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Marc A. Bessette
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Licensed in Illinois for 26 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1999
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Location
Law Office of Marc A. Bessette
1102 NE Frontage Rd, Joliet, IL, 60431-2762
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Marc A. Bessette's Reviews
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Posted by Matthew | June 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Helpful, knowledgeable-positive experience
Marc helped me with getting my traffic ticket dismissed. He was helpful, organized, knowledgeable and easy to work with. I would hire him again to help me.
Posted by Julie | August 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great Representation
Marc assisted with our daughter's traffic accident and tickets. He consulted with us on how to complete all of the paperwork with regard to the ticket and court proceedings. Prior to the court date, he shared with us what we could expect and how the proceedings would unfold. On the court date, he...
Posted by Nick | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
He got my DUI dropped to a misdemeanor speeding ticket
I HIGHLY recommend Marc Bessette as an attorney. He is extremely aggressive in the courtroom and will fight for you. He will not try to plead you out and shy away in the face of adversity in the courtroom for a paycheck. I was in court for a DUI and he managed to help reduce my sentence. He is extrem...
Marc A. Bessette's Lawyer Endorsements
"Marc is my go to for referrals when someone reaches out to me for advice. He is also a wealth of knowledge with law in general and very helpful when I have questions. Everyone I refer Marc to has nothing but great things to say about his work ethic. He is diligent and competent in his work and always easy to reach and talk to."
"Marc is an exceptional attorney with incredible litigation skills. I have personally consulted with him on my own cases due to his years of experience & command of the law. Trust you are in excellent hands with Marc as your attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marc is a zealous advocate for his clients and treats each client's case with special attention. He is very creative in his defense of a case and has a command of the facts that I have not seen in other defense attorneys ultimately resulting in successful outcomes for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have watched Marc practice in the same courtrooms as myself for several years. Marc is considered by many attorneys as great lawyer on criminal matters. I often seek his valued opinion on many of my own cases."
"I have prosecuted several DUI and traffic offenses that Marc has defended. Quite a polite and kind man, but a demanding and aggressive attorney. Highly recommended."
Ted Hammel
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Best Attorney in Troy Township 2025, Business Rate
2023
35 years of Service, IBEW L.U. 176
2023
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
Work Experience
1999 - 2001
Assistant State's Attorney, Will County State's Attorney's Office
Associations
1988 - Present
IBEW 176Electrician
Sample of Legal Cases
People v Miklos
Statutory Summary Suspension Rescinded
People v LaFaire
Case was dismissed for speedy trial violation
Education
1999
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of Notre Dame
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2025
Dui Seminar, knowing your rights
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2024
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2023
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2022
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2016
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2015
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2014
DUI Seminar
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Languages
English