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    Jeffrey Billie Douglas Jacobs

    Jeffrey Billie Douglas Jacobs

    5.09 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more
    Review: "Mr. Jacobs worked on two cases for me. In both situations he kept me totally informed and his presentation of the facts and his research were explained to me in laymen's terms. I had strong confidence in his ability to represent my interests in bo..."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Jeffrey J. Kent

    Jeffrey J. Kent

    4.816 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I hired JEFFERY KENT to represent my son, when he was wrongfully arrested on a gun charge. I found MR.KENT on the internet when I was searching for a lawyer. Jeff is a very experienced crimial attorney.He knowns the law and is very knowledgeable i..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Michael Thomas Navigato

    Michael Thomas Navigato

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Litigation
    Review: "We really like having Micheal as our lawyer he always returns calls and takes the time to explain things to you .. I have used him for real estate transaction , defense for a DUI for a family member and one other time .. He is never to busy to cal..."
    Rating:  9.2
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    John Jay Eannace

    John Jay Eannace

    4.715 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate
    Bio: Over thirty-four years of extensive trial experience. Previously served as an assistant State's Attorney for Cook County for 15 years. Responsible for the prosecution of several high-profile felony cases, served as Supervisor of the Felony Review ...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Robert F. Stringini

    Robert F. Stringini

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Stringini & Garvey, P.C., understand that the legal process can often be challenging and complex to navigate. Some individuals who have been charged with a crime believe that they can defend themselves while being questioned by the police. However...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Scott Patrick Delaney

    Scott Patrick Delaney

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    Bio: Originally from Berwyn, Illinois, I graduated from Fenwick High School in Oak Park and the College (now University) of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois. At St. Francis I earned a B.A. in Journalism/Communications and worked as a radio announcer for...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Chris R. Brockman

    Chris R. Brockman

    5.06 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Appeals and more
    Bio: While attending school at the University of Dayton School of Law, I focused on gaining as much practical experience as possible. Clubs and the Law Review sounded nice on paper, but I wanted the practical experience you just cannot get in school. I...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Torrie Mark Newsome

    Torrie Mark Newsome

    5.044 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "Torrie was very kind and helpful during my whole case. I couldn’t have done it without him. He is the lawyer to hire for sure!"
    Rating:  7.5
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    Shelby Prusak

    Shelby Prusak

    5.06 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: The Prusak Law Group handles all criminal matters ranging from simple traffic, DUI, and misdemeanor cases to all felony cases including weapons charges, complex narcotics, armed robbery, attempted murder, kidnapping, sexual assault, and murder. Ms...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Elliot A. Pinsel

    Elliot A. Pinsel

    5.05 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, White Collar Crime and more
    Review: "Have used Elliot multiple times and every time he walks into the court room he gets things done. Usually always the first one to see the judge and he knows all the DA's. You can't go wrong by picking Elliot to represent you."
    Rating:  8.2
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    Paul W. Plotnick

    Paul W. Plotnick

    5.01 review
    Illinois 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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    Todd Michael Goebel

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    Todd Michael Goebel

    4.971 reviews
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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Business and more
    Bio: Todd Goebel graduated with Honors from the University of Illinois College of Business with a degree in Finance in 1998. In 2001 he graduated cum laude from the SIU School of Law. During all three years of law school, Mr. Goebel worked as a law cle...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Brett Andrew Appelman

    Brett Andrew Appelman

    4.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Landlord & Tenant
    Bio: In 2007, Brett Appelman established Appelman Law LLC with the fundamental goal of safeguarding the rights of individuals accused of crimes. He firmly advocates that every defendant, irrespective of their charges, deserves the most robust legal def...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Nicholas M. Carrescia

    Nicholas M. Carrescia

    5.026 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I was raised in Channahon, Illinois. I graduated from Minooka High School. I received my Bachelor's Degree from Illinois State University in 2010, where I majored in Politics and Government and minored in Legal Studies. I was actively involved in ...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Christopher Vincent Langone

    Christopher Vincent Langone

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Consumer Protection and more
    Bio: Christopher Langone has over 25 years experience in employment law. In addition he is a committed consumer advocate, zealous criminal defense lawyer, and Adjunct Professor at Oakton Community College. FREE CONSULTATION if you mention you were refe...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Todd Brian Projansky

    Todd Brian Projansky

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I have been practicing since 1993. My practice consists of traffic, DUIs, Driver License Restoration, Administrative Law, and Criminal Law. I have also handled bankruptcy matters, personal injury cases and some Civil matters. My sole form of adver...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Elder Granger

    Elder Granger

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "Elder not only treats you as a human being and not just a number but he is not just collecting a pay check. He takes pride in winning every case and will give you the attention you deserve unlike many other lawyers. I wish I had had Elder as my at..."
    Rating:  8.2
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    Daniel Lynn Fultz

    Daniel Lynn Fultz

    4.714 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Handles only criminal matters. Nothing too big or too small. Same high level of service to everybody. I'm very happy with him and have used him several times for my son."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Gino Fimbianti

    Gino Fimbianti

    5.08 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Mr. Fimbianti began he career in law enforcement when he became a police officer in 1990. As a police officer, he served as a patrol officer, tactical officer and detective. He also has received specialized training and served as a Juvenile Office...
    Rating:  8.9
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    James R. Doerr

    James R. Doerr

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Chicago Blaze Rugby Football Club - Past President and Vice President.
    Rating:  8.1
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