Donald B. Delbert

Donald B. Delbert

4.8
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 44 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Oregon, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family

101 North Seventh Street, Oregon, IL

About Donald

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

From speeding tickets to murder trials. I bring 33 years of experience help to your situation.

45 years

70%
DUI and DWI 20%

Defense of the dui, challenging the summary suspension, conducting jury trials and reinstatement of driving privileges at the Secretary of State hearings.

45 years

20%
Family 10%

Divorce, legal separation, paternity, custody, child support and visitation issues.

45 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 44 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1981

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Donald B. Delbert

101 North Seventh Street, Oregon, IL, 61061-1331

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Donald B. Delbert's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

I thought I lost it all.

I was caught speeding on my motorcycle going 103 MPH in a 55 on North avenue in Ogle County. This is a class A misdemeanor criminal charge. This was a big deal for me becasue I am a truck driver and if I lost my driving privelage, I would be put out of work. I called Mr. Delbert and he listened to wh...at happened without judging me. I felt embarrassed to call in at first but he heard what I did, explained the trouble that I'm in and immediately gave me a strategy about how we will fight this case. He treated me like a freind every time we spoke. In the end get this.. No driving school. No community service. No suspension of my license. No criminal conviction. All I got was a $750 ticket and some supervision. Once the supervision ends it's like this never happened. Before I hired Mr. Delbert the prosecuter basically told me I'm looking at a Class A Mosdemenor and up to 365 days in jail and he wouldn't budge to drop it. After I got help from Mr. Delbert like I stated above was a day and night difference. My recommendation to anyone that has any traffic case even minor always call a lawyer and never deal with the prosecuter yourself. They are not your freind and not on your side. I own my own semi truck and if I lost my ability to drive, I would literally go bankrupt as I am still paying off my truck. Mr. Delbert stood strong and did not accept any lowball deal they threw at us and he saved me and my family from financial ruin. This case to me wasn't just fighting a speeding ticket, this case determined the future for me and my family. I owe you everything Mr. Delbert, you are a true man of class, thank you.

Posted by Mary | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional Attorney

I recently had a family law situation that required a lawyer. I did not have an attorney; in thinking about choosing one I recalled meeting Donald Delbert at a local auto body shop we just happened to be at on the same day. I instantly liked the man, he chatted freely with patrons and was a very inte...resting individual; he was friendly,articulate, seemed genuinely interested in listening to others talk. So, now years later, I felt comfortable calling Donald and explaining my case. He took my case and promised to do everything in his power to get me a positive outcome. He is straight-forward, able to read people, and very intelligent. I was kept apprised of dates, status, and ideas to consider and was always treated with the utmost respect. He is a Professional at every turn. I am very happy to say Mr.Delbert delivered his promise- A Very Positive Outcome. I would highly recommend Mr.Donald Delbert to anyone in need of a top notch attorney! He is not only a superb lawyer , but, a genuinely good human being. It was a pleasure to have had him represent me and an honor to have gotten to know this fine gentleman. Great Job Don ! Thank You Very Much !

Posted by Kyle | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney

I came to Don looking for assistance with hiring an attorney due to a recent arrest. From the first conversation with him, I knew that Don would be my attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and willing to get the process started immediately. Don wasted no time with setting motions in place and worki...ng with the other side for a favorable outcome. Don does not hesitate or waste your time as well which is extremely valuable in circumstances such as these. Don provided outstanding legal advice and support as well during a very difficult time for me. Don is very highly respected by everyone and that shows because of his character and ability to work with the other side. Personally, I would look no further than Don if your circumstances need an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Be Aware

I hired Don Delbert to represent me in a custody case. I paid him his retainer of $2000. He never filed one motion,not one hearing. He read e-mails and sent me another bill with still never filing any motions nor talking in the court room for more than 2 min. I paid him another $1050 and 2 weeks late...r he withdrew from the case 2 days before my hearing was set for possibly one of the biggest days of my life. (Possibly being granted custody of my 2 loves of my life). Beware everyone

Donald Delbert

Replied last April 15, 2017

I am not in the business of making my clients angry. I work very hard for my clients. This is so unfair and untrue. I went to court six times and had at least eight telephone conferences with you. Much of your bill was in response to pleadings filed by the guardian ad litem. You failed to pay me as you agreed in the Retainer Agreement so therefore I did withdraw. I wasn't fired. Please read my other reviews.

Posted by Linda | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Very helpful....

Mr. Delbert is my son's attorney and I have met with him and spoke to him on the phone several times. He has always been very professional and helpful. He has always returned phone calls promptly and answered all my questions. Would definitely call him again if needed.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Associations

1996 - Present

Ogle County Bar Association

Member

Education

1981

The John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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