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Jeffrey Michael Godin
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Biography
Graduate of the Northern Illinois University School of Law 2002
Licensed to Practice Law in the State of Illinois 2003
Served in the United States Army—Member of the Military Police Corp.
Member of:
• The American Bar Association
• Illinois State Bar
• American Association for Justice
• Kankakee County Bar Association
Prior Work Experience:
• Assistant State’s Attorney- Kankakee County State’s Attorney Office (2003-2004)
• Associate with the Firm of Elliott & McClure
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
40%
23 years
Criminal Defense
25%
23 years
DUI and DWI
25%
23 years
Workers Compensation
10%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 22 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Steve | February 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A real person, not just a lawyer!!
Jeff was awesome. Not like other lawyers. Kept me aware of the process, listened to me worry and offered me solutions. We won the case and Jeff was very, very effective, a master at his craft!!
Posted by Jessica | March 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Jeff Godin is the guy you want on your side!
I hired Jeff Godin as my attorney over five years ago and I'm so very glad I did. I've always left his office or finished our phone consultations feeling confident and at ease about my cases. He was able to get me nearly everything I was fighting for. Jeff is very personable, yet very professional...
Posted by Wendy Norton | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly Respected Lawyer!
Jeff Godin has been very pleasant to work with. I've used him a couple of times, and he's been consistent in each of my cases. Jeff has been phenomenal and diligent in resolving my issues. I'm grateful to have found such a tenacious lawyer who will fight for you in the courtroom. I highly recommend J...
Posted by Brooke | September 13, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Experience
My experience with Jeff was absolutely amazing! He was very professional, on top of things, and knew exactly what to do and what needed to be done. My previous attorney had stretched out my case for over 2 1/2 years. I hired Jeff and within 2 months, the job was complete. And in my favor. I would re...
Jeffrey Michael Godin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jeff Godin is known in the county to be one of the top, if not THE top attorney around. He's got a keen legal mind and knows his way around the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a skilled litigator."
"Jeff is a very experienced and professional attorney. He fights for his clients and is very knowledgeable. I have frequently sought his advice regarding difficult legal questions."
"If I needed a lawyer for a DUI or criminal matter (and opted not to have a fool for a client), I would hire Jeff."
"Jeff is a highly effective attorney with many years of experience who is well-respected in the community. I definitely endorse Jeff to handle any criminal, family, and personal injury matters."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Godin & Denton, PC
2004 - 2013
Associate, Elliott & McClure, PC
2003 - 2004
Assistant States Attorney, Kankakee County State's Attorney
Associations
American Association for Justice
American Bar Association
Illinois State Bar Association
Kankakee County Bar Association
Education
2002
Northern Illinois University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Governors State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What are my options and what did I not do to recieve a vacant court supervision notice
22 Oct 2019
Q&A
Can an officer open my brothers package he got in the mail if it's in my car?
22 Oct 2019
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(IL) I am 19. Issued two citations by a Conservation Officer, 1. Being in a state park after hours, 2. Possession of Alcohol.
10 Sep 2013