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.

A Great Experience I won’t go in to the particulars of our case, but it was serious. Neither my daughter nor myself had no idea who to contact for help, since neither one of us has ever been in trouble before. Where to begin. My daughter contacted a few of her friends that have had or knows someon...e who has had criminal legal problems in the past. Out of the four phone calls she made two of her friends said that Hal Garfinkel would definitely be the person we should contact. They recommended him highly. After meeting him I just knew that we had found the person that was going to help us out. His knowledge of criminal law is unbelievable. He is both aggressive and passionate and seems to really care about his clients. He made us both feel that he would have no problem handling our case and that is what he did. We didn’t even have to go to a preliminary hearing because he had made other arrangements for us. I would highly recommend Hal Garfinkle not only as a lawyer but as a person.

This review had to be entered anonymously because my name can't be attached to a Criminal Defense Lawyer. In the world I live in, if someone saw this, they would immediately start a background check. I was arrested on a misdemeanor, not a serious one, Thank G-d, but, bad enough. This had to be han...dled very discreetly and quickly. I spoke with several attorneys, went thought secretaries, some lawyers took days to call back. When I spoke to the lawyers they were cold and distant, almost rough, didn't feel there was a human on the other end. After 4 days Hal was my last call, he answers the phone himself, I really liked that, the less people know the better off it is. My first, few contacts with him wasn't really that great, he is just different, didn't have a clear understanding of who he is, at first. Was very nervous about what I was getting myself into. So we chatted a bit, he was very patient with me, it took about 4 phone calls, he answered all my questions, so I agreed to meet. Upon meeting, he immediately put me at ease, he was the 1st lawyer whom made me feel like I did nothing wrong. It was like, I had a problem that needed to be solved and he had every solution there was. I went to the office nervous and left with almost no worries. He is an intense listener and a quick thinker. Very seldom in life do you meet a person whom is born to do their job, Hal definitely is, he is an extraordinary gifted lawyer. I know a lot of attorneys, just not criminal defense ones, most don't take a personal interest in their clients, this one truly does. Not only is he approachable, his results are FANTASTIC. You cannot put a price on the amount of connections this guy has, he even knew the arresting officer, a few calls were made & I had no more problems. Between the treatment and making the problem go away so quickly, Hal is worth every penny. If you need someone to bring peace into your world, give him a call, I would highly recommend him.

Was wary from all the great reviews at first...too good to be true was my initial stance. But immediately from first contact, I knew Hal was the real deal. Immediate empathy and knew what to do in order to ensure a successful resolution. He was responsive and courteous the entire time and provided... me with confidence given his experience and how to position the arguments for success. He overcame strong opposition from the prosecutor and policeman in the courtroom and it resulted in the judge overcoming the misdemeanor charge for 26 mph over the limit and downrating it to a petty offence...with court supervision and a reasonable fine. Can't thank Hal enough. Would recommend him to anyone... Don't look any further, this is your guy!

About a month ago I was clocked doing a 101 in a 55 by a state trooper. Needless to say my driving record has many speeding tickets. I immediately knew I needed the best lawyer in Chicago. I Googled exactly that and the first name that popped up was Hal Garfinkel. I called Hal on a Sunday thinking I ...would get an answering machine and instead I got him on the phone. He asked me a few questions told me what I needed to do and even went as far as to tell me about AVVO and look up his reviews. After reading the first few reviews I was sold. I would recommend this lawyer to anyone no matter what the offense. He is very knowledgeable and knows a lot of people in the court system. At the first court date when Hal wasn't getting the deal he knew I could get, he asked for a continuance in front of a different judge. He wasn't going to take no for an answer and he told me getting my license suspended or revoked was not an option. At the second court date he kept true to his word and my Class A Misdemeanor speeding got dropped to a petty offense with a minimal fine and no suspension or revocation of my license whatsoever. I could see the states attorney shaking their head as Hal was talking to him about my case and Hal would not stop negotiating until he got the answer he wanted. Hal will fight tooth and nail for you and make sure that in the end you get what you deserve. He knows things happen and tries to understand your situation. I will never look for another attorney and Hal Garfinkel will stay a contact in my phone until he retires.