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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 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...
Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Only Attorney to Hire
I simply cannot say enough great things about this man. He was always prepared and kept me informed of my responsibilities throughout the process. It was not the most enjoyable experience in my life, but I was beyond grateful to have Mr. Sutter on my side. I could have been charged with 11 felony ch...
Posted by Christian | August 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
You're in good hands with mr. Sutter
Mr. Sutter did an absolutely exceptional job on my felony case. He was recommended to me from several friends of mine and they had nothing but the best to say about him. So I took it upon myself to see what they were talking about and sure enough, from the second I walked into to his office, I knew I...
Posted by Dr. G | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Sutter's Successful Outcomes
My son was unexpectedly arrested and charged with a felony for a fight that happened eight months prior. Having no knowledge of criminal attorneys, I called a friend and asked for a recommendation. He highly recommended Mark Sutter. I called and left Mark a message explaining the circumstances and...
Posted by Eric C | December 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
MARK SUTTER IS A BEAST AND THE ABSOLUTE BEST!
Mark Sutter is an absolute beast. There is nothing this law group cannot accomplish. They keep you informed during your entire case, are very easy to talk to and they make sure you fully understand every little detail involving your case. I have never met a lawyer who is as thorough, or relentless in...
"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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Legal Answers
Does a change of venue in a criminal case mean that you will also get a new judge to hear your case?
07 May 2014
Is it illegal to accept cash for pornographic photos of my self for someones personal use?
06 May 2014
I was staying at a friends house and her apartment got raided.
03 May 2014