Top Rated Illinois 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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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Review: "My son was arrested for felony drug possession We talk to one experienced Lawyer and we were told my son would get 4-6 years in prison. Matt Paulson told us if he took the case how he would defend my son and try to get no prison time. Mr. Paulson ..."

Rating: 7.0

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

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

Bio: As a premier Chicago criminal lawyer, attorney Joel A. Whitehouse was trained and attended Kent College of Law where he received his Jurist Doctor with High Honors and received the American Jurist Prudence Award in Criminal Procedure. After Law Sc...

Rating: 7.8

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice

Review: "Kim represented our son and was not only there as a representative from a legal standpoint but also as a compassionate and caring person. She explained things thoroughly and walked everyone through the steps during every point in the process. We c..."

Rating: 7.5

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Bankruptcy & Debt and more

Review: "Reach out to John: (276) 252-2332 I am giving a testimony on how I was homeless and I had an eviction on my credit that wouldn't let anyone rent or sell to me. I needed to fix my credit and remove the eviction. John worked on my profile as I was d..."

Rating: 7.2

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: My clients are my top priority. Every client is treated with courtesy and respect. I am dedicated to achieving the best outcome for every client. As your attorney, your best interests will not be compromised.

Rating: 8.3

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and more

Representing clients who have suffered serious or catastrophic personal injuries

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights

Bio: I have aggresively and successfully represented people charged with crimes all over the United States. I have an incredible success rate at trial and have taken on the most difficult cases. I have gained a tremendous amount of respect with the Jud...

Rating: 7.1

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Residential, Education

Review: "Mr. Petrakis is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I am a senior on disability and was falsely charged by the Cary Illinois Police Department with several domestic felonies and misdemeanors. At the end of my bench trial, my judge was fair and..."

Rating: 7.3

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: Mr. Chatzky enjoys the recognition of the Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers and an "AV" Peer Review Rating. Mr. Chatzky is also listed among Illinois "Super Lawyers". Mr. Chatzky dedicates himself to resolving disputes for his ...

Rating: 9.1

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family and more

Bio: Sarah Sherer-Kohlburn in an associate attorney, currently licensed to practice law in Missouri and New York and in the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Illinois. Ms. Sherer-Kohlburn graduated Summa Cum Laude from Washington Univ...

Rating: 7.7

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and more

Representing victims and family members who have suffered serious injuries or death

Rating: 10

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

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

Bio: As the managing partner at Wiener Law Group, LLC, Aaron focuses his practice on criminal defense work. No matter the nature of the charges you are facing, Aaron will work with you to determine the best defense strategy and minimize the consequence...

Rating: 7.5

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years

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

Bio: Attorney Jim Mullenix has a 30-year background as an assistant public defender, with a remarkable track record of acquittals for his clients. Highly experienced in the areas of criminal defense and dispute resolution, Jim draws on extensive trial ...

Rating: 8.0

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "This is the best lawyer anyone can ask for he helped my older brother tremendously with keeping his sentence from 25 years to 10 and only having to serve half. I absolutely love him he is straightforward and funny."

Rating: 7.0

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Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: Jason Netzley is an attorney and mediator who concentrates his practice on criminal defense, family law, drivers license reinstatement, probate, wills, trusts, and estates. He is a graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Law and previou...

Rating: 7.9

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