After firing my attorney in a DUI case, I found Steven who actually took the time to educate and guide me through the process. He actually does care about his clients. He won my case. I would highly recommend Steven's services if you are looking for an attorney with a great track record.
I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Steve handled my case in a manner that was swift and reassuring, and answered all my questions knowledgably and patiently. If you wish you had an attorney that truly cared about your case and got the job done like a true professional, Steve should be your top pick.
If you have been arrested for DUI, it will immediately affect your driver’s license and could affect the rest of your life. Most people arrested for DUI are first offenders, have never been arrested before, and are unfamiliar with the legal system.
Attorney Klein has been a premier criminal defense lawyer in Illinois since 2007. If you have been accused of any crime, you will need a tough and knowledgeable lawyer on your side. Call now for a free consultation.
Domestic battery charges are always very sensitive cases because they involve family members, roommates, and romantic relationships. If you are facing a domestic violence charge, call Attorney Klein immediately to review your options.
In the past, a traffic violation in Illinois was not a big deal for licensed motorists. Nowadays, the penalties and consequences have become more severe and more expensive for traffic violations in Illinois.
The crucial part of filing an appeal is understanding that you need to file the appeal within 30 days of the judgment. If you don’t, you cannot appeal.
Expungement is a remarkable legal procedure that can remove criminal charges from your records. Even if you have been convicted, you could still be eligible for “sealing” the case if enough time has passed.
Being found guilty of a sex crime can be a devastating time. You may need to register in Illinois as a sex offender, and these penalties can be extremely severe. You will need legal representation . . . and quickly. Call now.
If you've been charged with a violent crime, such as murder or manslaughter, you need to call Attorney Klein immediately to review your case and your options.
Steve Klein practices DUI, Traffic, Criminal Defense, and License Reinstatement in Cook and DuPage County. Call Steve today for a free consultation!
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Professional, Excellent, and Caring
After firing my attorney in a DUI case, I found Steven who actually took the time to educate and guide me through the process. He actually does care about his clients. He won my case. I would highly recommend Steven's services if you are looking for an attorney with a great track record.
Posted by Jahangir | January 4, 2022
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Extremely Competent
I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Steve handled my case in a manner that was swift and reassuring, and answered all my questions knowledgably and patiently. If you wish you had an attorney that truly cared about your case and got the job done like a true professional, Steve should be your top pick.
Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2021
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Amazing results
After firing my first attorney who literally took my 10K retainer and advised me to "plead guilty, sell your house and move," boy am I glad I stumbled across Mr. Klein. I didn't know about AVVO at the time, but real client reviews are probably the best way to judge a potential attorney.
By the time I hired Mr. Klein on several convoluted and grossly exaggerated matters that had ballooned out of hand, which included OOP and VOOP, he was able to get the OOP vacated and VOOPs dismissed, which seemed initially like an impossible task, especially since the original attorney bungled the case so badly and several months had elapsed.
In the end, I received court supervision for one separate case, with all others dismissed.
About Mr. Klein's style: He's a great communicator. Available, responsive, patient, and explains things in detail (and many of the details can easily get confusing). Sometimes he gets gruff or short when he is in the middle of fighting hard for your case, so trust that he is placing his energy where it needs to go and will get back to you later to explain the finer details.
A word about pricing: A friend advised me, be wary of attorneys who charge you by the hour, because you can't really know how much time they have actually spent on the case. I found this out the hard way, when my original attorney kept over 3K of my original retainer, after doing pretty much nothing on my cases. Mr. Klein in contrast offered transparent pricing, telling me exactly what his cost was for each matter in full, and additional fees if the case went to bench trial vs. jury trial (it didn't.)
If you have any pending criminal matter and need a great attorney, I unequivocally recommend Steve Klein!
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Posted by JB | February 20, 2019
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Mr Steve Klein is simply the best in Chicago
Steve Klein is an unbelievable attorney. During the toughest time in my life to date, Steve handled my case with so much attentiveness and worked so hard for me. He was honest and upfront as well. I was arrested for a DUI and blew a .196. Steve was able to get my suspension dropped and received a year of court supervision. He helped save my job too since I didn't have to disclose anything since my license isn't suspended and can perform all my job duties. I am so incredibly thankful I worked with Mr Steve Klein and would recommend him to ANYBODY is my similar situation. 5 star attorney and class act.
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Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2018
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Wonderful, Professional
I was extremely satisfied with the representation provided by Mr. Klein. The situation we were in was very complicated but he took the case and solved the problems! I’m forever grateful for his professionalism, knowledge and skill. I’m so glad we found him.
Posted by Bill | July 24, 2018
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Integrity beyond belief (an uncommon trait among lawyers)
I hired Mr. Klein to represent me on a rather convoluted problem. A problem I didn’t understand at all and as a result I had given him only vague and inaccurate information. He started work on the case even before receiving my check. The following day he contacted me and explained several things about this case I hadn’t been aware of. Not the least of which was that he didn’t have a strong background in this particular area. Something he could have told me in our first conversation had I been able to give him accurate information from the start. He had also sought out attorneys who did specialize in this type of very unusual case. Not only did he provide that list but also offered to work with me to ensure I found the right one for my needs and to provide the important details he had already discovered about my case.
