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Alison H. Motta
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Licensed in Illinois for 21 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 24 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2001
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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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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...
Posted by Yolanda cepeda | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Most definitely a fighter
Alison and her team are great they really try helping you they go over your entire case over and over till they figure out a way, I seen them do it, my husband had a different lawyer in the beginning of his case that was suppose to be "the best" and turn out to be not so good at all so we went on a s...
Posted by mike | November 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
unbelievable
I hired Alison after a year of going through 2 different attorneys who could not get the job done. Alison got it done with 1 courtroom visit what the others could not get done in 14 months. She was able to stand up to the DA and get the right thing done, and that was for the charges to be dismissed! ...
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
her hard work wins cases
i hired Alison with only a week to go until trial for a felony. She had been already working on a high profile case in another state, and she took my case on 1 weeks notice and literally worked day and night on it for 1 week. She did in 1 week what my previous 2 attorneys could not do i 1 year. She f...
Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2014 | Criminal Defense
The Best in the Business
Alison is an awesome defense attorney. I was facing up to 20 years and she fought hard for me. We ended up getting a not guilty verdict at trial. She wasn't cheap but their were no hidden costs. They made sure i knew how much it would be from the beginning. Bob and Alison are good people and great la...
Alison H. Motta's Lawyer Endorsements
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"I highly endorse Mrs. Motta. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"
"I endorse Alison without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."
"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."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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"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."
"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."
"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"
"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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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Probation issued in IL, 2023
updated on 11/17/2023Probation 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 11/17/2023This 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)
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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A neighbor told a lie to the police and they issued a warrant for my arrest.
21 Jan 2015
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Is it a breech of contract if the wedding venue informed us we cannot use the room we booked for due to renovation
18 Sep 2014
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Does an extended-stay motel meet residency requirements for parole?
20 Aug 2014