Stephen M. Komie

Stephen M. Komie

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 49 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime ... +4 more

134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Drug Cases, Asset Forfeiture, Serious Criminal Cases, Murder and Manslaughter, Corporate Crime and Fraud, Computer/Internet Crimes, White Collar, Money Laundering, Mortgage Fraud, Domestic Violence, Order of Protection Defense, Extradition

51 years

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

DWI, Reckless Homicide

51 years

25%
Federal Crime 25%

Federal Child Pornography, Federal Drug Trafficking, Federal Wire Fraud

51 years

25%
Sex Crime 10%

Pornography Offenses, Child Pornography

51 years

10%
Divorce and Separation 5%

Child Issues, Allegations of Child Abuse in Custody Disputes, Financial Support

5%
Family 5%

Child Issues, Allegations of Child Abuse in Custody Disputes, Financial Support

5%
Litigation 5%

Civil Litigation, Hague International Child Abduction, Estate Litigation, Probate, Liquor Licensing

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 49 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1976

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Komie and Associates

134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Stephen M. Komie's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by David | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

May God Bless and keep Mr Stephen Komie, Joy and Mary

When my family home was raided by the Sheriff’s department I called Mr Komie right away and he answered immediately while on vacation! Mr Komie was extremely helpful, sent me in the right direction and allowed the peace of mind necessary to solve the problem. May God Bless and keep Mr Stephen Komie, ...Joy and Mary. If you are in trouble please do not hesitate to call Mr Komie.

Posted by Sam | September 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Diligent, Involved, Informed, Proactive, Intuitive, Five Star Lawyer

Stephen Komie and his Associate Eric Anderson helped me to reduce what would have been my first felony to a misdemeanor. Initially, I had hired a different lawyer for my case . He did the standard lawyer thing where he went in the courtroom and just asked for the best offer from the State's Attorney.... They offered me a felony with no jail time. That lawyer told me this was the best offer I would ever get and to absolutely take it. However, I knew I needed someone to take a deeper look into my case and truly analyze it, and I didn't feel that first lawyer was doing that. I needed someone with more knowledge, I needed someone who cared, and who would do their best to protect me. That's when, by God's hand, I found Mr. Komie. Before I switched lawyers and hired Mr. Komie, I felt helpless, I felt lost, and I was stressed constantly. The moment I stepped into Mr. Komie's office for the first time for the consultation, I saw that I was dealing with someone who knew what they were doing. Mr. Komie explained everything to me in detail from A to Z, actually calmed my nerves (which I thought was impossible), and even gave me life advice. He truly cares about his clients. He cares about us as human beings who are in a tough situation that he can help, not just as a the next customer, as so many other attorneys do in my experience. I hired Mr. Komie on the spot, which I was not expecting to do, I thought I was going to do more shopping. When Mr. Komie stepped up when the Judge called my name during his first court appearance, the Judge's attitude was completely different than before. Before, the Judge wanted my case moved along, and was getting irritated, and with Mr. Komie, the Judge showed respect and actually started to listen. During the entire process, if I had any questions or concerns, I could call the office and Mary, the receptionist, would always answer and assure me that Mr. Komie or Mr. Anderson would call back soon if she couldn't answer my question herself. She is amazing. Mr. Komie and Mr. Anderson fought for me for a year, and after all their hard work, cas I stated before, the case was dropped down to a misdemeanor, and I ended up taking the deal. I have a lot of respect for Mr. Komie and his entire staff. They have earned it. They will help you if need it. THEY are the lawyers you want on your side. I am very grateful to have met them and if anything ever happens to my friends and family where they need legal assistance, Mr. Komie and his associates will be the only ones to call.

Posted by Randi California Mama | June 06, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Sad mom in California/ Mr. Komie was wonderful

I’m currently in Oahu and I called Mr. Komie at just after 6pm Chicago time and he answered. My son has been in LaSalle County jail for 7 & 1/2 months now. We have counsel but wanted some outside input. He was so kind to take 45 minutes out of his evening to talk with me about my sons case and my ...concerns. He’s a caring man and is very well versed on the laws and the people involved in the justice system. I would recommend that anyone looking for representation should call Mr. Komie. Thank you so much

Posted by Masson | July 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Just a slap on the wrist...

