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    Peter J. Shayman

    Peter J. Shayman

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile
    Review: "Working with Mr. Shayman was, without a doubt, the most professional experience, I’ve had with an attorney. he answered all my questions and concerns in terms that I could comprehend. Frequently asked if I had any questions about anything that was..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Gabrielle Rose Sansonetti

    Gabrielle Rose Sansonetti

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  8.8
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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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    Charles Sklarsky

    Charles Sklarsky

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
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    Bradley J. Schreiber

    Bradley J. Schreiber

    4.621 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "I’m very thankful for the help I received. He took care of my speeding tickets and registration problems quickly and professionally. The price was very reasonable, he explained everything clearly, and I was always kept in the loop. I couldn’t have..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Matthew John McQuaid

    Matthew John McQuaid

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have known Mr. McQuaid for years and have watched him practice law. He is an attorney of the highest caliber. His court room presence is commanding, yet respectful. I highly recommend this attorney for both federal and state level criminal ca..."
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    Tania Dimitrova

    Tania Dimitrova

    4.618 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family and more
    Review: "I dont even know where to start. I was given multiple drug charges. I looked around for a lawyer and found Miss Tania. She was very helpful and accommodating. Made me feel like everything was going to be ok from the very start. She was very unders..."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Dan K. Webb

    Dan K. Webb

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 55 years
    Practice Areas:  Antitrust and Trade Law, Litigation, Criminal Defense
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    James P. Navarre

    James P. Navarre

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Juvenile and more
    Rating:  8.8
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    Ralph Andrew Strathmann

    Ralph Andrew Strathmann

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Of all the attorneys I have met, retained, or come into contact with, Mr. Strathmann is the most reliable, intelligent, and hard working. He is professional, and very personable. I felt as though he genuinely cared about the outcome of my case, an..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Jonathan Marshall Brayman

    Jonathan Marshall Brayman

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Litigation, Criminal Defense
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    Alan Tom Davis

    Alan Tom Davis

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Review: "Alan got me in and out of a court date quickly. I had an aggravated speeding charge (35+ over the limit) which in Illinois was a Class A misdemeanor without the possibility of court supervision. This means it was more serious than a DUI, stealing ..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Jessica Fangman

    Jessica Fangman

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Jessica Fangman is a passionate and enthusiastic advocate for each of her clients. Jessica has focused her law practice solely on defending the rights of the accused. She is empathetic, understanding, and responsive to her clients’ needs. She has ...
    Rating:  7.8
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    John Arthur Logan

    John Arthur Logan

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Expungement and more
    Review: "We called John, and after explaining what had happened, we met with him. He accepted our case and reassured us every thing would be fine. We cannot thank him enough for his professionalism and hard work."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Matthew Christopher Downs

    Matthew Christopher Downs

    4.47 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Downs has gone the extra mile for my son who has had multiple counties, multiple charge case. He was able to utilize his expertise to get one count reduced from a 5 year term to probation! I would respectfully refer any case to him, from simpl..."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Roger A. Malavia

    Roger A. Malavia

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime
    Review: "I have hired Roger more than once in my past years for multiple Felonys and Misdemeanors through out my life.He is well educated and knows how the system can play . He will DEFEND you as a great lawyer ...I have hired a lot of attourneys in the pa..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Sussethe Renteria

    Sussethe Renteria

    5.015 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Expungement
    Review: "Sussethe Renteria is the best lawyer in all Illinois she is reasonable, understanding and I highly recommend her she is an amazing lawyer"
    Rating:  6.0
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    Joel James Degrazia

    Joel James Degrazia

    4.915 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Bio: my goal is to treat each client honestly and experience as a prosecutor for 10 years allowed me to develop my trial skills,so that im very comfortable at trial situations.
    Rating:  8.3
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    John Paul Schwulst

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    John Paul Schwulst

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning
    Bio: John Schwulst is a seasoned litigator, having tried cases from Antitrust to Zoning over the years. Of particular note are seven Murder trials, numerous Child Custody trials and many civil trials in Contract, Property, Leasehold and Estate proceedi...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Bradford Peter Lyerla

    Bradford Peter Lyerla

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
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    David Edward Liberty

    David Edward Liberty

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Business
    Review: "He is verry good at what he dose he fights for. every thing u ask of him hes a great public defenter."
    Rating:  7.1
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