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    Cook County Has 1899 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 9682 Reviews

    Kim McAllister-McKinney

    Kim McAllister-McKinney

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Estate Planning, Land Use and Zoning and more
    Review: "I have used Kim for a very long time for my own use and my real estate business. I found her to possess the knowledge and the ability to see things through to the end with honesty and success."
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    Matthew D. Nemeth

    Matthew D. Nemeth

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Matt Nemeth did an excellant job handling my custody/child support case. He kept me informed and educated me along the way. His office was always quick to return calls and e-mails. Everyone was very helpful and supportive."
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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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    Adam Michael Altman

    Adam Michael Altman

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Debt Collection
    Bio: Every accused person is entitled to a defense. The government has virtually unlimited resources at its disposal, which can make any defendant feel that the odds are stacked against them. However, a defense team that diligently challenges the gover...
    Rating:  7.2
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    Paul W. Plotnick

    Paul W. Plotnick

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Paul Plotnick established his Law Firm in 1979 to provide expert counsel to clients requiring legal assistance with Criminal Law, Real Estate, Divorce and Civil Litigation. Now recognized by Martindale Hubbell with the highest legal ability rating...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Jim Mullenix

    Jim Mullenix

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: Attorney Jim Mullenix has a 30-year background as an assistant public defender, with a remarkable track record of acquittals for his clients. Highly experienced in the areas of criminal defense and dispute resolution, Jim draws on extensive trial ...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Daniel Q. Herbert

    Daniel Q. Herbert

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Administrative Law and more
    Bio: Former Chicago Police Officer- Born and raised on Chicago’s Northside, Dan followed in his father’s footsteps, becoming a Chicago police officer and working as a member of Chicago’s Police Department for nearly ten years receiving numerous awards,...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Jessica Ashley Biagi

    Jessica Ashley Biagi

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Insurance and more
    Review: "Jessica was great at keeping me informed throughout the whole process. She was a strong advocate for me at all times, but listened to my priorities and picked her battles, which helped me get exactly the outcome I was hoping for. She was easy to t..."
    Rating:  8.2
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    Todd Brandt McCartney

    Todd Brandt McCartney

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate
    Bio: Todd McCartney, founder of McCartney Law Group, LLC, has been a dedicated attorney for nearly 35 years, focusing extensively in DUI, criminal defense, and personal injury cases. A native of Chicago’s western suburbs, Mr. McCartney graduated from G...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Michael Eric Baker

    Michael Eric Baker

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "This is the first time I've worked with a lawyer, so I can’t compare Mike to other lawyers practicing in the same area. But it's hard for me to imagine any possible way that my case could have been handled better or with more ease if I had worked ..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Loren A. Seidner

    Loren A. Seidner

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Loren was a former Asst State's Attorney. He knows the judges. That's what matters, so he's a solid choice for criminal representation. Mine was a pretty simple affair but he handled it well through expungement."
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    Franco Nicholas Carone

    Franco Nicholas Carone

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Review: "Mr. Carone personally handled my back injury worker's compensation case from the beginning to the end. Before I hired him, the insurance company wasn't paying me or my medical bills. Mr. Carone got me into court quickly and the judge ordered the i..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Joseph D. Seligmann

    Joseph D. Seligmann

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Mr. Seligmann is a wonderful attorney. He represented me in my divorce and I could not be happier with the outcome. I would recommend Mr. Seligmann to anyone in need of attorney services."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Paul Deluca

    Paul Deluca

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was referred to Mr. DeLuca from a close family friend who used his services in the past. I was extremely pleased with Mr. DeLuca's professionalism in Court and how readily available he was to answer any questions I had concerning my case. I'd re..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Christopher Bittel Cohen

    Christopher Bittel Cohen

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Administrative Law, Arbitration and more
    Review: "He is one of the best attorneys to practice criminal law in Milwaukee County Circuit Court. Unlike most other Public Defender appointed Lawyers, and Court/Judge appointed Lawyers, he doesn't try to force you into taking a plea bargain for a charge..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Jennifer C. Healy

    Jennifer C. Healy

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Jennifer C. Healy is the ultimate dynamo as a lawyer. Fast, thorough, knowledgeable and relentless until the job is done. She represents my professional Athletes when they need any assistance. Jennifer is the best!"
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    Daniel H. Wolff

    Daniel H. Wolff

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "My first contact with Mr. Wolff was during the worst time in my life. My son was facing a difficult and special case within the federal court system. Mr. Wolff ensured me that he would handle my son's case, just as he would as if it was his own so..."
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    John L Mcnamara

    John L Mcnamara

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Personal Injury
    Review: "Had retain john for an Aggravated Battery case,not once did John mention a "Plea Deal"...I was found not "Not Guilty" at a bench trial......John Macmanra isnt a lawyer who pocket watch,He is very experienced and knowledgeable of the legal system....."
    Rating:  6.8
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    David J. O'Connor

    David J. O'Connor

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Dave did an outstanding job in both preparing and trying my case. He was able to bring the key facts to light that ultimately impacted the decision. Win or lose, I was comfortable that my case was presented in a thorough and professional manner. I..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    John Patrick Carbon Jr.

    John Patrick Carbon Jr.

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "john kept my son out of jail on many different times is is the best lawyer to deal with on any legal matters he has gone so far as to give me his cell phone number in case i need to call him great lawyer always kept me and my sons on what was g..."
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    Pietro Lorenzini

    Pietro Lorenzini

    5.01 review
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Trusts and more
    Review: "Very good with clients and deep knowledge of the law"
    Rating:  6.7
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