W. Scott Hanken

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W. Scott Hanken

also known as Scott

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Springfield, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

1100 South Fifth Street, Springfield, IL

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About W.

Biography

I'm experienced and aggressive and I work tirelessly for my clients.

My mission is to obtain for each and every client the absolute best result achievable.

Every DUI charge is a serious case, and I give my personal attention and focus to every client.

My main goal is to help you keep your license and stay on the road.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 20%

36 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2019
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+ 6
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 36 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1989

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

W. Scott Hanken

1100 South Fifth Street, Springfield, IL, 62703

hankenlaw.com

Online Presence

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W. Scott Hanken's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

180 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 180 reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding!!

I retained Mr. Hanken’s services just a short while ago and went above and beyond, getting my case thrown out very quickly! I couldn’t have been more happy with his services. Stays in touch and helps you not to worry as well. Thanks Scott!!

Posted by Jordan | October 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Scott Hanken THE Best Sangamon County Lawyer

I had a collision in downtown Springfield and received a ticket in the mail weeks later. I was scared & nervous so naturally I procrastinated calling an attorney until 18 hours before my first appearance. Lucky for me, my call was to Scott Hanken. Scott took the call at 4:00 PM, appeared for me th...e next morning at 8:30 AM & had called to tell me the case was dismissed all before lunch that day. They don’t get any better than Mr. Hanken.

Posted by Joe | September 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best and Sharpest defense Attorney in Sangamon County

When I needed a lawyer for a DUI, I knew right a way who to call - Scott Hanken! Scott is “spot on” as soon as you contact him he gets right to work. Scott is very knowledgeable and gets things done quickly and accurately, while always paying attention to details. Scott represents you like nobody els...e can. He fights like hell for you and your rights. Scott is professional and honest too, he doesn’t beat around the bush, you know where you stand. Scott Hanken - The Best in the Business !

Posted by Jack | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

He is a DUI FIGHTING MACHINE

I made a tragic mistake and was referred to Mr. Hanken by family and friends. Thank God I found him! My career was in his hands and he came through in ways I still cannot believe. I will be forever in his debt for the services provided for me and my family. He truly is the best in the business

Posted by ALEXANDRE | August 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Knowledgeable and reliable lawyer. CDL driver recommended

My CDL overweight ticket was TOTALLY DISMISSED! Mr. Hanken is a great lawyer. His legal assistant Carrie always gave me full and updated information. I highly recommend Mr. Hanken as a reliable lawyer for any CDL tickets.

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W. Scott Hanken's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dan Way

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very skilled attorney, well versed in the law, and he achieves great results for his clients."

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Sara Mayo Vig

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Linder

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is an excellent, experienced DUI/DWI attorney and has extensive experience in the criminal law area. I have known Scott for many years and know of his work - he is diligent and conscientious and represents his clients aggressively. He has handled routine matters all the way up to murder trials."

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Brian Dees

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Scott since 1988. His knowledge of law and his keen wit have been his trademarks. His dedication to his clients is surpassed by few, if any. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."

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Dennis O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a previous prosecutor I appreciate a reasonable attorney who can be a strong advocate for his client. Mr. Hanken does not wage unnecessary war when defending a client, but if the circumstances require it he is a formidable adversary. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him for criminal defense, indeed, i have done so."

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Barbara Collins

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ted Harvatin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott gets great results on DUI cases. He does not overpromise what he can do. I receive a lot of calls from people who want to hire me because they are unhappy with their current lawyer. Not ONCE has the lawyer they are unhappy with been Scott."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

BEST ATTORNEY, State Journal Register Reader's Choice Award

2020

BEST LAW FIRM, Illinois Times Best of Springfield

2020

TOP RATED LAWYER, Avvo

2018

Top 10 Attorney - Criminal Defense, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2018

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2015

Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

"10 BEST" Attorneys for the State of Illinois Nominee, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers - Ilinois, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

Top 200 DUI Attoneys - Illinois, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2011

Superlawyer - DUI Law, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer - DUI, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer - DUI, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer - DUI, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer - DUI, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law

1992 - 2011

Attorney/Partner, Rabin, Myers & Hanken, P.C.

1991 - 1993

Public Defender, Sangamon County Public Defender

1989 - 1991

Assistant State's Attorney, Sangamon County State's Attorneys Office

Associations

Sangamon County Bar Association

Member

Capital Litigation Trial Bar Assocation

Member

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - 2005

Sangamon County Bar Association

Past President

1993 - 2005

Sangamon County Defense Bar Association

President

1992 - 1993

Sangamon County Bar Association

Director

1990 - 1991

Sangamon County Bar Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Lash

Natural Life Imprisonment

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Education

1989

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Marquette University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Attorney Continuing Legal Education Gaining the Best Settlement in Auto Injury Cases

2008

Illinois DUI Defense Seminar

Aggravated DUI - Recent Developments

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

W. earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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