Do not know where to begin. I was going to school in Chicago when I got caught with a reputable amount of cannabis. Enough to where the DA wanted to charge me 3 felonies and call it a "controlled substance" instead of cannabis.... I was in cook county for more or less than a week or so and when I got... out I had no clue what direction to go in. This is when one of my family members told me to contact Mr. Komie. I called him and immediately he told me to get in his office. Next thing I knew I was on the blue L train, headed to his office on Lasalle. He met me at the door and had me in his office no more than 90 seconds of checking in with his secretary, Mary. He sat me down and heard me out, talked with me about my case and made me feel at ease about my situation. He is super professional but I could also tell he reall cared about his clients. His associate Mr. Anderson played a huge roll in my case as well and has the same passion to get the best for his clients. I had a lot going on with me in the 3 years that we fought this case and they both were very supportive through it all. Back to the lawyering though, to make a long story short, I was looking at having 3 felonies, 4 years felony probation, 120 hours community service, and a rediculous amount of fines and fees. Not to mention my felonies were going to stay with me my ENTIRE life! I ended up getting out of the pickle with just 2 years informal probation, a way smaller amount of fines, and just an arrest (not a conviction!) on my record which I can get rid of in 5 years (slap on the wrist)! I was going to have to do drug counseling but somehow they were able to work their magic on getting me out of that too! My final day in court was like Christmas for me! I definitely recommend Mr. Komie and his associate Mr. Anderson to anyone in a legal bind in Illinois. Mr. Komie and as well as Mr. Anderson both demand a lot of respect in the court room and it definitely shows. They are out to win and that is clearly what they do. So if it comes time to pick a lawyer to fight for you life, I definitely recommend Komie and Associates.

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Civil Asset Forfeiture

Mr. Komie and Eric Anderson succeeded in getting my son's car back when two other lawyers told him to "walk away from the car". Mr. Komie confidently took my case when my son was arrested for multiple felonies in. His car was confiscated, along with a large amount of cash, and I felt like it would be... impossible to get it back. I was on the title and loan along with my son, as well as Bank of America as the lienholder. My son continuously searched for a lawyer to take this part of the case, and to represent me in the process while another lawyer was "helping" (or so we though) with his criminal matters. Mr. Komie and Eric Anderson were calm and confident the whole time. They kept us informed of all the possible outcomes throughout the process. However, Mr. Komie made it clear that he had been successful in this type of case in the past. They were given an enormous amount of respect in the court room. Within two months the car was back in our possession without any restrictions. My son immediately fired his defense attorney and hired Mr. Komie to represent him in his criminal matters and to fight the money forfeiture. If you want a lawyer who will represent you without judging you for whatever type of situation you are in, Mr. Komie and his associates are who you should retain, especially if other lawyers have doubts about your situation. I cannot thank Mr. Komie and Eric Anderson enough for successfully handling this case. My son has his vehicle back, which is now fully in his name, and I will not have to worry about the situation any further.

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Stephen M. Komie's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Komie. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

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Thomas Bruno

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephen's expertise is widely recognized. He is a hard-working advocate for his clients. Komie gets good results."

