Mark Peter Sutter

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Mark Peter Sutter

also known as by his firm name SUTTER LAW GROUP, LLC

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... +2 more

One Lincoln Centre, 18w140 Butterfield Road, Suite 1500, Oakbrook Terrace, IL

About Mark

Biography

Aggressive trial lawyer & courtroom negotiator. Hire a former prosecutor with 25+ years experience.

Former Prosecutor with 20+ years of courtroom experience. FREE consultations – DuPage County

Our track record speaks for itself. We handle catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases.

Aggressive DUI & DWI Lawyer in DuPage County.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Mark Sutter is a highly skilled & aggressive DuPage County Criminal Defense Attorney who successfully helps clients charged with: DUI's, drug crimes, UUW & drug induced homicides. Selected as a "10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys in Client Satisfaction."

30 years | 5,000 cases

40%
DUI and DWI 22%

DUI Lawyer in DuPage county. Aggressive defense for clients charges with driving under the influence of alcohol, cannabis or other substances. Call us for a free case consultation.

30 years

22%
Medical Malpractice 15%

Mark Sutter is an aggressive DuPage County Medical Malpractice Lawyer. He protects the rights of patients and their families who've been harmed by birth injuries, surgical errors, hospital infections, ER errors, nursing home neglect and more.

15%
Personal Injury 15%

Proud to be selected as "10 Best Client's Choice for Personal Injury Attorneys." Mark fights aggressively for his DuPage County clients in the areas of catastrophic injuries; auto accidents, truck accidents, slips & falls. Free case consultation.

21 years | 200 cases

15%
Workers Compensation 8%

DuPage County Workers Compensation Lawyer helps clients injured in construction accidents, farming accidents, premise liability & general workers' compensation claims.

8%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2020 2019
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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 1 year

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 29 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1996

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Sutter Law Group, LLC

One Lincoln Centre, 18w140 Butterfield Road, Suite 1500, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, 60181

sutterlawgroup.com/

Online Presence

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Mark Peter Sutter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

149 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hire Mark if you need an Attorny!

Mark is the best! He was able to get the best deal for my situation. He is calm and explains every detail to you and responds quicky. If you ever need attorney in his areas of expertise dont look any farther than Mark! He is the attorney you want by your side!

Posted by Stacy | September 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend

Mark Sutter met with me on my initial visit and listened to my story. Asked me maybe 10 questions and said yes I can help you. Mr Sutter told me exactly what would happen every step of the way and asked me direct questions so I knew what to prepare for him to use in my case. He is honest and c...ares about his clients and always goes that extra mile even without you asking him. He won my confidence the moment he discussed my case with me and I never second guessed his recommendations. We went to trial and Mr Sutter won the case with a not guilty verdict. This is the man you want standing next to you defending your rights if you ever find yourself in a courtroom. No thank you is enough for this man. Mark Sutter is the man you want!!!

Posted by Patti | December 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He's has your Back!! Great Lawyer..

I hired Mark to represent my son who was arrested on what I believed shouldn't have even happened that involved someone that we've known for 20 plus years. Mark reviewed all the information I provided to him as well as the info that he got on his own. We all agreed my son did say somethings out of a...nger/hurt but this arrest was not necessary, it was a petty move on the plaintiffs part. At court Mark stood his ground and did not accept anything less than what was best for my son the state's attorney wanted something that would not have benefited anybody other than the plaintiff and Mark said no that's not happening I was very impressed with him and his services. He was very kick to respond to emails, calls and texts too. I would highly recommend him not only as a defense lawyer from the reviews I've read he's also very good at malpractice so if you need a lawyer that's definitely going to have your back I would definitely call Mark Sutter

Posted by anonymous | December 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend - DUI/Misdemeanor Battery

I can not say enough good things about Mark Sutter and his firm! He gave me peace of mind during an extremely stressful time, and that is priceless. I felt that he was looking out for my best interest throughout the entirety of the case, and his confidence and broad knowledge base was comforting duri...ng an uncomfortable time. I would strongly recommend anyone I know, to Mark Sutter for legal help or advice.

Mark Sutter

Replied last December 5, 2023

Thank you!!

Posted by Roshara | November 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best attorney EVER

Mark sutter is TOP Notch… I had a misfortune of getting a second aggravated DUI with possible jail time, i was on a scram bracelet for 4 months.. Mark was able to get me probation and community service hours and no jail time!! I really appreciate his hard work, his dedication, his knowledge!! He is k...ind and understanding, very personable!! The best lawyer I have ever ran across!! If you’re looking for someone who will get you the best outcome look no further Mark Sutter is your guy. Thanks for all your help Roshara Johnson

Mark Sutter

Replied last November 28, 2023

Thank you, Ms. Johnson, for the kind words. Glad we could help!

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Mark Peter Sutter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristin Flanagan

Unknown lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a highly skilled and experienced attorney who puts his clients' needs at the forefront of his efforts. He is easy to work with and is always readily-available to lend a helping hand. I gladly endorse, Mark Sutter!"

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Omar Khan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a terrific attorney. He knows criminal defense law extremely well. If you are looking for a strong defense attorney with experience, Mark is your guy."

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Faraz Nayyar

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a strong litigator with years of experience. He is extremely responsive and professional. Highly recommend."

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Morris Anyah

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark Sutter is a phenomenal and highly-respected attorney in our legal community. I have known him for 20 years now and I highly endorse and recommend him as a top-notch attorney."

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J Manalli

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mark professionally for several years and I refer all my friends, family and clients with PI, Criminal Defense and DUI issues to him. Everyone I send his way tells me he is amazing. His associates are also top notch and Mark stays involved even when he assigns a case to one of them. Mark also shoots straight when a client has a bad case and he can't help. Easiest endorsement I ever made."

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Dan Tsataros

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent attorney!"

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2021

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2020

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

10 Best Attorneys in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Listed, Illinois Leading Lawyer Network

2017

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

10 Best Attorneys in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2009

Rising Star, Illinois Leading Lawyer Network

1995

Mock Trial Leading Advocate, DePaul University

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Partner/CEO, The Sutter Law Group, LLC

2005 - 2015

Managing Partner, Sutter & Ori, LLC

2002 - 2005

Attorney, Law Offices of Mark P. Sutter, P.C.

1996 - 2002

Prosecuting Attorney, Cook County State Attorney's Office

Associations

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

Cook County Bar Association

Member

Federal Trial Bar

Member

Prosecutors Bar Association

Member

Illinois Society of Trial Lawyers

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Will County Bar Association

Member

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity

Chair

Chicago Bar Association

Chairperson

2000 - 2001

Illinois State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Police Brutality/Wrongful Death

Settled 2.1M

Caught w Kilo of cocaine,loaded guns, and $300,000 cash. NOT GUILTY!!

Not Guilty

$4M settlement Trucking Accident - Wrongful Death

Settled through structured mediation.

$12 Million for Injured Child

Settled

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Education

1996

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1988

Fenwick High School

Speaking Engagements

2010

YPG Annual Conference

Residential real estate closings

2008

Career event

Premises Liability -- Commercial Spaces and Hazardous Conditions

2005

newsletter

Search warrants in Illinois

2000

DuPage County Young Professionals

DUI and related offenses

Publications

2011

CBA Record Closing arguments

1999

CCSAO Practice Manual Pretrial Motions

1998

State's Attorney Prosecution Practice Manual Narcotics Offenses and Related Penalties

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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