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Experienced, Aggressive and Compassionate Criminal Defense Attorney with Offices in Chicago and Skokie. Former Prosecutor that understands criminal cases from both sides of the courtroom. Free immediate consultation. When you hire Mr. Weisberg to defend you, he will not send a novice to court. He will personally defend you before a Judge or Jury and fight hard to obtain the best possible results. Call Now to speak directly with Mr. Weisberg.
Mr. Weisberg dedicates himself to the needs and concerns of all of his clients. From the moment you contact him for a free consultation, he will begin to explain to you everything you need to know about the law surrounding your case as well as what to expect every step of the way. He invites you to call him anytime at the office or on his cell phone at (773) 908-9811. He will be happy to discuss your case and inform you of your options. He handles any and all of the following offenses:
Criminal Defense Practice, Federal Criminal Law, Drug Crimes, Drug Offenses, Drug Cases, Possession of controlled substance, Possession with intent to deliver, Delivery of Controlled Substance, Manufacture, Distribution, Conspiracy to Deliver, Cocaine, Heroin, Ecstasy, GHB, Look-alike substance, Marijuana, Marijuana Plants, Cannabis, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Felonies, Fraud, Mortgage Fraud, Loan Fraud, Mail Fraud, Embezzlement, Homicide, Murder, Attempted Murder, Misdemeanors, Rape, Sex Crimes, Statutory Rape, Sexual Abuse, Criminal Sexual Abuse, Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse, Criminal Sexual Assault, Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault, Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault, Child Pornography, Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, Public indecency, Stalking, Disorderly Conduct, Prostitution, Solicitation of a Prostitute, Domestic Violence, Assault, Child Abuse and Neglect, Drivers License Suspension, DUI/DWI, Traffic Offenses, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Drunk Driving, Drunken Driving, Aggravated DUI, Aggravated Driving Under the Influence, Reckless Homicide, Driving While License Suspended, 6-303, Driving on a revoked license, drag racing, reckless driving, CDL Drivers, Speeding over 40 mph over limit, Juvenile Law, Traffic Violations, Burglary, Residential Burglary, Robbery, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Robbery, Trespass, Trespass to Land, Trespass to Vehicle, Trespass to residence, Theft, Retail Theft, Deceptive Practices, Identity Theft, Theft by Deception, Forgery, Perjury, Shoplifting, Resisting Arrest, Obstruction of Justice, Obstructing Justice, Weapons Charges, Guns, Gun Charges, Unlawful Use of Weapon, Unlawful Use of Weapon by Felon, Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapon, Aggravated UUW, Defacing a Firearm, Kidnapping, Unlawful Restraint, Vehicular Hijacking, Aggravated Vehicular Hijacking, Possession of Stolen Motor Vehicle, Stolen Car, Witness Intimidation, Grand Jury, White Collar Crime, Violation of Probation, Violation of Conditional Discharge, Petition to Revoke Probation, Violation of Order of Protection, Vandalism, Criminal Damage to Property, Arson, Aggravated Arson, Battery, Aggravated Battery, Assault, Aggravated Assault, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, Reckless Discharge of a Firearm, Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm, Escape, Expungements, Bail Hearings, Dog Fighting, Bad Checks, Telephone Harassment, Preliminary Hearings and all other Criminal Cases.
Practice areas
Criminal defense, Chicago criminal defense, Chicago criminal attorney. Retail Theft, Shoplifting, Embezzlement, Domestic Battery, Drug Crimes, Cannabis, Cocaine, Heroin, Marijuana, Cannabis, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault, Sexual Abuse, Assault and Battery, DUI, Trespass, White Collar Cases, Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse, Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault, Burglary, Criminal Damage to Property, Criminal Sexual Abuse, Criminal Sexual Assault, Disorderly Conduct. 720 ILCS Cases.
26 years
Assault, battery, aggravated battery, robbery, armed robbery, domestic battery, rape, sexual assault, home invasion, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, predatory criminal sexual assault, murder, homicide, burglary, residential burglary. 720 ILCS Cases.
