Harold Mark Garfinkel

After discussing my case with three other attorneys, I interviewed Hal. I found that Hal was different. He asked not just about the case, but about my family and every part of my situation. Every other lawyer asked only about the offense and how much they would charge me. Two things are import...ant I learned in my case, having a bull dog that will fight for you as well as someone who is connected. That is more important then you would think. The system does not work so you better have an attorney that understands how to work the system and deal with prosecutors who want to win at any cost. Hal fought for me, my family and my future and I was lucky I had him and I only received probation instead of many years as the prosecutor wanted due Mr. Garfinkel's ability of being a great attorney.

My son had a very difficult case that involved domestic battery; DUI and driving on revoked and was looking at some serious lock up time not to mention a state’s attorney’s office that seemed to want to set an example with my son’s life. We called Mr. Garfinkel and I was impressed with his straight ...forward, to the point and honest attitude. He looked into things and told us his plan. The situation was very complicated due to the states attorney dragging things out for a year, and Mr. Garfinkel never gave up he is a very determined lawyer and delivers what he says. My son’s case went to trial and watching Mr. Garfinkel in action is an amazing sight, it’s like watching a master at his profession and very impressive. Mr. Garfinkel won the case in one of the most difficult counties in the Chicago area and I can understand why they never stood a chance once it was his turn. My son is at home with his family and will tell you he will forever be indebted to Mr. Garfinkel for finding the proof that he should not go to prison. I as the mother of the defendant will never be able to thank Mr. Garfinkel enough for saving my only son from a horrible situation. I would recommend Mr. Garfinkel without hesitation and he will always be our family lawyer. Results you can count on and the professionalism, devotion to the client, and the skill and integrity that is not easily found today. Do not hesitate for one second if you want the best because you have found it.

I needed to hire an attorney to defend my minor son who received 3 citations at once while driving on the Tri-state. Speeding 101 mph in 55 mph zone, improper lane change and following too closely. Speeding charge by itself was serious enough to leave a life long smear in driving and other personal... records whatever they may be. So, I new that I needed the best attorney I could find in order to beat it. After reading some very positive reviews on avvo and talking in person i decided to hire Mr. Garfinkel. Not for a moment were we disappointed with our choice. With NO scare tactics to prepare us for defeat, Mr. Garfinkel calmly set the goals, outlined the defense strategy, explained the process and maintained an effective line of communication throughout. He did exactly what he said he would. Speeding charge was reduced to 80 mph petty offence, the other two tickets were thrown out. I was really impressed with his level of professionalism and how he handled my son's defense. I truly felt calm and confident with Mr. Garfinkel as out attorney. Hopefully I will not need attorney services in the near future, but in case I do, I know who to call! I will sure recommend Mr. Garfinkel to all of my friends. Undoubtedly, nothing but the great experience to report from out interaction with Mr. Garfinkel.

From the 1st time I met with Hal I knew he was the lawyer I needed if I wanted to win my case. I was being charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. He made me feel that we had no problem winning this case. He is very intelligent and we'll spoken. He knows lots of people and they all seem to ...love him. He looks at your case in every aspect and puts everything he has into your case. Watching him up there do his job us like something off a movie, it's pretty amazing. I would definitely recommend Hal for any case you have. He is definitely the man who can get your life back to normal. I was looking at being a convicted felon and losing everything I worked hard for. I have a good job I'm in the Army National Guard and I want to be a police officer. Thanks to Hal I have another chance to have a great future.