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J. Nicolas Albukerk
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Biography
Nick Albukerk is the founder and principal attorney of Albukerk & Associates. He leads our firm in representing clients who struggle with a wide range of litigation and trial matters throughout Chicagoland. His confidence and effectiveness in the courtroom is based on the durability of his investigations and the evidence he brings forth in support of his clients, no matter what legal matter has affected their lives.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
34 years | 2,800 cases
Civil Rights
20%
23 years | 34 cases
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
20%
25 years | 38 cases
Medical Malpractice
10%
25 years | 22 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
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Licensed in Illinois for 32 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Law Offices of J. Nicolas Albukerk
1450 W. Randolph St., Suite 2, Chicago, IL, 60607
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J. Nicolas Albukerk's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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amazing lawyar
Mr. Albukerk is an incredible lawyer who persisted through my son's difficult murder case. He worked hard and took all the detail evidence into consideration. There are only good things to say about Mr. Albukerk, my son is free because of him and I'm eternally grateful for him!
Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2014
Great in the courtroom - will work hard for you, gets going to preserve the evidence quickly
Albukerk more than anything listens! He is the only lawyer to win a case of Medicaid or Medicare fraud in the Chicago area and also to win the release of a man falsely accused as a sexually violent person who had been jailed for 30 years. He gets in there right away and preserves evidence of your i...
Posted by Antwon | December 15, 2010
Got the job done quickly
Nick represented me in a criminal matter, I paid him through my bond. He seemed to know everyone in the court room which seemed to help me! He got me a good deal and I know Id be sure to call him if I get in trouble again or if I know anyone else who gets in trouble
J. Nicolas Albukerk's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked on both federal civil rights and criminal matters with Nick. He is a very thorough and creative attorney. He cares deeply for his clients and will work very hard for their needs."
"I highly endorse Mr. Albukerk. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! Keep up the great work."
"Nick Albukerk is a highly respected attorney with a superior knowledge of the law who zealously and tirelessly fights for his client's rights. I strongly recommend him to anyone in need of legal counsel."
"Nick is a seasoned criminal attorney who gets the job done! He is very aggressive and fights hard to defend his clients rights. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Trial Lawyers in Illinois, Thompson Reuters
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Trial Lawyers in Illinois, Thompson Reuters
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Trial Lawyers in Illinois, Thompson Reuters
Work Experience
1993 - 2001
Assistant Public Defender, Cook County Public Defender's Office
Associations
1993 - 2015
Illinois State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Jalalipour v. Saed
Jury Verdict for $1.27 million
State V. Armando Antonio
NOT GUILTY - First Degree Murder
Education
1993
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2013
Lorman
Police Misconduct
2011
Mentor CLE
The 4th Amendment - Home and Car Searches CLE
Languages
Spanish
English