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Eric John Blatti
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Biography
Eric J. Blatti was born in the Joliet area and has since remained closely connected with the local community. After graduating from Joliet Township High School, he received his Associate’s Degree in Arts from Joliet Junior College. He continued his education and graduated cum laude from Lewis University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Eric then attended the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, MI., where he earned his way onto the Dean’s List and was awarded his Juris Doctor in January of 2008.
Eric began interning for the Will County Public Defender’s Office in April of 2007. In 2008, after passing the Illinois Bar, he was hired as a full-time attorney. While working as an Assistant Public Defender, Eric earned the respect of other attorneys and judges and a reputation as a fearless litigator and persuasive negotiator. He gained valuable experience by trying over 50 cases, including both jury trials and bench trials.
Utilizing his extensive legal knowledge and effective trial skills, Eric now operates his own practice and serves Chicagoland in the areas of Criminal, Traffic, DUI, and Family Law. Eric is also a member of the Will County Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association.
Notable wins:
J.B. - Class 2 Felony DUI, 2nd timer with her child in the car, Not Guilty
S.L. - Misdemeanor DUI, won a Motion to Suppress the bad arrest, Not Guilty
B.T. - Misdemeanor Battery and Order of Proection hearing, brother vs. brother, victim had 8 stitches, won both the OP hearing, then won the trial
J.M - Misdemeanor DUI, won at Bench Trial
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Illinois for 17 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2008
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Location
The Law Office of Eric J. Blatti, P.C.
54 N. Ottawa St., Suite 270, Joliet, IL, 60432
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Posted by Kate | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent Attorney!!
Eric is an excellent attorney, extremely prompt on his communication, he is professional and knowledgable. Very up front and honest!! He aided me on a traffic case and it was done in one hearing, he did not drag it out!! I highly recommend Eric, he is a wonderful person and good choice as an attor...
Posted by Don | January 04, 2016
Very Helpful
A consultation with Mr. Blatti was very helpful. He was prompt in returning my calls, and made me feel at ease with his research and advice. I would not hesitate in calling him for assistance in any legal matters.
Posted by Jennifer | December 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Eric Blatti was my first attorney I have ever needed. He sent me a letter in the mail and I called him as well as another attorney who sent me a letter. He immediately returned my phone call. The other attorney took days to get back to me. Eric spoke with me as long as I needed every time I talked wi...
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Great attorney
Mr. Blatti did an excellent job with my case. From the moment I first contacted him, he immediately started researching the statute that I was charged with to find out if it applied to my case. He was efficient, prompt, and dedicated. I never felt as though he didn't want to help me. The case was ult...
Posted by Kemal | January 16, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
If you need a Lawyer -this is your guy!
If you need an attorney that truly CARES this is your guy. Eric helped me with my overweight ticket which resulted in case being dismissed. He was truly amazing throughout this process and I was able to get a hold of him at any given time(even during his vacation days). If he was not there when I cal...
Eric John Blatti's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is what a great lawyer should be, responsive to his clients and an advocate in court."
"Eric has a proven lengthy track record of successful litigation for his clients. He is a trusted colleague of many of our fellow attorneys, myself included, and we do not hesitate to refer clients to him. Eric has an excellent reputation amongst, and a great rapport with opposing counsel and the judges where he practices. If he is your lawyer you are in good hands."
"I endorse Eric. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have known Eric for several years and consider him an extremely competent and talented attorney. He is very well respected by the prosecutors, as well as the judges, which is always a huge advantage for anyone involved with the criminal justice system. I highly recommend him."
"I highly endorse Mr. Blatti. He is a skilled and experienced trial attorney and a true professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is an experienced criminal trial lawyer with intelligence and presence in the courtroom. He represents his clients with professionalism, skill and integrity."
"I have known Eric for over the past 5 years and have observed first hand is work as a defense attorney. He is always well prepared, knowledgeable, and aggressive with every case he handles. He is one of the best defense attorneys in Will County."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Member, Elite Lawyer
2018
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
Work Experience
2007 - 2012
Assistant Public Defender, Will County
Associations
2008 - Present
Will County Bar Association
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Bar Fight
Not Guilty by Jury
Honey, I'm home!
Not Guilty by Judge
Education
2008
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Juris Doctor
Publications
2018
Illinois State Bar Association
Joliet Attorney Eric J. Blatti Receives 2018 Elite Lawyer Award for Criminal Defense for Personal Injury
Languages
English
Activity
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