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Jorie Kendra Johnson
also known as Jorie K. Johnson
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About Jorie
Biography
Criminal defense lawyers provide an essential service to the public and I feel privileged to be part of that community. Specifically with regard to criminal records law, I have come to realize that people desperately need help in cleaning off their past records in order to obtain employment, housing, professional licensure, restore previously forfeited rights, etc. I came to realize early on in my career that not very many Illinois attorneys focus on this important area of the law, and this was one of the main reasons I launched my own firm in February 2010. Even worse, I saw many instances of bad or erroneous legal advice being given to criminal defendants in this highly nuanced area of law. I quickly realized that there was an opportunity for a boutique law firm such as mine to develop and thrive. More importantly, I saw an opportunity to help individuals better themselves both personally and professionally. I am honored to be able to provide this invaluable service to my fellow Illinois citizens. I take great pride in my expungement, sealing and clemency petitions alike and have a proven track record of success with each type of petition.
Over the years I have grown my practice to include representation for individuals charged with a wide range of criminal offenses, from traffic tickets to misdemeanors to felonies, violent or otherwise. I have negotiated many favorable plea deals and tried multiple cases, depending upon each individual client's wants and needs.
I also work with individuals looking more specifically to restore their firearms ownership rights/privileges by preparing denial and revocation appeals to the Illinois State Police's FOID Card Review Board (previously ISP's Director of State Police.)
Please do not hesitate to reach out me if you are in need of one or more of these services. I promise I will fight for you and I hope you can become one of my many satisfied clients!
As an honest and caring criminal defense attorney focused on minimizing your criminal record, either presently or from years ago, I genuinely care about preserving and/or restoring your rights and will fight hard for you!
I strive to provide caring and ethical zealous representation to all of my clients, whether they are charged with a small misdemeanor offense or one or more serious felony crimes. I promise to give each client my complete attention, from pre-arrest advocating to post-sentence advice/representation.
My goal is to minimize, even erase (when possible), past criminal arrests, sentences and/or convictions so that each of my clients can continue to move forward with his or her personal and professional goals in life. I provide expungement, sealing and clemency petition representation statewide.
I firmly believe in our country's 2nd Amendment and do this type of work so that Illinois citizens can exercise his or her rights in this regard. Once forfeited, gun rights/privilges in our state are rarely (if ever) automatically restored, so I help people navigate this process as is necessary.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Expungement
65%
17 years
Criminal Defense
20%
17 years
Gun Law
15%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2025 2024 2022
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Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 17 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Jorie K. Johnson, LLC
(847) 790-4715
Mobile
(630) 499-9635
Fax
4300 Commerce Court, Suite 300-18, Lisle, IL, 60532
www.illinoisexpungementlawyerblog.comThe Law Office of Jorie K. Johnson, LLC
(847) 790-4715
Mobile
(630) 499-9635
Fax
3015 E. New York Street, Suite A2-178, Aurora, IL, 60504
www.illinoisexpungementlawyerblog.comOnline Presence
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Jorie Kendra Johnson's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Jorie K. Johnson is a Miracle Worker
The Law Office of Jorie K. Johnson, LLC is simply the best. She accomplished the impossible for me: she sealed my Adult Felony conviction from 20+ years ago that wasn't on sealable internet lists! Plus, she got misdemeanors expunged. If you are an ex-offender looking to get your record perman...
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Responsive, Empathetic and Gets it Done
Jorie was an absolute pleasure to work with. She stayed on it from start to finish, took the time to get to know me and the circumstances which resulted in a quick expungement. Highly recommend her to support your needs.
Posted by Carlos | April 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Another satisfied client
Extremely satisfied and grateful for the excellent representation I received from Jorie in regards to my expungement. I live in a different city and county than my case was in but we were able to communicate via phone and email without having to meet in person. She always returned my phone calls and ...
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Excellent Expungement Attorney
Attorney Jorie Johnson assisted in getting my record expunged. Jorie is definitely the one to talk to when it comes to expungements. Kept me updated as things progressed. I would one hundred percent recommend. Jorie is HIGHLY QUALIFIED and EXCELLENT at what she does. Just pick up the phone and call ...
Posted by Josh | March 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Super nice and helpful, very easy to contact and handled my expungement easily
Jorie was constantly in contact throughout the whole process. Very persistent with the Clerks office and the State Attorneys to get my expungement processed. All in all she was able to resolve the whole ordeal in less than a year during peak covid (very fast for an expungement case) ! 10/10 would hi...
Jorie Kendra Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Jorie for over 10 years as an attorney that not only gets results for her clients, but cares about them as people. We first met when she was a volunteer at the legal aid I previously worked. In my role there, I frequently interacted with our pro bono attorneys. Jorie stood out as someone that took her volunteer responsibilities seriously and treated all clients with dignity. We have now been in the same court rooms and administrative proceedings for many years, during which time Jorie has never stopped standing out as a great advocate for her clients ."
"I have known Jorie throughout the years of practicing law and she is hands down, the attorney I call when I have an expungement question or need to refer a clemency matter. Besides being an amazing criminal defense attorney and overall great human being, Jorie has a keen understanding and success record dealing with expungement, sealing and clemency petitions. I highly recommend Jorie!"
"I can highly recommend Jorie. Not only have a referred her numerous cases to handle for my clients, I have also heavily relied upon her for expert legal advice in handling expungements and clemency matters."
