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."

31 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.

31 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.

22 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 Teana | September 09, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Couldn’t ask for anyone better!

Mark Sutter is the first lawyer I have hired and recommend and will be the only lawyer I ever do! He is honest in what he tells you with your case good and bad, he makes a plan and does everything is his power to make it happen, he motivates you to do good for not only the courts but for most importa...ntly yourself as well. I had a case in DuPage where I was apart of the Drug Court Program, during that program I was charged with another felony in Cook. From there it went down. States attorneys from both counties tried their hardest to put me in prison with petitions to terminate, treatment facility after treatment facility from residential to iop to sober living to all levels of care over and over again. I was in a revolving door not able to have time to get a job, go to school, live. In January of 2020 my mom and I sought for help. My brother recommended Mark Sutter. We had our consultation, he told us his plan for my cases, and we went forward and put all our trust in him. After 6 months (COVID continued many court dates which unfortunately extended out everything), Mark got me pulled from the Drug Court Program and I was accepted into TASC Probation for both DuPage and Cook to run congruently on in the new county I live in. Mark didn’t make any promises, he told my mom and I what he is going to try to do and he did it. During my time with him he showed me there is a light an the end of the tunnel, don’t lose hope and keep fighting. I always listened to Mark’s advice, he wasn’t the only one that had to do the work, I did too. I am forever grateful to Mark Sutter and am honored to have had him represent me and be apart of my journey. Thank you for everything, Mark Sutter!

Posted by Kaitlin | May 03, 2019 | Personal Injury

Hire this guy!

I recently reached out to several attorney's about a personal injury case, and Mark stood out to me, immediately. After leaving a contact request on his website (it was after-hours), Mark texted me at 9:47PM - first, empathizing with the situation I'm in, second - was candid about the fact that his f...irm likely wouldn't be able to help me with my case, and third - asked if I wanted to come by his office the following morning anyway, for a free consultation. Plain and simple, the man cares, and it showed right away. He had me in his office for 30+ minutes, gave me his undivided attention while I explained my situation, and gave me excellent advice on what to do moving forward. When we were wrapping up the consultation, he apologized for not being able to help me (by not taking the case), but he helped me in more ways than he realized. He offered his time, his expertise, a plan for me moving forward, and showed me all the resources I needed to execute the plan. I left his office feeling much more comfortable and knowledgeable than I did walking in, and I'm very grateful for his generosity and sincerity. Although I didn't get the opportunity to "see him in action", so to speak, he's the first attorney that will come to mind if I ever need to refer one, or find myself needing one again. Thank you Mark!!

Posted by Maria | April 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer = Best Outcome

I found Mark online after reading his outstanding reviews and WOW! I couldn’t be more thankful... for him, and sites like this that led me to him!!! I’ve never needed a lawyer or had a case against me before, so I didn’t know what to expect. I stayed up all night researching local, reputable attorney...s. Mark Sutter stood out based on the volume of positive reviews and successful cases. Well now I know these reviews don’t lie. My case is closed and Mark provided me with the utmost professionalism, care and honesty. I’m recommending him to everyone I know. Mark was so quick to respond and shed positive light on a dark situation. First I called to set up a consultation (100% free). I received a call back AND a text message from Mark within 1-2 hours. He had a lot of flexibility to see me in his office and discuss my retail theft case. Turned out that Mark was able to see me the same day I called! This meant a lot because my nerves were going wild. The fact that he treated my case with careful thought and examination put me at ease. He walked me through the possible outcomes, promised me that I wouldn’t go to jail, answered all of my questions, provided so much comfort that I was finally able to get a full night’s sleep again. Not only that but he has a great sense of humor and concrete knowledge of the law. Mark has strong presence in the DuPage courtroom and that was evident when we went to court. And guess what? I didn’t go to jail! Just like he said! Actually, I couldn’t have gotten a better result. THANK YOU MARK FOR BEING THE BEST AT WHAT YOU DO!!!! Hire Mark Sutter. Case Closed.

Posted by Eva | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

No one I would trust more

I recently got into some unfortunate trouble, and was in need of legal representation. I spoke to two different lawyers before seeing Mark Sutter. A friend had used Mark in the past for his legal representation and the case was hugely successful in his favor. After my free consultation with Sutter,... I realized that he was the obvious choice to represent me. Mark was there every step of the way, and kept me informed about what direction we were proceeding in. His guidance and legal helped make an unfortunate event much less stressful. He delivered on everything that he promised and I walked away with a clean slate. I hope to never be in such a situation ever again, but if i find myself in need of representation ever again, Mark Sutter is who I will turn to, with no doubt in my mind.

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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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Lawrence O'Reilly

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Carman

Personal injury lawyer

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Faraz Nayyar

Employment and labor lawyer

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Martin Quintana

Criminal defense lawyer

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Laurie Samuels

Estate planning lawyer

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Morris Anyah

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Nemzin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dina Ninfo

Litigation lawyer

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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