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    Eugene Charles Ognibene

    Eugene Charles Ognibene

    5.07 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I had multiple cases pending in multiple counties, all the while I was on probation. I walked on all the new arrests. I am a free man thanks to Gene.""
    Rating:  7.4
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    Douglas E. Zeit

    Douglas E. Zeit

    4.36 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Bankruptcy and Debt, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Doug has been my personal lawyer for over 30 years. He has represented me in all levels of law from divorces and child support to criminal cases. I have recommended him to many people over the years. He has always been available for me sometimes a..."
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    Jennifer C. Healy

    Jennifer C. Healy

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Jennifer C. Healy is the ultimate dynamo as a lawyer. Fast, thorough, knowledgeable and relentless until the job is done. She represents my professional Athletes when they need any assistance. Jennifer is the best!"
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    James C. Bertucci

    James C. Bertucci

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "He’s been my family’s lawyer for a long time. Great person and even better lawyer. High recommend."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Michael J. Conway

    Michael J. Conway

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile and more
    Bio: With more than 29 years of legal experience and a track record of success to commend my Waukegan law firm, I formulate practical solutions to complex criminal law and family law matters. My reputation as a lawyer was built on an in-depth investiga...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Richard Henry Schmack

    Richard Henry Schmack

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Richard Schmack was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Berwyn, Illinois. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois in 1977 with double majors in Political Science and History. In 1980 he received his Juri...
    Rating:  8.1
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    James Phillip Steinman

    James Phillip Steinman

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and more
    Review: "I was in a lengthy marriage and I needed a skilled lawyer to represent me. He provided the experience I needed to help me keep my house and still maintain a reasonable standard of living. If I need an attorney, I will contact J. Phillip Steinman."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Richard C. Kloak

    Richard C. Kloak

    3.68 reviews Attention
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I would have to give Richard kloak 10 stars! Unfortunately i cant because the reviews only call for 5. In 1990 , may to be exact, this attorney went to work for me during a terrible time, he was young and hungry and full of energy! He actually bea..."
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    Blaise Ryan Rogers

    Blaise Ryan Rogers

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Blaise communicated very well with me through this difficult time. The most important thing for me is "staying in the loop" and I never had to worry about this with Mr. Rogers. He will be honest with you, even if it is something you do not want to..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Jason R. Mercure

    Jason R. Mercure

    3.29 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Jason was great to work with! We were very anxious about going to court, however Jason made us feel so much better. He took care of everything and always made us feel like he had our back!"
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    Matthew D. Nemeth

    Matthew D. Nemeth

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Matt Nemeth did an excellant job handling my custody/child support case. He kept me informed and educated me along the way. His office was always quick to return calls and e-mails. Everyone was very helpful and supportive."
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    Richard A. Anderson

    Richard A. Anderson

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "Mr. Anderson kept me informed the entire time, was very personable, reasonably priced, and personally returned my calls in a timely manner. I highly recommend his services!"
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    Michael Eveland Malin

    Michael Eveland Malin

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was referred to Mr. Malin by a VERY reputable criminal defense attorney in both McLean and Livingston Co (Illinois) whom recently retired. He assured me that Mr.Malin would be excellent council to represent me. He stated that “I would need someo..."
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    Carl David Sporny

    Carl David Sporny

    5.02 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Carl was the most capable and compassionate Attorney I have ever met!! Unfortunatly I have met my share of them and he is amazing!!! Strongly reccommend him to anyone who needs a GREAT lawyer!!!"
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    Jason David Majer

    Jason David Majer

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "He did a great job! He did exactly what he was supposed to do! He’s a great lawyer and easy to talk to!"
    Rating:  6.9
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    David J. O'Connor

    David J. O'Connor

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Dave did an outstanding job in both preparing and trying my case. He was able to bring the key facts to light that ultimately impacted the decision. Win or lose, I was comfortable that my case was presented in a thorough and professional manner. I..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Nathan Philip Eimer

    Nathan Philip Eimer

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    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Antitrust & Trade Law, Litigation and more
    Rating:  10
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    William Gaston McLean

    William Gaston McLean

    4.816 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family
    Bio: I am William Gaston McLean III, an immigration attorney from Ocala, Florida. I have fought for the rights of immigrants all over the world ever since I entered law school, and I have been an immigration attorney ever since I received my license to...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Scott Alan Bentley

    Scott Alan Bentley

    5.06 reviews
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Law with a J.D. in 1985. During my stay at SIU, I was involved in the formation of the Sigma Pi fraternity. In 1986, I was hired as a partner of the firm Taradash & Bentley, where I practiced...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Loren A. Seidner

    Loren A. Seidner

    5.01 review
    Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Loren was a former Asst State's Attorney. He knows the judges. That's what matters, so he's a solid choice for criminal representation. Mine was a pretty simple affair but he handled it well through expungement."
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