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Jeffrey Ryan Hall

DUI and DWI Attorney at Peoria, IL

4.9   106 reviews
  • Licensed for 17 years
    State IL
    Acquired 2005
    Status
    Active and Authorized to Practice Law No misconduct found

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About Jeffrey

Learn Jeffrey’s areas of practice.

3
Practice areas
  1. DUI and DWI
    45%
    Mr. Hall gained experience as a gifted trial attorney winning most of his trials he took before a judge or jury. Mr. Hall also concentrates his practice primarily in areas of Criminal Law, DUI/DWI/Traffic law, Driver's License Reinstatements, in addition to Business Law, Estate Planning, and Family Law, dealing with divorce, child custody related matters, as well as visitation issues.

    18 years, 900 cases

  2. Criminal defense
    40%
    Jeffrey R. Hall has practiced law since 2004, concentrating in the area of Criminal Law, working as an Assistant State's Attorney in Tazewell County. Prior to that service, Mr. Hall worked as an intern/clerk at the venerable law firm of Miller, Hall & Triggs where he handled matters in Real Estate and Business. As an Assistant State's Attorney, Mr. Hall prosecuted in the traffic and misdemeanor divisions, as well as the Felony Traffic Division.

    18 years, 850 cases

  3. Speeding and traffic ticket
    15%

    18 years, 2,000 cases

Practice Regions/Counties:  Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, McLean, Marshall, Putnam, Mason, & Bureau.

 

Jeffrey R. Hall has practiced law since 2004, concentrating in the area of Criminal Law, DUI/DWI and Traffic Law.  He began working as an Assistant State's Attorney in Tazewell County, IL.  Prior to that service, Mr. Hall worked as an intern/clerk at the venerable law firm of Miller, Hall & Triggs, LLC where he handled matters in Real Estate and Business.  As an Assistant State's Attorney, Mr. Hall prosecuted in the traffic and misdemeanor divisions, as well as the Felony Traffic Division.

 

Mr. Hall gained experience as an aggressive trial attorney winning most of his trials he took before a judge or a jury.  With that experience, he started the law firm Hall, Owens & Wickenhauser, LLC in 2008.  After restructuring, he and fellow law school classmates Fadi B. Rustom and Michael S. Fritz, formed Hall, Rustom & Fritz, LLC where they vigorously represent clients' interests in numerous areas of law, concentrating in Business & Corporate Interests, Estate Planning and Administration, Divorce, Support & Child Custody, Criminal, DUI, Traffic, Criminal Record Expungements and Driver's License Reinstatements after Revocation.

 

Learn more about HALL, RUSTOM & FRITZ LLC at www.centralillinoislawyers.com

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316 SW Washington Street
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Peoria, IL, 61602

