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Acquired: 1987
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Acquired: 1987
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35 E Wacker Drive, Suite 650, Chicago, IL, 60601-2119
35 E. Wacker Drive, Suite 650, Chicago, IL, 60601
55 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Federal Crime
Posted by Huanxin | April 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime
Competent, Patient and attentive
He did a fairly good job on my case as to a standard of court appointed lawyer. He's patient enough and attentive, not to mention he is really passionate about his job. I am a foreigner who was extradited at the Canadian border on a federal crime, unfamiliar with the American justice system.
Posted by Kevin | December 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime
Jerry gave me second chance to be a dad for my son
I was looking at 78 months in federal prison. Jerry Bischoff got me an amazing result. He fought for me and gave me a new lease on life. I cannot say enough about Jerry. He listens, he actually cares, and he knows the law. I highly recommend him. Best lawyer if you want someone to listen to you...
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime
Great Attorney
Jerry represented me in the most candid way. He was very informative and taught me things about federal law which I never knew. The outcome of my case was wonderful as opposed to what the government was seeking. He was timely, honest, and most of all very professional. I'm glad to have had Jerry repr...
Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime
White Collar Expertise
When the full force of the Federal Government is thrown on you in a criminal indictment, "who" you have representing you can be the difference between "time" and "time considered served". Retaining an ethical, respected, and zealous advocate that takes the time to get past the allegations supplied b...
Posted by Dan G. | July 22, 2015 | Federal Crime
I cannot say enough good things
I cannot say enough good things about Mr. Bischoff and what he did for me. I have had occasion to interact with more than a few lawyers over the last decade and Jerry is, hands down, the best representation I have ever had. I was facing up to 188 months in a federal criminal matter and with Jerry's h...
"I have worked with Jerry Bischoff on federal criminal matters several times over the last few years. He is experienced and knowledgeable in the highly specialized world of federal criminal defense. His clients receive a thorough, well-prepared and vigorous defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jerry is an outstanding trial lawyer with a long track record of ethical and effective advocacy for his clients in both state and federal court."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is an exceptional trial lawyer and does great work for his clients."
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2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
5 Star Attorney, lawyers.com
1994 - Present
, Law Office of Jerry Bischoff
1987 - 1994
Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
2010 - Present
Federal Trial BarMember
2010 - Present
Federal Defender's Program - Panel AttorneyMember
2010 - Present
Illinois State Appellate Defender - Panel AttorneyMember
2010 - Present
Writer's Guild of AmericaMember
2010 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Chicago Chapter)Member
1 year BOP
24 months in Bureau of Prisons
26 months BOP
3 years probation
11.5 years in BOP
$750,000 settlement
1 day time considered served.
1 year probation
70 months in the BOP
4 years probation.
18 months IDOC (day for day) 9 months actual time.
Reduced to misdemeanor with 12 months supervision.
Settled $250,000.00
Non-guideline sentence
Non-Guideline non-mandatory minimum sentence
Case dismissed
Non-Guideline sentence
Non-Guideline Sentence
Non-Guideline sentence
Not Guilty
Non-guideline Sentence
Termination of supervised release with no jail time.
Reduced to Misdemeanor Battery
Settled for $245,000.00
Hung jury
Case dismissed
Defendant was sentenced to five days time considered served and five years mandatory supervised release.
Not Guilty of First Degree Murder
Not Guilty
Defendant received just 24 months despite the government's vigorous argument for 78 months.
settled for $2,500,000
Settled for $1,200,000
Settled for $729,999
settlement
settlement
Not Guilty
Not Guilty
Not Guilty
not guilty
Not Guilty
not guilty
$4,000,000 settlement
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Bachelor of Arts
2015
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