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Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Aaron Goldstein for more than 10 years. He is still one of the sharpest attorneys in the business. Aaron is truly dedicated to defending the rights of the accused. I endorse Aaron as one of the best attorneys in the practice of criminal defense and civil rights."
Civil rights Attorney | Jun 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have know Aaron going back to around 2003 when we battled it out as prosecutor and public defender. Aaron has always been an excellent attorney with a great attitude. He really cares about his clients and that shows in his work. Aaron has a great deal of experience and I would recommend him to those in need of a criminal defense lawyer in the Chicago area."