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    Rick Keys

    Rick Keys

    5.07 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
    Bio: Rick Keys is an attorney and partner in Keys Law Offices, PC. He brings more than three decades of experience to the firm, and has dedicated his life to helping his clients seek and find justice. A 1991 graduate of Chicago’s John Marshall Law Scho...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Brian Thomas Morgan

    Brian Thomas Morgan

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury
    Bio: Brian T. Morgan is a former Assistant State's Attorney who handles Felony, Misdemeanor, DUI, Traffic, Personal Injury, DCFS and family cases. Having tried cases both as a prosecutor and a defense attorney, he knows what it takes to make your case....
    Rating:  7.6
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    Daniel Joseph Florey

    Daniel Joseph Florey

    5.011 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Daniel explained what would happen at my court dates and what I should or shouldn't do during the whole process. I will definitely have him represent me in the future if I need any legal help."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Gary Victor Johnson

    Gary Victor Johnson

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI
    Review: "Attorney Gary is a bulldog! Highly recommended. He knows the in and outs of the Illinois Criminal system. He has no issues with what happened, just be honest with him and he will protect you."
    Rating:  8.8
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    Alan Pearlman

    Alan Pearlman

    3.73 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Since 1974 Alan Pearlman, Ltd. has been helping the people of Chicagoland and Lake County with their family law problems. From that time to the present Mr. Pearlman has focused on Family Law matters. The firm is made up of Mr. Pearlman, who will p...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Sandra Lynn Byrd

    Sandra Lynn Byrd

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: Sandi Byrd entered private practice in October 2002 following nearly six years workingas an attorney in the Kane County Public Defender's Office. Since entering private practice Sandi has represented clients in Kane, DuPage, Kendall, DeKalb, and C...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Marc Richard Campagna

    Marc Richard Campagna

    5.05 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate and more
    Bio: I am a litigator with substantial trial experience in a variety of complex matters. My focus is on work related injuries, personal injury and criminal defense. I also have substantial experience handling business litigation and transactional work ...
    Rating:  9.3
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    Gregorios Gountanis

    Gregorios Gountanis

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I picked up delivery case last year. Hired Gregorios for preliminary hearing and after cop testified Gregorios asked him questions and judge threw out the case. I was so happy. Gregorios is nice and not arrogant like some other attorneys. He was c..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Michael Joseph Monaco

    Michael Joseph Monaco

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Michael Monaco has been our family’s lawyer for several years. He is the most dedicated, professional, and passionate lawyer I have ever known. He has gone beyond the call of duty to take care of my family. His professionalism and knowledge of the..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    Kristen Anne Sweet

    Kristen Anne Sweet

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "This woman is a bulldog in the courtroom. I had IL state try take my license twice after I plead guilty because lack of courtroom knowledge,she went in and clear it all up and got everything straight. Amazing! I also referred a friend to her that ..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    George Dean Lenard

    George Dean Lenard

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "George handled a case for my son. We were very satisfied with his representation, advice and communication. I would recommend this Attorney."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Patrick A. Metcalf

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    Patrick A. Metcalf

    4.78 reviews
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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum
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    Rating:  7.9
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    Angela Reaney

    Angela Reaney

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Drug Crime and more
    Review: "Angela was very responsive and informed. I appreciate her proactive approach."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Mark Briseno Almanza

    Mark Briseno Almanza

    5.05 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Immigration and more
    Bio: Mark Almanza earned his law degree from The University of Chicago Law School. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana. Mr. Almanza also proudly served in the United States Air Force. The military servi...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Daniel R. Collins

    Daniel R. Collins

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "Mr. Collins is an extraordinary attorney. He went above and beyond to help me with my case. He returned calls promptly and answered questions about the law in a way that was easy to understand. As he walked me through the court process, he always ..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    Glenn M. Sowa

    Glenn M. Sowa

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: At Law Office of Glenn M. Sowa, LLC, we are one of the oldest law firms in Illinois dedicated to criminal defense. Our criminal defense attorneys provide representation in all Illinois felonies and misdemeanors, including homicide, white-collar cr...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Donald J Cosley

    Donald J Cosley

    4.022 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Donald J. Cosley has been representing Illinois residents in criminal defense and family law cases for over 20 years. He has a wealth of courtroom experience and an undying commitment to providing quality client service. He personally handles all ...
    Rating:  10
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    Clay Barkley St. Clair

    Clay Barkley St. Clair

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, State, Local And Municipal Law and more
    Review: "Mr. St. Clair handled a serious criminal matter for me. He was diligent, knowledgable and really worked hard to make sure a stupid moment on a Friday night didn't end up ruining my career and family."
    Rating:  8.5
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    Robert James Kerr

    Robert James Kerr

    4.724 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Defending clients charged with complex criminal cases throughout Illinois, including Cook, Will, and DuPage counties. We serve ALL Chicagoland courthouses and branches – Chicago, Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, Markham, Joliet, and W...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Elizabeth Marie Vonau

    Elizabeth Marie Vonau

    4.224 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Mediation and more
    Bio: I have practiced law in McHenry County for about 20 years. I grew up in the community and still make it my home today. I am a Partner in KRV Legal, Inc. which means I and my 2 business partners own the company. I am proud to live and work in this ...
    Rating:  10
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