Amanda Waechter

Amanda Waechter

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Expungement
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Reason: Not Practicing

About Amanda

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Over 11 years of experience with all types of criminal cases, including retail theft, domestic battery, underage consumption of alcohol and drug charges. Felony and misdemeanor offenses.

21 years

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

DUI defense from the day after your arrest until your case is closed in court.

21 years

30%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 30%

Specializing in driver's license reinstatement and Secretary of State hearings. Also defense of misdemeanor and petty traffic offenses.

21 years

30%
Expungement 10%

Clear your criminal record. Extensive experience in pardons and circuit court expungements.

18 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

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Amanda Waechter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Hatem | June 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

My god she's an awesome lawyer

Thank you I'm on Amanda for your hard-work and professionalism.

Posted by Stephanie | June 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Wonderful

Amanda Waechter was a godsend. From the initial conversation to the final court date she was there all the way. I appreciate her honesty and her fighting spirit.

Posted by Sue | April 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Completely satisfied

My teen son was in a minor traffic accident last year and received court supervision for it. Recently he received a speeding ticket and I decided to look for a lawyer to understand the ramifications of having two incidents within a year for a teenager. I saw Ms. Waechter's reviews here and on Yelp an...d all were very positive. I decided to reach out to her. She responded immediately to me and we spoke for a few minutes on the phone. After talking to her on the phone, I decided to hire her to represent my son with his speeding ticket. It was the best decision I could have made. She is professional and knows exactly what to do. Having her at the court with us put my mind at ease and she was able to get my son court supervision for his second ticket. I would highly recommend Ms. Waechter to anyone who finds themselves in a similar position with their teenager. I'm sorry I did not hire her the first time when he was involved in the minor traffic accident.

Posted by Kate | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

So Thankful!

We were referred to Attorney Waechter and couldn't be happier! She was very proactive with our case and went way beyond our expectations to get the outcome we were hoping for, but really never thought was possible.

Posted by Susan | October 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Completely satsified!!

I decided to hire a lawyer after my teen daughter was involved in a minor traffic accident and was charged with driving too fast for conditions. I initially posted a question on Avvo and Ms. Waechter responded immediately with sound advice that made me immediately comfortable. We spoke by phone t...he next day and I hired her. We had 2 court dates. The second day we had quite a few conversations about how to proceed. Ms. Waechter explained every option in a way we could easily understand. She helped us make the best decision and my daughter's case was dismissed. I am extremely happy that I hired Ms. Waechter. And would recommend her to anyone that finds themselves heading to traffic court.

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Amanda Waechter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mia Mcpherson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Amanda is a fierce advocate who treats each client's individual needs with great skill and care."

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John Casey

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have know Amanda for quite some time. She is an attorney who's opinion and expertise I hold in high regard. She is an exceptional attorney and formidable litigator. Amanda would get my top endorsement--someone I would refer family and friends too."

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James Nelson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Amanda is knowledgeable, intelligent and a great advocate for her clients. Amanda is greatly respected and liked by attorneys and judges."

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Julie Kirby

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Friend

"Amanda is a great, honest and hard working attorney. I highly recommend her."

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Anthony Coco

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amanda is an excellant attorney. I strongly recommend her and her firm.."

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Wayne Brucar

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Amanda is a hard working and dedicated attorney who truly cares about her clients. She is extraordinary diligent about getting outstanding results."

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Kimberly Small

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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John Yetter

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Amanda is an excellent lawyer. Her attention to her clients and the details of their cases is staggering."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

National Trial Lawyers - Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers

2004

Summa Cum Laude, Valparaiso University School of Law

2001

Magna Cum Laude, Miami University of Ohio

2001

Honors Program, Valparaiso University School of Law

2000

Member, Golden Key National Honor Society - Miami University

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Amanda Waechter PC

2007 - 2016

Attorney, The Yetter Law Group

2005 - 2007

Assistant Public Defender, Dupage County Public Defender's Office

2004 - 2004

Assistant Public Defender, Will County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Will County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

St. Mary Immaculate Parish School Board

School Board member

2009 - Present

Kane County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2011

Will County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. N.O.

Not Guilty on all counts following a bench trial

People v. M.W.

Reduced charge

People v. S.M.

Reduced charge

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Education

2004

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Miami University of Ohio

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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