26 years
Domestic battery, domestic violence, order of protection, violation order of protection, domestic assault. 720 ILCS Cases.
26 years
Rape, statutory rape, criminal sexual abuse, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, aggravated criminal sexual assault, predatory criminal sexual assault, sexual servitude, prostitution, public indecency, indecent exposure, solicitation of a child. 720 ILCS Cases.
26 years
Languages spoken
English
Law Office of Andrew Weisberg
444 N. Michigan Ave
#1200
Chicago, IL, 60611
Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg
10024 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, IL, 60077
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1996 | 03/03/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Client's Choice | Avvo | 2019 |
A++ Rating | Better Business Bureau | 2018 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2018 |
A++ Rating | Better Business Bureau | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2017 |
A++ Rating | Better Business Bureau | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
A++ Rating | Better Business Bureau | 2015 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2015 |
A++ Rating | Better Business Bureau | 2014 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2012 |
Certificate of Completion - Defending IL Death Penalty Cases | State Appellate Defender | 2010 |
Certificate of Completion - Capital Litigation Training | Lake County Bar Association | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg | 2006 - Present |
Attorney | Paul B. Episcope, LLC | 2005 - 2006 |
Attorney | Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP | 2004 - 2005 |
Prosecuting Attorney | Cook County State Attorney's Office | 2001 - 2004 |
Felony Review Assistant | Cook County State Attorney's Office | 2001 - 2002 |
Adjunct Professor | Robert Morris College | 1998 - 2000 |
Prosecuting Attorney | Will County State's Attorney's Office | 1996 - 2001 |
Legal Intern - Appeals | Cook County State's Attorney's Office | 1995 - 1995 |
Legal Intern - Felony Courtroom | Cook County State's Attorney's Office | 1994 - 1994 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Federal Trial Bar | Member | 2006 - Present |
Capital Litigation Trial Bar | Member | 2001 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Sun Times | Criminal Sexual Abuse | 2013 |
89 WLS | Criminal Sexual Abuse | 2013 |
Time Out Chicago (Quoted in Article) | Shoplifting in Chicago | 2012 |
upublish.info | Jury Trial or Bench Trial | 2011 |
articlebase.com | Chicago Criminal Defense Law of Accountability | 2011 |
Chicago Tribune | $700,000 bond for man held in woman's death | 2003 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 1996 |
University of Illinois | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1993 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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John Marshall American Inn of Court | Mock Trial Judge | 2002 |
Trial Competition | Mock Trial Judge | 2001 |
Robert Morris College | Adjunct Instructor - Various Legal Classes | 2000 |
Speech to Will County Seniors | Preventing Elder Scams | 1999 |
Robert Morris College | Adjunct Instructor - Various Legal Classes | 1999 |
Robert Morris College | Adjunct Instructor - Various Legal Classes | 1998 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People v. M.M. (Confidential) | Not Guilty on All Charges |
People v. C.G. (Confidential) | Not Guilty on All Charges |
People v. J.C. (Confidential) | Not Guilty on All Felony Charges |
People v. R.B. (Condfidential) | Not Guilty on All Felony Charges |
People v. John Doe (confidential) | All charges dismissed and case expunged. |
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David Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 9, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew Weisberg is absolutely among the best attorneys in Chicago as I have seen first-hand how much he cares for each of his clients. Most importantly, I know he gets results for his clients on their cases that other lawyers are incapable of which at the end of the day is why you hire an experienced trial attorney like Andrew. You can have confidence in a positive outcome when Andrew is fighting for your freedom and legal rights.
Rosemary Kostopoulos, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Andy Weisberg is an attorney that I happily endorse, as an upstanding member of the legal community and a strong advocate for clients.
David Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 9, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew Weisberg is absolutely among the best attorneys in Chicago as I have seen first-hand how much he cares for each of his clients. Most importantly, I know he gets results for his clients on their cases that other lawyers are incapable of which at the end of the day is why you hire an experienced trial attorney like Andrew. You can have confidence in a positive outcome when Andrew is fighting for your freedom and legal rights.
