Helping clients take control of their situation through innovative, result-driven advocacy.
The Ivec Law firm was founded in 2004 by JohnPaul Ivec with the purpose of providing superior legal representation. JohnPaul Ivec successfully represents clients, from petty offenses to super-X felonies, with an innovative, client-centered advocacy which is focused on results. In addition, JohnPaul maintains a general practice which includes representation of clients in Secretary of State Hearings, real estate, landlord/tenant, simple wills, and civil litigation.
JohnPaul gained extensive trial and appellate experience from his work as a prosecutor with the Will County State's Attorney and as a clerk with the Illinois State Appellate Public Defender.
A distinct advantage for his clients, JohnPaul is able to draw from his legal training from the University of Michigan, one of the nation's elite law schools, his study of comparative criminal procedure at Oxford University, and his education from the University of Michigan's Honor's Program.
JohnPaul is an accomplished pianist and enjoys writing songs and playing on his church's praise team.
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John Paul Ivec Attorney At Law
24820 Caton Farm Road
Plainfield, IL, 60586
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1995 | 03/06/2022 |
Legal answers | 5 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Trial Attorney | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Certified DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing | LaPier and Associates | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate Attorney | Tracy, Johnson & Wilson | 2000 - 2004 |
Assistant State's Attorney | Will County State's Attorney's Office | 1996 - 2000 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Will County Bar Association | 1996 - Present | |
Illinois State Bar Association | 1996 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Michigan Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
University of Michigan | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1992 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People v. Name Omitted | Case dismissed following successful motion to suppress |
Polyak v. Ward | Judgment for immediate possession, past due rent, attorney fees and costs |
People v. Name Omitted | Probation successfully completed. Client avoids both felony and conviction. |
People v. Name Omitted | Conviction vacated and case dismissed following successful completion of TASC probation. |
People v. Name Omitted | Not Guilty following jury trial |
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Tony Tomkiewicz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 10, 2017
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I have worked with John on many related cases where we represented different parties and can personally attest that he fights for the best possible outcome in every case he handles.
Scott Delaney, Unknown Attorney on Sep 14, 2016
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I have worked with and against John Paul Ivec for over 15 years. He is a concientious, detail oriented attorney who you can be sure will do a thorough job in whatever type of matter you bring to him.
Tony Tomkiewicz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 10, 2017
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I have worked with John on many related cases where we represented different parties and can personally attest that he fights for the best possible outcome in every case he handles.
Scott Delaney, Unknown Attorney on Sep 14, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with and against John Paul Ivec for over 15 years. He is a concientious, detail oriented attorney who you can be sure will do a thorough job in whatever type of matter you bring to him.
John Borcia, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 24, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
John Schrock, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. John Paul is dedicated to his clients. He is smart and innovative and it is always a pleasure to be working with him on any matter.
Douglas Deboer, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 28, 2015
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John Paul and I worked together as prosecutors. He's a great guy who knows the law and genuinely cares about his clients.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 6, 2014
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I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Luke Thomas, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 15, 2013
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Attorney Ivec is an asset to our profession and to his community. Attorney Ivec has an excellent reputation, which he has earned through hard, successful work on behalf of his clients. I would not hesitate to refer clients to this attorney!
Jack Zaremba, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 27, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known John Paul for several years. He is always well prepared and aggressive in defending his clients against the state.
Andrew Ben Boyer, Unknown Attorney on Aug 14, 2012
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When you need a strong capable attorney to represent your legal interest, John Paul Ivec is the attorney to choose. I know that every client and every case is important to him. I know he will work earnestly to promote your interest.
Bamidele Adelayo, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known John Paul for over 5 years. As a prosecutor and a defense attorney. Terrific lawyer, gets good results for his clients.
Corey Mathers, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 12, 2012
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John Paul is the first guy I call when I need a second opinion on a legal matter, and he'd be the first guy I'd call if I needed criminal representation. Bright, deliberate, and deeply experienced.
Gino Fimbianti, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 10, 2012
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I have worked with John Paul Ivec for over 10 years now. He is one of the most diligent and well prepared lawyers that I have ever know. His knowledge and expertise in the law is second to none. i highly endorse John Paul.
Steven Haney, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 1, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
John Paul and I have worked on a several matters together. He is always well prepared and works diligently on behalf of his client. He is someone who I have referred clients to when I am unavailable and am always confident that he will do an outstanding job and obtain the best possible result. He is a former prosecutor who is well respected by the judges. I highly recommend him.
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