Michael S O'Meara

Michael S O'Meara

also known as O'Meara Law LLC

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

53 W Jackson Blvd, Ste 919, Chicago, IL

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$0 first 15 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1994

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

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O'Meara Law LLC

53 W Jackson Blvd, Ste 919, Chicago, IL, 60604

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27 Client Reviews

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Posted by David | March 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

There is no way on Earth I could have received a better result

As a first time DUI offender I had zero clue what to do. The evidence against me was very strong. Based on Internet research I conducted before seeking an attorney I concluded that I was facing 1 year in jail, fines of $2,500, loss of my license for a full year, along with... other various penalties and fines. I turned to friends who "knew a guy who knew a guy" to find representation. I met with 2 different lawyers, showed them both my charges, and told them my story. Neither one of those lawyers had any faith in my case. They basically told me "You screwed up and here is how we're going to try to deal with it, BTW, you're screwed." At that point a close friend reached out to me telling me about Mike O'Meara and how good of job Mike has done representing him varying from different drug and alcohol offenses. I didn't know any better and I didn't have anything to lose. So my friend gave me Mike's number and I gave him a call figuring I would hear the same thing I was already told twice before. I couldn't possibly have been more wrong about that. I told Mike my story and all the various facts that lead to my arrest. After he heard the same story I told to the other two lawyers, Mike seemed to be very ambitious about my case and started to explain to me how we can fight it. It was only a couple days later that I was in the court house with him filing papers and requests to contest my arrest. While all this was happening he fully explained to me every single step of the process so I could fully understand everything that was happening, he damn near made me feel like I was a lawyer in training. Even after he explained A-Z to me he still asked "do you have any questions? Contact me anytime you want, I welcome questions." He has always kept true to his word. Believe me when I say that I have pushed the limits with calling him and asking him things he had previously explained to me, he had no problem repeating himself to me at any time of any day. With being charged with a DUI, there are many different things you have to do ON YOUR OWN outside of the courtroom. As a first time offender, I wasn't familiar or sure about any of the tasks that I had to complete on my own. Luckily, Mike was able to help and coach me every step of the way outside of the courtroom b/c he is that good of a man and genuinely cares. I swear to God he acted like my daddy trying to teach me to walk. I'll never forget the court date of my sentencing, with how bad the evidence was against me, I was sure I was going to jail and paying astronomical fines that I couldn't afford even if I sold my soul to the Devil. When I was face to face with the judge, not only did Mike keep me out of jail but he saved me from a conviction (I was not convicted for my DUI), and negotiated my fines to be the bare minimum. As I'm typing this, I no longer require a lawyer to pursue and complete the court mandated agreements of my case. I have paid Mike in full and he has no further obligation to me. Having said that, I've been having problems with trying to fulfill my minimum court mandated requirements. I contacted Mike about my concerns and problems with going through this process and he is still willing to fight for me and help me out even though I no longer have any financial obligation to him. He is a very loyal and dedicated man. If any member of my family or friends were caught under the same circumstances that I was, I would tell them to hire Mike O'Meara. Remember the saying "Knowledge is POWER!!!" When you hire Mike O'Meara, he has that knowledge and he brings that POWER into that courtroom. I hope to God that I never have to go through his again. If I do then Mike is the first person I would contact. He is also the first person I would recommend to any family member or friend.

Posted by Steve | March 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best-in-Class Attorney

I was charged with a second DUI offense within 5 years and was facing a 3 year loss of my driving privileges per the Stautory Suspension. I would have lost my ability to make a living and my condo, everything. The second offense was the result of having been jumped after a few beers. No one, includ...ing the police, want to hear about how the symptoms of a concussion exactly mirror those of inebriation. You smell like booze and you are pretty much done. After researching and speaking with numerous attorneys, I contacted Mike for assistance. As we were speaking I thought “this is my guy”. After a subsequent call, I retained O'Meara Law LLC. It proved to be the best decision that I made during the whole devastating experience. You meet a lot of people that make promises and don’t deliver, O’Meara delivers. He is intuitive, decisive and, being a former prosecutor, knows the courts like the back of his hand. He is thorough and responsive. Mike was able to negotiate a deal that allowed me to retain my license, thus saving my career and livelihood. Mike is the consummate professional who never gave any false expectations regarding the dire situation that I was facing. He always told me the potential downside to all possible scenarios. He got me the result that I desperately needed. I will be indebted to him for a very long time. Watching Mike work in a court of law is as close to a masterpiece as I have ever seen. He knows when to fight and when to concede, what is possible and what isn’t. You cannot go wrong with O’Meara Law LLC and Mike O’Meara.

