Elder Granger II

Elder Granger II

also known as Granger & Donahue

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rockford, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +6 more

1 Court Pl Ste 100, Rockford, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 19 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Granger & Donahue

1 Court Pl Ste 100, Rockford, IL, 61101

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Posted by Ebony | May 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

He’s Amazinggggg !

Elder took on my case for agg battery I was in the county for up to 2yrs with a normal public def with more then 25 continued court date Amy hopes were getting low on coming home I was recommended to try drug court as a option and asked my pd about it SHES instantly told me no ! That’s not a option b...ecause my case was violent ! . I fired her and heard how good granger was with his client and will go above and beyond to fight for you so I did just that I called granger up and he instantly knew about my case before he even came and seen me and assured me I will be out within the next few months sure enough he cane to all my court dates and fought for me and about 3mts I was free ! Granger saved my life ! I highly highly recommend him he’s phenomenal!!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Bootcamp

Was out of control. Out on 3 bonds. Was arrested for a new offense that was similar to what I was on probation for and got 5years. And a bootcamp option. Got out in 4months. Good assistance from secretary. Granger was having trouble his self while I was locked down so he knows first hand how the lega...l system operates. all it takes is baseless allegations from a scornful woman and you will be in a whole heap of trouble. helped me get a new lease on life.

Posted by Stephanie | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Happy Girl!

Today has seriously been one of the best days of my life. After having poor representation since my arrest for domestic battery, I hired Elder on the 15th giving him a week to handle my case. He comes off as cool and cocky yet humble. Definitely qualities you want in a lawyer. Everytime I'd go to cou...rt, I would pay attention to the way he worked. How he was in and out of the courtroom talking to his clients as well as the states attorneys as well as how serious he'd take his job. I always wanted to know his name as I wanted his representation. Luckily, after speaking with a friend about my PD's poor performance his name was referred to me. Ater looking him up and recognizing him, I hired him. This afternoon he had me sign a paper releasing my PD and hiring him. He tricked me into believing I was set for trial but went in court and notified the judge he was taking over the case. As he was handing the paperwork to the judge the judge was hesitant and told him he didn't have to allow him to take my case over as it was set for trial twice already by my PD. He told the judge it wasnt going to trial because he was asking for a dismissal but that he was ready any way. The judge said are you sure he says yes I am. He was very confident in himself and after 9 months of dealing with this.. He won me a dismissal on his first appearance alongside me. He also notified me that he had a letter being sent to me for my expungement that I told him nothing of. I was told how awesome he is and referred him to a friend of mine who is also very pleased with him. I'm so happy that I cried after leaving the courthouse. Another thing I want to note is that he has been the only attorney (other was traffic) that sends out courtesy reminders for your upcoming court dates. Awesome man. Awesome character. Awesome representation. His time is valuable and he wastes none of it. He handles his business.

Posted by Marlon | December 07, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Delivered Quickly, Simply Amazing

I had a Public Defender for 8 months. My case was set for trial. I hired Granger 1 week before my trial. He was prepared and had me prepared and ready to go for trial in that short time. I don't know how he does it, but when I went to Court on my trial date my case was Dismissed.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Attorney that cares!

I would like to take this opportunity to recommend Attorney Granger to handle your legal issue. Granger, as most clients call him, demonstrated tremendous expertise and legal skill. Don't know if it is true, but based upon my observations it appeared that he had the best repertoire with the Prosecu...tors and the Judge. After about 7 to 8 months of hard work on my pretty serious case, the overall result was a dismissal today. Could not ask for more.

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Omar Khan

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Elder is a zealous advocate for all his clients. He is willing to go the extra mile."

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Eric Arnquist

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Granger is a fantastic criminal defense attorney. I have worked with Elder for over seven years. He is a gifted trial attorney and a great advocate for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Best Criminal Defense Attorney, Rockford Register Star

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Altamore & Associates, P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

National Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Winnebago County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2019

Winnebago County Bar Association

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Battery Defense

Case Dismissed

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Education

2006

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Northwestern University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

Polish

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