Todd Michael Goebel

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Todd Michael Goebel

also known as Todd M. Goebel

4.9
71 reviews
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Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Springfield, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Business ... +6 more

1231 S 8th St, Springfield, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Todd

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Business 12%

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Criminal Defense 12%

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DUI and DWI 12%

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Landlord or Tenant 12%

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Lawsuits and Disputes 12%

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Probate 12%

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Real Estate 12%

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Speeding and Traffic Ticket 12%

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Other 4%

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Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2017 2016
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 24 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2001

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Gates, Wise, Schlosser & Goebel

1231 S 8th St, Springfield, IL, 62703-2516

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Todd Michael Goebel's Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 24 reviews | Case Results

Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Best in the area!

5 stars and excellent is an understatement!! I was in a nasty jam to say the least. I'd hire Mr. Goebel again in a heartbeat if I ever needed a gladiator on my side. If you are ever in a bad situation I highly suggest you contact this man immediately. If very professional, straight to the point, resp...ectful, and timely response every step of the way paired with a great outcome is what you're after look no farther. Not enough stars to place a rating on the service that was provided!! Best decision I ever made!!

Posted by David | September 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best Around

Very professional and quite possibly the best in the business Todd does not like to lose and from what I experienced I do not believe he ever will. Against all statistical odds Todd was able to do what most lawyers were not able to do for me when it came to my case. 1. He won. 2. He showed time and t...ime again that he actually cares about what he does and not just about the money that comes with the job. He is a very honest and straight forward man who showed me undeserved and unparalleled respect when it came to fighting for me to get my work permit after receiving my 2ND D.U.I. I would recommend with the upmost seriousness hiring Todd. There is no better lawyer to be handling a case with such a potentially large impact on somebodies life. Thank you Todd. Me and my family are more grateful than you will ever know. Great lawyer. Great man.

Posted by Marcos | September 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Violation

Todd M. Goebel got me through a rough and scary time in my life, his help was a great feeling of hope for me and my family when our options appeared limited, I was worried we would lose everything because of a traffic violation but Todd not only was able to defend me but offered emotional stability t...o myself and those I care about most, and got a satisfactory resolution. He kept me informed throughout the process and did not only build a strong case but also followed up and supported the case and myself all throughout. I hereby recommend Todd M. Goebel without reservation. Thank you, Todd!

Posted by LEE | July 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing 110% Satisfied

Hiring Todd Goebel to represent me in a very, very difficult legal matter was one of the best life decisions I have ever made. Mr. Goebel is one of the best if not the best in his field with his knowledge, experience and work ethic. He treats you with respect and gets the job done!! Mr. Goebel had me... soo prepared for everything. We had to be perfect to even have a chance at winning and we did it with Todd's expertise. I know no other attorney that could have gotten the winning result Todd did. On top of the expert legal work, he also showered me with other little pieces of advice on life and how to handle certain situations as they come up. The respect he showed me as a person, not just another client really puts him and his whole office in another league. If you are ever in need of an excellent professional winning attorney, Please call Todd Goebel. You will be very happy you did!

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI/Drivers License Reinstatement

I hired Todd Goebel to assist me with getting my driving privileges reinstated after losing them because of two DUI’s. Todd was an excellent attorney, I would not hesitate to hire him again or recommend him to anyone in need of a solid attorney. He was diligent, organized, and very responsive when ...I contacted him. Todd and his excellent office staff guided me through the entire process from start to finish, answered all my questions, were extremely helpful and patient. The attorney you choose to represent you makes all the difference in the world. I know that now and am very thankful I hired Todd to help me get my life back on track.

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Anthony Cameron

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He checks all the boxes for legal excellence, but that is just the beginning. He undertakes every case with a goal and a strategy to achieve that goal. He is not afraid to suggest a path with some risk in it, so long as the client buys in. Of the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People," he has 8 o fthem. In High Level Criminal Defense, DUI or License restoration, I refer to him without hesitation."

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Ted Harvatin

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Todd without hesitation. Whenever I have a conflict, I refer the matter to Todd because I know the person will be in good hands."

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Jeffrey Hall

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Todd is very knowledgeable in the area of DUI defense. He consistently answers questions for other attorneys and has helped me on a few answers I was looking for. He has a good reputation in Springfield and is well liked."

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Ronald Hanna

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Todd Goebel. Todd is well respected in the legal community and works hard for his clients to obtain great results. He is intelligent, reliable and down to earth."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Gates Wise Schlosser & Goebel

1900 - Present

Partner, Gates Wise Schlosser & Goebel

Education

2001

Southern Illinois University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

JD

1998

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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