Jack L. Zaremba Jr.

Jack L. Zaremba Jr.

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 22 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Joliet, IL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

26 East Clinton Street, Joliet, IL

About Jack

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

As a former Will County Prosecutor, I tried or disposed of hundreds of DUI cases. Experience counts. The DUI law changed in 2009, know your rights under the new law.

50%
Criminal Defense 40%

Former Will County Prosecutor providing aggressive criminal defense in all criminal matters, including Juvenile arrests, DUI, Narcotic offenses, and Drug offenses.

40%
Juvenile Law 5%

Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyer, Joliet Illinois. Has your child been arrested or charged with criminal trespass to vehicles or residence, theft, burglary, underage drinking, fake id, drugs; or been involved in a school fight and charged with assault and battery. I can help.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 22 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2003

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jack L. Zaremba, P.C.

26 East Clinton Street, Joliet, IL, 60432

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Jack L. Zaremba Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

111 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Meggan M | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

2nd DUI license Reinstatement

IF YOU WANT YOUR LICENSE REINSTATED PLEASE HIRE JACK!! HE IS AMAZING!! IF YOU DO EVERYTHING THAT JACK TELLS YOU TO DO, I AM 100% CONFIDENT THAT HE CAN GET YOUR YOUR LICENSE FULLY REINSTATED OR GET YOU BACK ON THE ROAD DRIVING WITH A RDP!!!! I haven’t driven in almost 10 years because of some poo...r decisions I made years ago while deciding to drink and drive! After having 2 DUIS and getting caught driving on a revoked license, I honestly felt stuck and thought I would never drive again! I met with jack around the time COVID broke out and everyone was on lockdown, he was straight to the point and told me EXACTLY what I needed to do in order to get my license reinstated, he let me know right away that I would most likely get approved for a RDP (Restricted driving permit) for 1 year with a Baiid installed in my vehicle , before I would be fully reinstated, I was completely okay with that as long as I was able to drive again !! Jack went over all the tricky questions that they would ask me at the formal hearing and when the time came for my hearing I was fully confident with everything!!! When we walked into the hearing, the hearing officer and the Secretary of State new Jack very well !!! I am not going to lie the hearing officer was very intimidating and made me a little nervous and I got stuck on 1 or 2 questions and Jack was right beside me and asked the questions in a DIFFERENT way so that I understood EXACTLY how to answer ! When the formal hearing was over I new I would get approved for the RDP because everything went so smoothly !! I had my formal hearing almost exactly 7 weeks ago today, This morning I got an email from Jack with the approval of my RDP ! I am so incredibly happy and Thankful I chose Jack Zaremba to help me to get back on the road and I recommend him to anyone trying to get their license back!! Thank you again Jack !!

Posted by Brian | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Speeding Ticket

My 17 y/o knucklehead son was speeding on an expressway. Ticket was given for 26+ over posted limit, a potentially significant offense. I found Jack with a simple Google search. I found him to be response, respectful, courteous, competent and genuine. He also was very reasonably priced and ch...arged less than anyone else I spoke to. Legitimately seems like a quality lawyer and probably person too. Strongly recommend his services.

Posted by Ryan | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

As real as it gets

Mr. Zeremba is the epitome of what you want in someone who you choose to represent you. When you first become involved in a DUI, or any sort of life changing event, it can become overwhelming. You feel like the world is crashing down on you. Those are the moments you really need someone you can trust..., and feel comfortable with handing the reigns of you life to temporarily. Jack doesn't sugarcoat anything. He is very direct, which is comforting given the uncertain and chaoic nature of these situations. I myself had a prior DUI, and a DUI that was reduced to reckless driving. Facing my third offense and not knowing the ramifications of my actions, I felt lost and nervous. Jack was nice enough to meet with me on a weekend day, and quell those fears. He sat me down and went over very thoroughly the likelihoods of what would happen in court. Where there was room to work in my favor, and what was set in stone. Every situation is different. What stays the same is Jacks confidence. It becomes readily evident that Mr. Zeremba is someone that has seen and heard everything in the courtroom. No predicament is too challenging. When court finally came around he fought for me through several continuances, and I feel I came out with the best possible situation that I could have been presented with. He kept me out of jail, and prevented me from getting a felony charge on my record. I'm still going through the tail end of my case, and Jack is still ever present with my situation. He's always prompt in court, and is always courteous enough to call or text you right back if you happen to have a pressing issue or question about your case. If you're reading this right now, I'd just like to formally thank you for being real with me about my life. That conversation I had with you across the table a year ago still resonates in my mind. We talked both personally and professionally about my life, and you said a lot of things I really needed to hear at that moment. It made me a better person. If you need a great lawyer who will be there for you in every way, don't hesitate to call him. Being represented the correct way is of the utmost importance. These types of charges are not to be taken lightly. Invest in someone who is a consumment professional. Dont take a risk with your future. He'll help you, and do everything he can to insure you come out on top.

Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

INCOMPETENT, DISHONEST, DECEPTIVE, DISASTER – CRIMINAL CASE

Anything beyond DUI is beyond this lawyer’s competence or trustworthiness. My case was a criminal case and he was a terrible lawyer. He is not capable of serious criminal defense. Jack Zaremba does NOT KNOW criminal law, does NOT defend vigorously, and is not trustworthy. In the beginning he seemed i...nvolved, but as time went on he changed. Correspondence with him was brief and minimal. He failed to confirm receiving or reviewing emails. He was not prepared for the trial. He failed to prepare me, his client, for the trial. In court he failed to argue with competence or confidence. I was afraid he would fall asleep during the trial! He was incapable of defense. He lacked conviction. He seemed uninvolved, like he just wanted to get everything over with, regardless of outcome. He had no recall of law. He did not invest effort and LOST an easily winnable case, ruining my life. He did not care. He got paid no matter what happened. Jack Zaremba is uncaring, unprofessional, not knowledgeable and untrustworthy. Find an honest & competent lawyer and RUN from this one!

Jack Zaremba

Replied last December 06, 2017

This person is a liar. My reviews speak for themselves.

Posted by James | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Lawyer!!

I was fighting a dui case with my job and my drivers license at stake. I hired Jack Zaremba as my attorney and I couldn't be more satisfied with the results. We went to trial and I was found not guilty! Jack conducts himself very professional and really knows his way around the court room. He will ...keep you informed on what to expect and will walk you through the whole ordeal step by step. I would recommend Mr. Zaremba to anyone in need of a great Lawyer.

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Jack L. Zaremba Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Kaitlyn Copi

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Polacek

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jack is very professional and prepares thoroughly."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jack. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Kristi Breseman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jack is very competant and I have referred several clients to Jack and they have been happy with his services. He is very knowledgeable and well respected in the community."

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Steven Haney

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jack is an attorney I have known now for several years. He has established himself as an extremely competent defense attorney and is well respected in the courtroom. I highly endorse him for his skills in the practice of criminal defense, aggravated traffic/dui, and secretary of state hearings."

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Bamidele Adelayo

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jack Zaremba and I worked together at the prosecutor's office. He is a knowledgeable and capable attorney. Well liked in the community and gets good result for his clients."

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Tracy Ries

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Having known Jack for over 10 years, I know he is thorough, knowledgeable and tough. He gets the job done. As a former prosecuter, Jack understands both sides of his cases, which allows him to effectivly and efficiently serve his clients. Jack Zaremba is a name I would not hesitate to refer to any person contacting my office looking for a criminal lawyer."

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Gino Fimbianti

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jack is an outstanding attorney, with many years’ experience in the criminal law field, as both a prosecutor and now as a highly regarded defense attorney."

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Eric Blatti

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jack and I first started working as adversaries in 2007 when he was an assistant state's attorney, and I was an assistant public defender. I found out early on that Jack is sharp, prepared, honest, and has great character. These are the qualities that make him without question one of the best defense attorneys in Chicagoland."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2016

10 Best 2015-2016, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2014

Top 40 Lawyer Under 40, ASLA

2013

Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2013

Client's Choice Award DUI, AVVO

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner / Owner, Law Offices of Jack L. Zaremba, P.C.

2006 - 2009

Assistant State's Attorney, Will County State's Attorney's Office

2003 - 2006

Assistant Attorney General, Illinois Attorney General's Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Will County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Northern District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

2003 - Present

Northern District Court of Illinois Federal Trial Bar

Member

2002 - 2003

Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity

President and Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. L.W.

NOT GUILTY

People v. D.B.

All Charges Dismissed / Case Thrown Out

People v. D.O.

Not Guilty / Avoids License Suspension

People v. name omitted

Case Dismissed / Thrown Out of Court

People v. name omitted

Not Guilty after Bench Trial

People v. name omitted

Not Guilty after Bench Trial

People v. C.K.

NOT GUILTY / CASE EXPUNGED

People v. J.T.

DUI Dismissed / Motion to Suppress and Quash Arrest Granted

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Education

2003

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

Juris Doctor

1998

University of Alabama

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Mock Trials

Criminal / Civil Trials

Publications

2024

Law Offices of Jack L. Zaremba, P.C. Blog

Languages

English

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