Harold Mark Garfinkel

My husband got two tickets - one for aggravated speeding and one for driving on a revoked license. Hal used his expertise and his many connections in the Cook County Court system to completely dismiss the revoked license ticket and reduce the aggravated speeding ticket to a petty fine of $100. Hal ...made himself available 24 hours a day, and gave us a quick turnaround between our first conversation and my husband's court date. When the court date came, Hal handled the case very quickly, was on top of the situation and got my husband in and out of court in minimal time. Hal required very little work on our part but was specific and concise about the few things he did need. We would highly recommend Hal to anyone in a similar situation looking for a very responsive, reliable lawyer.

I work at a large law firm in Chicago and when I was charged with a Felony Aggravated Battery one of our attorneys highly recommended Hal Garfinkel. After meeting with Hal and seeing him in action, I understand why. From beginning to end Hal made me feel like I was receiving the best representation p...ossible. His knowledge of the law and his contacts within the Cook County system were astonishing. He knew everyone in the system and he knew how to work within that system in order to get me the best possible result in my case. What was originally a Felony charge that carried a possible prison term, was negotiated to a minor probation by Hal's second-to-none legal prowess. His personal relationships with opposing counsel, his attentiveness to detail and his genuine concern that I receive the best outcome were a tremendous comfort to me throughout the case and I give him the highest marks for his work. If you have any case where you need top level representation at an affordable rate, Hal Garfinkel is the guy you want to call.

My husband and I just finished a 1.5 year relationship with Hal on a case that truly never should have become a case. The state was intent on sending my husband to jail for an accident on his part, which caused harm and danger to precisely zero people or places. Extremely serious consequences, and ou...r lives hung in the balance. The charges were ludicrous, and Hal had no problem yelling about how ridiculous the charges were to whoever needed to hear it. Hal is aggressive, and he's very confident. These are insanely important in a courtroom-- to think on your feet and have a comeback on the tip of your tongue when the judge or prosecution throws a curve ball. Or an insane accusation. I didn't understand the importance of these traits until we sat in court room after courtroom watching other attorneys fumble on their words, file improper paperwork, or annoy the judge with their incompetence. Hal clearly always knew what he was doing. Hal has been in the business for foreeevvveerrrr and his history and experience allowed us to have a lawyer who has worked with most of the people we met. We're grateful for the insight he could offer. He warned us on day 1 that the insanity of the charges meant our battle would probably be long and drawn out and involve a bunch of judicial paperwork and bull. How right he was! While we may have sometimes felt frazzled by his fast pace, or confused by his legal terms, at the end of the day, Hal wins. Instead of prison and felony backgrounds following us around for the rest of our lives, we are completely free to live out the dreams we made 1.6 years ago, before we ever got slapped in the face and treated like the "bad guy".

No matter WHAT kind of situation you have gotten into,(personally-felony poss charge) that has caused the natural stress and certainly frustrating emotions that come with being in need of a criminal defense lawyer, Mr. Garfinkel is THE one to contact. I found Hal always responded timely via call, tex...t or e-mail, and at ANY time. As well as answering any and all questions/concerns you may have thought up-no need to worry with Hal. Mr. Garfinkel provided me with an assertive confidence that put my racing brain at ease, even with my overwhelming questioning he was very kind, caring and showed he was actually interested in my case unlike a lot of others I spoke with. By letting me know ALL of the options he would attempt or potential outcomes of my particular case, I knew I was in good hands. The case was dismissed at the pre-lim hearing, saving a lot of fines, fees and avoiding any incarceration. If you want someone who is very affordable and someone who will really look at your case and do everything he can to get you the best results you would hope for- better call Hal!! With years of experience and being a former prosecutor, he knows the law and knows how to handle it all. I'd like to thank you very much Mr.Garfinkel for all you've done for me and getting me home to my family and if, ever again I am in need of an attorney, I already know who I am calling! Thank you again and all the best Hal. -Forever grateful,Ryan