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    Gary D. Bollinger

    Gary D. Bollinger

    5.06 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Wills & Living Wills and more
    Bio: I understand the impact of criminal charges on lives. If you are accused, I will work with you to get the best result. That may be dropped or amended charges or a trial to make the prosecutor prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt. A 7th-generat...
    Rating:  9.3
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    James Paul Greene

    James Paul Greene

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Employment and Labor, Education, Criminal Defense and more
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    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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    Jeffrey Bruce Steinback

    Jeffrey Bruce Steinback

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I would highly recommend this attorney. He is brilliant, very kind and so non-judgmental. Jeff made this time in my life so much easier to handle. Jeff Steinback is he absolute best there is."
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    Jason M. Barnhart

    Jason M. Barnhart

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Corporate and Incorporation, Estate Planning, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "If i could leave no stars i would. Very unethicial pratice. Will not return calls or letters at a timely manner. Will talk about your case with other clients. "
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    Michelle Marie Funkenbusch

    Michelle Marie Funkenbusch

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: I have been in the legal field for over 27 years & have been a trial lawyer since 1999. I began in a prosecuting attorney's office and now have my own practice where I practice personal injury, worker's compensation, family law, criminal law, and ...
    Rating:  9.5
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    James Michael Chesloe

    James Michael Chesloe

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Bankruptcy and Debt, Debt Collection, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "Delays without explanation, duplicitous, atrocious communication, handled my case poorly and incompetently, would not recommend to anyone for anything."
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    Matthew Alan Radefeld

    Matthew Alan Radefeld

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law, Appeals
    Bio: Matthew is a principal in the law firm of Frank, Juengel & Radefeld, Attorneys at Law in Clayton, Missouri specializing in Federal and State criminal law. He has tried cases throughout Illinois, Missouri, and the District Court of Eastern Missouri...
    Rating:  10
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    John L. Malevitis

    John L. Malevitis

    5.02 reviews Attention
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Mr Malevitis is a wonderful Attorney and I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants the best attorney out there. He knows how to fight for your rights. He gets the job done. He is very knowledgeable. His approach and his ability to explain c..."
    Rating:  2.9
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    Jeffery Paul Alford

    Jeffery Paul Alford

    4.845 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: My office strives to provide comfort and reassurance during the most difficult times your life. I have been practicing family law, child custody, divorce, child support, adoption and criminal & DUI defense since 2000. I am licensed in both Kentuck...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Mark W. Rigazio

    Mark W. Rigazio

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Land Use and Zoning and more
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    Benjamen Wayne Murphy

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    Benjamen Wayne Murphy

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    FREE phone consultations 24/7 -- Over 20 Years in Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Law
    Rating:  6.8
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    Ryan S. Kosztya

    Ryan S. Kosztya

    4.04 reviews Attention
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Civil Rights
    Review: "I've hired Ryan a few times and referred him to a couple of people. I've had positive results in all cases! He will get it done!"
    Rating:  1.0
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    Mark Vincent Kelly

    Mark Vincent Kelly

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Real Estate, Criminal Defense
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    John Fenley

    John Fenley

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: John R. Fenley practices in the areas of Family Law and Criminal Defense. He received his Bachelor's degree in communication and political science from DePauw University and his law degree from St. Louis University. While in law school Mr. Fenley ...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Timothy Joseph Hunsaker

    Timothy Joseph Hunsaker

    5.09 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Review: "As a wife who stood beside my husband through one of the most heartbreaking and stressful times of our lives, I truly cannot put into words how grateful I am for TJ Hunsaker and Scott. Facing false accusations shook our family to the core and test..."
    Rating:  9.2
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    Babette Pauline Salus

    Babette Pauline Salus

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation and more
    Rating:  4.3
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    Jeffrey Thomas Abbott

    Jeffrey Thomas Abbott

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, DUI and DWI, Corporate and Incorporation and more
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    J. Justin Meehan

    J. Justin Meehan

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Civil Rights
    Review: "Justin has handled cases for members of our family over the past 35 years. Never once in that time have I ever heard or witnessed any negative behavior or deportment on his part."
    Rating:  9.2
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    Mark Brian Moran

    Mark Brian Moran

    5.01 review Attention
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Business, DUI and DWI, Speeding and Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "I am sure Mark works very hard to represent all of his clients, while making you feel like you are the only one he is representing.. It's a personal level of service that I have never experienced from any attorney in my past. His knowledge base i..."
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    Carter Collins Law

    Carter Collins Law

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I guarantee that I will thoughtfully and aggressively represent you or your loved one. My trial, negotiating experience and reputation for tough, honest representation span more than two decades. I know how to investigate a case and consider every...
    Rating:  8.4
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