While I found it surprising that he would do all of this it was nothing compared to the fact that he wouldn’t let me pay him for his time. I felt he should be compensated for the many hours he spent on this and for his integrity but he disagreed saying it had been an interesting learning experience. While I can’t attest to his abilities in the court room I can tell you this man is the very definition of integrity.
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Posted by Anonymous Exec | February 4, 2018
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Executive and Wife hires Steve Klein and couldn’t be happier
I’m a Chicago Excutive and somehow got caught up in an unfortunate felony Retail theft in Cook county, unfortunately followed by a bogus misdemeanor charge in Dupage Country shortly after!!
Steve expertly negotiated the best possible deal for my family in Cook county.
Followed by a trial case in Dupage resulting in the case being completely thrown out (with due cause”.
Either way I would highly recommend Steve for anyone needing top notch criminal law representation!!
In my business a theft charge is far worse than a DUI or a possession. I was ver afraid and nervous for my career and ability to provide for my family. Steve excellently coached me through everything.
While I hope to not require his services again, I have already referred him to a friend and would never recommend someone I wouldn’t use myself!
Thank you Mr. Klein
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Posted by E. Cer. | December 26, 2017
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Absolutely Outstanding, He’s the best!
I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer to represent my case in court.
He was very reassuring and comforting from the beginning to the end. For a first time DUI offense (with a car accident involved), I was scared out of my mind, I spoke to a dozen of lawyers before coming across Steve, and from the initial call, he went more in depth than anyone I’d spoken to, and made sure I was in understanding of the entire process before ending our conversation (this was before I even hired him). And this remained the same, with every phone call, text and email, throughout the entire process. His thorough communication made all the difference.
Steve went above and beyond in court. I was able to get my license back much earlier than expected, and he managed to reduce my court supervision time.
Steve Klein will definitely be saved for future reference to anyone I come across needing his services. Steve is legitimately the Best!
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Posted by Brenda | November 15, 2017
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great attorney !
During my first visit Steve was very right on point with his answers to the problem. Once he understood my case he showed me what had to be done to win my case. During the trial he brought out the correct points to win my case. If I should need services again he would be the one to turn to.
Posted by Matt | March 18, 2017
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A Man's man. Stop looking, Just call him
Steve was incredible. He was recommended to me by a friends law office in the suburbs and I thank god they did.
From the first time I spoke to him, I knew I wanted his help. I had gotten 4 tickets, including a dui and was freaking out. After my first meeting with him, he calmed me down, gave me some recommendations and he made the process smooth. I never lost my license nor did I have to get a blower installed.
Most importantly to me is he always returned my call/text/email promptly. I was never left questioning anything nor was I ever worried about him showing up on time. He was an incredible person, a no bullshit guy, and a very intelligent lawyer.
I didn't write this review sooner because He literally made it seem too easy. I just paid my last fine off and completed my case. So now, with out any questions, I will say just call Steve. You will not regret it. His fees seemed very reasonable and he is clearly great at DUI cases
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Posted by William | December 7, 2016
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Hardworking and Humble
Attorney Steve Klein did a great job assisting me in a time of need. He was very assertive and confident with our game plan going into my court date. This which in turn eased my nerves. He kept tabs of all the details given by myself the states attorney and judge and was a great resource through this process. I have highly recommended Attorney Steve Klein to all my friends and family already and will be in touch if needed in the future.
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Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2016
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Third DUI
I was convicted of my first DUI in 2011. I never thought I would catch a second. A few months later in 2012 I was pulled over for a second. The second case was thrown out due to the officer not showing up for court. In Illinois, if you do not blow into a device to check how much alcohol you had to drink, you automatically get a 3 year suspension on your license. I had a unorganized lawyer at the time who did not help me obtain my license back. Here I am almost 4 years later and I get pulled over for a third. It was devastating because I knew this time it would be bad. I read great reviews about Steve and I called him. Steve was very knowledgeable. Talking to him about my case put me at ease. He gave me the good and bad up front. I hired Steve because he did not sugar coat anything with me and told me what could come of my situation. I knew I was not guilty. But in the eyes of the state your always guilty. Especially with my history. Steve was very organized and efficient. He always kept communication with me. He replied to all my emails and text messages. With a few months of continuing court dates and a bench trial. Steve won my trial. I did not win my 3 year suspension due to me not blowing into the divice when I was pulled over and a few other things. But had I been convicted I would have faced jail time, swap and I would have had to pay a lot more court fees. It would have put my job on the line and god knows what else I would have gone through. I am so happy that I hired Steve. He fought hard for me and did the best he could to get me out of this one and we won. He referred me to a friend to obtain a hardship license and I should be driving early next year. Thank you Steve Klein for your help.
