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    Cook County Has 1898 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 9535 Reviews

    Donna A. Rotunno

    Donna A. Rotunno

    3.73 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "My husband and I found had to quickly find an attorney after having another one fall asleep through a couple of hearings in court. We found Donna Rotunno, she was always on top of everything that was going on with our son's case. Being in Illino..."
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    Crystal Pauline Brown

    Crystal Pauline Brown

    3.73 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: " Ms. Brown is a great attorney and made herself available for me continuously during the time she represented me. I wish she still was in private practice again. Hopefully since she's in the public defenders office she may be able to handle my br..."
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    Beau Brian Brindley

    Beau Brian Brindley

    3.73 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Violent Crime and more
    Review: "Beau Brindley Excellent attorney and very smart! He will fight any case as if it is his own life on the line. I would highly recommend this attorney to anyone who want to win!!! He pratice both federal and State and will travel to any state no mat..."
    Rating:  7.4
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    Sheldon Mitchell Sorosky

    Sheldon Mitchell Sorosky

    3.73 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was referred to Mr. Sorosky , by David another attorney who said he was well respected . he was very prompt getting back to me within one day with information regarding the case . he was very knowledgeable and gave me a lot of information tha..."
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    John Charles Vojta

    John Charles Vojta

    3.616 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more
    Bio: I graduated from DePaul Law School in Chicago and have been practicing law at trial and appellate levels since passing the Illinois Bar in 1982. I have worked in many Illinois counties and a variety of Federal Courts. My extensive experience as a ...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Steven Michael Goldman

    Steven Michael Goldman

    3.65 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have had a couple interactions with the police over the years and of all the lawyers I have hired, none have ever quite gotten the job done like Mr. Goldman. His vast knowledge of the law and unique approach are the only reason I am a free man t..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Danielle Lauren Vlcek

    Danielle Lauren Vlcek

    3.616 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "I cannot thank Danielle enough for all she has done for me and my kids. Great knowledgeable attorney who fights hard for her clients. Child custody is never easy and ultimately she steers you in the direction of trying to get along with your ex th..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Lawrence S. Beaumont

    Lawrence S. Beaumont

    3.511 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "You can trust this man in the hardest predicaments in the federal court room. Do not question his years of expertise he knows where you stand and will navigate you through anything!!! I am greatful to him. He us a great person whose patience and ..."
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    Louis Charles Raymond II

    Louis Charles Raymond II

    3.511 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Workers Compensation, Litigation, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "I simply want to say that my experience with Louis has been positive in every regard and that he is certainly an attorney I would recommend without hesitation. "
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    Francis Bernard Baumgart

    Francis Bernard Baumgart

    3.52 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "I sought Mr Baumgarts representation fro another state for my brother. Our phone conversation was rushed. Our appointments were about money as much as it was the case. Fran Made phenomenal court room appearances, and won the federal case to our sa..."
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    John M Beal

    John M Beal

    3.52 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Appeals and more
    Bio: I represent people (1) who are charged with crimes in Federal court; (2) who are being investigated by Federal law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, DEA, ATF, US Marshals, SEC, HUD, HHS, CFTC, and others;(3) who have received a Federal gran...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Richard C. Kloak

    Richard C. Kloak

    3.47 reviews Attention
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I respect Mr. Kloak he keep it real and he fight very hard I can never ever forget him he saved my life today 4/22 today Mr Kloak won me Jury trial in Skokie courthouse I was fighting a switch charged armed habitual state offer was 6 at 85 I took ..."
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    Michael F. Bonaguro

    Michael F. Bonaguro

    3.45 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Contracts & Agreements, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Before joining Leinenweber Baroni & Daffada LLC, Mr. Bonaguro began a law practice focusing on civil litigation, real estate, probate, divorce and criminal matters. Additionally, he sat on the Business Conduct Committee at the CME/CBOT for 4 years...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Frank Max Valenti

    Frank Max Valenti

    3.45 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more
    Review: "I have known and used Frank as an attorney for over 20 years. I had him defend me in a criminal case and my divorce. He was always there to answer my questions truthfully and expeditiously. I have read all of his reviews and the bad one is so far ..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Frank Davion Edwards

    Frank Davion Edwards

    3.33 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Gave me the best service there was I had a pistol case and he did exactly what he said hewas gone do he beat it in 3 months thanks frank"
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    Kyle F. Fraccaro

    Kyle F. Fraccaro

    3.33 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Litigation and more
    Review: "Kyle, handled my case and did an excellent job of listening to my concerns. He was patient with me through a very difficult time, and took care of things in a timely manner."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Tod Michael Urban

    Tod Michael Urban

    3.29 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Review: "We hired him for my son, and everything he said would happen did happen. He knew the ins and outs, what they would throw our way, and what steps needed to be taken, as a lawyer should! If you don't listen to him or ask questions, then you will not..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Matthew Aaron Katz

    Matthew Aaron Katz

    3.17 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Bankruptcy & Debt and more
    Bio: Matthew A. Katz, Esq., MSW, MBA, grew up in Evanston, Illinois, and has spent his career helping individuals and families navigate difficult transitions with clarity and care. He earned his first degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champ...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Richard J. Forst

    Richard J. Forst

    3.010 reviews Attention
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt
    Review: "Richard Forst handled my Divorce & Bankruptcy. He can be hard to reach at times but whenever we met in person or spoke on the phone, he made me feel like his only client. He was effective & delivered the services I hired him for. I'm satisfied & w..."
    Rating:  4.7
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    Frank Joseph Himel

    Frank Joseph Himel

    3.04 reviews
    Cook County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Litigation, Juvenile Law, General Practice and more
    Review: "When I called Frank we had very little money and a huge case against us. Frank accecpted a very modest retainer and worked diligently on our case. He always kept us informed and never over charged us...as a matter of fact it seemed as if he did ..."
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