Top Rated Chicago, IL Criminal Defense Lawyers

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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Law Office of Steven Fine
53 West Jackson Blvd. Suite 1263, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights

Bio: For 20 years, Steven Fine has been practicing law. As a Chicago criminal defense attorney, he knows how to handle all types of charges, from sex crimes to theft offenses. Steven understands the complex nature of the criminal justice system and kno...

Rating: 9.5

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The Toney Law Firm, LLC
105 W. Adams Street, Suite 2150, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more

Bio: Sarah has been representing defendants in cases ranging from misdemeanors through reckless homicides for the past 18 years. She was an Adjunct Professor at Loyola University of Chicago School of Law for 13 years where she taught Legal Writing, as ...

Rating: 10

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O'Meara Law LLC
53 W Jackson Blvd, Ste 919, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Michael O’Meara, a former Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney, defends individuals who have been charged with all types of felonies and misdemeanors, including murder, sexual assault, drug possession, weapon possession, theft, battery, burglary...

Rating: 9.5

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Abdallah Law P.C.
875 N. Michigan Suite 3100, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights

Bio: As one of Cook County’s most respected criminal defense attorneys, Attorney Zaid Abdallah is the Co-Founder of Abdallah Law. Mr. Abdallah graduated from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago with his Juris Doctor degree. He has committed his leg...

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Dalton Law, LLC
53 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1550, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Civil Rights and more

Bio: Blaire Dalton is the leading lawyer at the Chicago criminal defense firm, Dalton Law, LLC. Dalton is known to be compassionate and dedicated to her clients, while also aggressive and creative in the courtroom. Attorney Dalton was selected as a Ris...

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Kostopoulos Law Group, LLC
125 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 300A, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

Bio: Gus Kostopoulos is a former prosecutor with over 18 years experience successfully handling criminal law matters. As a prosecutor, Mr. Kostopoulos was nominated to first chair in the courtroom. Mr. Kostopoulos handles all criminal defense matters i...

Rating: 9.7

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J. Moskowitz Law LLC
53 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1401, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Real Estate

Review: "Jeff not only researched my personal information, he provided me with pertinent actions to take prior to appearing in court. At my court date, Jeff was prompt, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He conducted himself professionally, and he displayed..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Chicago (Berwyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: Kirk Ellsworth joined Consumer Law Group in 2015, where he has focused his areas of practice on criminal defense and family based immigration relief. Kirk believes that criminal defense and immigration law go hand in hand, and that experience in b...

Rating: 6.3

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Ktenas Law
739 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: Ktenas Law was founded to help individuals solve their legal problems. We have spent years in the courtroom handling complex legal matters in many areas of the law. We work hard for our clients so that they can go about their normal lives. Alexand...

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Edward J. Austin, P.C.
650 N. Dearborn Street, Suite 750, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "A straight shooter, will work the personal relationships on behalf of his client. Strong appearance in the court room commands the attention of states attorney and confidence of the judge to gain the advantage defendant is looking for in a lawyer."

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Law Office of Robert J. Callahan
53 West Jackson, Suite 1442, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more

If you are in need of a criminal defense lawyer, it is natural to have lots of questions. Robert

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Goodman Law Offices
53 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime and more

Bio: Firm represents persons charged with serious crimes in state and federal courts throughout the Midwest. Appellate practice is nationwide. Firm has the rare distinction of having won major criminal cases at every level of the state and federal cour...

Rating: 7.9

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Phil Haddad Law
5113 S Harper Ave #2c, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more

Bio: I have experience providing legal advice, counsel, and representation during all stages of personal injury cases and criminal matters. Through my experience working in the legal field, I have discovered that the best results are achieved when the ...

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Law Office of Brandon Brown
4659 S. Cottage Grove Avenue, Suite 202, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights and more

Bio: Brandon Brown is an aggressive, no-nonsense, experienced trial lawyer. Mr. Brown's practice is devoted primarily to matters within the Criminal Justice system. Since entering private practice Mr. Brown has served, led and/or assisted in the succes...

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Driver Defense Team
53 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1401, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more

Driver Defense Team: The Law Firm For Drivers

Rating: 8.7

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Law Offices of Michael P. Schmiege
53 West Jackson Blvd., #1515, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more

Bio: Michael Schmiege is the leading lawyer at the Chicago criminal defense firm, the Law Offices of Michael P. Schmiege. Attorney Schmiege was selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ Editions of 2009-2013; recognition that only 2.5%...

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Law Offices of Kenneth C. Lorenz, PC
641 W. Lake Street, Suite 400, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Expungement and more

An experienced trial attorney with the insider knowledge of a former prosecutor.

Rating: 7.5

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Erickson & Oppenheimer
223 West Jackson Blvd, Suite 200, Chicago, IL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, DUI & DWI

Bio: Jon F. Erickson has been a successful lead trial attorney in some of Chicago’s most challenging courtrooms for the past 24 years. As an author, litigator and advisor, Jon F. Erickson has developed an expertise in criminal defense and civil rights ...

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