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Posted by A Happy Free Woman | October 28, 2016
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Knowledgeable. Direct. Patient. Honest.
Steve picked up the pieces my previous attorney left behind. Not only did we meet face-to-face but, he explained all my options. Very patient and informative. This was not the case with my previous attorney. With my previous attorney, I was headed straight to trial. Steve agreed that my case should be dismissed and it was thanks to him.
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Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2016
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Superb Work Ethic!
I hired Mr. Klein to help me file an expungement. I was very impressed with Mr. Klein's services as he always kept in contact and provided me with updates on my case as soon as they were available. The state objected my request for expungement, but thanks to Steve's presentation of facts behind my case, the judge ended up granting the expungement. I would highly recommend Mr. Klein.
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Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2016
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Best possible result
Steve has incredible work ethic. His knowledge of the legal system allowed us to expedite multiple areas of my case, including return of my license. Steve will be straight with you, and give you peace of mind in your tough situation. He made it look easy, and went the extra mile to ensure I received the best result. Highly recommended.
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Posted by Jeremy | September 10, 2016
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Awesome Lawyer
Stephen did an awesome job and got me the best case scenario with my case. There were other people with the same ticket that were getting harsh punishments while Stephen was able to get my ticket reduced. He does a great job at keeping you updated throughout the entire process. I was not worried at all walking into the court room with Stephen as my lawyer.
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Posted by Troy | August 30, 2016
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Awesome! The best attorney.
Steve was able to get my pretty bad speeding ticket reduced. No insurance increase. No record. Worth every penny. Don't take a chance with anyone else. Hire Steve.
Posted by Ivan | August 10, 2016
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Great DUI Attorney
Mr. Klein helped me win my case, when I came to him about my case, Mr. Klein took this case and broke it down to me the way he said it would go. Not only did the case go the way he said it would, but he beat my case and all my chargers were dropped, He is a great attorney that will not give up on you and fight for you, I would hate to go through this awful situation again, but if in the future I, or anyone I know goes through this tough situation I would most definitely recommend Mr. Klein. Thanks for every thing Mr. Klein!!!
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Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2016
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Excellent Service
Steve was polite and helpful in resolving a traffic violation (non-dui/dwi). He spent the time to walk me through the options and understand the charge filled against me. He went through all of the evidence I had gathered and helped sort out what was relevant and what was not. The case was ended up in a dismissal, however he was fully prepared to move to trial and I felt confident that it would have gone in my favor. I would definitely hire him again if the need for it arose.
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Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2016
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Solid guy
The thing I'll say about Steve is that he was great at chilling me out when I somewhat freaking out. Honestly, the other side never showed up, so it was dismissed before getting to trial. But I glad I had him for those first several weeks.
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DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Steve is a very gifted and talented DUI attorney. He works tirelessly for clients, and I have seen him tear prosecutor's cases apart on many occasions. I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Steve is a highly skilled litigator, who is extremely knowledgeable on the area of DUI Defense. Most importantly, Steve fights tirelessly for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I'm very happy to endorse Mr. Klein. He is an exceptional attorney who regularly achieves great results for his clients! I would gladly refer any clients with problems in the Chicago area to him."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Oct 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have had the pleasure of seeing Steve represent clients throughout Cook County, and have always been extremely impressed with his professionalism and knowledge of the law. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Mr. Klein. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Steve is the type of attorney who does not make excuses. He is willing to go the extra mile and he always fights for his clients. He shows no fear in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Steve Klein is an exceptional DUI practitioner. The results he gets are the envy of his peers. If someone I cared about needed an aggressive DUI lawyer, I would tell them to call Steve Klein."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Oct 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Stephen is truly one of the great DUI lawyers in Illinois. He is a fantastic litigator who knows the law, and how to zealously defend a client. I've known him to be a great advocate, and is always ready to do what it takes for his clients. I try to refer as many cases as I can to Stephen, and highly recommend him."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Sep 25
Relationship: Co-worker
"Steve is a fighter. Extremely intelligent, diligent, and committed to winning, Steve will vigorously defend his client before the court, and battle prosecutors 'tooth and nail' to obtain the best outcome for his client. I endorse this attorney."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Stephen since law school and even back than it was evident that he was going to be an exceptional attorney. He certainly has not disappointed, just ask his satisfied clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Steve Klein is a hard working lawyer who will not be satisfied unless he has done everything possible to win. He is tenacious, creative, and dedicated to his clients."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Mar 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I recommend Stephen without any uncertainty. His writing and researching efforts are exceptional and he has defenses for every situation that may arise with your DUI case."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Sep 10
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"Steve Klein is an excellent DUI attorney. He represents DUI clients in DuPage County on a daily basis, and is well liked by judges and prosecutors. Clients are extremely satisfied with Klein's ability to avoid drivers suspensions and convictions."