Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
20 Client Reviews
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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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State: Illinois
Acquired: 2003
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Communication Style
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 anonymous | January 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
BEST LAWYER IN KANKAKEE COUNTY
I cannot thank Attorney Godin enough for his outstanding support during one of the most difficult times in my life. From our first consultation, he was compassionate, attentive, and patient, answering all my questions and reassuring me about the process. After every call, I felt renewed courage and c...
Posted by Daryl | August 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing professional support and dedication!
I hired Mr. Godin due to a traffic related incident of a serious nature and was referred to him from friends. He immediately was available to meet with me and discuss in detail the process, step by step, and what will happen, and costs involved. He assured me that everything will be ok and we set ...
Posted by Kerri | July 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
5 star Attorney - you need this guy on your side.
FIVE STAR ATTORNEY Jeff Godin represented me in a recent case I had to fight. It was my first time and he did an outstanding job. Jeff tells you exactly how it is, he doesn't sugar coat anything! Which is what people need!! Our first conversation he said we have a great chance at winning even thoug...
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...
"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."
"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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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
2013 - Present
Partner, Godin & Denton, PC
2004 - 2013
Associate, Elliott & McClure, PC
2003 - 2004
Assistant States Attorney, Kankakee County State's Attorney
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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