Reviews

4.9 / 5.0
  106 customer reviews
Posted by Matthew | March 16, 2023
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Outstanding attorney
I was pleased with how Mr Hall operated straight up guy ,outstanding work from his intelligence very knowledgeable ,communicated with me during the entire process was overall pleased with his work if you need legal help for whatever reason get ahold of him.
Posted by Jeff | December 2, 2022
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Awesome Lawyer
Hired Jeff Hall for what originally was supposed to be a simple change through the circuit clerk’s office. Was discovered that they had convicted me of a felony in traffic court witch I had plead guilty to a misdemeanor. This went undiscovered for 30 years. Thanks to Jeff and his team they not only got it straightened out but got it completely expunged!! Highly recommended him very professional and stays in contact with his clients.
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Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2022
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Excellent Revocation Attorney!
When my (now) husband was in his early twenties (25+ years ago) he made the poor choice to drive intoxicated that resulted in the death of his friend, and him being charged with reckless homicide and having his driving privileges revoked. Once he was eligible to have a formal hearing, he was told many times that Illinois is brutal and would probably never reinstate his driving privileges; so, he chose to drive without it for 25+ years leading to multiple driving on a revoked arrests. The timing of his last arrest could not have been worse, as we had just hired Jeffrey and we were working on getting a hearing date. To make things worse the last arrest involved a minor car accident. This put the whole process on hold for 5 years. Once the 5 years was up and we could start the hearing process again, Jeffrey got to work on his very complicated case quickly. He was upfront and honest in the fact that this was going to be challenging, and gave us very real expectations of potential outcomes, he explained that there was a very real chance they would deny him any relief the first time around given his driving record, and if that did happened the steps he would take next. However, because of his hard work, knowledge, and dedication to this case my husband was granted a RDP after the 1st hearing and full reinstated after the 2nd hearing! Words cannot express our gratitude for dealing with this for over the last 7 years!
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Posted by Francisco | August 28, 2021
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Glad I trusted my gut!
I had a serious legal matter involving a teenaged family member which included the potential for long-term detrimental consequences on multiple levels. I live near Chicago and the case was downstate. Many recommended against hiring a Peoria attorney. You can't trust they'll have your interests at heart, they will be disconnected, your case will suffer... After consulting several leads, I knew immediately in discussing the case with Jeff, that we had a trustworthy ally on our side. The process wasn't always perfect, but he and his team were frank, deliberate, and no-nonsense about each step we were to undertake. We were given a wealth of information/knowledge garnered from their prior experiences to study. We followed their lead on strategies to prepare and react to changing case status and they did a fantastic job of keeping us informed. In the end, we received a fair and just outcome. Much better results than we were expecting, and it stands as a sobering second chance for my family, a growing restoration of confidence in our legal system, and the peace of mind knowing we had professionals like Jeff and Chris in our corner defending us - That's is what they do and we are very thankful that we counted on them for representation.
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Posted by Tyler | March 20, 2021
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Happy
Happy I chose Jeff Hall to represent me for a second DUI arrest. From day one Jeff was a straight shooter with me on the outlook of my case ( I was not always happy about this) but also kept hope of the outcome he was working for that would benefit me. He always contacted me and let me know when court dates were being moved and keeping me updated. I had an issue at the start of required treatment, Jeff made a call on my behalf to help straighten things up, this saved me so much time and money. After over a year of stress and uncertainty , Jeff achieved the best possible outcome for my case. I can not express enough gratitude for his help and what he achieved for me. HIGHLY recommend.
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Posted by anonymous | March 3, 2021
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Expungement and Sealing
No word typed here will ever be able to explain the profound level of gratitude that I feel for Mr. Hall. He took my expungement case on very short notice. He was able to fix errors in my attempt to file pro se. He allowed us to keep the court date and corrected the filing error, allowing him to submit the vital documentation needed to make this possible. His level of communication was second-to-none. He reached out with follow-up questions and updates so promptly that it far exceeded my expectations. He texted, called, and emailed documents and information to ensure that I was never left out of the loop. This level of service is unheard of in the legal world. When I told Mr. Hall my story, a very long story of trouble, misdemeanors, felony drug possession, and traffic violations, he was moved. He expressed his passion for helping individuals who wanted to control their lives and stop being held down by the oppression of past mistakes. He followed through on that promise and did so without me ever needing to step foot in the courthouse. Sky’s the limit for me from here. I have applied for my passport. I am in the process of finishing my last year of college, and I'll be teaching abroad in 2022-most likely in South Korea. Me Hall didn't just help me out in court...he helped me gain my life back. The energy that I never could have because of my criminal record acting as a goalie and blocking opportunities, and scaring prospective employers and colleges. I have a considerable burden of life on my shoulders- thanks to Mr. Hall and his associates. If I were going into law- he'd be the one I’d want to learn from! He's a genius.
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Posted by Jamie | January 4, 2021
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Highly Recommend
We were referred to Jeff for our son's out of state DUI. Jeff made sure we had all the right forms and documents filled out properly in order to get his license back. It's a complicated process, and I know we wouldn't have been able to do it ourselves!
Posted by Charlene | January 3, 2021
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Jeffrey Hall ..... thorough, dependable and expedient
Jeffrey Hall researched, analyzed and worked diligently on our son’s case. He proved he is trustworthy and truly dedicated to helping people that are determined to change their life paths. Mr. Hall provides results.
Posted by Scott | November 17, 2020
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Expungement
I would like to leave a review for Jeff Hall. He went over and beyond to help me file for expungement as well as get my felonies taken off my record. For years nobody would take it on or give me answers that meant anything, on overturning my record. He actually took the time to talk to me on the phone and figure out my history and to go in and find out that things were not done correctly in my former case. He went over and beyond to make sure that things were righted after being wrong for so many years. I can thank Mr. Hall now for giving me the opportunity to have my life back and continue to be a contributing member of society, and no longer a felon. I have opportunities that I thought I would never get back, and I have Mr. Hall to thank for that.
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Posted by Megan | October 30, 2020
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All the THANKS in the world is just not enough!! 20+ STARS
