Nicholas Peluso

Nicholas Peluso

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 9 years

Government Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Government, Military Law, Sex Crime, Estate Planning

3510 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL

About Nicholas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Pro bono

2 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 9 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2016

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Chicago Police Department

3510 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL

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Nicholas Peluso's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Experienced & Professional

As an attorney myself, I had high standards for hiring an attorney to handle my traffic-related case. Nick was experienced & professional, easily negotiating a deal that served my best interests. Thanks to Nick's representation, I am pleased with the resolution of my case.

Posted by James | September 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and Passionate Lawyer

I hired the firm of Lytle & Milan to represent me for a difficult traffic/criminal case. Allan Milan worked with me to get the ball rolling and then his partner, Nick Peluso stepped in. From the first time we met, I could tell how passionate he was about helping me get a fair deal. He really spent a ...lot of time and went out of his way to research all the pros and cons of taking an offer. In the end, I went with the deal the state gave me. If I didn't have Nick's guidance and advice, I might have ended up in a really bad position. I am very thankful for the time and effort that was put into my case. If you ever need a good lawyer, please use Attorney Nick Peluso and his firm of Lytle & Milan. Thanks for everything, Nick!

Nicholas Peluso

Replied last October 3, 2017

Thank you, James. It was a pleasure to work with you.

Posted by Jerrick Wilson | June 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Very good overall. Got me out same week I went in maybe a day or 2 later. Good communication and they also worked with me on my payments

Nicholas Peluso

Replied last June 5, 2017

Thank you for the review, Jerrick. I'm glad that we were able to help.

Posted by Sean | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Experience

Nick worked very quickly to resolve my legal issues and was always there to answer any of my questions along the way.

Nicholas Peluso

Replied last June 5, 2017

Thanks for the review, Sean. It was a pleasure to work with you.

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Traffic

Great job, Really thorough. Let me know the practical outcome of my case, ended up better than I expected. Quick to pick up the phone and answered all my questions. I met Nick through his Partner Elizabeth, she is also great. They are both earnest and hardworking, you will enjoy hiring either of them... as your lawyer or consultant.

Nicholas Peluso

Replied last May 24, 2017

Thanks for the review! I'm glad we were able to help.

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Nicholas Peluso's Lawyer Endorsements

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Pete Singh

Unknown lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is attentive, knowledgable and a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Stephen Hoffman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He consistently demonstrates knowledge and interest in helping people through his answers on avvo. Clearly he is a good and caring lawyer who knows his stuff and communicates it well."

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Omar Khan

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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H. Aalsberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you need a fighter on your side call Attorney Nicholas Peluso, respected by his peers, feared by his adversary. I endorse him."

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Anthony Cameron

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicholas has an discerning legal mind and a big heart. He has a gift for explaining complex things in simple, declarative sentences. He may be relatively young but I wouldn't hesitate to entrust a family member to his skille and dedication as a practitioner. If I were looking for a lawyer in his area, I would hire him on something soon. I suspect there will be a long line for his services developing very quickly. This is a talented lawyer."

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Matthew Elster

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick is a skilled, competent, and zealous advocate. If I ever need a defense attorney, he's the first person I'm calling."

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Edward Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

""Nick goes above and beyond for clients. His research doesn't stop after a cursory search. He takes his time to find anything and everything that will help his clients.""

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Mark Vogg

Unknown lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Hyer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nick is a dedicated attorney and it was a privilege to work alongside him. He is passionate about the law and truly cares about each of his clients. If I ever needed representation in Illinois, Nick would be the first person I would call."

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Elizabeth Andonova

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nicholas is a disciplined lawyer who will do everything in his power to get the best results for his clients. He is never late to court, makes himself available to clients whenever they have questions, and stays abreast of the law to give his clients the best possible shot at winning their cases. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Commandant's List, U.S. Army

2017

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2016

Certificate in Criminal Law, DePaul University College of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Lytle & Millan, LLC

2017 - Present

Judge Advocate, United States Army Jag Corps

2016 - 2017

Partner, Criminal Defense Group, LLP

2015 - 2016

Law Clerk, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

2014 - 2015

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Thomas J. Popovich

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Chicago Bar Association

Member

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

ABA Military Pro Bono Project

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony Drug Case

No Conviction

Traffic Conviction Vacated and Dismissed

Conviction Vacated and Ticket Dismissed

Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident

Case Dismissed

Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident

Case Dismissed

Battery Trial

Court Supervision

Driving on a Revoked License

Court Supervision

Conviction Vacated

Conviction Vacated

Speeding

Court Supervision

Improper Lane Change

Case Dismissed

Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon

Client received court supervision and the charge was reduced to a misdemeanor.

Aggravated Driving Under the Influence

The charges were dismissed.

Driving on a Revoked License

Client received court supervision.

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Education

2017

Judge Advocate General's School, U.S. Army

2016

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

University of Iowa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

ISBA Basic Skills- For Newly Admitted Attorneys: Full Seminar ISBA General MCLE

2017

Housing Justice v. Housing Injustice - Part 2: Landlord Privileges/Defenses and Tenant Rights/Remedies: Full Seminar

ISBA General MCLE

2017

Bankruptcy Basics from the Experts - 2016: Full Seminar

ISBA General MCLE

2016

Traffic Law Committee

Traffic Law

2016

The New Law of War

The Law of War

2016

New Lawyers Basic Skils

New Lawyers Basic Skills - Part 1 of 2

2016

New Lawyers Basic Skills

New Lawyers Basic Skills - Part 2 of 2

Publications

2017

The Criminal Defense Group, LLP A Driver's Guide to DUI Offenses in Illinois

Languages

English

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