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About Andres
Biography
I was born and raised in Chicago. In 2004, I received a BA in Politics and Government from Illinois State University. After undergraduate, I attended law school at Hamline University School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota. I also hold a master’s degree in Political Science from Northeastern Illinois University.
While in law school, I was approved by the Minnesota Supreme Court to serve as a student attorney, allowing me to begin helping others before I was even an attorney. Also in law school, I received a certificate in alternative dispute resolution, which I use to help clients settle legal matters without having to go to court, thus saving them time, money, and headaches.
I have been in private practice for over five years now, focusing on immigration and criminal defense. My experience also includes representing individuals in various civil litigation matters such as family law, estate planning, mortgage foreclosure defense, breach of contract, and accidents.
I am admitted to the Illinois State Bar and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Bar. I am also admitted to the Federal Trial Bar because I have conducted over 60 trials and hearings.
I use my love of my community and knowledge of the law to help others. In April 2013, I was voted in as a Trustee for the Village of Franklin Park. I am fluent in Spanish and a notary public.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
17 years | 100 cases
Divorce and Separation
20%
17 years | 30 cases
Immigration
20%
17 years | 30 cases
Litigation
20%
17 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 17 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2008
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Location
Villalobos & Ybarra, LLP
4708 W. 147th Street, Suite 1, Midlothian, IL, 60445
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Andres Ybarra's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Andy Ibarra es un rratero
Este señor es un mentiroso. Le estoy tramitando los papeles a mi esposo desde hace ya 3 años con este señor, nunca recivi ningun documento de immigracion le pague solo el principio $1000. no hizo nada y por los ultimos 2 anos me e tratado de comunicar con el y nunca me regresa las llamadas, esto es...
Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Worst experience
This lawyer was a complete waste of my time. He lie about processing my immigration case and ignore my call spend like 5 months trying to get to him. Worst lawyer. He is just taking ppl money he don't know what he is doing. He always reschedule our appt. And neber show up. He left my case half way. I...
Posted by anonymous | December 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Not recommended
When we called for a meeting regarding my case, we were told to wait and that we would get a call back from him. However, he never returned our calls or emails even when it was an emergency. On the day of my court day, he didn't show up. If you are looking for a good lawyer he isn't the one.
Andres Ybarra's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Ybarra is a very knowledgeable attorney, who takes his time with his clients. He is well versed in the very intricate law of immigration, and fights vigorously for his clients. I look forward to working with Mr. Ybarra again."
"Andres is an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. He has extensive trial experience in both misdemeanor and felony matters. He is a zealous advocate. I strongly recommend him."
"Andres is a competent attorney with years of experience. As a young attorney, I have sought his counsel on a variety of issues. Without reservation, I endorse Mr. Ybarra and would recommend his services to any colleague."
"Andy is an extremely competent litigator and real estate attorney. He handles matters with the utmost professionalism and skill that would be expected from an attorney of his caliber."
Alexis Martin
Immigration lawyer
Andrew Murphy
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.
Partial Stayed Suspension and Probation issued in IL, 2022
updated on 01/19/2023This type of suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time, and must meet State ordered requirements. While on probation, the State monitors the lawyer's activities in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Villalobos & Ybarra, LLP
Associations
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
2008 - 2009
Chicago Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. F.E., Circuit Court of Cook County, Criminal Division.
Ybarra's client found not guilty of all charges.
J.P. and N.P. v. CVO, Inc., Circuit Court of Cook County, Law Division
Favorable Settlement for Corporate Defendants
C.H.D. and C.R. v. M.R. and G.C., Circuit Court of Cook County, Law Division.
Not liable for Ybarra's clients.
Education
2012
Northeastern Illinois University
MA - Masters
2008
Hamline University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Illinois State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
What do lawyers do?
Practicing Law
Languages
Spanish
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