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Matthew James Haiduk

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Avvo Rating8.3
  • Geneva, IL
  • Licensed for 19 years
  • Free consultation
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About Matthew

Matthew Haiduk concentrates his practice in the area of Criminal Defense including DUI, traffic and Juvenile Cases.

Practice areas

Juvenile lawAppealsDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 40%

    Narcotics, Homicide, Battery, Armed Violence, Disorderly Conduct, Drugs, Obstruction of Justice, Fraud, Theft, Criminal Damage to Property, Burglary... you name it, I have done it and done it well.

    19 years

  2. DUI and DWI: 40%

    Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Driving Under the Influence of Drugs, Driving Under the influence of a combination of both, Drivers license protection, drivers license reinstatement analysis.

    19 years

  3. Appeals: 10%

    Research, draft, file criminal appeals, Oral Argument, 2-1401 Petitions, Post Conviction petitions

    22 years

  4. Juvenile law: 10%

    Juvenile Delinquency and Neglect. Your kid get arrested? Is the State trying to take your children? I help people like you with those questions.

    19 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

825 W. State #117D
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Matthew Haiduk, Attorney at Law

825 W. State #117D
Geneva, IL, 60134-2081

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WIGood Standing201807/01/2019
ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law200007/06/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers244
Legal guides1
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyPublic Defender's Office2001 - 2005
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2011 - Present
Illinois Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
Illinois State Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
DePaul University College of LawJuris Doctorate2000
Northern Illinois UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1996
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Class PresenterClient Intake and Interaction2014
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v. Thomas M.Haiduk wins appeal! Thomas was subsequently removed from the sex offender list and taken off probation.

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Good lawyer who fights to get the job done

Posted by BrianSat Apr 25 2015

I hired Matt for a case in 2014. I was charged with a numerous amount of traffic tickets and posession of drug paraphernalia(a cannabis pipe) He was able to get all of the traffic tickets dismissed and I paid a fine for the paraphernalia. Matt wanted to attempt to file a motion to suppress the paraphernalia, but I wanted to keep my drivers license so I just agreed to have the tickets dismissed and pay the fine. He only charged me $250.00 to represent me. Matt is educated and always looks out for the best interest for his clients.

Attorney endorsements

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Frederick Nickl, Administrative law Attorney on Aug 30, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Matt is one of those lawyers that knows all the angles, knows how to beat the unbeatable case, and knows how to talk to clients in an empathetic and compassionate way. In other words, the kind of criminal defense or appellate lawyer that other attorneys would hire for themselves!

Brad Balke, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 19, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Matt is an innovator and thought leader in the criminal defense world. Other attorneys routinely seek out his advice on complex criminalm matters. Strongly recommended.

George Kililis, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent litigator with the skills and the work ethic to get the job done. He is ready, willing and able to go to trial on anything that comes his way.

Larry Dohman, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Matt for many years, and he has proven to be a strong advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Liam Dixon, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I am comfortable referring clients to Matt.

Daniel Regna

Matt is a very bright, energetic attorney who zealously defends his clients in serious criminal matters. Matt is not afraid to fight for his clients. I would highly recommend Matt to anyone facing serious criminal charges.

Raymond Flavin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Daniel Taylor, Litigation Attorney on May 31, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have worked both against and with Matt. He is an excellent attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients. Matt is aggressive and will not let his clients suffer any injustice. I highly recommend Matt.

David Giesinger, Criminal defense Attorney on May 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I've known Matt for over a decade and have personally observed him in the courtroom. There are few attorneys who are as creative and who tirelessly advocate for their clients as Matt.

Steven Schwartz, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 23, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Attorney Haiduk is a great AVVO contributor and really knows his way around the criminal arena. If you are in Illinois, I highly recommend his legal services.

Mara Baltabols, Class action Attorney on Oct 20, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Matt is a hard-working, results-producing attorney who has the knowledge, experience and familiarity with the law to help anyone involved in a case where their criminal record, freedom, reputation, or future with their children and family are on the line.

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