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    David Brian Franks

    David Brian Franks

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "When hiring a lawyer, it's most often never a "great" moment in your life. David Franks has stood by me through the most awful moments of my life. Never once have I felt that Mr. Franks is "in it for the money". I honestly believe Mr. Franks CARES..."
    Rating:  10
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    David L. Freidberg

    David L. Freidberg

    5.092 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime
    Bio: My firm is here for your protection, first and foremost. If you have been accused or arrested for criminal activity, we provide the best representation. Our skilled criminal defense team practices aggressive, proactive and highly-creative defense ...
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    Vincent Anthony Luisi

    Vincent Anthony Luisi

    5.07 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Attorney Vincent A. Luisi, Jr. was born and raised in the Chicagoland Area. He attended Niles West High School located in the Northern Suburbs. He graduated from Roosevelt University located in Downtown Chicago in 1996. Mr. Luisi attended a Univer...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Brian Richard Erwin

    Brian Richard Erwin

    4.225 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Brian R. Erwin is a highly regarded and skilled criminal defense attorney with over 12 years of top level criminal trial experience. As a former State prosecutor he was well known for his analytical style and methodical preparation which he now de...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Timothy Merritt Johnston

    Timothy Merritt Johnston

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, General Practice and more
    Bio: I began my practice over 11 years ago with the determination to make things better for my clients and my community. That continues to be the focus of my practice, and I look forward to many years' of future service to my neighbors and friends. I g...
    Rating:  10
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    Stephon L. Wilson

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    Stephon L. Wilson

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    I've handled hundreds of Cook County Criminal & DUI cases.
    Rating:  7.1
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    David Lee

    David Lee

    4.958 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Bio: I have been a licensed attorney in the State of Illinois since 2003. I began my legal career as a an Assistant State's Attorney in the County of Kendall, State of Illinois. In 2006, I opened my private practice and have successfully represented hu...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Steve Klein

    Steve Klein

    4.9171 reviews
    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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    John Aaron Singer

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    John Aaron Singer

    4.36 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "I just finished a four day divorce trial with John. I'd consulted with many attorneys and had a previous attorney. John took on my case and essentially inherited a crazy, messy case smack dab in the middle. The opposing side had 9 4 inch binders o..."
    Rating:  9.6
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    Melissa I. Smejkal

    Melissa I. Smejkal

    4.845 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Attorney Mellisa Smejkal is a leading criminal defense lawyer based in Chicago. She has been practicing law since 1998 and opened her current law firm in 2005. The firm largely serves clients in Cook County and the surrounding areas. Its specialty...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Jesse Biswanath Guth

    Jesse Biswanath Guth

    5.018 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Jesse B. Guth is a highly-experienced trial attorney who has litigated a wide array of civil and criminal cases. Jesse began his legal career serving as an Assistant State’s Attorney for Cook County, gaining extensive courtroom experience with hig...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Francisco Jose Botto

    Francisco Jose Botto

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Personal Injury
    Review: "When I got hurt at work in 2011, I hired Fransisco j Botto for my workman's comp case. The staff at his office was supportive friendly and genuine.He was patient and he explained everything in a way that I could understand he made sure I felt supp..."
    Rating:  9.6
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    Steven David Armamentos

    Steven David Armamentos

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Administrative Law and more
    Bio: For approximately the last 25 years, I have participated in the DuPage County Bar Association's annual fundraiser to benefit Legal Aid known as Judges' Nite in a variety of capacities, primarily as a guitarist for The Judges' Nite Band, as well as...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Jeffrey Allen Fagan

    Jeffrey Allen Fagan

    5.05 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Real Estate and more
    Bio: Jeff graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a degree in Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. He earned his law degree from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago Illinois. Jeff left college before completing his undergraduate degree, ...
    Rating:  10
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    Robert Vladimir Deters

    Robert Vladimir Deters

    4.19 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI
    Review: "My wife was charged with DUI, after contacting another attorney and telling her all the facts, she suggested we contact Rob. We could ot be happier with his professionalism and they way he handled our case. He was there for every question my wife ..."
    Rating:  9.4
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    James John Knibbs

    James John Knibbs

    5.09 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation
    Bio: Jim Knibbs has practiced law for 30 years (civil, criminal, state and federal courts) and is a lifelong Chicagoan with deep roots in Chicago's legal, governmental and local business communities. Jim has represented clients in Cook County, collar c...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Purav Bhatt

    Purav Bhatt

    5.077 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Thank you for visiting my Avvo page. Rest assured that when you are represented by the Law Office of Purav Bhatt & Associates you will receive thorough, attentive, personal representation. Our firm provides a detailed understanding of the law, the...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Kevin C Sanborn

    Kevin C Sanborn

    4.49 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Kevin Sanborn is a very talented and an exceptionally talented attorney. Himself, partners, and all staff are extremely friendly, very knowledgeable in their field, and will answer any questions you have. Straight forward and to the point. I expla..."
    Rating:  8.8
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    Jack L. Zaremba

    Jack L. Zaremba

    4.9111 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Bio: At the Law Offices of Jack L. Zaremba, we are dedicated to protecting your rights and achieving the best outcome on your case, quickly and efficiently. Although not every case must go to trial, as a former prosecutor I have the courtroom trial exp...
    Rating:  9.8
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    James Samuel Worley

    James Samuel Worley

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family
    Bio: Attorney J. Samuel Worley has over ten years experience prosecuting and defending child support, traffic, DUI, and criminal cases on the misdemeanor and felony levels, both as a private criminal defense and family law attorney and a former Cook Co...
    Rating:  8.8
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