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Michael John Petro
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Biography
Chicago federal defense lawyer, Michael J. Petro has earned a reputation for providing aggressive, high quality legal representation in the Chicago Dirksen Federal Courthouse and the Chicago, Cook County State Courts since 1989.
Criminal defense attorney Michael J. Petro earned this reputation by providing his clients with the highest standards of knowledge, persistence, and professional advice.
Chicago criminal defense attorney Michael J. Petro will treat your legal situation with attention and importance.
If you are in trouble with Federal or local law enforcement, CALL NOW!
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Licensed in Florida for 5 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 36 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
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Michael J Petro
20 North Clark Street, Suite 720, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Posted by Joelle | August 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense
One of the good guys!
Mr. Michael J Petro is one of Chicago's best defense attorney. He is trustworthy, very professional , easy to work with and extremely good at what he does. He explains every step to you and keeps you informed on your entire case. He will give you the complete drive and determination that is needed ...
Posted by Michele | August 25, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thankful For Mr. Petro
I am extremely thankful for having the opportunity to have been paired with Michael J Petro as my Legal representative on a past case. Besides helping me, he has helped my friends and family. He was patient, honest and understanding of my situation. He was knowledgeable in the area and worked tireles...
Michael John Petro's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse Mr. Petro. Very experienced and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up the great work!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a lawyer I trust and excels with federal criminal defense."
"I've known Mike for a number of years, and have worked with him on matters within my practice for some time as well. He has the triple-crown of attributes as a lawyer that every consumer should want: He is intellectually gifted, very articulate, and highly ethical. He is a strong choice as a criminal defense attorney in my view."
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Experience
Work Experience
2000 - 2014
Prosecuting Attorney, Cook County State’s Attorneys’ Office Chicago, Illinois
1989 - 2000
Prosecutor, Winnebago County State’s Attorneys’ Office Rockford, Il
Associations
1995 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLifetime Member
Education
1988
Indiana University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Indiana University-Bloomington
BS - Bachelor of Science
1985
Indiana University-Bloomington
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
N/A
7th Circuit Criminal Law Alert
7th Circuit Criminal Law Alert
Languages
English