Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in ZIP 60604 | 48 available
48 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in ZIP code 60604 in Chicago, Indiana. Average rating of these lawyers is 4.6/5 and 56% provide free consultation with average fees of $389 per hour.
Criminal Defense Lawyers Nearby Chicago 60604 (by distance)
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(Chicago Area) 60603 0.2 miles
(Chicago Area) 60602 0.3 miles
(Chicago Area) 60606 0.5 miles
(Chicago Area) 60601 0.6 miles
(Chicago Area) 60661 0.8 miles
(Chicago Area) 60605 0.9 miles
(Chicago Area) 60654 1.0 miles
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28 - 48
$203 - $575
37% - 75%
4.4 - 4.8 ★
Criminal Defense Case Statistics Overview
Criminal Defense Case Timeline
Criminal defense cases in Chicago typically resolve within 2 to 18 months, depending on case complexity, court schedules, and whether the matter proceeds to trial.
Chicago Court Backlog
The Cook County court system often manages a backlog ranging from 500 to 3,000 criminal cases, reflecting both new filings and ongoing matters.
Criminal Defense Chicago Filing Volume
Estimated monthly criminal case filings in Chicago range from 700 to 1,800, based on recent public court data.
Criminal Defense Case Outcomes
Resolution rates vary: approximately 25% of cases resolve before formal charges, 35% after filing but before trial, and about 10% result in favorable trial outcomes for defendants.
FAQs - Criminal Defense Lawyers in 60604 city Chicago How many Criminal Defense lawyers actively serve residents of Chicago, Illinois? Approximately 49 licensed attorneys focus on Criminal Defense across Chicago, Illinois. Most matters are filed through the Illinois District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Criminal Defense lawyers in Chicago, Illinois? In Chicago, typical rates range from $246-$406 per hour for Criminal Defense. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $3081 and $6688, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Criminal Defense matters usually take in courts near Chicago? Criminal Defense cases in Chicago, Illinois usually take around 5-9 months depending on complexity and the Illinois District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Criminal Defense cases for people living in Chicago, Illinois? Residents of Chicago typically see Criminal Defense filings handled by the Illinois District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Criminal Defense? About 67% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Criminal Defense, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
48 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found Near You
Stephanie has had the opportunity to work with some of the most prominent defense attorneys in Cook County. Stephanie has built a reputation on personally and successfully representing individual clients on hundreds of criminal and traffic matters. She has tried cases ranging from DUIs all the way to first degree murder. Stephanie is in court almost everyday and has built a reputation of successfully defending her clients by providing aggressive and diligent legal representation.
Practicing attorney, licensed in the State of Illinois, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Central District of Illinois, and Southern District of Illinois, with a demonstrated history of strong oral advocacy and litigation skills. Practice areas include: state and federal criminal defense, traffic, family law and domestic relations, juvenile, personal injury, civil and commercial litigation, business and corporate law, various state and local regulatory and administrative enforcement proceedings, expungements, appeals, real estate, and overall general practice.
Morris A. Anyah is a top criminal defense and criminal appeals attorney in Chicago. He is a former Cook County prosecutor and war crimes attorney at The Hague. He is now one of the pre-eminent, “go to” lawyers when people search for a top-notch criminal defense or criminal appeals attorney in Chicago. He recently obtained an acquittal for a defendant charged with six counts of first degree murder, after a jury trial before the Circuit Court of Cook County, and he represented former Liberian president Charles Taylor at his war crimes trial in The Hague. Attorney Anyah is a trial lawyer with a reputation for excellence and he brings a wealth of experience (over 20 years) and skill to the cases that he handles. He handles cases in state and Federal court in Chicago and elsewhere, and he founded his law firm with the objective of providing the highest quality of legal representation to persons charged with serious crimes, those appealing unfair and wrongful convictions, and those who have sustained injury due to abuse of power, or the negligence, recklessness, or willfulness of others. As a plaintiff’s personal injury and civil rights attorney in Chicago, he has filed suits and won significant monetary damages for his clients over several years of practice. He is admitted to the bars of several U.S. Federal and state court jurisdictions, including in Illinois, Washington, D.C., and Georgia. Call Attorney Anyah now at.
