W. Scott Hanken's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

BEST IN ILLINOIS!

Mr. Hanken was phenomenal! He gave it to you straight with no chasers. He also works with you, is patient, and willing to go all out for his clients. I was in a bind and he came through and really helped me out. He is authentic, professional, goes the extra mile, and gets the job done! If you are loo...king for someone who is going to be for you and help you-MR. HANKEN IS THE MAN!

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Replied last May 27, 2026

Straight talk, genuine advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to going the extra mile for every client — that is the approach W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has brought to criminal defense practice in Springfield, Illinois for more than 35 years, and it is gratifying to know that philosophy came through clearly when you needed it most. Whether a client is navigating DUI charges, serious felony criminal charges, or any other difficult legal matter before the Sangamon County court system, my job is to be completely honest about where things stand and then fight with everything I have to move them in the right direction. Authentic, results-driven legal representation is not a slogan at W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law — it is the standard that has defined my practice since 1989 and the reason referrals and recommendations like this one continue to mean so much. It was my privilege to be in your corner, and I am glad we got it done.

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

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Scott is by far the best attorney out there. Not only is he a great attorney but he is a great human being. He truly cares about his clients and does everything in his power to help them with a favorable outcome. For me personally Scott saved myself and my family from what could’ve been a life alteri...ng consequence. His knowledge of the law is nothing short of amazing and his attitude is always positive. I would never hire another attorney if I have a legal issue Scott is the best!

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Replied last May 27, 2026

Standing between a client and a life-altering consequence — for them and for their family — is the most profound responsibility a criminal defense attorney can carry, and knowing that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law delivered when that weight was at its heaviest is the most meaningful measure of this practice’s purpose. That depth of commitment is not something developed overnight; it is the product of more than 35 years of criminal defense experience in Springfield, Illinois, first as a former Assistant State’s Attorney who learned the law from the inside out, and then as a dedicated advocate fighting for clients throughout the Sangamon County court system since 1989. At W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law, genuine care for a client’s future is not separate from legal strategy — it is the driving force behind it, and every case is approached with that conviction regardless of the charges involved. It was an absolute honor to protect your family, and reviews like this one are a powerful reminder of why this work matters.

Posted by Michael | April 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Scott’s Law violation

Hiring Scott Hanken was the best decision ever. I was driving from St. Louis to Chicago and I was pulled over by the State Police in Springfield, IL-Sangamon County. The officer issued me an improper passing of emergency vehicle with court appearance and I live in Chicago. I decided to look online an...d after many great reviews , I contacted Scott’s office. The paralegal Carrie was great explaining what was needed to start the process with the court. The attorney was able to get the ticket dismissed and called me the same day with the news. I appreciate his help and professionalism. He is a lifesaver and extremely recommended. I am so glad I did my research and I found him.

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Replied last May 27, 2026

A complete dismissal of an improper passing of an emergency vehicle citation — a charge that carries serious points, significant fines, and mandatory court appearance consequences in Illinois — is exactly the outcome W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law pursues for every out-of-town client who cannot afford to let a single traffic stop disrupt their driving record or their life. Navigating the Sangamon County court system on behalf of clients traveling through Springfield, Illinois from Chicago, St. Louis, and every point in between is a practical strength W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has developed over more than 35 years of local legal practice, ensuring that distance from the courthouse is never an obstacle to experienced representation. I also want to recognize Carrie, whose clear communication and steady guidance through the intake process reflects the standard of professionalism every client of this office deserves from the very first call. Receiving that dismissal call the same day it happened is the kind of responsiveness I hold myself to, and I am truly glad the research that brought you to this office delivered the result your situation required.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Case Dismissed-and rightfully so!!

Great work by Counselor Hankin to get our son’s bogus ticket dismissed. He was a pleasure to work with and so was his assistant Carrie! Thx again Team Hankin! B. Pegg OFallon MO

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Replied last May 27, 2026

A dismissed ticket is the right outcome when the facts support it, and protecting your son from an unwarranted citation is exactly the kind of straightforward, results-focused representation W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law is committed to delivering for every client — regardless of whether they are local to Springfield, Illinois or traveling through Sangamon County from O’Fallon, Missouri. Families reaching out on behalf of a loved one facing a court appearance place an enormous amount of trust in this office, and knowing that trust was honored with both a dismissal and a positive experience from start to finish means a great deal to me professionally. I am also glad to hear that Carrie’s assistance made the process smooth and reassuring — she is an integral part of the team at W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law and consistently reflects the standard of client care this office stands behind. Thank you to the Pegg family for the kind words and the recommendation all the way from O’Fallon — it was a pleasure working with you.

Posted by Ashley | April 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

To say I am grateful.. would be an understatement. Thank you so much...

I made a bad decision one night and got charged with a DUI. Scott Hanken is absolutely amazing at what he does. He doesn’t mess around and gets things done. He tells you what will happen and what he will do, and is forthcoming and straightforward about everything. An attorney I genuinely trust. He ac...tually ended up getting me an even better plea deal than what was anticipated! He found an issue with the paperwork and made it so that I wouldn’t have to put a breathalyzer machine put a baiid machine in my car. I also did not have my license suspended. Scott was able to get me just a year of supervision and I literally could not have gotten a better deal! I am so glad I found Scott Hanken and to have him represent me. I am more than grateful .. thank you Scott, you were the man for the job! You went above and beyond and it couldn’t have turned out any better. SCOTT’S THE MAN! If you ever get charged with a DUI or know someone who has.. stop right now and give Scott Hanken’s Law Firm a call. Seriously.. They’re the best, and I wouldn’t go anywhere else! Also, Scott Hanken and his receptionists are very welcoming and kind people. They made me feel right at home and took care of everything. Scott answered all of my questions and more.. I may be rambling now but I’m just so ecstatic about how everything turned out! Thank you so much, for giving me my life back. You have no idea how much what you did means to me and my family.

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Replied last May 27, 2026

A DUI charge that results in no BAIID requirement, no license suspension, and a single year of court supervision — achieved in part by identifying a critical paperwork issue that changed the outcome entirely — is the kind of thorough, detail-driven DUI defense that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has delivered for clients throughout Springfield, Illinois for more than 35 years. That result did not happen by accident; it happened because experienced DUI representation means scrutinizing every document, every procedure, and every detail of how a case was handled from the moment of the traffic stop forward — and that is precisely the standard W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has upheld in the Sangamon County court system since 1989. Knowing that you and your family can move forward without a suspended license, without a breathalyzer interlock device, and with your future intact is the most rewarding outcome a DUI defense attorney can deliver, and your gratitude genuinely means the world to me and everyone in this office. It was an absolute privilege to be the attorney you trusted with something this important — now go live your life to the fullest.

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