We hired Jeff at the beginning of March because my husband lost his license in 2011 ( DUI) and we had a horrible time trying to get it back on our own and couldn't find someone to help us. A family member mentioned his name, I got his number, called that day and a week later we met with Jeff. He is the nicest guy, doesn't judge, makes you feel like you have known him forever, very honest, affordable, and genuinely cares about his clients. After an hour with Jeff we hired him. I was super nervous at the beginning but after talking to Jeff I knew we knew were in good hands. He told us what to do step by step from the beginning, his communication and organization couldn't have been any better. He made the process easy for us and followed everything we told us to do before the hearing. Jeff prepared my husband so well that when he got to the hearing he felt comfortable and ready to go. My husband said that once they got into the room for the hearing, Jeff took control and guided my husband through it all. My husband said that after Jeff starting talking to the officer he knew that everything was going to be ok . After thinking my husband would have to be on probation and possibly have a another BAIID installed (bc his BAC was extremely high), we get a letter today saying his license was fully reinstated with no probation and no BAIID. I was speechless ! We can't thank Jeff enough for everything he has done for us !! It was the best day ever and after 9 years my husband can now drive again !!!!! Thank you Jeff, you are amazing at what you do and we wouldn't have been able to do it without you !! RECOMMENDED !!!!!!
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Posted by James | October 30, 2020
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Best DUI Attorney you could ask for
I contacted Jeff Hall when I had to get ready for my hearing to obtain full reinstatement of my driving privileges. Upon meeting him for a consultation, he had already looked over my file and had a plan that was very detailed and easy to understand. After hiring Jeff he was always available to answer questions or concerns I may have. Jeff also made sure I was fully prepared to go into any court hearing that I had with confidence. He would analyze any documents that were necessary for court and be precise with what was needed for them. After my final hearing he called me moments after I got an email from the state of Illinois to put me on the next steps to finalize the procedure. All in all Jeff Hall treated me like family. There wasn’t a question he didn’t have an answer to and is very passionate about his work. I couldn’t have made a better choice hiring him as my attorney.
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Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2020
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Excellent Traffic Lawyer
I hired Jeffrey Hall for my son who got a hefty speeding ticket. At the beginning, he clearly laid out all the possible outcomes for the case which was extremely helpful for our understanding. Throughout the duration of the case, he gave insightful updates and was always willing to answer any questions or concerns we had. Upon resolution of the case, he got my son a very good deal which was taking the misdemeanor charge all the way down to a petty offense which wont go on his record. Highly recommend for anyone who has any traffic violations in Tazewell County!
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Posted by Ann | October 27, 2020
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Would definitely hire again for any issue we might have.
We hired Jeff to represent our son in the reinstatement of his driver's license. Jeff is very personable and realistic about how good people can make mistakes, learn from them and become better because of their mistakes. He is extremely knowledgeable about the DUI process and how to get the best results for his clients. You won't regret hiring him, we didn't.
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Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2020
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Excellent Choice
Mr Hall was recommended to me by a friend of mine and I am very happy to have found Mr Hall. Jeff helped me through a very difficult time and assisted me professionally and with courtesy. I would highly recommend Jeff to anyone, excellent indeed.
Posted by anonymous | July 2, 2020
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Exceeded expectations
I was recently in an accident and was issued several serious citations, including a DUI. The first question that Jeff asked me in my consultation was “are you ok?” I knew when he asked me he was genuinely concerned and that’s basically how the entire process went. He kept me informed by texts and emails of exactly what I needed to do and when, if I wasn’t sure about something he called me and spent the time to explain things and clarify as needed. He was honest, professional, and personable throughout the entire process. I couldn’t be happier with my choice of council and the outcome was better than I could have imagined. This firm KNOWS what they’re doing and how the system works.
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Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2019
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Without a doubt the best lawyer!
Jeff and his team helped me out through the worst nightmare in my life. I am so thankful that I found him and hired him! It was the best decision! I went to a few different lawyers before I found him and he was the only one that I got the positive vibe from. That he could actually truly help me through my problem. And it was absolutely true! I was in a bad car accident where unfortunately a person passed away. I was in jeopardy of ending up in jail for man slaughter, even though it wasn’t my fault. He was able to completely dismiss the entire case in 10 months. He is very communicative and any questions I’ve had he answered them, and he was very supportive. Trust me if you are in need for a lawyer he is definitely your best option! You won’t make a mistake in hiring him! Thank you Jeff from the bottom of my heart!
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Posted by Stephanie | October 2, 2019
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Great attorney!
Jeff was my attorney for 4 years. After getting my 2nd DUI I began shopping around for someone to represent me. I knew I needed someone young, fresh, and driven. I had about 3 consultations with other attorneys before Jeff and I spoke on the phone. We talked for 15 minutes and I immediately knew this was the guy I needed. My case was a unique one. I had recieved 2 DUIS within a year, and I was in jeopardy of a petition to revoke for the 1st dui. I was looking at serving 60 days and required to have a BAIID machine for 5 years. Over the course of a year Jeff and the states attorney made a deal NOT to revoke me for my 1st DUI. I walked away with 10 days in jail, and he even negotiated to let me serve weekends. Not long after, I hired him for my reinstatement and got my license reinstated within a year and a half. I only had to have the BAIID for a year. I'm 100% confident that had I had another attorney my case would have ended differently.
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Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2019
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Excellent work!
Jeff and the team did a great job throughout the whole process on my case. He explained things very clearly and concisely on my first consultation, and all throughout the process. They made a difficult situation easier to deal with, which is very hard to do! Very quick response to questions, and very thorough answers. Highly recommended!
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Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2019
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My license is cleared!
I finally got my Illinois license cleared and I owe it all to Mr. Jeffrey Hall. He was very thorough and explained everything to me so I would understand the entire process. If you are looking to hire an attorney I would highly recommend him!
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2019
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Excellent service
Jeff helped me resolve a problem that I had for a speeding ticket . Great service and reasonable rates . Would highly recommend their services.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Managing Member
  • Hall, Rustom & Fritz LLC
  • 2008 - Present

