W. Scott Hanken's Reviews

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181 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kyle | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Had done the impossible!

Scott was without a doubt the best lawyer I could have ask for. He had turned a no win situation in my eyes into a verdict I thought would have been impossible. He was very thorough and walking me through the process of what I needed to do and explained everything in a way that I could understand wit...h no problem. He kept in close contact with me whenever something needed to be updated and explain and made the process simple, even with the pandemic going on. Would recommend 100% for anything. Thank you Scott for all your hard work.

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Replied last May 27, 2026

Transforming what feels like an impossible situation into a favorable verdict is the highest test of what experienced criminal defense representation can accomplish — and the fact that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law was able to deliver that outcome while keeping you fully informed and closely supported throughout every stage of the process, including the unprecedented challenges of practicing law during a global pandemic, speaks to the resilience and commitment this office brings to every case. Walking a client through complex legal proceedings in plain, accessible language is not a courtesy at W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law — it is a deliberate practice built on the belief that an informed client is always better positioned to achieve the best possible outcome before the Sangamon County court system. That philosophy, combined with more than 35 years of criminal defense experience in Springfield, Illinois since 1989, is what allows this office to find a path forward even when the odds appear overwhelming. The hard work is always worth it when a client walks away with a verdict they never thought possible — thank you for trusting me with yours.

Posted by Chenai | March 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

GREAT customer service

My husband had gotten in trouble AGAIN, for the SAME thing he was CURRENTLY on probation for. Scott had already handled that case, from PREVIOUSLY being hired by myself. Low & behold, he came through AGAIN, for a SECOND time, to SAVE THE DAY, & my husband’s probation was EXTENDED an additional 2 yea...rs. ANYONE looking to hire a GREAT lawyer, w/YEARS of experience, I say, CALL Scott ! He’ll work w/you, if money is the issue, he’s 1000% HONEST & STRAIGHT UP ! I don’t think we could’ve gotten better services from ANYONE else ! Thank you, Scott, & keep up the great work !!!

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Replied last May 27, 2026

When a probation violation involving the same underlying offense brings a client back before the court, the stakes could not be higher — and securing a probation extension rather than a revocation and incarceration is exactly the kind of outcome that requires both deep familiarity with the Sangamon County court system and the kind of tenacious criminal defense advocacy W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has delivered in Springfield, Illinois since 1989. Being trusted to handle a second serious criminal matter for the same family is not something W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law takes lightly — repeat clients represent the highest expression of confidence a client can place in an attorney, and that trust is met with the same level of preparation, honesty, and determination every single time regardless of the complexity of the circumstances. I also want to acknowledge that affordability and straight talk about fees are real concerns for real families facing real criminal charges, and this office has always worked to ensure that experienced criminal defense representation remains accessible when it is needed most. Thank you for trusting W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law twice — it was an honor both times, and I wish your family all the best going forward.

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Lawyer

He is a very good lawyer. Made me feel at ease and answered my questions that I had so I can understand. I felt like I was in for a long process but Scott was able to get my case dismissed quickly. Highly recommended.

W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

A swift case dismissal that spares a client from a prolonged legal process is one of the most satisfying outcomes W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law can deliver — and achieving that result efficiently, while ensuring every question is answered and every concern is fully addressed, reflects the standard this office has maintained throughout more than 35 years of legal practice in Springfield, Illinois. Speed and clarity are not mutually exclusive at W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law — experienced familiarity with the Sangamon County court system since 1989 means knowing exactly how and where to move a case forward decisively without sacrificing the client communication that makes the entire process feel manageable rather than overwhelming. I am glad the process felt far less daunting than anticipated and that a dismissal was the outcome — that combination of efficiency, accessibility, and results is precisely what every client who walks through this door deserves. Thank you for the kind words and the recommendation — it was a pleasure representing you.

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Mr. Hanken Takes Care of Business!

I had a significant speeding ticket on my hands and Mr. Hanken took care of everything! I didn't have to stress at all!

W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

Removing the stress of a significant speeding ticket entirely from a client’s hands — and delivering results — is exactly the kind of straightforward, efficient traffic defense that W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has provided to drivers throughout Springfield, Illinois for more than 35 years. A serious speeding violation can carry meaningful consequences for your driving record, your insurance rates, and depending on your license status, your livelihood — and having experienced local counsel familiar with the Sangamon County court system handle every detail on your behalf since 1989 means you never have to walk into a courtroom alone or navigate the process without guidance. That peace of mind is not a byproduct of good representation at W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law — it is a deliberate part of it. Thank you for the trust you placed in this office, and I am glad we could make a stressful situation feel completely manageable.

Posted by Z | February 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

HE IS THE MAN! I had a lot of jail time hanging over my head and he took care of everything -got a number of things dismissed and now I’m able to move on with my life

W. Hanken

Replied last May 27, 2026

When significant jail time is on the line, the difference between the right criminal defense attorney and the wrong one is the difference between moving forward with your life and losing it entirely — and securing multiple dismissals to eliminate that exposure completely is precisely the kind of high-stakes result W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law has fought for on behalf of clients throughout Springfield, Illinois for more than 35 years. That outcome does not happen by accident; it is the product of meticulous case analysis, an intimate familiarity with the Sangamon County court system, and the kind of relentless criminal defense advocacy that has defined this practice since 1989 — first as a former Assistant State’s Attorney who understands exactly how the other side builds a case, and then as a dedicated defense attorney who knows precisely how to dismantle one. At W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law, protecting a client’s freedom and their future is never just a professional obligation — it is a personal one. Knowing you are able to move forward with your life makes every bit of that work worthwhile.

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