"Jorie and I met over ten years ago when she first began volunteering in the Criminal Records Program at Cabrini Green Legal Aid, an organization I worked at for over fourteen years. From the moment she began volunteering, it was clear Jorie had a passion for the work and a dedication to diligently learning all areas of criminal records relief. She is a skilled attorney that zealously advocates for her clients. They are guaranteed to have an attorney that knows the laws, has practices for many years in multiple counties in Illinois, cares about the outcome of their case, and will fight for their success."
"Jorie has a proven track record of success in achieving executive clemency for her clients. She's a dedicated, hard-working lawyer with a big heart. She understands that customer service is an important part of a successful law practice, and she provides it."
"Jorie is a highly skilled and a well-respected member of the legal community. She is extremely knowledgeable, very hard-working and provides excellent representation for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
2025
Top 10 Attorney in Illinois, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2025
Top Attorneys in America Recognized for Excellence, Showmark Media, LLC
2025
Illinois Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2024
Illinois Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2024
Top Attorney in Illinois, Chicago Magazine
2023
Illinois Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2022
Top Attorney in Illinois, American Registry
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 LLC
2022
Top Attorney in Illinois, Chicago Lawyer Magazine
2022
Illinois Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2022
Top 25, National Women Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Illinois Lawyer of the Year, The Top 100 Registry
2021
Biographical Listee, Marquis Who's Who
2021
Top Attorney in Chicago, Chicago Magazine
2021
Illinois Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2020
2020 Client's Choice Award, United States Metropolitan Report
2020
Top Attorneys of North America, Who's Who Legal
2020
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2017
Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2016
Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2016
Best Lawyers, Thumbtack
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Volunteer Attorney, DuPage County Annual Expungement Clinic
2012 - 2019
Volunteer Attorney, Cook County Clerk of Court Dorothy Brown's Annual Second Chance (e.g, Expungement) Summit
2012 - 2013
Part-time Staff Attorney, First Defense Legal Aid
2010 - 2015
Volunteer Attorney, First Defense Legal Aid
2009 - 2012
Volunteer Attorney, Cabrini Green Legal Aid
2007 - 2008
711 Licensed Law Clerk, Office Of The Cook County State's Attorney - Criminal Prosecutions Bureau, Felony Trials Division
2006 - 2007
Judicial Extern, Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois - Fourth Municipal District (Maywood, Illinois)
2004 - 2005
Litigation Paralegal, IFC Credit Corporation (Morton Grove, Illinois)
2004 - 2004
Paralegal, Kerns, Pitrof, Frost & Pearlman, LLC (Chicago, Illinois)
2002 - 2004
Paralegal, TAP Pharmaceutical Products Inc. (Lake Forest, Illinois)
2001 - 2002
Documentation & Compliance Analyst, GE Capital Railcar Services Corporation (Chicago, Illinois)
2000 - 2001
Contracts Manager, A-T Financial Information, Inc. (Chicago, Illinois)
Associations
2021 - Present
Illinois Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
2020 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of IllinoisAdmitted to Practice
2018 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of IllinoisAdmitted to Practice
2010 - Present
Women's Criminal Defense Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Client's juvenile record expunged and adult felony conviction sealed in DuPage County
Juvenile sex conviction expunged, adult felony arson conviction sealed.
Felony unauthorized video recording conviction sealed in DuPage County over State and victim's strong objections
Petition to Seal (and Expunge) granted.
Fourteen (14) Petitions for Executive Clemency granted since 2010
Granted
DuPage County robbery conviction (first charged as aggravated robbery) sealed over State's objections on January 3, 2025
Order to Seal entered
Petition to Expunge/Seal Criminal Records 6 Cook County cases, most involving allegations of violence, GRANTED after hearing
Judge, after hearing, granted Client's petition in full, allowing him to pursue better employment opportunities.
Petition to Expunge Cook County Violation of an Order of Protection Granted Despite a 2-Fold Objection by State
Petition to Expunge Granted (Over State's Objection)
Motion to Reconsider Denial of Pro Se Petition to Seal Granted on March 16, 2021 (Kane County)
Motion to Reconsider Denial of Pro Se Petition to Seal Granted!
Kane County Petition to Seal aggravated battery to elderly person GRANTED over State's objection
Petition to Seal GRANTED and State's objection disallowed/not considered by Judge
DuPage County felony sex offense reduced to misdemeanor indecent exposure resulting in conviction SEALED
Petition to Seal granted, Petitioner able to move forward with life and employment!
Petition to Seal residential burglary and aggravated battery GRANTED in Lake County, IL
Multiple cases, including two (2) serious felonies sealed and two (2) arrests expunged; Client left with clean record!
Petition to Seal an aggravated arson conviction GRANTED in DuPage County!
Petition to Seal aggravated arson case granted, client able to move forward with his life!
Education
2008
John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Northwestern University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1992
Phillips Exeter Academy
High school
Speaking Engagements
2023
Live Webinars - Third Thursdays Lunch Series CLE
An Overview of Restorative Justice in Illinois
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will it still show my record of i completed my sis probation?
14 Sep 2025
Q&A
Ws initial search lawful, do i have right /time to hire private counsel, is PD’s handling of the plea inadequate representation?
04 Sep 2025
Q&A
Why was my firearm taken from me when i was not arrested or charged with anything?
04 Sep 2025