W. Scott Hanken's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

185 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 52 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyer. Very knowledgeable about CDL holders

Got a speeding ticket in my personal vehicle well over posted speed. After talking with Scott Hanken about being a CDL holder, he understood the importance of the points going on my CSA. Hired Scott and he represented me in court and got ticket knocked down to a non-moving violation. Highly Recommend... Scott Hanken.

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W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

For a CDL holder, a speeding violation in a personal vehicle carries consequences that go far beyond a simple fine — CSA points, commercial driving record impacts, and the very real threat to a professional license are exactly what W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law understands how to address strategically. Reducing that citation to a non-moving violation was the critical outcome needed to protect your CSA score and keep your commercial driving career on solid ground, and that is the kind of result-focused representation I bring to every CDL-related case in the Sangamon County court system. With more than 35 years of legal experience in Springfield, Illinois, W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has the courtroom knowledge to recognize how a single traffic conviction can cascade into serious professional consequences for commercial drivers — and how to prevent it. I appreciate the recommendation and am glad we were able to protect what matters most — your livelihood.

Posted by Janet | May 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Great service

I got a ticket for speeding. I’m from out of town and was unable to attend court. I got a quick response when I called the firm. Gave me precise information on how it would be handled. They went to court and I’m very happy with the outcome.

W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

Handling traffic citations for out-of-town clients who cannot appear in court is a practical reality that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law is well-equipped to manage — and ensuring that distance never compromises the quality of your representation or the clarity of your communication is a standard I take seriously. Appearing in the Sangamon County court system on behalf of clients throughout Illinois and beyond means that a speeding ticket never has to disrupt your schedule, your travel, or your driving record when experienced local legal counsel is handling it on your behalf. That quick response you received from the first call forward reflects the responsiveness W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has built its reputation on throughout more than 35 years of legal practice in Springfield, Illinois. I am glad the outcome met your expectations and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience from afar.

Posted by Michael | April 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney

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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W. Hanken

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

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

W. Hanken

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 Chris | April 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Scotts Law charge dismissed!

Could not be happier with Mr Hanken's service. I was charged with a Scotts Law violation and Mr Hanken got the charges dismissed completely! The entire staff was very professional, Mr Hanken is very knowledgeable and he was very well priced. 5/5 stars.

W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

A complete dismissal of a Scott’s Law violation is a significant win — Illinois Move Over Law charges carry steep fines, a mandatory license suspension, and serious points against your driving record, and eliminating that exposure entirely is the precise outcome W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law fights for on behalf of every client facing a traffic citation in Springfield, Illinois. Scott’s Law enforcement has intensified considerably throughout Illinois in recent years, and navigating those charges successfully before the Sangamon County court system requires both a thorough understanding of the statute and the kind of courtroom experience that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has built over more than 35 years of legal practice since 1989. I am also glad to hear that every member of the staff reflected the professionalism this office holds itself to — that consistency from first contact through final resolution is something W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law takes great pride in delivering at every level. Thank you for the kind words and the five stars — it was a pleasure protecting your record and your driving privileges.

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