Over thirty-four years of extensive trial experience. Previously served as an assistant State's Attorney for Cook County for 15 years. Responsible for the prosecution of several high-profile felony cases, served as Supervisor of the Felony Review Unit, and thereafter, was appointed Deputy State's Attorney, serving as Chief of the Criminal Prosecutions Bureau. In the private sector, lead a fifty lawyer, in-house, insurance defense law firm. In 1999 established The Law Offices of John J. Eannace, concentrating on the defense of state and federal criminal cases and the prosecution of significant personal injury matters.
Prepared and tried 59 jury trials to verdict and hundreds of felony trials before the court. Experience includes several high-profile criminal cases involing murder and other violent crimes, financial crimes, narcotices offenses and personal injury matters. Cases include several complex, multiple party trials, involving expert witnesses in the fields of forensic science, forensic pathology, psychology, psychiatry, medical experts and accident reconstruciton.
Adjunct Professor of Law - The John Marshall Law School (1993 - 2006) teaching Trial Advocacy, Advanced Trial Advocacy and Accelerated Trial Advocacy.
Practice areas
Defense of Felony and Misdemeanor Matters (Federal & State Courts). As well as Administrative Hearings involving before the Secretary of State and other Tribunals, involving a wide variety of subject matter.
40 years
Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Matters.
40 years
Commercial and Residential Real Estate Transactions.
40 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1982 | 06/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Law Offices of John J. Eannace | 1999 - Present |
Managing Partner | Warrior Insurance Group | 1997 - 1999 |
Assistant State's Attorney | Office of the Cook County State's Attorney | 1982 - 1997 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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South Suburban Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
Southwest Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
Southwest Bar Association | President | 2007 - 2007 |
Southwest Bar Association | Board Memeber | 2002 - 2007 |
Chicago Bar Association | Member | 1982 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Prosecutor | An Art - Not a Science: A Prosecutor's Perspective on Opening Statements | 1997 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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John Marshall Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1982 |
Western Illinois University | Bachelor of Science | 1979 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Illegal Arrest - Evidence Suppressed | Motion to suppress the pistol based on an illegal stop was GRANTED-CASE DISMSSED |
NOT GUILTY - DUI | NOT GUILTY - INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE TO PROVE DUI |
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Fred Joshua, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 25, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have known and worked with John for the past 10 years. Among other cases, we have also worked on two murder cases together throughout the years. John is not only highly competent as well as an expert in his field, but he also enjoys a great deal of respect and regard in the legal community, from both his colleagues and the judges that he appears before. Finally, I also have to say that John has been a great mentor to me and is always eager to assist his fellow attorneys. If I ever need a criminal defense lawyer, no one but John would be my guy !
Jason Danielian, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 24, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Well-liked by Judges for his decorum and preparedness, known as a top-notch litigator, and highly-respected by prosecutors and defense attorneys alike, John Eannace will provide you with the very best representation. John is a hard worker, who devotes his time, attention and care to every case he handles - from minor moving violations to violent crimes. If you are in need of a criminal attorney whose demeanor, thoughtfulness and skills are the very best, meet with John Eannace.
Fred Joshua, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 25, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have known and worked with John for the past 10 years. Among other cases, we have also worked on two murder cases together throughout the years. John is not only highly competent as well as an expert in his field, but he also enjoys a great deal of respect and regard in the legal community, from both his colleagues and the judges that he appears before. Finally, I also have to say that John has been a great mentor to me and is always eager to assist his fellow attorneys. If I ever need a criminal defense lawyer, no one but John would be my guy !
Jason Danielian, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 24, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Well-liked by Judges for his decorum and preparedness, known as a top-notch litigator, and highly-respected by prosecutors and defense attorneys alike, John Eannace will provide you with the very best representation. John is a hard worker, who devotes his time, attention and care to every case he handles - from minor moving violations to violent crimes. If you are in need of a criminal attorney whose demeanor, thoughtfulness and skills are the very best, meet with John Eannace.
David Schlack, General practice Attorney on Aug 23, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known John Eannace personally and professionally for over 25 years. I have been greatly impressed by his professional expertise and by his personal demeanor. I have referred many clients to him for civil litigation and criminal defense, and my clients have thanked me for the referral. I know John to be a thorough, careful and highly competent lawyer, as well as a kind and honorable man. I endorse him without reservation.
Charles Boskey, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 22, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.I've Known John for over 30 years since we worked together in the cook County State's Attorney's Office. I still speak and see John often. He is a terrific lawyer.He is one of the best lawyers I ever tried a jury with. You can't go wrong hiring John as your lawyer.
Kelly McGinnity, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 22, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known John Eannace for almost 20 years. Over the years, I have referred numerous criminal cases to him and he has done an excellent job on those matters. I would not hesitate to refer cases to him in the future. He is intelligent, conscientious and well-respected in the legal community. I endorse and highly recommend John Eannace.
Dany Bourjas, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Eannace is a very competent attorney. He is very knowledgeable and well-versed in his areas on the law. I highly recommend his services.