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    Lake County Has 395 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 4308 Reviews

    Brian Jacob Kholodovsky

    Brian Jacob Kholodovsky

    4.312 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum and more
    Bio: Having grown up in the Chicagoland area as the child of immigrants, I have always been in touch with Chicago's many immigrant communites. As such, Immigration Law provided a perfect fit. My mission as an attorney is to ensure I provide the highest...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Patrick A. Metcalf

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    Patrick A. Metcalf

    4.78 reviews
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    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum
    IMMIGRATION & DEFENSE LAW ATTORNEY - PIONEERING THE PATHWAY TO A PROMISING FUTURE
    Rating:  7.9
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    Paul Joseph Augustyn

    Paul Joseph Augustyn

    4.36 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Real Estate and more
    Review: "THE BEST OF THE BEST! DO NOT CALL ANYONE ELSE!!!!!! Paul Augustyn can help you as he has helped me. He is not only the most professional and consistent attorney; but thoughtful and considerate on every level. He is the REAL DEAL. He will listen an..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Douglas E. Zeit

    Douglas E. Zeit

    4.36 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Bankruptcy and Debt, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Doug has been my personal lawyer for over 30 years. He has represented me in all levels of law from divorces and child support to criminal cases. I have recommended him to many people over the years. He has always been available for me sometimes a..."
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    Jenet Gonzalez Pequeno

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    Jenet Gonzalez Pequeno

    4.323 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Real Estate and more
    Bio: I enjoy practicing in the area of family law very much. I get to engage with my client's and really put myself alonside them in the trenches. I can empathize with my client's and I can also lay out a strategy for which we will be taking on some of...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Lynn T. Palac

    Lynn T. Palac

    4.311 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Former Prosecutor with more than 15 years experience in working criminal cases including federal crimes, violent crimes, and white collar crimes. Currently focused on Effectively Fighting For You in DUI and Criminal cases. I'm available to work wi...
    Rating:  10
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    Drake Wesley Shunneson

    Drake Wesley Shunneson

    4.34 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Foreclosure and more
    Review: "If you need an assertive, honest, and experienced attorney that will be as invested in your case as you are, look no further. I can say without a doubt that Drake Shunneson is the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of working with and his ..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Elizabeth Marie Vonau

    Elizabeth Marie Vonau

    4.224 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Mediation and more
    Bio: I have practiced law in McHenry County for about 20 years. I grew up in the community and still make it my home today. I am a Partner in KRV Legal, Inc. which means I and my 2 business partners own the company. I am proud to live and work in this ...
    Rating:  10
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    Douglas Rhodes Roberts

    Douglas Rhodes Roberts

    4.25 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Roberts helped me in early 2000's. He won my case and it was dismissed because of his smart representation. He told me I was lucky the cop told the truth but either way he saved me a ton of time and money. It is because of him I am driving now..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Joseph E. Polenzani

    Joseph E. Polenzani

    4.25 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: I grew up in Park Ridge, Illinois and obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree from Illinois State University. In 1987, I received a Juris Doctor degree from the John Marshall Law School in Chicago. From 1987 to 1993 I served as an assistant state’s ...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Ralph William Briscoe

    Ralph William Briscoe

    4.219 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Former highly decorated Police Officer, Police Detective, and Police Supervisor, Illinois Private Detective and Accident Investigator. Worked with numerous Associate Attorneys and Law Firms.
    Rating:  6.5
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    Clay J. Mitchell

    Clay J. Mitchell

    4.17 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Residential, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Clay gave me great representation! He was available before my court appearance to explain the charges and the possible outcomes before the judge. He also explained the ramifications of my actions succinctly, explaining the dangers breaking the law..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Robert Vladimir Deters

    Robert Vladimir Deters

    4.19 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI
    Review: "My wife was charged with DUI, after contacting another attorney and telling her all the facts, she suggested we contact Rob. We could ot be happier with his professionalism and they way he handled our case. He was there for every question my wife ..."
    Rating:  9.4
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    Kevin Malcolm Rosner

    Kevin Malcolm Rosner

    4.04 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I used Kevin Rosner's services for a DUI case. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. He beat my case and charges were dropped. He knows what he is doing and will try his best to help you out. I'm glad I went to him, he is the BEST out there. He ..."
    Rating:  9.0
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    Tracy M. Callahan

    Tracy M. Callahan

    4.04 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "I had an excellent experience with this firm in my divorce with a custody contentions. Tracy took time to explain everything and help me understand the direction we needed to take even when my emotions were clouding my judgement. The outcome was f..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Daniel P. Madigan

    Daniel P. Madigan

    4.04 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: Daniel P. Madigan is the founding and managing partner of Lake Cook Legal Solutions, LLC. He is an experienced attorney who provides customized assistance to every client he represents. He is ready to take his years of experience and put them to w...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Donald J Cosley

    Donald J Cosley

    4.022 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Donald J. Cosley has been representing Illinois residents in criminal defense and family law cases for over 20 years. He has a wealth of courtroom experience and an undying commitment to providing quality client service. He personally handles all ...
    Rating:  10
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    George C. Kililis

    George C. Kililis

    3.911 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Put my local knowledge and vast experience at work for you! I am a trial lawyer at heart and have tried cases from speeding tickets to homicide and everything in between. I have made McHenry County my home. It is where I live and work. I am commit...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Sam Lawrence Amirante

    Sam Lawrence Amirante

    3.911 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Sam L. Amirante, a retired Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County has returned to private practice, where he concentrates in the areas of criminal and civil litigation. While a Judge, Sam Amirante was assigned to the County's Third District Cou...
    Rating:  10
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    Parveen Kumar Goyal

    Parveen Kumar Goyal

    3.76 reviews
    Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "Mr Praveen Goyal is very knowledgeable and experienced immigration Attorney. He helped me in complex immigration case and provided right advice. He is very detail oriented and reviews forms and documents thoroughly. Fees are very reasonable consid..."
    Rating:  6.8
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