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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 anonymous | January 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Great Domestic Violence Lawyer
I searched for a lot of lawyers in a short amount of time in hopes of obtaining an order of protection against an abusive ex-partner of mine. Steven was easy to contact and professional. Of the myriad of lawyers I contacted, he was the only to seem empathetic about what I had gone through. "I am sorr...
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 Naren | June 15, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Domestic Violence - Chicago
I was slapped with charges of domestic battery and restraining order by my wife. Given my immigration situation (I am on work visa), I was more worried about outcome of case. Initial attorney whom I had hired was not a good and I was lost couple of motions in the court. I was looking for experienced ...
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...
"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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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
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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