Glenn M. Sowa

Glenn M. Sowa

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Geneva, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI ... +4 more

524 W. State Street, Unit 2, Geneva, IL

About Glenn

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

Drug crimes | Traffic offenses | Violent crimes | Property crimes | Firearm and weapon offenses | Domestic assault | Sex crimes | More | Call today.

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

Attorney Sowa has been a premier DUI defense lawyer in Illinois since 1983. If you've been issued a DUI, you'll want his aggressive and detailed approach to the legal system by your side. Call him now.

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 20%

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speeding, driving with a suspended license, reckless driving, and drag racing.

20%
White Collar Crime 20%

Embezzlement | Check or accounting fraud | Bank or mortgage fraud | Tax evasion | Computer fraud | Securities fraud | Insider trading | Credit card fraud | Call now.

20%
Federal Crime 10%

Attorney Sowa has decades of experience in the federal courts. Call today.

10%
Sex Crime 5%

Criminal sexual assault and abuse, child pornography, online solicitation, prostitution, revenge porn, rape, more, call now.

5%
Violent Crime 5%

Assault, aggravated assault, manslaughter, domestic violence, domestic battery, and homicide. Call now to discuss your case further, get the representation you deserve.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 42 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1983

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Glenn M. Sowa, LLC

524 W. State Street, Unit 2, Geneva, IL, 60134

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Glenn M. Sowa's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI

Mr. Sowa's considerable amount of experience and professionalism were obvious from our initial meeting and throughout his dealings of my case. He did an exceptional job of explaining every part of the process before it happened and answered all my questions sincerely and to a point of my understandin...g. Not only did his experience and professionalism help guide me through dealing with a very serious DUI case but ultimately resolved it above my initial expectations. Mr. Sowa was highly recommended to me. And I would highly recommend him to anyone, including friends and family. He is the attorney you want at your side.

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Felony Defense

I engaged the services of Glenn Sowa on December 2010 on behalf of my 19 year old son. My son was arrested and charged with three class X felonies and because of Illinois mandatory minimum sentencing, my son was looking at potentially a 30 year plus sentence if found guilty of the charges. Glenn So...wa discussed all the details with my son and we also enlisted the services of a private investigator to look into other aspects of my son's case. The final outcome of the case was that one of the charges was dropped and a second charge was reduced and a plea deal for 7 years of which my son will only serve 3 and 1/2 years. Glenn Sowa is well known by all prosecutors and well respected by associates within the defense attorney arena and in the counties that he works within. He is a wealth of knowledge and is quick to respond via phone or email at anytime and extremely tech savvy. He has an attention to detail and will discuss all possible options with his clients. Mr. Sowa is of impeccable character and I would highly recommend his services for anyone facing an criminal charges.

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Glenn M. Sowa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Buh

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Glenn. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Teresa Mcadams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many clients to Glenn's firm and they have always been satisfied. He is a seasoned and smart litigator who is very capable of handling complicated felony matters."

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Robert Heap

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Sheen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Donahue

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Cosley

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sandra Byrd

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Covey

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Mevorah

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent Criminal Defense Attorney."

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Salvatore Miglore

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Donald Ramsell

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Glenn is admired for his knowledge and ability to get the best outcomes for his clients."

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Stephen Brundage

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Glenn is well versed in the law. He is highly respected by Judges and attorneys. He puts his clients' interests at the top of his list and is a great advocate. I consider Glenn to be an asset to our legal community."

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Lawrence Stein

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Sowa is one of the preeminent criminal defense lawyers in our community. If you have suspect that you may be charged with a criminal offense, or especially if you have already been charged with committing a crime, stop talking to everyone including your friends and family and especially the police. Then do your best to hire Glenn. He's definitely worth it."

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Paul Heinrich

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Michael Garvey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Stringini

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Donahue

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Heap

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patricia Magana

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sandra Byrd

Criminal defense lawyer

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Salvatore Miglore

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Stephen Brundage

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Glenn M. Sowa, LLC

1986 - 2019

Partner, Donahue & Sowa

1983 - 1985

, DuPage County State's Attorney's Office

1971 - 1983

State Police, Special Agent, Illinois Bureau of Investigation, State Police, Special Agent,

Associations

1983 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Kane County Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Education

1983

Northern Illinois University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

Northern Illinois University

MS - Master of Science

1971

Northern Illinois University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Russian

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