Steven W. Hanna

Steven W. Hanna

4.6
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Moline, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +5 more

1528 6th Avenue, Moline, IL

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

My motto is "When Results Count" I have vast experience and have supporting attorneys and staff to defend the most complex case. We can also efficiently defend smaller cases such as traffic due to the large volume our office handles.

35 years | 50,000 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

"When Results Count" is my motto. I know the laws and the exceptions. I attend cutting edge seminars sevral times a year to keep current on scientific and other available defenses. I evaluate every case to determine the best defense available under the circumstances. I present the various options to the client and together we select the defense strategy which best suit the facts and client's needs.

35 years | 20,000 cases

30%
Violent Crime 10%

As with other types of crimes, the level of punishment or the type of charge is dependent on the circumstances. Violent crimes can be complex, compared to most crimes, the penalties for violent crimes can be extreme.

35 years | 500 cases

10%
White Collar Crime 9%

White Collar Crime is a serious offense, going it alone or with an attorney who is ill experienced could make a tremendous difference in the outcome of your case. You could also lose your professional license, or greatly damage your reputation.

35 years | 500 cases

9%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 8%

Attorney Steve Hanna has a remarkable amount of experience in Illinois Driver's License Reinstatement cases.

35 years | 5,000 cases

8%
Expungement 5%

If you were previously arrested or convicted of a crime, an expungement lawyer can help you remove those charges or seal your record from public view. This can be beneficial for both your professional and personal life, and a lawyer with experience i

28 years | 1,000 cases

5%
Federal Crime 5%

Licensed in Illinois, Iowa and Federal Courts

35 years | 200 cases

5%
Sex Crime 3%

As with other types of crimes, the level of punishment or the type of charge is dependent on the circumstances. Violent crimes can be complex, compared to most crimes, the penalties for violent crimes can be extreme.

35 years | 100 cases

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 35 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1990

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 35 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 1990

Relinquished

No misconduct found

Location

Hanna & Ruud, LLC Attorneys at Law

1528 6th Avenue, Moline, IL, 61265

Law Offices of Steven W. Hanna

125 North Prospect St, Cambridge, IL, 61238

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Steven W. Hanna's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst attorney you can get

Scam artist don’t hire him he will take your money and you will never see him he has office doors locked for a reason, for people who want answers and there refund.

Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

All lies just wants your money

Hannah is all lies and is over priced he gets your money then does not do anything he says. Will not return calls and then dumps you and walks away from the case at the last minute. His license should be pulled. Paid to go to trial then he refused. Of course will not give me any of my money back. ...Go with a PD you'll get better results. He also will not show up to court he will send someone else.

Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Suspended,Revoked License,Felony Sealment

I hired Hanna And Rudd in March,2016.That being said,I received the Email on the seal,yesterday.As for my License, I have been driving with a License, Cleared from Illinois since Nov.2017. Yes,it did take longer than I would have liked it to,I had to take into consideration all of the people they as ...a Law firm had to talk to, to try to figure out how to do this right,since I live out of State.Such as Evaluations and A Out Of State Packet.Got A Evaluation in my State and it was not cheep,and sent it in and Hanna,since that was what they told me to do.Hanna told me it wasnt good enough,The state would deny me and found a awesome guy to do this for me in Illinois.He Knew the Laws,is great at what he does and was a pleasure to meet.Hannah and Rudd did for me what they said they would do and what I have hired other Lawyers, who only took some of my money,and did nothing for me since 1991.This has been a long road for me, and I am so glad that that road is at a new beginning.Chris is awesome,was always there to answer my questions,and call me back,or email me with a answer.Thank You So Much,Hanna&Chris.

Posted by anonymous | December 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

License Reinstatement

Steve did an amazing job and his staff was with us every step of the way and helped explain the process to us so their were no suprises.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My Elderly Father

My elderly father was beside himself related to difficulties around an accident in which he was involved. Steve Hanna was recommended to represent my father. His fee was VERY fair, the results were exactly what we had hoped. Everything was handled very efficiently and with kindness. And we are ve...ry grateful.

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Steven W. Hanna's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Franks

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Friend

"I met Attorney Steven Hanna three years ago while attending a national seminar on DUI defense. Since then, Attorney Hanna and I have attended several other national level criminal law and DUI defense seminars throughout the country. I was, and am, impressed with his focused commitment and energy in learning and mastering the scientific issues regarding the highly-complex field of DUI defense, as well as the trial skills necessary for strong advocacy. We consult with one another regarding various administrative, procedural and substantive law issues in connection with DUI defense. If you are facing a criminal defense or DUI defense issue in the Moline, Illinois area, Steve Hanna is the attorney to contact!"

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Jonathan Ruud

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Steve for the past three years and have found his knowledge of the law, trial skills, tactics, and general approach to criminal cases to be excellent. Sometimes cases are won through a vigorous defense. Sometimes they are won through skillfull negotiation. Steve knows which approach to employ, and when, to achieve the best results. The laws relating to criminal defense seem to change daily. Steve works very hard to keep up to date on the current state of the law by attending numerous cutting edge seminars on a wide variety of issues relating to criminal defense and DUI's. Having a frim grasp of the nuances between the law yesterday and the law today can mean the difference between a case being dismissed and a client going to prison. If I were to ever be in trouble with 'the law', I would want Steve Hanna in my corner."

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Hanna is a very skilled and qualified litigator of the highest order. His ability to advocate effectively for his position is remarkable. His reputation for achieving great results for the citizen accused by the government of a crime precedes him. His reputation for excellence in all matters is a hard earned national one. This reputation far exceeds the bounds of his state as evidenced by this lawyer from Central Pennsylvania not only knowing of him but in that I can personally attest through first hand observation his high level of proficiency in litigation and in the defense of the citizen accused. Superior, fantastic and skilled. He is the one I would put in my corner every time."

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David Hoover

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Hanna and I have attended several recent national seminars focused on DUI Defense issues. He is one who strives to maintain the highest level of education with respect to the numerous technical and scientific aspects of this highly specialized area of the law. In addition, Attorney Hanna is a skilled trial advocate. This combination makes him an easy choice when deciding on a criminal defense attorney. I recommend him without hesitation."

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David Franks

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2014

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2013

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2012

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2011

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2010

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2010

Top Lawyers, Chicago Lawyer Magazine

2009

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2009

Top Lawyers, Chicago Lawyer Magazine

2008

Leading Lawyers, Fellow Attorneys and Peers

2008

Top Lawyers, Chicago Lawyer Magazine

2007

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2007

Top Lawyers, Chicago Lawyer Magazine

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Managing Partner, Hanna & Ruud, LLC Attorneys at Law

1988 - 1995

Associate, Bozeman, Neighbour, Patton, Noe

Associations

2010 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

Leading Lawyers, NACDL, NCDD

Reognized as TOP Attorney in Illinois

2007 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

1991 - Present

Scott County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Rock Island County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Illinois v. Gonzalez

DISMISSAL

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Education

1990

Saint Louis University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

St Ambrose University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1984

Blackhawk College

Associates Degree

Speaking Engagements

2011

Law School

Criminal Procedure

2010

Law School

University of Iowa

Publications

2011

Westlaw Illinois v Smith

Languages

English

Activity

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