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  • Emilio Moretti
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    Moretti Law, P.C.
    875 N. Michigan Ave. Suite 3100, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 263 reviews
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    Over 19 years representing clients charged with felonies and misdemeanors. My representation always includes customizing a strategy for each case to help obtain the best possible result. I have an excellent record of not guilty verdicts, dismissa...

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    40% Criminal defense, 40% DUI and DWI, 20% Speeding and traffic ticket

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    Free Consultation
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     60 minutes

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    IL, Active since 2001

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  • Dominick Dolci
    Dolci & Weiland
    134 N LaSalle St, #1515, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 21 reviews
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    Named 2016 Top 100 National Trial Lawyer. Unyielding criminal defense. Call for a free consultation.
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  • Stephen Richards
    Stephen Richards
    53 west Jackson Suite 756, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 45 reviews
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    I pride myself on giving expert and caring client service based on over 30 years of experience

    Practice area
    100% Criminal defense

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    IL, Active since 1985

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  • Alison Motta
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    Motta & Motta LLC
    161 N. Clark Street Suite, #1600, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 22 reviews
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    Top 100 National Trial Lawyer. Not a conventional firm. Focused on protecting your future. Call 24/7

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    50% Criminal defense, 25% White collar crime, 25% Federal crime

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    Free Consultation
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     60 minutes

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    IL, Active since 2004

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  • Sarah Toney
    The Toney Law Firm, LLC
    105 W. Adams Street, Suite 2150, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 35 reviews
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    Top 50 Women Lawyers by IL Superlawyers for the past 3 years! Read why clients rave about her!
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  • Andrew Weisberg
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    Law Office of Andrew Weisberg
    444 N. Michigan Ave, #1200, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 52 reviews
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    Former Cook County Felony Prosecutor Who Gets Results! Call For a Free Consultation

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    50% Criminal defense, 20% Violent crime, 15% Domestic violence, and more.

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     30 minutes

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    IL, Active since 1996

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  • Darryl Goldberg
    Law Offices of Darryl A. Goldberg
    33 North Dearborn Street, Suite 1830, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 45 reviews
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    Whether it’s a drug crime, corruption charge, or criminal appeal, we are always prepared for battle.
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  • Damon Cheronis
    Law Offices of Damon M. Cheronis
    53 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1750, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 20 reviews
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    Experienced Federal and State Criminal Defense attorney. Call.
  • Brandon Davis
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    The Davis Law Group, P.C.
    420 W. Huron St., Suite 212, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 210 reviews
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    Experienced and Professional Criminal Defense Attorney. Free consultation.

    Practice area
    25% Criminal defense, 25% Expungement, 25% DUI and DWI, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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     30 minutes

    License
    IL, Active since 2009

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  • Brian Dailey
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    Dailey Law Firm, PC
    111 West Washington Street, Suite 1500, Chicago, IL
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    4.5 stars 30 reviews
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    My clients are free of incarceration

    Practice area
    30% Criminal defense, 30% Car accident, 20% Brain injury, and more.

    Cost
    Hourly Rates, $400-$600/hourContingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome. 33%-50%

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    IL, Active since 1989

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  • Michael Cheronis
    Law Office of Michael D. Cheronis
    2502 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 104 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.7  
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    Mr. Cheronis has nearly twenty years of experience representing citizens of Illinois charged with criminal offenses. He has the litigation experience and temerity to successfully defends good people facing tough situations.
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  • Martin Lascola
    Chicago Office - James Goldberg Law ("Of Counsel")
    200 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 3100, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 182 reviews
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    FORMER CRIMINAL PROSECUTOR-20+ YRS. EXPERIENCE IN COOK, LAKE & DuPAGE! CALL DIRECT NOW!!
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  • Michael Johnson
    Michael A. Johnson and Associates
    415 North La Salle Drive, Suite 300A, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 12 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.8  
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    With over 38 years experience defending citizens accused.. Michael A. Johnson can help.
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  • Steven Fagan
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    Fagan, Fagan & Davis
    161 N. Clark St, Ste 1662, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 40 reviews
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    Criminal case? You don't need a lawyer who does criminal defense on the side. Call 847-380-5781 now!

    Practice area
    25% Criminal defense, 30% DUI and DWI, 15% Violent crime, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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     30 minutes

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    IL, Active since 1998

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  • Scott Gordon
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    Law Offices of Scott Gordon, P.C.
    120 S State St Ste 200, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 140 reviews
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    Attempt Murder Case-Mr.Gordon is incredible at what he does. From the moment me and my family met him, we knew he was the right choice. I was facing an attempted murder charge and he was able to get me 60 days of jail and 2 yrs probat. Thank y...

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    60% Criminal defense, 20% DUI and DWI, 20% Immigration

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    IL, Active since 1990

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  • James DiQuattro
    900 West Jackson Blvd, Suite 5-E, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 24 reviews
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    Our offices represent individuals charged with Felonies and Misdemeanors on the State and Federal levels. We also represent individuals under State and Federal Criminal Investigations. We fight for our clients and never give up. 
  • Sami Azhari
    Azhari LLC
    30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2140, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 36 reviews
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    Through hard work and advanced trial skills, Sami fights for the rights of his clients.
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  • Sean Brown
    The Law Office of Sean Brown
    111 West Jackson Blvd, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 7 reviews
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    Attorney concentrating in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Family Law. Real Estate Transactions, and Bankruptcy.
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  • Patrick Weiland
    Dolci & Weiland
    134 N LaSalle St, #1515, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 3 reviews
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    Former DuPage Felony Prosecutor. Named 2016 Top 100 National Trial Lawyer. Give us a call Today.
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  • John Donlevy
    John D. Donlevy
    212 West Washington Street # 1504, Chicago, IL
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    5.0 stars 3 reviews
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    I place a strong emphasis on providing my clients with personalized attention and responsive legal service. I treat every client with respect, care and compassion and work my hardest to develop innovative and winning strategies for each client’s l...
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