Alison H. Motta

Alison H. Motta

4.9
Rating: 4.6

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Aurora, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime

1700 N. Farnsworth Ave, Suite 12, Aurora, IL

About Alison

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Ms. Motta is a skilled Trial Lawyer who has successfully represented clients facing serious felony criminal charges in both State and Federal Courts. Mrs. Motta concentrates her Chicago criminal defense practice in the following areas: Drug possession, possession w/intent to deliver, felony narcotics and conspiracy cases, homicide, murder, manslaughter, sex crimes and failure to register as a sex offender, gun & weapons charges, assault & battery.

24 years

50%
Federal Crime 25%

Attorney Alison Motta is an experienced Federal Criminal Defense Attorney in Chicago and Aurora, IL. Mrs. Motta handles cases regarding Federal Drug Conspiracy, Federal Drug Trafficking, Federal Firearms Offenses, Federal Computer Crimes, Environmental Crimes, Federal FCPA Investigations, Bank Robbery, Kidnapping and other federal cases.

24 years

25%
White Collar Crime 25%

Attorney Alison Motta is an experienced White Collar Crimes Attorney in Chicago and Aurora, IL. She handles cases regarding Bank Fraud, Mortgage Fraud, Bankruptcy Fraud, Healthcare Fraud, Investment/Securities Fraud, Mail and Wire Fraud, Credit Card Fraud, Money Laundering, Embezzlement, Bribery, Extortion, Public Corruption, Export Control Charges and other white collar crimes.

24 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 24 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2001

Administrative Suspension

Location

Motta & Motta LLC

1700 N. Farnsworth Ave, Suite 12, Aurora, IL, 60506

Motta & Motta LLC

161 N. Clark Street Suite, #1600, Chicago, IL, 60601

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Alison H. Motta's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

5 star (21)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (1)
1 star (0)

Posted by Xavier | September 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Promising lawyer

This team went above and beyond to help us through this case! Not only were they professional, they were reassuring as well. Seeing them fight for our case showed how much they love what they do and how hard they will fight for their clients. Alison and Bob we are forever grateful for you. If we need... anything ever again I know I can count on them!

Posted by anonymous | August 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She went over and above to get the right results!

We hired her for my stepson no matter how big the case and after over 2 years working with her she got us more than we were expecting , she told us to be patient and we were , She worked hard and diligently , she’s the whole deal ! Yes it proved to me to get the job done right is not to go to a publi...c defender, but to hire Allison Motta !

Posted by Randy | August 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Happy

We researched several law firms before we contacted Bob and Allison. We made the decision to go them . After a lengthy court battle we are very happy with the results. I would highly recommend to anybody needing a law firm to stand up for you.

Posted by Disheba | April 10, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great lawyer great choice

Alison is such an attentive lawyer. Her experience and effort are grade A. She has been very thorough, very helpful, and she is the light at the end of a dark tunnel. She’s very straight forward, regardless of what our outcome will be i will know that i picked the right person to lead our case ! Than...k you Alison i can’t wait to finish this out with you !

Posted by Irene | November 15, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

knowledgeable and accessible

I really appreciate her straightforward style and eagerness to help. I felt nothing but skill and support when consulting with Alison H. Motta.

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Alison H. Motta's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sam Amirante

Litigation lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I unequivocally endorse this lawyer. Alison Motta is a dedicated, hard working, gutsy and compassionate trial lawyer. She is truly a zealous advocate, who gives 150% to every client and their case. She is a credit to our profession!"

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Robert Motta

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. It's this simple. If my life and or freedom were in jeopardy, there is no other attorney that I know of personally or by reputation that I would consider defending me. Under the definition of "Tenacious" in Webster's...there is a picture of Alison."

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Paul Koontz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Working with Alison is like working with the Energizer Bunny of justice. Alison is compassionate and unyielding in her defense of others. It's not, she will do whatever it takes; it's, she does whatever it takes to provide the best defense possible. Every lawyer would benefit greatly in their professional lives from spending even one day with Alison but, it's those she is fighting for, those in need of help, they are the batteries that drive her."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Motta. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"

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Brent Hardy

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Alison without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."

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Maureen Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Motta is an excellent attorney-- into details, extremely knowledgeable, hard-working, dedicated, cares about her clients and becomes infuriated when she sees an injustice. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Unknown lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this attorney as they are exceptional in their areas of expertise. I highly recommend this individual."

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John Neuenkirchen

Unknown lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Motta is highly professional and a fierce advocate for her clients. I know any one represented by Allison is in great hands."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Motta is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. She is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of her clients"

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Walter Kosch

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alison is a tough, compassionate and smart attorney, who works tirelessly to achieve the best results for her clients"

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Raymond Flavin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I would recommend this attorney to someone who needs a hard working dilligent attorney."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  4.6 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Probation issued in IL, 2023

updated on 11/17/2023

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Court monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension stayed issued in IL, 2023

updated on 11/17/2023

This type of suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Partner, Motta & Motta LLC

Associations

Kane County Bar Association

Member

Kane County Criminal Law Committee

Member

Women's Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

National Trial Lawyers Association - Top 100 Trial Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

4 Count Indictment Including Possession w/Intent to Distribute 30 Kilograms of Cocaine, Conspiracy Charges & Weapons offense

7yr Plea Bargain (less with good time served)

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Education

2001

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

College of New Jersey

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Supplement to Defending Illinois Criminal Cases, Trial Preparation and Strategy

2010

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Defending Illinois Criminal Cases, Chapter 10: Trial Preparation and Strategy

Languages

English

Spanish

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