Rosemary Kostopoulos, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Andy Weisberg is an attorney that I happily endorse, as an upstanding member of the legal community and a strong advocate for clients.
Joe Messineo, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Andy Weisberg is a top notch attorney who is well respected by the entire legal community. This is an attorney that I would trust my family members and closest friends to, and whom I proudly endorse!
Kostas Kostopoulos, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Andrew Weisberg is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!
Neil Adams, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 24, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have know Andrew for over 20 years. We were prosecutors together in the 90's, and have worked together on cases many times since then. He is a great lawyer and a truly good person.
Michael Cheronis, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 4, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Andrew is a highly effective attorney with an the attention to detail that it takes to win close cases. If have tried cases with Andrew and highly recommend his services if you need a trial lawyer.
Aaron Goldstein, Criminal defense Attorney on May 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Weisberg. He is an excellent criminal defense lawyer and I first met him when he was an Assistant Cook County State's Attorney at 26th Street and California. He is a bright lawyer and zealous advocate. Anyone who has Andy as an attorney is in great hands.
Moe Ahmad, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew is well known in the legal community.This is not by accident. His reputation (well deserved) is that he is a gentleman who knows the law well. As a former prosecutor, I saw him fight hard for his clients. I have no reservation recommending Andrew as your lawyer. You will be in good hands.
Richard Albanese, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew is an ethical, knowledgeable and skilled Criminal Defense Attorney. His expertise is known across Cook County and he has a strong reputation for thorough case preparation and a willingness to fight for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Elkin, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Weisberg is an intellectually gifted and experienced advocate for those alleged to have committed a crime. He has experience as a former prosecutor which is a tremendous asset to his natural talents. He is brilliant in the court room and judges truly respect him as he is very sincere.
Sami Azhari, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew is a tough defense attorney that will go to great lengths for his clients. He is always well prepared and presents an intelligent, well thought out defense. More importantly, he is readily available for his clients and keeps them up to date on their cases, which allows them to make informed decisions. When it comes to criminal defense in Chicago, Andrew is among the best. He has my strongest recommendation.
Matthew Fakhoury, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 10, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew is an attorney who is always available for his clients. You can rest assured that Andrew will answer your call any time of the day or night, weekends or holidays. He puts 100% into every case and fights tooth and nail for every client. He is knowledge, professional, and simply gets the job done!
Daniel Hronek, Animal law Attorney on Jul 27, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Andrew Weisberg professionally for over 8 years, and he is one of the most intelligent and knowledgeable defense attorney's I've met. He is an amazing advocate for his clients, and he will aggresively defend his clients both in and out of court. Mr. Weisberg has never been afraid to take a case to trial, and he has always been a relentless defender of his clients' rights. I endorse Andrew as a highly effective criminal defense attorney.
Steven Haney, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 26, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew is an outstanding attorney who is well respected by his fellow lawyers.
Abosede Odunsi, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 25, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew is an excellent attorney. Over the past seven years I have worked with Andrew and referred clients to him. Andrew is extremely intelligent, talented, hard working and kind. He is a lawyer's lawyer. Any client that works with him should rest assured that they are represented by the very best.
David Freidberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 20, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mr. Weisberg for quite awhile now and can personally vouch for his knowledge and integrity.
Jason Kopec, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 6, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Andrew is a very tough criminal defense attorney. As a prosecutor I never liked to see him on the other side of one of my cases because he knows how to find the problems in the state's case and use them to his client's advantage.
Jeffrey Kent, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 6, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I highly endorse Andy's work. Andy is an extremely hard working and dedicated attorney. As a former prosecutor Andy brings a wealth of experience to the table. He is there for his clients.
Purav Bhatt, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 17, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It's always been a pleasure practicing both against and with Andrew. When I was a prosecutor, Andrew was always a gentleman and approached cases honestly and intelligently. He is generous with his time and knowledge and I look forward to working with Andrew in the future.
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