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Attorney David R. Drwencke brings an aggressive, nuanced approach to every file that he works on and will do his best to find creative solutions to resolve clients’ legal matters. When you work with Attorney Drwencke, you will be working with an experienced professional who prioritizes his client-attorney relationship. He seeks to be an approachable and communicative advocate for his clients going through a tough time. As a “Rising Star” according to Super Lawyers Magazine in both 2019 and 2020, Attorney Drwencke has the skill and experience to defend you. He is licensed with the Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association, District of Columbia Bar Association, and American Bar Association. He can practice before the Illinois Supreme Court, District of Columbia, Michigan Supreme Court, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, and U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
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Acquired: 2018
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 2017
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State: Michigan
Acquired: 2016
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849 N. Franklin, Chicago, IL, 60610
13 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Please Find Someone else
I had a horrible experience with this attorney. There are thousands of attorneys in Illinois, I would not have integrity if I did not write this review.
Posted by LUPCO | October 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
WARNING... DAVID DRWENCKE IS DISASTER N LIKE TOO MANY LAWYERS CHEWS OFF MORE THAN HE CAN CHEW BUT THATS OK WITH HIM ..
TO CHOKE ON OTHER PEOPLE'S MISERY... TOTAL DISORIENTATION... TAKES MONEY N RUNS - COMES 2 HOURS LATE TO COURT N KNOWS THERE IS ARREST WARRANT IF I DONT SHOW UP... THEN HE TELLS JUDGE I REFUSE TO COME N IM STILL IN COURT... AVOID AT ALL COSTS - ITS YOUR FREEDOM!!!
Posted by Kathy | April 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Incompetent
I hired David and I felt confident in my choice. However, he claimed the court accepted zoom calls, so I went in person. I was told the Do Not do zoom calls. Needless to say the other 2 court appearances (3) in total, he never showed up. I paid him $825.00, and after being relentless, he refunded ...
Posted by Vince | November 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Not recommended
I had a very unfortunate experience working with David. While I went in with high hopes, I found the communication lacking throughout the entire process. My emails/texts often went unanswered for weeks, and when I did finally receive a response, it felt rushed and unhelpful. Moreover, I felt ...
Posted by Bob | May 30, 2024 | Criminal Defense
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"He genuinely feels remorse, knows that he did wrong and wants to try to make it right within the system," attorney David Drwencke said."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing David for many years, through his law school and clerkship experiences and as a practicing attorney. He is conscientious, hard working, honest and highly skilled. He is respected and the kind of lawyer you want by your side when the chips are down."
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2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020 - Present
Owner, DRD Law, LLC
2020 - Present
Assistant Attorney, Johnson & Bell, Ltd.
2018 - 2020
Associate, Patton & Ryan, LLC
2016 - 2016
Associate, O'Connor, DeGrazia, Tamm & O'Connor
2016 - 2017
Associate, Beam Legal Team
2015 - 2016
Associate, McKeen & Associates, PC
2008 - 2015
Law Clerk, Oakland County Circuit Court
2016 - Present
Michigan Association for JusticeMember
2016 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2014 - Present
American Inns of CourtPupil
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Aquittal
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
MA - Masters
2007
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Bar Passage
English
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