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also known as by his firm name SUTTER LAW GROUP, LLC
Mark P. Sutter is a highly skilled and experienced trial attorney. As an attorney and prosecutor for the State’s Attorney’s Office prior to entering private practice, Mr. Sutter personally tried over 350 combined civil and criminal bench and jury trials. He has also successfully argued numerous cases before the Illinois Appellate Courts. Since 2005, Mr. Sutter has applied his vast trial and negotiation skills to the cause of representing hundreds of victims of serious injury and wrongful death. As a former partner of Sutter & Ori, LLC and as the current CEO/Managing Member of the Sutter Law Group, LLC, Mr. Sutter has been highly successful in securing millions of dollars in awards for injured victims and their families. Mr. Sutter’s versatility, extraordinary courtroom experience, and success as a trial lawyer have also proven to be invaluable assets in areas of Workers Compensation, Auto/Motorcycle/Trucking accidents, Medical Malpractice, and State/Federal Criminal Defense. He actively pursues cases involving multiple legal disciplines, and he continues to be highly successful – ALWAYS achieving the best results for his clients. Mr. Sutter regularly appears in the Illinois State and Federal courts and continues to represent clients in legal matters throughout the United States. Mr. Sutter is widely recognized by his peers and opponents as a highly talented and fierce litigator.
Mr. Sutter is a member of the American Bar Association, the Chicago Bar Association as well as the Illinois State Bar Association. He is also an active member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and the Federal Trial Bar. Mr. Sutter earned his degree from The DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, and was previously educated at Arizona State University and Fenwick High School in Oak Park, Illinois. Mr. Sutter is an active participant and contributor to many philanthropic and fund-raising events. He is also passionate about youth sports, serving as a coach and mentor to many children in his community. Mr. Sutter is married and has three children.
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31 years | 5,000 cases
31 years
22 years | 200 cases
20%-40%
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2024
No misconduct found
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
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Posted by LaShunda | February 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Best Lawyer Ever Hired
I am very pleased with the time and effort Mark Sutter put in for my DUI case. He is very professional and understanding. He knows how to effectively get the job done! I am so glad he was my attorney. He went above and beyond for my case. I will definitely recommend his services to anyone -LaShunda
Posted by Michelle | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Best
Where do I begin....Mark was referred to me by a friend to help me with a very serious legal matter that was life altering. From the time I walked into his office until the day of the trial he was confident but not cocky, friendly, understanding, and experienced. This matter lasted over a year and I ...
Posted by Madeline | August 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great Experience
I hired Mark Sutter to defend me in a traffic violation. He was fantastic. Since I am a relatively young driver if I had not gotten supervision my insurance rates would have sky rocketed. I was unable to attend court, but he handled everything better than I could have expected. Not only did he get th...
Posted by Dan | March 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Class X felony
Our family was in shambles. Our son was facing a class X felony and he was treated as if he was guilty until proven innocent. We spoke to 6 different Lawyers before we contacted Mark Sutter who was referred to us by a family friend. They spoke very highly of Mark so we decided to contact him. Upon...
Posted by Mary | October 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Could Not Have Been More Pleased!
Mark came recommended to us when my daughter was facing two felony charges. I was assured that he had the experience and the expertise to help her to get the charges reduced or even dropped altogether. I'm glad I listened to the advice because after meeting Mark in person we were more confident than...
"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!"
"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."
"Mark is a strong litigator with years of experience. He is extremely responsive and professional. Highly recommend."
"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."
"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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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
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
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2000 - 2001
Illinois State Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionCo-chair
Settled 2.1M
Not Guilty
Settled through structured mediation.
Settled
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BS - Bachelor of Science
1988
2010
Residential real estate closings
2008
Premises Liability -- Commercial Spaces and Hazardous Conditions
2005
Search warrants in Illinois
2000
DUI and related offenses
2011
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1998
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