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    Alison H. Motta

    Alison H. Motta

    4.922 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime
    Review: "Class X felony poss. with intent to distribute 18 kilos of cocain. I went with the lawyers all my boys were using who everybody knew about and he had my case to the point of trial & was pushing me to accept 12 years plea ... I was ready to give up..."
    Rating:  4.7
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    John Joseph Downey

    John Joseph Downey

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "We have obtained his council in several issues of different natures. From dog citations,traffic,and neighborhood harrassment so far the case that have been ruled we have been very satified with the outcome and trust his advice and knowledge greatly."
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    Ryan Patrick Schuenke

    Ryan Patrick Schuenke

    4.19 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family and more
    Bio: Ryan P. Schuenke SCHUENKE LAW FIRM L.L.C. Experienced lawyer Call us confidentially NOW:
    Rating:  7.2
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    Phillip John Oliver

    Phillip John Oliver

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Contracts & Agreements and more
    Review: "Got my dumb ass, at my age should have known better, out of a stupid DUI situation. I'll be the first to admit, we have clashed, personalities I guess, but he does get the job done and does it well. His fees are reasonable. My only suggestion to h..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Patrick William Walsh

    Patrick William Walsh

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Real Estate
    Bio: Trial Lawyer and Real Estate Attorney. I am licensed in Illinois, California and Texas. My background can be found at my website.
    Rating:  7.2
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    Michael David Delcour

    Michael David Delcour

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Michael Delcour is a highly skilled attorney who specializes in federal litigation, with a focus on cybercrimes, data security breaches, national security, anti-terrorism, and the forensic acquisition and use of digital evidence. He has extensive ...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Scott Richard Lassar

    Scott Richard Lassar

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Corporate and Incorporation, Criminal Defense, Litigation and more
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    Alicia Kay Caplan

    Alicia Kay Caplan

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice and more
    Review: "Alicia put her heart and soul into my case and without her I wouldn't have been able to accept the agreement of my case. She was like another family member and I would always laugh during our appointments. She always had a smile on her face and ma..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Bryan Black

    Bryan Black

    4.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Estate Planning and more
    Review: "No way Nancy. Bryan is the best!!! He works hard, gets great results, and really cares. Highly recommended."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Brandon Chase Mayberry

    Brandon Chase Mayberry

    5.026 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: Brandon C. Mayberry grew up in Jonesboro, Illinois. After high school, Brandon attended Shawnee Community College where he earned an Associates of Arts degree in 2010. He then attended Southern Illinois University, where he earned a B.A. in Parale...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Nicholas Robert Recchia

    Nicholas Robert Recchia

    5.013 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Nicholas R. Recchia has recovered in excess of $1,000, on behalf of his clients from both personal injury and worker's compensation settlements and verdicts. My firm has also tried several jury trials and in excess of 50 bench trials to verdict in...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Scott W. Kummer

    Scott W. Kummer

    5.011 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Litigation and more
    Bio: Scott W. Kummer is a partner at the law firm of Boyd & Kummer, LLC. Scott is originally from West Allis, WI. Scott received his B.A. in Philosophy from UW-Milwaukee and his law degree from Depaul Univesity. Scott was previously an associate at the...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Brian C. Papo

    Brian C. Papo

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Estate Planning and more
    Review: "We hired Brian to help with our son's mistake. He was friendly and knowledgeable. He guided us through everything we needed to know and alleviated our fears. His communication was excellent and he got us a result we think was more than fair. We wo..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Bruce Edgar Mattea

    Bruce Edgar Mattea

    4.311 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
    Bio: The Mattea Law Firm is a general practice firm specializing in personal injury and criminal felony and misdemeanor for over 35 years. The firm was established in a community in which Bruce Mattea grew up and has always supported - Collinsville, Il...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Bradford A. Rau

    Bradford A. Rau

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Debt Collection and more
    Review: "I hired Mr Rau in a child custody case...it had been ongoing....Mr Rau won my case when two other attorney's could not...it put a end to suffering of my daughter and I both...Mr Rau is brilliant!!"
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    Eric Todd Telander

    Eric Todd Telander

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "I have so much respect for the Telander family Brad, Brian, and Eric have been great with all my cases. If u ever need help this family of attorneys are focused on what's best for their client and very educated and knowledgeable. I so far had noth..."
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    Dennis George Steeves

    Dennis George Steeves

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "Dennis was a great attorney. He helped my son with his traffic ticket. Would recommend him to anyone looking for a caring responsive attorney."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Cathleen M. Macelroy

    Cathleen M. Macelroy

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "I have hired her for criminal and family law which was combined and i was very satisfied with her work, her price is fair and you get what you pay for , she is not out to take your money which i had to fire another attorney for that reason, she wi..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Jeffery James Nutschnig

    Jeffery James Nutschnig

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Welcome to The Law Offices of Jeffery J. Nutschnig, LLC. I opened my own law practice in Libertyville in August of 2019. Since then, I have enjoyed the opportunity to serve my new and my existing clients. Please keep me in mind for your legal need...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Clay J. Mitchell

    Clay J. Mitchell

    4.17 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 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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