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I am a graduate of the highly ranked University of Michigan Law School. My legal education laid the foundation for my career as a criminal defense attorney. I have specialized in criminal defense for over 35 years. In that time I have tried thousands of cases, both bench trials and juries, and litigated hundreds of motions. My experience includes Illinois state and federal courts.
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900 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 5-W, Chicago, IL, 60607
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Posted by Carolyn | April 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional, personable and dependable
As a concerned mother I began a search for a lawyer that could represent my son within just a few days for several charges including traffic and ammunition charges. Mr. Hunter was one of many to contact me after I signed up for a lawyer site. At this time Mr. Hunter was efficient and spoke to me w...
Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Always off-schedule
Steve R. Hunter was hired. The following indicate Steve R. Hunters weaknesses. Steve R. Hunter was not punctual. Steve R. Hunter did not did not represent me properly. Steve R. Hunter is very expensive. Therefore you would expect for the attourney to get to court on time. During the...
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Posted by Juan | January 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Satisfied and happy client
Steven, is an attorney who guided me and told me upfront the pros and cons when ever something arise. When ever the prosecutor came up with a deal he updated me right away and broke down the deal for me to understand better. We took longer then usual but he never looked for a way to finish it fast w...
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Saved me from getting Deported due to a Possible Domestic Violence Conviction - Cook County, Chicago
I was charged with Domestic Battery - 720 ILCS 5/12-5(a)(1)(Bodily Harm - Class A Misdemeanor) which is a Deportable Crime for anyone who is not a US Citizen. As a Green Card holder it was a matter of Ruining my Entire Career, and Life of me and my Family due to Very Likely Deportation which would've...
Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense
High Recommend Steven Richard Hunter
I was charged with criminal trespassing and Steven Hunter helped me through the entire court process. He was confident in his abilities and efficient and helped inform me of the process. I highly recommend him and trust him very much. He is pro in his field and he knows the court system very well. I ...
"I highly endorse Mr. Hunter. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."
"Steve is a smart, aggressive advocate for his clients. He is highly experienced in federal and state court."
"I endorse Steven Hunter. He can quickly and accurately identify legal issues and potential solutions. He is conscientious and professional."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Hunter is a hardworking and aggressive attorney. He has superior knowledge of the law and is very good under pressure. Mr. Hunter really fights for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. We have conferred and collaborated with Mr. Hunter on a few different matters over the last few years. He has the rare and sought after collection of attributes one hopes for in a lawyer: being extremely smart, practical, knowledgeable on the law, hard-working and well spoken. He's the savvy criminal lawyer you want on your side. I highly recommend him."
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1996 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Steven R. Hunter
1988 - 1996
Attorney, Cook County Public Defender's Office
Member
Member
Not Guilty of Armed Robbery
Case dismissed
Case dismissed and Order of Protection Vacated
Not Guilty verdict
Class X felony reduced to misdemeanor
Case dismissed
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
A.B
1996
Procedure, rules and advice for practicing in felony trial court
2008
2008
English
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