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Acquired: 1987
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State: Wisconsin
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
54 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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 Carolyn | March 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Excellent lawyer
I hired Jerry Bischoff whom was an amazing attorney.I was represented better than I could have ever imagined. My needs and concerns were put first. My opinions were valued and my doubts were always reassured. My nerves were calmed and the process was always explained. Jerry Bischoff fought hard for m...
Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great and intelligent lawyer!!!
Jerry Bischoff made me feel like I was his only client. He explained in detail how the federal system worked, let me know what to expect each step of the way, and achieved a better result for me than I ever expected. He never judged me or talked down to me. I highly recommend this lawyer.
Posted by Gabby | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing Attorney
Jerry was very helpful and honest during a crisis for my fiancé and I. He is very professional and cares a lot for his clients as the person that they are and not as a criminal. We are extremely thankful for all of his hard work and we highly recommend him.
Posted by Sterling D. | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Client
He was Very Professional and Straightforward. A real person! Made sure I received the favorable outcome.
"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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