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    Anthony Dijohn

    Anthony Dijohn

    3.73 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Guy was amazing. I hired him for a DUI and couldn't ask for a better lawyer"
    Rating:  6.8
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    Katina Haloulos Baker

    Katina Haloulos Baker

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation
    Review: "I have been working with Mrs. Baker for a few years now. She has represented me both personally and professionally on many different capacities. We have referred her services to friends and family and have all shared the same experiences we have h..."
    Rating:  6.8
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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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    Michael Jay Marovich

    Michael Jay Marovich

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury
    Review: "Mike is a very skilled attorney, helped me out when others wouldn’t, very knowledgeable and aggressive. Highly recommend."
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    James Carlton Dedman

    James Carlton Dedman

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "Mr. Deadman was far more than an attorney, he was honest, compassionate, and forthright. From the very moment I first spoke to him about my legal issue he instantly instilled in me a measure of confidence that never failed during my court appearan..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Spiros S. Nicolet

    Spiros S. Nicolet

    5.05 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Earned his Law Degree from Marquette University in 1991. Attorney Nicolet worked at Madgrigrano, Gagliardi, Zievers & Aiello during Law School and then worked for Westlaw the premier provider of legal research materials for law firms. After 13 yea...
    Rating:  7.3
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    John Malvik

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    John Malvik

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: John Malvik (Senior Attorney) was admitted to the bar in 1974. He is licensed to practice in the state of Illinois, the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. District Courts of Northern and Central Illinois. He received his Bachelor of Arts f...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Adam N. Stillo

    Adam N. Stillo

    4.36 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Uncontested Divorce and more
    Bio: Dear Prospective Client, I hope you contact me and give me the opportunity to represent you. I have been practicing law in Illinois since 1978. As a prosecutor, criminal and DUI defense lawyer, and family law advocate, I have tried or settled over...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Kyle A Korkus

    Kyle A Korkus

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more
    Bio: I have a passion for criminal defense and family law. I also have experience in business law, estate planning and probate, and real estate law, with an emphasis on civil litigation.
    Rating:  7.7
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    Cathleen M. Macelroy

    Cathleen M. Macelroy

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "I have hired her for criminal and family law which was combined and i was very satisfied with her work, her price is fair and you get what you pay for , she is not out to take your money which i had to fire another attorney for that reason, she wi..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    John Joseph Downey

    John Joseph Downey

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "We have obtained his council in several issues of different natures. From dog citations,traffic,and neighborhood harrassment so far the case that have been ruled we have been very satified with the outcome and trust his advice and knowledge greatly."
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    Gregory Michael Skinner

    Gregory Michael Skinner

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
    Review: "Greg has handled several matters for my family and me. As others have said, he is non-judgmental, calm, and gets the impossible done. His assistant is always pleasant and helpful. He is also not overpriced. I highly recommend him."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Daniel Kessler

    Daniel Kessler

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: At our law office in Chicago, we are not just legal professionals; we are a dedicated father and son team with a passion for upholding justice. With extensive experience in both Criminal and Family Law, we approach each case as seasoned trial atto...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Kent Duane Dean

    Kent Duane Dean

    4.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Kent Dean was able to bring to light that there was no inappropriate actions on my part. That I acted within the scope and skills of my position clearing my name. "
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    Susan Gentle

    Susan Gentle

    4.33 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Excellent attorney and she knows her stuff. My son had a meth conspiracy case and she was the only lawyer who got a not guilty."
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    Ryan Neil Hejmanowski

    Ryan Neil Hejmanowski

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, General Practice and more
    Bio: At the Law Offices of Ryan N. Hejmanowski the needs of my clients become my needs. I am dedicated to bringing justice to those clients in need of counsel. When you need an attorney to protect your interests, let me help you. I am a Will County att...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Stephen William Bush

    Stephen William Bush

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more
    Bio: Steve Bush has been an attorney since 1981. He has vast experience in handling family and criminal law as well as reinstatement work at the Secretary of State’s Office. Steve worked as a construction worker prior to becoming an attorney and brings...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Agostino Albert Altamore

    Agostino Albert Altamore

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "I was (falsely) accused of a hit and run in downtown Rockford and I thought that I was going to be forever tarnished with criminal conviction. Mr. Altamore assured me that he could keep the conviction off my record from day one, immediately allevi..."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Lisa Marie Schoedel

    Lisa Marie Schoedel

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Patent Application, Litigation, Criminal Defense
    Review: "There is nothing negative I could say about working with her. She was everything I could hope for in an attorney."
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    Alexis Anton Johnson

    Alexis Anton Johnson

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Wills & Living Wills and more
    Bio: Experienced and Persuasive Trial Attorney with an exceptional and proven record of performance in planning, preparing and managing Criminal Defense, Real Estate Law, and Civil Litigation cases. Combines expert analytical, organizational, client re...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Daniel S. Alexander

    Daniel S. Alexander

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and more
    Bio: Experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney, handling all charges from DUI to drug cases to murder, in State, federal, and suburban courts. Also many years of experience in personal injury and civil rights cases, with verdicts and settlem...
    Rating:  7.9
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