Harold Mark Garfinkel

Hal is a fantastic lawyer. I researched over 50 lawyers before selecting Hal and he did not disappoint. He is well connected in the Chicago area, asks intelligent questions and achieved the best outcome possible. On top of all that he is responsive and was with me through every step of the process. M...y case was relatively "minor" in comparison to the other cases Hal was handling, but it was important to me, so it was important to Hal. I can't recommend him enough.

I was charged with two identity theft felonies when I contacted Hal and he talked to me right away, no waiting. He told me what to expect, how much it would cost, and that he will put 100% of his energy into getting me off without a record. He did just that. He put in a lot of work and time into my c...ase, which ended up taking longer than we anticipated. He still kept his word and he was able to get me deffured prosecution. Instead of having a felony on my background, I now have to complete my community service hours and put this behind me with no record of my mistake. Hal did an amazing job and stayed on top of everything. He always answers calls or texts and is extremely easy to get a hold of. He presented me to the court in the most authentic way and he was able to show them exactly what kind of person I am. Hard work, dedication and passion is what you can expect from Hal Garfinkel.

Attorney Garfinkel just represented me in a criminal Stalking/Protective order of Protection case and he was amazing. He won my case; he presented everything to the judge and it made all the difference. It was a case that was very complicated. However, Attorney Garfinkel was spectacular in his presen...tation to the judge. He presented all the facts and evidence in a remarkable and passionate way. I really appreciate his help in winning this case; a case that just went on and on for months. I have the utmost respect for Attorney Garfinkel. He is an amazing attorney, litigator; he is very efficient and very smart. He sees things that are not there, and he can nail and hone in on things that are unique about your case. I would definitely hire him again if I needed representation. Attorney Garfinkel is amazing, efficient, professional, and strategic as far as your case is concerned. I would definitely hire him again and excellent attorney bar none.

Hal Garfinkel is the best advocate what you can have!!! If you sill thinking is that a good choice ? , the answer is YES !!! he is the best person ever , he made me feel very comfortable , no stress , no panic .He help get out of trouble very easy , and very fast , he fight for the second chance ...for me and he gates what he want !!! He is remarkable lawyer !!!!!!!!!!!!

I cannot believe in lack of professionalism Mr. Garfinkel has shown in the case he was hired to represent, by me for a dear family member! He is only good at making deals with DA, scares the client with jail time without any grounds, bragging about his experience and powerful connections.... Once hir...ed he handed the client over to the prosecution on "a silver platter", even though a different outcome has been promised. What a shame! He has ruined not only the life of the defendant, but also the lives of his disabled family members!!! We lost everything because of him! He has incorrectly advised the client (the only provider for a disabled wife and his autistic children) that the unconstitutionally high bail amount cannot be reduced! We were later advised by another experienced attorney, who looked into the case, that wrong advice was given on purpose, to secure his payment! Do not hire this attorney! You will trust him with your life, pay a lot of money and the result will not be in your favor. He only does what benefits his own connections and career. We fired Mr. Garfinkel once realized he did not do a number of important things that were imperative and he has promised to do. Instead he has stated: "It is a mood point now..." What a horrible mess we are in because of him! He has also demonstrated an unprofessional conduct by harassing us once we refused his services! Disappointed beyond belief and determined to go above and beyond to report this incident.