Posted by Phillip | September 09, 2015 | Litigation

Highly recommended

Mr. O’Meara is a great trail attorney and adviser– I have often turned to him for advice in complex legal matters and he has always responded with a clear concise answer - I highly recommend him based on his knowledge of the law, his communication skills, and advocacy for his clients.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Will fight for you!

I have had many very complicated and difficult legal matters and Mr. O’Meara always had an insightful response to my questions and would point me in the right direction. Further, Mr. O’Meara is a man of principle and will fight very hard to meet your objective. I highly recommend Mr. O’Meara.

Posted by Robert | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best

I was charged with a serious crime and one of my friends recommended Mike O’Meara. He had used him in the past and Mike had gotten the charges against him thrown out. I talked to Mike and wanted to hire him but my family convinced me to go with a "family" lawyer. Big mistake. The guy was out of his d...epth. So I went back to Mike and asked him to take my case. He cleaned up the mess the other lawyer made, got my arrest thrown out and all the charges dropped. I could not have asked for anything more. If you want the best, call Mike.

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Donald Banovitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Mike since law school and he merits an unqualified endorsement. He is a passionate and dedicated advocate for his clients. Criminal defense/DUI lawyers, such as he, that zealously champion the constitutional rights of his clients get the best results. A truly compassionate lawyer."

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Scott Nehls

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an excellent attorney and, not insignificantly, a gentlemen. He is respected by his peers, the judiciary, and prosecutors. He is one of the few attorneys I would recommend to friends and colleagues who find themselves needing his expertise."

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Michael Rediger

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike does a great job fighting for the rights of his clients. I have worked with Mike on a number of cases and he is a great trial attorney. I have sought his advice on a number of cases and his knowledge in invaluable."

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Sami Azhari

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a fantastic attorney and provides a wealth of information. I frequently need to bounce ideas off Michael to get another perspective on cases I am defending and he has always been knowledgeable, helpful, and courteous. He has experience defending complex criminal cases and any client that hires him is in great hands. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Hickey

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Illinois. He has experience and tenacity to handle any criminal matter, big or small. I have known Michael for many years and greatly respect his skill."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. O'Meara. 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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Douglas Matton

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike for more than 20 years. I have referred him countless cases over the years and have always received nothing but positive feedback each time. If I ever had the misfortune of needing a criminal defense or DUI attorney, he is the man I would call in a heartbeat."

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Christopher Syregelas

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a fantastic attorney that I have known for over 20 years. Mike is known for being a dedicated and hard working attorney. Mike has excellent litigation skills that he acquired while working as a prosecutor."

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Scott Tzinberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Michael for several years and have confidently referred clients to him during this time. He does a great job and is always looking out for his client's needs."

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Marie Taraska

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an amazing criminal defense lawyer. He is well respected by his peers and the judiciary."

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Dan Tsataros

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is one of the most intelligent attorneys that I know! He is truly an outstanding trial attorney that I had the pleasure of working with in the Cook County State's Attorney's Office!"

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John Richardson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is extremely knowledgable at his craft. I know him to be a hard worker, and a bright lawyer. If you hire Michael, know that you are hiring someone that is very well respected by prosecutors, judges and fellow defense attorneys alike"

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Christopher Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys, Ten Best Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Top Attorney, National Association For DUI Defense

2016

10 Best" 2016 Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2016

A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau

2016

10 Best Client Satisfaction - DUI/DWI, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

Member, Best DWI Attorney

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Owner, O'Meara Law LLC

1994 - 1994

711 Law Clerk, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

1994 - 1998

Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Republican National Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2016 - Present

American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Member

2016 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2016 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Northwest Suburban Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

NORML

Member

2016 - Present

National Lawyers Guild

Member

2016 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1994 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI

Not Guilty

Battery

Not Guilty

Drug Charges

Charges Dropped

Domestic Battery Charge Dismissed and Expunged

Expunged

Theft & Fraud

No conviction

Second DUI Expunged

Expunged

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Education

1994

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

Juris Doctor

1990

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Press conference

Newsworthy Murder case

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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