W. Scott Hanken's Reviews

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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

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Replied last May 27, 2026

Protecting your career and your family’s future is exactly the kind of high-stakes criminal defense work that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has been dedicated to for over 35 years in Springfield, Illinois. Referrals from trusted family and friends are the highest compliment a criminal defense attorney can receive, and I do not take lightly the trust placed in me when so much is on the line. Every criminal case I handle in the Sangamon County court system — whether it involves serious felony charges, DUI representation, or career-threatening criminal charges — is approached with the full weight of my experience as both a former Assistant State’s Attorney and a seasoned defense lawyer. It is deeply rewarding to know that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law was able to deliver the result you and your family needed. I wish you all the best going forward.

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.

W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

A complete dismissal of a CDL overweight ticket is the outcome every commercial driver deserves when the right legal strategy is applied, and it is exactly the result W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law fights for on behalf of drivers throughout Springfield, Illinois and the surrounding region. Protecting a commercial driver’s license means protecting a livelihood, and I treat every CDL traffic citation — from overweight violations to hours-of-service infractions — with the same serious attention I bring to any case handled through the Sangamon County court system. I am also proud to acknowledge Carrie, whose commitment to keeping clients informed and supported from start to finish reflects the standard of service W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law holds itself to. Thank you for trusting my office with something as important as your CDL, and I wish you many safe and successful miles ahead.

Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

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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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 anonymous | July 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Wonderful, Down-to-Earth, Professional Attorney

I am 1,000% happy with my choice to hire Scott Hanken to represent me. I was stopped at a road block after a wedding and was issued a DUI. I called Scott a couple days later and he immediately took action. When meeting with him, he made me feel comfortable and confident that I was in the right hands.... Being my first DUI, I was terrified. But, Scott really ensured me that he would do everything in his power to help me. Needless to say, he is WORTH EVERY PENNY! I will not have a conviction on my record after 12 months of supervision, fines, and courses fo complete. He is a very sarcastic, funny, and welcoming individual and I immediately trusted him! I HIGHLY recommend this man to represent you. We all make mistakes, and he can definitely help fix them. :)

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Replied last May 27, 2026

A first DUI charge at a roadblock is one of the most frightening legal situations a person can face, and the fact that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law was able to secure a court supervision outcome — meaning no conviction on your permanent record — is precisely the kind of result that experienced DUI representation in Springfield, Illinois can make possible. Illinois court supervision on a first-offense DUI is not guaranteed, and protecting a client’s record through every available legal avenue is the standard W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has delivered for clients throughout the Sangamon County court system for more than 35 years. I am glad the consultation put you at ease, because confidence between an attorney and client is the foundation of an effective DUI defense strategy — from the first phone call all the way through the final court date. You handled a difficult situation with courage, and it was my privilege to be in your corner. PS: My sarcasm is well earned!

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Recommend this attorney to anybody in need of fantastic representation

100% honesty and professionalism are the best ways to describe my experience with Scott Hanken. Not only did he act diligently in order to ensure that I received the best outcome in my DUI case, but he laid out the entire process to me on the first day and made it extremely easy for me to fulfill the... tasks that he requested of me long before my *single* court date. I would most definitely refer my friends and family to him without hesitation, if they were to end up in a similar situation.

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W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

Transparency from day one is a cornerstone of how W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law approaches every DUI defense case in Springfield, Illinois — because a client who fully understands the process is a client who can actively participate in achieving the best possible outcome. Resolving a DUI case in a single court date through diligent preparation and honest communication is the kind of efficient, results-driven representation that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has delivered throughout the Sangamon County court system for over 35 years. I have always believed that demystifying the legal process is just as important as the courtroom work itself, and knowing that approach gave you clarity and confidence means a great deal to me professionally. Referrals from satisfied clients to their friends and family remain the most meaningful measure of trust a Springfield, Illinois DUI defense attorney can earn, and I do not take that responsibility lightly.

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