Dustin began his legal career as a prosector with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office in Chicago, Illinois. Throughout his career as a prosecutor, Dustin has worked on all aspects of felony cases including grand jury indictments, bond hearings, motion practice, bench trials, jury trials, and sentencing hearings. As a criminal prosecutor Dustin has handled thousands of felony cases including retail theft, DUI, traffic violations, gun charges, drug charges, possession of stolen motor vehicle, burglary, residential burglary, robbery, armed robbery, battery, aggravated battery, sex crimes, white collar crimes, attempt murder, and more.
Dustin is an experienced trial lawyer who is willing to litigate all aspects of your case in a professional and efficient manner be it a motion, a bench trial, or a jury trial. Dustin prides himself on his ability to understand his clients’ position and advocate accordingly.
Dustin is also an experienced real estate attorney and licensed real estate managing broker who has extensive experience handling transactional real estate for clients buying and selling homes throughout Illinois. Dustin is committed for helping his clients’ transition from one home to another with minimal stress.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2007 | 03/06/2022 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Gruszeczki & Smith Law, LLP | 2013 - Present |
Assistant State's Attorney | Cook County State's Attorney's Office, Chicago, Il | 2007 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Chicago Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of Illinois | Member | 2013 - Present |
Cook County Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Website Blog | 3 Moving Traffic Violations in 1 Year Can Lead to Suspension of Your IL Driver’s License | 2014 |
Website Blog | Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License and Mandatory Jail Time | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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John Marshall Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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DePaul College | Criminal Defense Strategy | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People v. RD | Driver's License Restored with no Suspension |
People v. EM | Case Dismissed |
People v. CH | Not Guilty |
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John Kopp, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dustin works hard on behalf of his clients. As a former prosecutor, Dustin has excellent legal knowledge and he is a well-respected attorney in criminal law.
Peter Vlantis, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
John Kopp, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dustin works hard on behalf of his clients. As a former prosecutor, Dustin has excellent legal knowledge and he is a well-respected attorney in criminal law.
Peter Vlantis, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Dan Tsataros, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 13, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
James Murphy-Aguilú, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 30, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Dustin is one of the best legal advocates in the Chicago land area. Dustin's dedication to his craft ensures his clients are always well represented. As a former prosecutor I am glad I don't have to face him in court.
Randal Moore, Unknown Attorney on Apr 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community.
Sean O'Brien, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Phenomenal trial attorney and superior knowledge of the law.
Ashley Murray, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dustin has established a reputation in the criminal defense and DUI fields as a hardworking and driven attorney who is devoted to achieving the best possible results for his clients. I highly recommend him.
Adam Van Dyk, Real estate Attorney on Apr 9, 2014
Relationship: Friend
Dustin is extremely professional and he does fantastic legal work.
Michael Gruszeczki, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 21, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Dustin is a tireless advocate who obtains excellent results for his clients. He is experienced and successful in several fields, including DUI, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Real Estate, and Traffic.
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