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Brian R. Erwin is a highly regarded and skilled criminal defense attorney with over 12 years of top level criminal trial experience. As a former State prosecutor he was well known for his analytical style and methodical preparation which he now devotes entirely to represent his clients with the same tenacity and zealous action. Mr. Erwin diligently represents his clients and has countlessly proven himself in courtrooms across Illinois.
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Acquired: 2007
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122 S. Locust Street, Suite C, Sycamore, IL, 60178
24 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
the best
well my names cece. n this my lawyer got me off two drug raids and more he’s very hands on and get the job done.
Posted by Latrice | April 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Helped my son!!
My son was arrested in DeKalb for a gun case. After months of asking for the body cam video, it was evident my son was innocent. Attorney Erwin motioned to drop the charges. The States Attorney’s office dragged their feet, but Attorney Erwin didn’t stop until they agreed to drop the charges. Than...
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
No happy
I thought my son was in good hands. He told me he got someone with exact same charges no time. My son who also has a disability and it’s his first offense has been ruled to do an excessive amount of time on a first offense. There was never any motions filed, the police, who had my son sign statements...
Posted by Pete | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
MY WORST NIGHTMARE!!!
I hired him to defend me in a criminal and dui. I have strong proof im innocent of both. I told him to file a "motion to resend" because i depend on my license for my job. He did file it but never got it signed by a judge because he's always late and asking for pointless continuace's. Now i lost my l...
Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Horrible!!
He's a sellout lawyer! Don't let him fool you, he has too big of a caseload and not enough time for managing them all. He did absolutely no research and HORRIBLE communication. His main goal is to sell you out, get his money but does not care about his clients nor their freedom!
"Brian is a zealous advocate for his clients and has broad knowledge of the criminal justice system. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of attending a DUI defense seminar with Brian in San Diego. I found him to be very intelligent and conscientious in his defense strategies. I am happy to recommend him."
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2020
Silver Award, Elite Lawyers of America
2020
Top Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2018 - Present
Owner, Erwin Law Firm, Ltd
2016 - 2018
Attorney, Camic Johnson, Ltd.
2012 - 2016
Attorney, David & Associates
2007 - 2012
Assistant District Attorney, Kane County State's Attorney's Office
2019 - Present
Kane County Bar AssociationCo-chair
2019 - Present
DeKalb County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BS - Bachelor of Science
English