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Jason Coker

Unknown lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever met. I would recommend Stephen highly if you need a criminal defense attorney in Chicago"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Elite Lawyer Founding Member, Elite Lawyer

2025

20 Year Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer

2024

Elite Lawyer Founding Member, Elite Lawyer

2023

Elite Lawyer Founding Member, Elite Lawyer

2023

Presidential Commendation, President Dennis Orsey

2022

Elite Lawyer Founding Member, Elite Lawyer

2021

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2021

Elite Lawyer Founding Member, Elite Lawyer

2020

Elite Lawyer Founding Member, Elite Lawyer

2019

Elite Lawyer Founding Member, Elite Lawyer

2019

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney, America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys

2018

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2012

Top 100 Lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2012

Alumni Service Award, Francis Parker School

2011

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2011

Top 100 Lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2010

Top 100 Lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2010

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2009

Top 100 Lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA®),

2009

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2008

Top 100 Lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2008

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2007

Top 100 Lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2006

Certificate of Appreciation, Illinois State Bar Association

2006

Top 100 lawyers, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2006

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2001

Certificate of Appreciation, Illinois State Bar Association

1994

Public Service Award, Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA®),

1991

Board of Governors Award, Illinois State Bar Association

1991

Certificate of Appreciation, Illinois State Bar Association

1990

Certificate of Appreciation, Illinois State Bar Association

1987

Certificate of Appreciation, Chicago Bar Association

1986

Certificate of Appreciation, Illinois State Bar Association

1984

Certificate of Appreciation, Chicago Bar Association

Work Experience

1976 - 2025

Attorney and Counselor at Law, Komie and Associates

Associations

2006 - Present

Illinois Bar Foundation

Pillar of the Profession Fellow

1996 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Secretary

1990 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association,Judicial Compensation Committee

Member

1989 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association,Criminal Justice Section

Member

1987 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association Credentials Committee

Chairman

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2017

Illinois State Bar Association

Board of Governors

2005 - 2008

American Bar Association Criminal Justice Section Council

Member

2005 - 2008

International Bar Association, Family Law

Chairman

1992 - 2005

Illinois State Bar Association

Board of Governors

1990 - 1992

American Bar Association, Small Firm and Solo Practice Task Force

Member

1985 - 1998

Illinois State Bar Association ,Assembly

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Fatal DUI

Through Stephen Komie's relentless efforts Michael Penachio receives only five years for a crash that killed Danielle Baker

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Education

2016

National College of DUI Defense, Harvard Law School Session

Master of DUI Defense

1976

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Arizona

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Arizona

MA - Masters

Speaking Engagements

2022

OPERATION PIPELINE AND TRANSPORATION INTERDICTION

CIVIL AND CRIMINAL FORFEITURE

2019

ALLERTON HOUSE CONFERENCE ON CIVIL PROCEDURE

Should Illinois Stage Rule 213 Civil Discovery of witness opinions and expert??

2018

Decalogue Society CLE

Electronic Evidence for the 21st Century

2018

2018 NORML Aspen Conference

Civil Rights & Criminal Wrongs: Forfeiture

2017

27th Annual Law & All That Jazz Seminar - New Orleans

Challenging the Roadside Forfeiture Racket

2016

Municipal & Law Division

DUI Meets Science (In the Coutroom)

2016

DuPage County Bar Association CLE

Subpoena Discovery for the 21st Century

2016

2016 NACDL Aspen Conference

Civil Rights & Criminal Wrongs: Forfeiture

2015

NORML Key West Legal Seminar

Enforcing the 4th Amendment and State Constitutions in Interstate Highway Stops

2015

Law & All that Jazz Seminar

Get the Money Back and the Car Too! The Legal Response to the Forfeiture Racket

2015

Decalogue Society CLE - Marijuana Laws

Current Status of Marijuana Laws in Illinois

2014

NORML Key West Legal Seminar

Challenging Interstate Highway Stops

2014

NACDL Defending Modern Drug Cases

Get the Car Back with the Money - the Legal Response to the Forfeiture Racket

Publications

2025

2025

Komie and Associates Blog

2015

Illinois Bar Journal; Vol. 103, No. 6 The MAGNA CARTA: 800 Years of the Rule of Law

1992

Illinois State Bar Association Attorney's Bill of Rights

1987

Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Illinois State Bar Association Legislation Proposed to Protect Attorney/Client Relationship

N/A

The Bar News Little RICO Bill Should Not Be Passed

N/A

Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Little RICO in Illinois, The Case Against It

Languages

English

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