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    Robert Andrew Willis

    Robert Andrew Willis

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Willis has been hired by my immediate family three times. The first two times he got sentenced reduced. The last time he got the case dismissed. We have recommended him numerous times and will continue to do so. He was recommended to me years ..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Angela Reaney

    Angela Reaney

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Drug Crime and more
    Review: "Angela was very responsive and informed. I appreciate her proactive approach."
    Rating:  8.6
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    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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    Jason S. Allen

    Jason S. Allen

    5.041 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, General Practice
    Review: "All the good things! A professional expert with a passion for his clients! You can’t ask for more! The best!"
    Rating:  6.5
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    Nrupa Amitkumar Patel

    Nrupa Amitkumar Patel

    5.05 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Nrupa Patel is a former prosecutor and can use her criminal law experience to represent you in court. Nrupa joined the BRE Law team as a partner in June of 2017. Nrupa is an experienced litigator, having served as a Macon County prosecutor for fou...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Linda Jeananne Martin Watson

    Linda Jeananne Martin Watson

    4.324 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Alimony and more
    Review: "I am not quite sure where to begin...I had originally hired a previous lawyer to represent me for my divorce (which started in 2019). The previous lawyer did not seem to be doing much work on my case nor did did I feel heard when I explained my ca..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    Albert Lawrence Wysocki

    Albert Lawrence Wysocki

    5.04 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: Albert L. Wysocki is the founding attorney at the Lake County criminal defense firm, Albert L. Wysocki Attorney At Law. Attorney Wysocki earned his Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in Criminal Justice, and his Juris Doctorate degree from the Il...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Robert Allan Fisher

    Robert Allan Fisher

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime and more
    Review: "Other attorneys said i needed to take a deal that was ending up with time. Down to 30 months. He informed me what trial would cost and due to officer statements and other statements forced out of a witness in writing most likely not being able to ..."
    Rating:  9.4
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    David Mitchell Kaleel

    David Mitchell Kaleel

    5.05 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: David Kaleel has earned a reputation for fighting for the little guy. His energetic law firm is able to assist you in matters pertaining to Personal Injury, Worker's Compensation, Criminal Law / DUI and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. The heart of their pra...
    Rating:  8.3
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    William Joseph Luby

    William Joseph Luby

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I received a speeding ticket for a driving speed which could qualify for a class A misdemeanor. Through Mr. Luby's persistent and diligent work, the court completely threw out my ticket. I did not even have to attend court nor pay any court fines...."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Edward R. Moor

    Edward R. Moor

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Class Action and more
    Review: "Attorney Ed Moor recently represented me and my businesses in a complex business dispute. He worked very hard at putting together a very solid case on my behalf and did not miss or overlook even the smallest of details that could have mattered in ..."
    Rating:  9.4
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    Shekar Jayaraman

    Shekar Jayaraman

    5.07 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Probate, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: Attorney Shekar Jayaraman, Esq., LL.M has a multi-faceted background of both public and private sector experience. He is passionate, zealous, and detail oriented. Notably, Attorney Jayaraman was a Judicial Clerk for a United States Magistrate, wit...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Megan Therese Lafata

    Megan Therese Lafata

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Lafata Law LLC Founder, Attorney Megan Lafata Megan earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Iowa and began working as a law clerk with a prominent DuPage County law firm specializing in local prosecutions, criminal defense, and family...
    Rating:  7.3
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    James J. Laraia

    James J. Laraia

    5.03 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Review: "Jay, is not only a good attorney but also a good counselor. He did a great job in representing me in my divorce, he was transparent and always explained things and presented me with options. I trust him and his expertise."
    Rating:  10
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    Patrick A. Metcalf

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    Patrick A. Metcalf

    4.78 reviews
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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum
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    Rating:  7.9
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    Ned C Khan

    Ned C Khan

    5.012 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
    Bio: My job is to use all of my skill and knowledge about the legal field to obtain the best possible result for you. I treat each client's case as if it were my own and will strongly advocate for you leaving no stone unturned. I understand that each c...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Joel Phillip Murphy

    Joel Phillip Murphy

    4.710 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Joel received his B.A. from Southern Illinois University while majoring in the Administration of Justice and with double minors in Spanish and Zoology. Joel also earned his Juris Doctorate at the Southern Illinois University School of Law. While i...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Timijanel Boyd Odom

    Timijanel Boyd Odom

    4.86 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Family
    Bio: Experience, Quality, Affordable I have been licensed to practice law for 30 years. After graduating from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1989, I worked with Legal Assistance Foundation of Chicago handling Landlord/tenant, Eviction, Disability A...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Daniel Q. Herbert

    Daniel Q. Herbert

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Administrative Law and more
    Bio: Former Chicago Police Officer- Born and raised on Chicago’s Northside, Dan followed in his father’s footsteps, becoming a Chicago police officer and working as a member of Chicago’s Police Department for nearly ten years receiving numerous awards,...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Bayarjargal T. Sereenen

    Bayarjargal T. Sereenen

    5.064 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Real Estate and more
    Bio: Although I specialize and focus in Immigration Law, I do provide legal services for my clients in Criminal Defense, DUI & Traffic, Real Estate, and Family Law, areas. Also, I advise clients on all types of contracts, business transaction, and busi...
    Rating:  8.6
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    James Kassir

    James Kassir

    4.931 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: I’ve been fortunate to have incredible parents and mentors who taught me how to treat those facing adversity with compassion. I’ve spent my entire career fighting for those stuck in our complex legal system. I haven’t spent my career financially e...
    Rating:  9.0
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