Steven Richard Hunter

Steven Richard Hunter

4.8
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Gun Law, Federal Crime

900 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 5-W, Chicago, IL

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

For over 35 years I have specialized in criminal defense. I have handled thousands of cases ranging from murders to d.u.i. and misdemeanor offenses. I choose to be great in one practice area, criminal defense, rather than good in several.

39 years

30%
Domestic Violence 25%

I am an expert in both criminal domestic violence cases and Order of Protection cases. If you are accused of domestic violence or you are seeking to obtain or fight an Order of Protection petition, call me.

39 years

25%
Gun Law 25%

Gun prosecution have skyrocketed in Chicago and Cook County. Whether you are charged with a 992(g) in federal court or an Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapon in state court, I have the experience to provide you with the best defense.

39 years

25%
Federal Crime 20%

I have extensive experience with federal criminal defense, including firearms, drug conspiracies, fraud, political corruption, as well as bank robberies, drug conspiracies and unlawful entry.

29 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 38 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1987

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Steven R. Hunter

900 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 5-W, Chicago, IL, 60607

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Steven Richard Hunter's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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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...ith concern and guidance asking important and probing questions to ensure that quality service and a mutual understanding was present. A meeting was scheduled and once again he was open, honest and supportive throughout the duration of my visit. Mr. Hunter wasn't able to attend the upcoming court appearance but arranged for someone to be there for me son. Mr. Hunter explained to us the details of what could possibly happen and reassured me that the lawyer would have access to him for additional assistance if needed. Over the next few weeks he consulted and groomed my son and myself for our future court date and how to be well prepared. Mr. Hunter represented my son well and we ended

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...ithout the interest of me (his client for more then a year). In my experience I can honestly say he will fight for the best interest in his clients and will guide you all the way till the final phase and you will never feel blind folded during the process. I can not say enough good things about this attorney but I am happy I hired Steven hunter to tackle my case. I was proven innocent with his hard work and his knowledge to tackle it upfront

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... made me Inadmissible to USA for rest of my life. I was Extremely Worried and didn't want to take any chance, so I've consulted some of the Chicago's Avvo Top Rated Criminal Defense Attorneys. Among all of them, I've found Mr. Steven Hunter - Highly Experienced (27 Years-and that too in a Big City like Chicago), Very Aggressive, Highly Knowledgeable, Very Straightforward and Most Important - Very Honest. Yes, Honesty is rare these days, but from my very First Meeting with him, I've found Mr. Hunter Very Honest in his Opinion and Very Reasonable and Transparent in his Flat Fee Structure. Even after knowing the possible Deportation Consequences, he didn't take Advantage of my Situation and quoted a Very Reasonable Flat Fee with a Clear Cut Clarification of When he may have to Charge me Extra and Exactly Why. However, my case didn't reach to that point so he Didn't have to Charge me Extra. On top of that, he made some Suggestions which saved me from Extra Expenses. Rather than Scaring me more, he has made me feel Relaxed and given Very Honest Opinion and Suggestions. He explained me how Domestic Battery cases work and what were my Available Options. He Explained me in Detail how a Trial Process will happen, and Formulated a Detailed Questionnaire for both me and my Witness, and prepared us Very Well for the Trial. My Goal was to Prove myself Not Guilty and Mr. Hunter has Meticulously prepared my case to Achieve that Goal. I was very confused about whether to go for a Jury Trial or a Bench Trial. But Mr. Hunter has Spot On knowledge of when to go for a Jury Trial and when to go for a Bench Trial. Based on my case details, he Suggested me to go for a Bench Trial and the Final Outcome of the case has Proved he was Totally Correct. Due to his Extensive Trial Experience with Chicago Courts, he has a Very Good Understanding of how Judges and State Attorneys may behave on a Specific Case. On the Day of Trial, I was pretty Stressed but he had a Positive Conversation with me and made me feel Relaxed and Fully Prepared for the Trial. His Opening Statement was Very Well Thought and Pretty Effective. The way he has Smartly and Aggressively Cross-Examined the Complaining Witness and other Witnesses, has revealed their Lies and made our Defense more Stronger. He didn't give any Chance to the State Attorney for an Effective Counter Attack, and made the State Attorney Struggle to Prove me Guilty. His Closing Statement was also Very Well Thought and Pretty Effective. Finally, after a long 3 Hour Trial, the Judge has given a Verdict of Not Guilty. I had Tears in my Eyes as Mr. Hunter has Saved me from the Most Critical Crisis of My Life so far. Me and My Family will Never Forget what he did for us. Mr. Hunter is Undoubtedly the BEST Criminal Defense Attorney in Chicago. If you are Charged or Arrested for any Criminal Matter (and Especially if you are not a US Citizen), I would Highly Recommend Hiring Mr. Steven Hunter or at-least having a 30 Minutes Free Consultation with him, so you can see the Difference between Him and Other Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Gave me back my life!

As you are looking through this site; I want to assure you that you are in the right place. I never thought I would need a Criminal Defense Attorney, but there I was,...charged with a crime. It was terrifiying and I didn’t know where to go. Luckily for me I stumbled upon Stephan R Hunter; and fortuna...tely I read a great review that led me to choose this wonderful counsel. Now I am compelled to ‘pay it forward’. Steven’s gentle, soft- spoken and unassuming manner made me feel at ease immediately, and his non-judgmental , confident demeanor gave me hope that things would be OK. At the trial Steven focused like a laser beam to the core issue; though the other side hurled endless falsehoods and distortions. In the end he annihilated the opposition and won my case. Now I can return to my normal life again. If I ever need a CDA, I would not hesitate to call on Steven R. Hunter, but I sure hope I don’t ever have to again.

Posted by Bill | January 22, 2014

Professional, knowledgeable, polite and a good listener.

Atty. Steven Hunter is professional, knowledgeable and listened well during my consultation. He laid all the possibilities for my case. I consulted 2 more lawyers before contacting him. He listened well and answered all my questions with a very calm and comforting manner. One thing that catch my att...ention is he never interrupted me even if I may have mixed up informations. I strongly recommend him and his track record and experience backs it all.

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Joshua Kutnick

Federal crime lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is a smart, aggressive advocate for his clients. He is highly experienced in federal and state court."

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Anthony Tuorto

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steven. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Eve Ocasio

Criminal defense lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steven Hunter. He can quickly and accurately identify legal issues and potential solutions. He is conscientious and professional."

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Stephen Richards

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Solid lawyer -- knows his stuff"

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Stephanie Ripple

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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John Malkinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Illinois Super Lawyer 2022, Illinois Super Lawyers

2021

Illinois Super Lawyer 2021, Super Lawyers

2021

Illinois Super Lawyer 10 Years Excellence in Practice, Illinois Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Steven R. Hunter

1988 - 1996

Attorney, Cook County Public Defender's Office

Associations

Chicago Bar Association

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Armed Robbery

Not Guilty of Armed Robbery

Domestic Battery

Case dismissed

Domestic Battery and Order of Protection Case

Case dismissed and Order of Protection Vacated

Domestic Battery

Not Guilty verdict

Rape charge reduced

Class X felony reduced to misdemeanor

Felony Driving on Suspended

Case dismissed

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Education

1987

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Michigan

A.B

Speaking Engagements

1996

Chicago Bar Association CLE "Felony Trial Court Walk Through"

Procedure, rules and advice for practicing in felony trial court

Publications

2008

Chicago Lawyer The Importance of Trust

2008

Lawyers USA Chicago is There Kind of Town

Languages

English

Activity

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