Inc., Earl A. Vergara

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Geneva, IL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Immigration ... +3 more

25 N. 3rd St., Ste. 204, Geneva, IL

About Earl

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

Attorney Vergara is a knowledgeable and aggressive criminal defense lawyer in the great state of Illinois. If you've been charged with a crime, you will need a tough lawyer defending you. Call Attorney Vergara immediately for a consultation.

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DUI and DWI 20%

If you have been charged with drunk driving or driving while intoxicated in the state of Illinois, then you’re facing the possibility of stiff fines and DUI penalties, including a lost license and jail time. Call Attorney Vergara today, don’t wait.

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Family 20%

Since 2007, Attorney Vergara has been helping the great people of Illinois with their family law needs. Family legal matters can be emotionally draining and terrifying, you need a compassionate and thoughtful lawyer by your side. Call now!

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Immigration 20%

The Law Office of Earl Vergara is capable of handling your immigration case. Call him today for a case evaluation and let them help you through these times.

20%
Divorce and Separation 15%

Whether the end of your marriage is amicable or adversarial, whether or not it involves children or not, Attorney Vergara can help you. Stop worrying, call her today for a consultation.

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Violent Crime 5%

Murder | Attempted murder | Aggravated assault | Manslaugher | Armed robbery | Gun crime | Hit & run | Kidnapping | Car jacking | If you have been charged with any crime, you need to call Attorney Vergara today.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

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Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Vergara Law, Inc.

25 N. 3rd St., Ste. 204, Geneva, IL, 60134

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Earl Vergara's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

118 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 118 reviews

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Repeat offender

As a repeat offender, Earl was able to get the best result possible without going to trial and not losing my driving privileges and was able to do it in less than a handful of court dates.

Posted by Israel | November 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

UNBELIEVABLE!!!

First and foremost I would to thank Mr.Vergara for an excellent job he did. There was a moment when I was thinking of quitting and taking a deal. But not Earl. These were his words, and I quote: "No! I won't let u quit... I believe we can win this, won't u give me that chance to prove it to you." Bes...t chance I ever took. I believed in a man who believed in my case. I have already spoken to friends, colleagues and even strangers at the golf course, when the topic of discussion about DUIs arose. Only regret was not having any of his cards to pass out, but I did give his name and the firm he works for. Not planning on getting into any trouble, but if I did Earl Vergara is the one phone call I will make.

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Thanks, Earl!

Earl was there to help me just shortly after my DUI. He answered all of my questions, and when I had heightened concerns or additional questions, he was willing to take time out of his busy day to meet with me in the office. He eased all of my anxiety each time we stood before the judge. Although we ...were not able to achieve the most ideal outcome, he did help me to avoid additional costs and eliminate many of the consequences of my actions. Thank you Earl for your amazing service.

Posted by Andrew | November 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Thorough Defense

Earl is a skilled and bright lawyer that will review your case in detail to provide a thorough defense. He was able to find inconsistencies with the breath machine testing to get the evidence thrown out. l believe he gave my case a chance of winning, but in end the case was still lost. If we would... have won his rating would be 'Excellent'. My biggest complaint is with the number of appearances and time wasted sitting in court waiting for my hearings. This is not completely under the lawyer's control, but anything that can be done to reduce this time would be an improvement.

Posted by Iza | November 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI - Definitely recommend!

Earl is definitely very knowledgeable. During consultation, he answered all of my questions with a great explanation. I was really nervous for the whole DUI thing, but he has some humor (which I loved) and was able to make me feel a more comfortable about the situation. When plan one didn't work, he ...had a backup plan. At the end he was able to fight it and they dismissed my DUI charge. Overall great experience. You won't regret hiring Earl.

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Earl Vergara's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Rutter

Unknown lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Earl and a variety of cases. I can tell you that Earl really cares about his clients and can be trusted to do his very best to provide top notch legal services. Earl is a hard worker and extremely intelligent and an overall good person to have as your lawyer. I wholeheartedly recommend Earl without any reservation."

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Joshua Lloyd

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Scarpino

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Earl is a great Man who has the respect of the Prosecutors and Court Personnel. He is kind and Honest in his dealings... I fully support this Man."

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Rosemary Kostopoulos

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Earl Vergara is an attorney that I happily endorse, as an upstanding member of the legal community and a strong advocate for clients."

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Joe Messineo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Earl Vergara is a top notch attorney who is well respected by the entire legal community. This is an attorney that I would trust my family members and closest friends to, and whom I proudly endorse!"

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Kostas Kostopoulos

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Earl Vergara is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!"

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Peter O'Connor

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maria Vanessa Favia

Domestic violence lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Larry Dohman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of seeing him represent his clients aggressively and effectively. He is extremely thorough. I endorse this lawyer."

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Katarzyna Naugle

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stacey McCullough

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Earl is an incredibly bright, hard-working, and considerate attorney. He is always willing to offer assistance to his fellow attorneys, and is generous with his wealth of knowledge, particularly in the area of DUI practice and procedure. Most importantly, he ensures each and every one of his clients is given the best defense possible."

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Lloyd Guintivano

General practice lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Friend

"Having known Earl for over sixteen years, I know that he is outstanding, hardworking, and civic-minded individual with exceptional morals. Earl has excellent client counseling and trial advocacy skills that shows in his success at all stages of legal representation. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Lawanda Phillips

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steve Klein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Earl is an experienced and professional attorney. I have never seen an attorney negotiate and mitigate a case as well as he does. I highly recommend Earl as an attorney for a DUI case in DuPage County."

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Salvatore Miglore

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Juhl

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Earl is an excellent choice to help you with your criminal matter, particularly if you are accused of a DUI."

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Earl Vergara is one of the hardest working attorneys in DuPage County. He is well respected by the judges and prosecutors, and is highly successful in getting charges reduced or dismissed completely. I highly recommend Earl Vergara."

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Peter O'Connor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Maria Vanessa Favia

Real estate lawyer

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Jocelyn Sicat

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stacey McCullough

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steve Klein

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Field Sobriety Testing Certification, Robert LaPier & Associates

Work Experience

2020 - Present

President & Founder, Vergara Law, Inc.

2016 - Present

Partner, Vergara Favia LTD

2014 - 2016

Senior Associate, Ramsell & Associates, LLC

2008 - 2014

Associate, Ramsell & Associates, LLC

2007 - 2008

Intern, Peggy A. Pratscher, LTD

Associations

2016 - Present

DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Trial Lawyers

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 40 Under 40

2009 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2008 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2008 - 2014

DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - 2009

CASA Kane County

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Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Bull

The court rescinded the summary revocation after Attorney Earl Vergara proved no Type A injury occurred.

People v. Kent

Not Guilty

People v. Rodriguez

After hearing, the court rescinded the summary suspension and held that the Illinois State Trooper did not have probable cause to arrest Defendant for DUI alcohol.

People v. Moretti

Not Guilty of DUI .08 or more.

People v Glover

Not Guilty

People v Smulik

Dismissed

People v Fromer

Not Guilty

People v Haley

Dismissed

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Education

2006

Regent University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Tagalog

Filipino

Activity

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