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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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State: Illinois
Acquired: 1995
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Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Driving related issue
John Paul is great. He helped me with some driving related legal trouble that I had gotten myself into. He was able to work on my behalf to see me through to a satisfactory outcome. I ultimately had to pay a fine, but with John Paul's help, my penalty was on the minimum end of what it might otherwise...
Posted by Clint | April 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
A very happy client
I retained JohnPaul to get something expunged from my record. At first he didn’t think that I qualified for expungement, but after some interpretation and reading more into the law, he felt that he had a valid point to argue. Well, he was right. He argued the point and was able to conv...
Posted by Vivek | January 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Disposition of domestic battery case against me
I now have the highest regard and respect for JohnPaul after my case got disposed in Will County with the most positive outcome. Firstly, Mr. JohnPaul was able to get my bail terms modify in the shortest time possible, allowing me to travel out of the country for a family function When it came to t...
Posted by LE | August 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Felony Case
I am very pleased to say Attorney John Ivec guided me and represented my case that was a very tough one. He never made me feel like he was in a hurry to close the case attorney Ivec is a very understanding and knows how important I needed to be with my family and not do any jail time he got me the b...
Posted by Dave M. | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Set a high bar for himself and then went above and beyond with the results. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
I had a criminal felony charge from my young adult years that I pleaded down to a misdemeanor and another stand-alone misdemeanor. I now live out of state and called 6 other attorney offices to chose the attorney which I felt could best help me seal or expunge my record. After being told by 6 differe...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"John Paul and I worked together as prosecutors. He's a great guy who knows the law and genuinely cares about his clients."
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Family lawyer
2014
Top 100 Trial Attorney, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Certified DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, LaPier and Associates
2000 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Tracy, Johnson & Wilson
1996 - 2000
Assistant State's Attorney, Will County State's Attorney's Office
1996 - Present
Will County Bar Association
1996 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
Case dismissed following successful motion to suppress
Judgment for immediate possession, past due rent, attorney fees and costs
Probation successfully completed. Client avoids both felony and conviction.
Conviction vacated and case dismissed following successful completion of TASC probation.
Not Guilty following jury trial
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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I have a tenant in Illinois that owes over $6000.00 in back rent. Can I file a small claims suit?
09 Dec 2011
My daughter was charged with retail theft. She is 17 and this is her first offense. We don"t know if she should pledge guilty?
27 Jun 2011