James R. Doerr

James R. Doerr

also known as RHINO

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 31 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Domestic Violence

53 W Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1401, Chicago, IL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1994

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Driver Defense Team

53 W Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1401, Chicago, IL, 60604

Driver Defense Team

1625 N. Mannheim Rd, Stone Park, IL, 60165

Driver Defense Team

325 E. North Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181

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James R. Doerr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Troy | June 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

James R. Doerr ... Lavelle Law, LTD representation review...

Jim Doerr, is a knowledgeable professional lawyer, who recently represented me in a traffic case in the 3rd District-Cook County Circuit Court, in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Jim kept me well informed during the entire legal process, professionally represented me in court and followed through with ev...ery proceeding, including when I was unable to attend court. Jim is a great asset to the Lavelle Law firm where he is employed. I will be recommending him to ANYONE who is in need of legal representation, as well as highly recommending him on this web based site. If you are in need of an attorney, whether it be consultation or representation contact Jim directly at the Lavelle Law office at (847) 241-1798 or [email protected] or www.lavellelaw.com....They have offices in Chicago downtown or his office in Schaumburg, Illinois. I am very happy of the feeling of walking out of court knowing that I had Jim's full professional legal representation on my side of the law. Thank you Jim for your superb legal representation...

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James R. Doerr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kostas Kostopoulos

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim Doerr is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!"

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Steven Migala

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Since joining our criminal defense practice, James has demonstrated considerable knowledge and skills involving criminal law and procedure, and has provided excellent representation to our clients."

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Lance Ziebell

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"James is an amazing lawyer because he is so knowledgeable about the criminal justice system and uses this to his clients' advantage. By using his vast knowledge of the criminal justice system to his clients' advantage, James is able to obtain favorable outcomes for his clients on a routine basis. This is what separates James from other attorneys out there."

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Michael Roth

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"James is a terrific trial lawyer. I highly recommend James to anyone in a need of a knowledgeable and extremely effective criminal attorney."

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Amil Alkass

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend and endorse James. James is extremely knowledgeable about complex criminal and traffic defense issues. He is extremely personable, responsive, and provides excellent representation for his clients. James is rated as one of the leading criminal defense attorneys in Illinois."

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Matthew Sheahin

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. James a very experienced and skilled criminal defense attorney. I would recommend him to anyone I know. Hopefully I personally never need his services!"

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Kerry Lavelle

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. James has been a critically important addition to our office. Clients love him, because he gets great results. He's always ready to go to trial."

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Heather Glaser

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"James Doerr offers personal attention to his clients and he is effective in communicating with clients, assuring them that they are in good hands. He is a strong advocate and a great mentor to other attorneys. I strongly endorse James Doerr for any criminal legal matter."

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Timothy Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this lawyer."

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James Voigt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is one of the most down-to-earth practical attorneys I've ever met and he does an excellent job representing his clients and pursuing great results for them. Obviously, none of wants to ever need a DUI defense attorney, but when you do have that need it's hard to do better than Jim."

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Ryan Gardner

Unknown lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"James is a premier criminal defense attorney. With over 20 years of experience navigating the criminal law field, he understands what it takes to get his clients the best results possible. I wholeheartedly endorse his ability as an attorney."

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Jennifer Burt

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jim is an outstanding lawyer and is dedicated to obtaining real results for his clients. He is responsive, experienced and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend this lawyer."

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Joshua Nesser

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"James is an outstanding criminal attorney and a passionate advocate for his clients. I have no reservations endorsing him."

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Justin Bougher

Unknown lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Theodore Mcginn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. James continues to demonstrate a tremendous amount of knowledge in the criminal field."

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Kelly Anderson

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"James is the attorney you want help from if you're dealing with any sort of traffic, speeding or criminal matter. Not only does he have a calm and assuring demeanor (when you need it the most!), but he's also an expert in these areas of law - knows the ins and outs of the various courtrooms, and will get you the best possible result. He even successfully had two of my own traffic tickets dismissed! So from first-hand experience and as a co-worker I highly endorse James Doerr."

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Cameron Monti

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"James is highly recommended to any individual that has a criminal matter requiring the best representation and the best results possible."

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Jenet Pequeno

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"James is a tough defense attorney with an outstanding record of successful outcomes. He is not afraid to take a case to trial and will always strive to put his client's in the best possible position after their case is over. He also does Secretary of State Hearings and has helped very many individuals get back on the roads, "Legally" after being suspended or revoked. He is the kind of lawyer you want on your side!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

1996

Coach Award, Chicago Blaze Rugby Football Club

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Associate, Lavelle Law

Associations

2015 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2015 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. A.A.D

Not Guilty

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Education

1994

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Benedictine University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1984

Benet Academy

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2015

Chicago Legal Latte Criminal Expungements

2015

Chicago Legal Latte Suspended or Revoked Licenses

2014

Chicago Legal Latte Refusal of SFST's

2013

Publications

Languages

English

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