Education

  • Southern Illinois University School of Law
  • Juris Doctor
  • 2004
  • Illinois State University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 2002
  • Florida State University
  • Associates' Degree
  • 2000

Legal Cases

  • Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substances (Class 3 Felony)
  • Motion to Quash & Suppress Granted, Case Dismissed
  • Disobeying a Police Officer
  • Full aquittal
  • DUI - Motion to Quash/Suppress Evidence
  • Motion to Quash Granted. Petition to Rescind Granted. Case Dismissed
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Associations

  • Illinois State Bar Association, Criminal Justice S
  • Council Member
  • 2021 - Present
  • Illinois State Bar Association, Traffic Laws and Courts Section
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Peoria County Bar Association
  • Vice Chair - traffic, misdemeanor and small claims
  • 2012 - Present
  • Peoria County Bar Association
  • Vice-Chair of Traffic, Misdemeanor & Small Claims Division
  • 2011 - 2012
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Illinois Super Lawyer
  • Illinois Super Lawyers
  • 2022
  • Illinois Super Lawyer
  • Illinois Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Rising Star
  • Illinois Super Lawyers
  • 2020
  • Rising Star
  • Illinois Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2018
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2017
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2016
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2014
  • 2014 Top 100 Lawyers Under 40
  • American Society of Legal Advocates
  • 2014
  • Summa Cum Laude, Dean's List
  • Department Head of Political Science - Illinois State University
  • 2002
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Publications

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Speaking Engagements

  • DUI & Traffic Law Continuing Legal Education: DUI & Traffic Law Updates - Fall 2013
  • Statutory Summary Suspensions, DUI & Driver's License Issues
  • 2013
  • Peoria County Bar Association
  • Reinstating your Driving Privileges
  • 2012
  • Peoria County Bar Association
  • Issues in Traffic Law
  • 2011
  • Chapter Meetings
  • Protecting your legal interests while in college
  • 2011
  • Bradley University Mock Trial Competition
  • Mock trial judge
  • 2011
  • Tazewell County Bar Association
  • Illinois Traffic Law Changes
  • 2010
  • Illinois State University Mock Trial Competition
  • Mock Trial Judge
  • 2009
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Attorney endorsements

