Free Consultation
$0 first 15 minutes
John Dimitrios Ioakimidis
also known as John D. Ioakimidis
About John
Biography
I value my clients and aggressively defend their rights. I strive to resolve issues quickly with the least amount of expense. Usually, by the end of the case, my clients consider me not only as their lawyer, but also as their friend.
I am licensed to practice in all Illinois Courts, the US Court of Appeals -7th Circuit, and before the United States Supreme Court.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Bankruptcy and Debt
100%
31 years | 700 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Illinois for 31 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
John Ioakimidis, Esq.
Triangle Plaza- West Tower - Near O'Hare Airport, 8700 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 1300, Chicago, IL, 60631
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
John Dimitrios Ioakimidis's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
I highly recommend John. He is very knowledgeable and cares about his clients. A friend recommended him and I am so glad I took my friends advice. He was able to get me off a serious conviction.
Posted by Diego | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
John is the Attorney you want by your side
It was my first time hiring a defense attorney for 2 cases I had. One for a pending suspension on my driving liscense for driving without car Insurance & second one for retail theft. The outcome for both were awsome not only did John stop the suspension on my driver liscense I even got a refund from ...
Posted by John | October 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The highest integrity and knowledge with genuine empathy
Simply John literally stood by me as my daughter testified against me for attempting to hold my dog. I stood there and watched my precious daughter rip me and John made sure I did not lose even more dignity by collapsing. He even approached my other daughter to help stop the insane alienation inflict...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2015
Helped me clear my criminal record
This law firm helped me expunge a criminal record that was preventing me from getting hired. I was told by a different law firm that my record could not be expunged. After hearing this, I was about to give up on getting my record cleared. However, I luckily got a second opinion, and the law firm o...
Posted by David | November 6, 2014
Legal Defenders PC
I was charged with Forgery, a Class 3 Felony. I thought I was doomed. After hiring John, I received TASC probation and my case was dismissed after satisfactory completion of drug treatment (Which I seriously needed). John knows the legal system and the right people in it to get his clients a fair sen...
John Dimitrios Ioakimidis's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is an outstanding attorney who zealously and passionately represents his clients in a professional manner!"
"I endorse this lawyer. John's advice is thoughtful and thorough."
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Loakimidis is a skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."
"John is a knowledgable attorney and offers thoughtful and practical advice in response to criminal law questions. I would highly recommend his services to anyone seeking high quality and zealous representation."
"John came to my attention here on Avvo. He offers thorough and detailed legal information very helpful to people seeking guidance here. I also see he has an impeccable reputation in his community, both among clients and colleagues. I would not hesitate to send someone to him for help."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Loakimidis is a well respected and valued member of the legal community. Highly recommend"
"I know this attorney through the Avvo community and having observed his client reviews and answers to all manner of questions posted, I endorse this attorney as he has a thorough knowledge of the law and is well respected and a great asset to the legal community."
"I know attorney John Loakimidis through the Avvo community. Having reviewed his written materials and experience, I would certainly recommend him. His detailed responses and thorough explanations provided in Avvo displays his vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community.I endorse this lawyer"
"I am familiar with John Loakimidis through the AVVO community of attorneys. Based upon my review of his answers to questions, endorsements by other attorneys and positive reviews by his clients, it is without hesitation that I endorse John Dimitrios Loakimidis as a top-shelf criminal defense attorney."
"Attorney Ioakimidis has a profound understanding of criminal defense and is a passionate, zealous advocate. I endorse Attorney Ioakimidis."
"Attorney Ioakimidis has a strong knowledge of the law as reflected by his Avvo posts. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He had provided an Outstanding analysis and answers on several issues that I have taken note of and he is highly respected among his peers as a leader in his field."
"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. John is a great attorney and an even better man. I've known him for many years personally and professionally; he is of the highest professional and personal integrity. I would not hesitate to hire John as my personal attorney, nor would any other lawyer that I know; he is truly a lawyer's lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an exceptional attorney who never forgets his clients best interests."
"I have known John for over 20 years. John is one of the most knowledgeable and responsible attorneys that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. John is that rare attorney who really cares for his clients. He is knowledgeable and knows his way around the courtroom. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I strongly recommend John Ioakimidis."
"I have worked with John for over ten years. He is an excellent attorney who aggressively fights for his clients. John is well known in the field and possesses the intellect, maturity and refined courtroom skills that assure that his clients are in good hands. Most importantly, I believe John to be an individual of impeccable integrity. John has my highest recommendation."
Mary Neal
Immigration lawyer
Benjamin Lawson
DUI and DWI lawyer
Jerome Matthews
Criminal defense lawyer
Richard Rosenstein
Car accident lawyer
Eid Qaqish
Criminal defense lawyer
Philip Rosmarin
Criminal defense lawyer
J. Denise Carter
Criminal defense lawyer
Kevin Seibert
Divorce and separation lawyer
Ashkan Yekrangi
Criminal defense lawyer
Raymond Grimes
Personal injury lawyer
Joseph Cella
Immigration lawyer
David Freidberg
Criminal defense lawyer
Aaron Harper
Criminal defense lawyer
Louis Pissios
Criminal defense lawyer
Omer Jaleel
Criminal defense lawyer
Dimitrios Dimeas
Criminal defense lawyer
Richard Fonfrias
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Rated as Superb Attorney, Avvo
2014
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Rated as Excellent Attorney, Avvo
1990
Graduate Scholarship, Northeastern Illinois Univeristy
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney / Partner, Legal Defenders, P.C.
1995 - 2004
Attorney / Partner, Chicago Lawyers Group, PC
Associations
2008 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
1994 - 2017
American Bar AssociationMember
1993 - 1994
Hellenic Bar Association at WMU Cooley Law SchoolPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. B.R.
Case Dismissed
State V. DO
Felonies reduced to a single misdemeanor without a criminal conviction.
State of Illinois V. ND
DUI charges reduced / Drivers License Reinstated
State v. GC
Record Expunged over State's Objection
State of Illinois v. DD
Felony Case Dismissed / No Record
State of Illinois v. QM
Case Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing
416 F.3d 618: Ronald Belda, Debtor-appellant, v. Marilyn O. Marshall, Trustee-appelle
Case Moot
Education
1997
Northeastern Illinois University
Master of Arts
1994
Western Michigan University - Thomas Cooley Law School
Juris Doctor
1990
Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts
1986
Lane Tech High School
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2008
Lincoln Park High School
Criminal Law Issues
2007
Mayor Daley's Kid Start Program
Criminal Law issues
Publications
2014
Legal Defenders, PC
Chicago Criminal Attorneys Blog
2014
Legal Defenders Blob
Second Chance Probation - A Primer
2012
Legal Defenders Blog
TAN Card and Concealed Weapons in Illinois
2012
Legal Defenders Blog
Cook County Felony Deferred Prosecution Program
2011
Chicago Area Criminal Defense Attorneys
Chicago Police Posting Pictures Online
2011
Chicago Criminal Area Attorneys
TASC and Drug Probation - A Primer
Languages
English
Greek
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get in trouble for missing court cause I was in the hospital?
05 Jun 2018
Q&A
Can my son be charged w breaking an entering if a door was left open by his friend who lived there while parents were away?
01 May 2015
Q&A
I was recently arrested for retail theft, should I pay the amt. of the civil letter relief which is 225.00 before I go to court?
03 Jun 2014