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Chicago Has 1534 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 6762 Reviews

Law Office of Melissa Smejkal
1328 W 18th Street, Chicago, IL

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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David L. Freidberg, P.C.
70 West Madison Street, Suite 1450, Chicago, IL

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 ...

Rating: 10

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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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Law Offices of J. Samuel Worley, LLC
3535 N. Pulaski Rd., Chicago, IL

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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Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney
134 N LaSalle St, Suite 860, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime

Bio: If it's experience, knowledge of the law, aggressive strategies, accessibility and affordability you are looking for in a Chicago criminal defense attorney, you will find all of those attributes and more at the law offices of Hal M. Garfinkel. For...

Rating: 10

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McNabola Law Group
55 West Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL

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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Driver Defense Team
53 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1401, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

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

Driver Defense Team: The Law Firm For Drivers

Rating: 7.9

Call for a FREE consultation(888) 663-9003

Stephanie Ann Buck's Website

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Edward Johnson & Associates P.C. - Pilsen East Center
1945 S. Halsted St., 309, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

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

TOP Ranked Criminal Defense Lawyer in IL & Nominated to Superlawyers.com

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(708) 883-4156

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542 S. Dearborn St., Suite 510, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Chicago Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorney Sal Sheikh has a reputation of excellence in providing smart, sensible, and cost-effective legal solutions to his clients. "I serve a wide range of clientele from all socioeconomic...

Rating: 10

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The Law Office of Purav Bhatt
1655 S Blue Island Ave,, #312, Chicago, IL

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,...

Rating: 9.9

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Shifrin Law Group
900 West Jackson Blvd., Suite 5E, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate

Bio: Vadim Shifrin, Principal and Founder of Shifrin Law Group, is a respected trial attorney with a history of success representing clients in the personal injury and criminal law fields. Mr. Shifrin has been recognized yearly as an Illinois Super Law...

Rating: 10

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53 W. Jackson Blvd. Suite 660, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Violent Crime and more

Bio: I am dedicated to protecting your rights and will provide you with the best possible defense.

Rating: 10

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35 E Wacker Drive, Suite 650, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Personal Injury and more

Review: "Throughout my lifetime, I've been acquainted with numerous attorneys for a variety of different reasons. Jerry is quite frankly, the best attorney I've ever had the pleasure of doing business with. He genuinely cares about his clients, is very kno..."

Rating: 8.9

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Kulwin, Masciopinto & Kulwin, LLP
161 N. Clark Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Commercial and more

Review: "Mr. Masciopinto is exceptional attorney. I've needed and utilized his services a number of times from minor dealings to very serious personal injury and criminal cases. He's extremely intelligent, knowledgeable and knows the law very well. I would..."

Rating: 10

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The Toney Law Firm, LLC
105 W. Adams Street, Suite 2150, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: Sarah has been representing defendants in cases ranging from misdemeanors through reckless homicides for the past 18 years. She was an Adjunct Professor at Loyola University of Chicago School of Law for 13 years where she taught Legal Writing, as ...

Rating: 10

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FisherLevine Law Group LLP
20 S. Clark Street, Suite 700, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

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

Bio: Former Cook County Prosecutor

Rating: 9.5

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Ainsworth & Associates PC
5113 South Harper Avenue, Suite 2C, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Probate, Litigation and more

Need help for a loved one and you don't know where to turn? Ainsworth & Associates is ready and able

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(888) 975-2729

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Law Office of Alana M. De Leon
1021 W. Adams Street, Suite 221, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime and more

Review: "Alana went above & beyond for my case. She was always two steps ahead of the detectives and the state. Extremely professional and knowledgeable attorney. This is the second time I hired her and I am so grateful I did. Thank you Alana."

Rating: 8.3

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Law Offices of Jeffrey J. Kent, P.C.
33 N. Dearborn, Suite 1950, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I hired JEFFERY KENT to represent my son, when he was wrongfully arrested on a gun charge. I found MR.KENT on the internet when I was searching for a lawyer. Jeff is a very experienced crimial attorney.He knowns the law and is very knowledgeable i..."

Rating: 8.3

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Ricardo Vazquez
79 West Monroe Street, Suite 1213, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "I got into a little bit of legal trouble last year. Thankfully I was referred to Mr Vazquez. He was fantastic. Most importantly, he got me a fantastic outcome! He was knowledgeable, courteous, available and prompt in responding to my questions via..."

Rating: 8.0

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GLS Litigation Services, LLC
159 Sangamon St, Suite 319, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Bio: Gloria Lynn Smith was raised as a “little soldier” in a military family, attending eight different schools across her childhood. This foundation instilled in her a sense of discipline, resilience, and adaptability—qualities that would later shape ...

Rating: 8.4

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