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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, DUI & DWI

Bio: Jon F. Erickson has been a successful lead trial attorney in some of Chicago’s most challenging courtrooms for the past 24 years. As an author, litigator and advisor, Jon F. Erickson has developed an expertise in criminal defense and civil rights ...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I am a 26-year veteran litigator with extensive trial experience who works on complex criminal cases. I have the unique distinction of never having lost a case in DuPage County. I have represented clients in cases involving serious state and feder...

Rating: 9.3

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Illinois

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal Defense

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile

Bio: Legal & Trial Experience Mr. Medina has over 21 years of legal experience. He spent 14 of those years prosecuting cases as a Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney. Mr. Medina uses his vast knowledge of the system to benefit his clients at every s...

Rating: 9.5

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Immigration and more

Bio: Earl Vergara takes pride in helping people. In fact, Earl considers helping people that find themselves in trouble to be one of his greatest attributes. If you were to ask any client about Earl Vergara, the first thing they would likely say is tha...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

Bio: I am a licensed attorney in the State of Illinois since 1999, concentrating my practice in the defense of those accused of criminal offenses, particularly DUI. In that period of time I have established myself in the field of DUI defense both at th...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Commercial

Bio: There are a lot of lawyers who know the law and are good lawyers. Unfortunately, there are very few great lawyers. A great lawyer is someone who not only knows the law but also takes the time to listen to the client, understand the client's proble...

Rating: 9.4

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more

Bio: Richard is the founding member of Fenbert & Associates, LLC. He worked at a nationally recognized criminal law firm in Cleveland, Ohio, before moving back to his hometown. Richard represented celebrities, physicians, and athletes. He also lectured...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more

Bio: After graduating from Illinois Valley Central High School in Chillicothe, Illinois, I enlisted in the United States Navy where I spent the next four years serving my country at home and overseas. I was stationed at many places throughout the count...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: My practice focuses on criminal defense and representation in orders of protection, landlord evictions, and expungements. I spent 6 years as a prosecutor for the Madison County State's Attorney's office and bring that courtroom-intensive experienc...

Rating: 9.4

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: The Law Office of Jonathan James, LLC, was founded and is managed by Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney Jonathan James. Mr. James graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University where he received several awards including Dean’s...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: Paul J. Lytle received his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law. Paul’s work in both trial advocacy and pre-trial litigation have been recognized with the CALI Excellence for the Future Award. Prior to the founding of Lytle & Mila...

Rating: 9.9

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: Merrill K. Davis is an Attorney at The Davis Law Group, P.C. Ms. Davis represents clients charged with DUI, criminal offenses, and traffic offenses. She also represents clients with suspended or revoked driving privileges at administrative hearing...

Rating: 9.5

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Gun Law and more

Bio: I am a graduate of the highly ranked University of Michigan Law School. My legal education laid the foundation for my career as a criminal defense attorney. I have specialized in criminal defense for over 35 years. In that time I have tried thousa...

Rating: 9.9

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI

Bio: Paul F. Serkland is an Attorney at The Davis Law Group, P.C. with offices located in Waukegan, Northfield and Chicago. Mr. Serkland is a former prosecutor who provides high-quality, aggressive criminal defense to individuals who have been charged ...

Rating: 9.9

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more

Bio: Trial experience for your case: I'm a former prosecutor, former public defender, and former state court judge. Over 45 years legal experience. I've handled thousands of cases litigating over 150 jury trials to a verdict.

Rating: 9.5

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Appeals

Criminal Defense AttorneysFighting for Your Rights in Chicago and Neighboring Counties. We also handle appeals, clemency petitions, and expungements. Free Consultations.

Rating: 7.0

Call for a consultation(888) 413-6018

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Steve Klein practices DUI, Traffic, Criminal Defense, and License Reinstatement in Cook and DuPage County. Call Steve today for a free consultation!

Rating: 9.8

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Mr. Myzia has over 15 years of courtroom and litigation experience in matters as diverse as speeding tickets and DUIs to charges of reckless homicide and murder. Mr. Myzia's services are available to clients on criminal, DUI, and traffic matters t...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Angela M. Aliota graduated from University of Wisconsin-Madison in May 2002. She attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, CA where she graduated Magna Cum Laude in December 2005. She was admitted to practice law in the State of Illino...

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family and more

Bio: Adam Dayan is a native of Chicago, Illinois. After graduating with a BA from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, he attended and received his law degree from Chicago Kent College of Law in 2001. In 2002, Mr. Dayan joined the law firm formerly kn...

Rating: 6.5

Call for a consultation(833) 402-5951

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