Richard Louis Fenbert

Richard Louis Fenbert

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Personal Injury

Address: 10 South LaSalle Street, Suite 3702, Chicago, IL

About Richard

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 13 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2012

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 14 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2011

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Fenbert & Associates, LLC

Address: 10 South LaSalle Street, Suite 3702, Chicago, IL, 60603

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Richard Louis Fenbert's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
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Posted by Mike | June 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Skilled Attorney

I am writing this review for Richard Fenbert, an attorney for my son. My son made some mistakes and got into legal trouble. I needed an attorney quickly. I did some research and a fortunate to find Mr. Fenbert. Every aspect of the interaction and relationship was positive but I want to point out a fe...w areas of strength, at least from my perspective. Responsiveness - From the get-go, this has been and continues to be fantastic. He showed up quickly, and throughout this time has been great. Even when something happened and he was out of town, he had a colleague cover it and brought him up to speed. Appreciate this in a trying time. Legal Knowledge - I am not a lawyer, so can only judge from what I have seen but he was confident and seemed well-versed. He had great advice and was very professional. Demeanor - Richard was great, and a calming influence during this incident. He helped keep an even keel and I appreciated that. This seems important when you are worried. Value - I can't stress enough, I felt very fortunate that I found Richard Fenbert as my attorney. I highly recommend his services.

Posted by Alejandro | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dui case

Had a real bad case and he managed to get me no jail time and a slap wrist ...... definitely recommend

Posted by anonymous | April 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Speeting ticket

Mr. Fenbert helped me lower my speeding violation fee significantly and was closely in touch to answer any questions I had. His careful and thorough preparations were remarkable. スピード違反で高額なチケットを切られた際、裁判所出頭準備から当日までフェンバート先生に全て仕切っていただき、罰金が大幅に下がりました。念密な下準備で対応いただき、質問にも的確な回答をいただき大変助かりました。

Posted by Shannon | January 24, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great Communication!

Richard is a great lawyer. He fights for his clients. He knows how to explain the process clearly and has impeccable communication. Hire Richard!

Posted by anonymous | January 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Moving Vehicle Violation

My fiance and I consulted and ultimately chose Mr. Fenbert to defend my fiance in a moving vehicle violation. He was prompt in gathering the relevant facts of the case and clearly communicated what we could expect of the process and the likely resolution we could hope for. Ultimately, the violation w...as effectively reversed in court and the overall process was as relatively painless from our perspective.

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Richard Louis Fenbert's Lawyer Endorsements

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Purav Bhatt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rick is a very knowledgeable attorney who puts his clients' interests first. I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Lear

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Julian West

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Mr. Fenbert. I have referred Iowa clients on behalf of Mr. Fenbert multiple times, and have always found him to be incredibly attentive to their needs, and fights hard for them even on small issues. If he is in your area, you should contact him first."

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Salim Sheikh

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rick is a knowledgeable and motivated Attorney who gets positive results for his clients."

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Kellie Bylica

Unknown lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is a honest but strong litigator with good interpersonal skills. He respects his clients and works hard to obtain their goals."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lawyers who donate time on sites like this have a passion for the law and a compassion for the people they serve. Kudos."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Fenbert. Very knowledgeable 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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Bidisha Bagchi

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Bartela

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rick is a talented and fearless lawyer. His level of concern for his clients and attention to detail are without parallel."

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Mark Jablonski

Litigation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Criminal Law (High Score), CALI

2005

Rosenfield International Grant, Grinnell College

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Fenbert & Associates, LLC

2011 - 2014

Associate, Zukerman, Daiker & Lear, Co., LPA

2010 - 2010

Summer Extern, Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP

2010 - 2011

Certified Legal Intern, Milton A. Kramer Law Clinic, Criminal Division

Associations

2015 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Illinois

Member

2011 - Present

Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI Dismissed

Case Dismissed

Defendant with Two Prior DUIs

DUI Dismissed

Professional Driver

Jury Trial: Not Guilty

Eight Pounds of Marijuana

Conviction Reversed on Appeal

Dog Bite Case

Won at Arbitration

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Education

2011

Case Western Reserve University

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Grinnell College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

DEER Treatment & Rehabilitation

DUI Detection and Penalties

2016

AVANCE Treatment & Rehabilitation

DUI Detection and Penalties

2014

Safety Through Education

DWI/DUI/OVI Detection & Penalties

2013

WERE 1490 AM Radio

George Zimmerman Trial/Verdict

2013

Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Annual Conference

DUI UPDATE

2013

89.3 AM Cleveland State Radio

Legal Questions

Publications

2015

Plain Dealer Newspaper Hard Times in Cleveland

2014

West Law Journal Ohio Search & Seizure

2012

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal State Medical Board of Ohio & Impaired Physicians

Languages

English

Japanese

Activity

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