Received (26)
Given (30)
Endorse Jeffrey
Unknown Attorney | Oct 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Jeff to anyone who needs a great lawyer. I've known Jeff for a number of years. I've had the fortune of discussing a variety of legal matters with Jeff. He is a thoughtful advocate who truly cares about his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeff is energized and tackles cases with enthusiasm. He is not afraid to advocate a client's position even in tough cases. He works very hard for his clients and has years of courtroom experience in both prosecution and defense."
Unknown Attorney | May 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Jeff. He fights for his clients. Other lawyers respect his skill and work ethic."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Sep 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"An unusual conversation of intellectual grasp of the material, technical skill and the interpersonal skills to put clients at ease. His City is full of great lawyers but is already recognized as preeminent. He and I call one another to discuss difficult cases and I think I get more than I give. A very bright legal mind."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney | Apr 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Jeff is the go-to guy in the Peoria and Tazewell County area. I am happy to refer my clients to him who need help in those areas."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeff Hall is a top-shelf criminal defense lawyer. Few attorneys are as well respected for their zealous advocacy and creative approaches to criminal defense work than Jeff. He gets great results for his clients and sets a high bar for fellow practitioners."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Oct 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeff Hall is respected among his colleagues for his ability to get great results for his clients. He sits on the Illinois State Bar Association's Traffic Laws Section Council where he helps shape Illinois traffic law. If you need the best defense available in or around Peoria, I suggest you call Jeff Hall. I highly recommend him."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeff is well versed in criminal law and handling drug and traffic offenses. He is very personable and well liked in the community."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 11
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I have known Jeff for over eight years, first as a prosecutor then as a defense attorney. We had many cases against each other while I was a prosecutor, and I always found Jeff to be an incredibly talented attorney who has always had the best interests of all his clients at heart. Those qualities led me to begin working with Jeff at Hall, Rustom, and Fritz in November of 2013. Since that time, I have been highly impressed with his abilities and the time he spends advocating for his clients. I couldn't recommend Jeff any more highly."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Jeffrey. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Smart, capable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Mar 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jeff for many years. One thing sticks out: he is all in when it comes to getting the best result possible for his clients. He has a great deal of energy and is passionate about protecting the rights of those he serves."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Dec 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've referred clients to Jeff in the past. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 24
Relationship: Other
"Jeff is an excellent resource on the ISBA Listserv. I have had the opportunity to correspond with him both on and off the list. He has also carried himself well in court."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeff is a personable attorney. There's little that goes farther than civility in negotiations and Jeff is a leader in that category. Jeff's clients can expect outstanding communication and dedication."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"While I certainly hope never to need him, if I or any of my family members were in any kind of criminal trouble, Jeff would be my first call. Jeff Hall concentrates in all matters of criminal law. He is a former prosecutor and a zealous advocate. He's also a prolific writer, commentator, and a very pragmatic problem solver. He also shows tremendous professional courtesy to other lawyers and he genuinely cares about his clients. I highly recommend him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeffrey is a lawyer's lawyer-- the highest compliment in my book. Jeff and I participate often in strategy sessions, a true mark of a lawyer who works hard for his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've know Jeff for many years. He has the reputation for being an outstanding lawyer in the Peoria community. I think most importantly for many clients, he is an extremely nice person who is very down to earth. His personality allows for a comfortable and pleasant attorney client relationship."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 14
Relationship: Co-worker
"Over the last three years, I've had the distinct pleasure to partner with Jeffrey Hall at Hall, Rustom & Fritz. Put plainly, he does more for his clients than any lawyer I know. He is highly motivated, extremely knowledgeable and very well respected among local prosecutors and judges. He educates his clients, plans a strategy for every case and executes his plan. I have seen it everyday while working with Mr. Hall. If you have a criminal or DUI question, Mr. Hall is the hard-working attorney for you."
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