KELLY MOORE became a partner at McSweeney Moore Law Offices in 2013 after graduating cum laude from the John Marshall Law School. She attended the John Marshall Law School from 2010-2013 and she was able to complete law school in only two and a half years.. Since becoming a partner, Kelly has practiced a variety of criminal law cases; everything from minor traffic offenses to class X felonies. She has participated in bench trials by presenting opening and closing statements, and direct and cross examinations of various witnesses. She has been successful in completing a number of hearings on Motions to Quash Arrest and Suppress Evidence and Preliminary Hearings, for example. Kelly also second chaired an Attempt First Degree Murder case that was set for a jury trial. Some of the more complicated cases that Kelly is currently working on include First Degree Murder, Armed Robbery, and Home Invasion.. During law school, she was ak for the Cook County State's Attorney's Office. There, she observed hundreds of criminal cases, participated in bench trials and motions, wrote legal memoranda and completed discovery. She was also a law clerk for Goldberg Weisman & Cairo, Illinois' largest personal injury and workers' compensation law firm. There, she assisted civil attorneys with legal memoranda, discovery and court filing. Additionally, she was a judicial extern for the domestic relations judges in the Will County Courthouse where she observed hundreds of domestic relations cases, including divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic abuse. She also had the opportunity to draft court orders and write legal memoranda. Kelly is currently the lead attorney on all McSweeney Moore Law Office’s domestic relations cases.. Kelly is on the Executive Board of Directors of the Southwest Bar Association. She became the President in 2020. She is extremely active in the Southwest Bar Association. She is the Chair of their annual scholarship program as well as their annual golf outing. She is also involved in the Bar Program and the Pro Bono program.. KELLY MOORE spent one year in Dublin, Ireland prior to attending law school. She waitressed to earn a living and in her free time, she experienced all of the traditions and customs that Ireland had to offer. After Dublin, Kelly backpacked around Europe for 30 days and travelled to more than 10 countries. Her experience traveling gave her the ability to relate and understand all cultures. Before traveling, Kelly attended Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There she received Bachelors of Arts Degrees in Criminology and Law Studies and Spanish Language and Literature as well as an accompanying Minor in Sociology. Before college, Kelly graduated from St. Ignatius College Prep in Chicago.. KELLY MOORE will utilize her array of knowledge in defense of your criminal, DUI, traffic or Family Law case.
I have over 27 years experience on the defense side in dealing in all Cook County Criminal Trial Courts, Misdemeanor Trial Courts, Felony Branch Courts, Suburban Courts, Misdemeanor Branch Courts, Traffic Courts, Illinois Appellate Court, Illinois Supreme Court, Federal District Court, the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court.. I am licensed to practice in all Illinois State Courts and Federal District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.. I successfully represented clients charged with first degree murder to narcotics possession to criminal trespass to speeding. I believe every client has constitutional rights that need to be proctected.. I provide reasonable fees and honest representation for all.. I realize that most clients and their family members have not dealt with the criminal justice system. This leaves them feeling scared and confused. I am familiar with the criminal justice system, the judges, and the prosecutors. I have an excellent working relationship with the courts, and I strive to offer the best representation possible to my clients.. In the wake of the recent immigration frenzy over the last few years, I have been growing an immigration practice. I have counseled many clients in obtaining legal status in the United States. I have helped U.S. citizens that marry foreign spouses, I have assisted in asylum related cases, change of status situations, work authorizations, and employment-based immigration and naturalization. I have appeared at the USCIS and U.S. Immigration Court.
I am dedicated to protecting your rights and will provide you with the best possible defense.
I am an energetic, motivated, and hard working criminal defense and civil rights attorney. I put my clients first.
I am a criminal defense lawyer that has specialized in criminal defense since I graduated law school, over 22 years. I have practiced criminal defense both in Houston, Texas and in the Chicago area, where my main focus is federal law.. I attended the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in 2000 and have been returning as faculty since 2004. I am Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in the area of Criminal Law and Criminal Apellate law.. I have always have had a passion for defending people accused by the government and believe that a strong defense is a personalized defense based upon the needs of the individual representing. I strive to combine my knowledge of the law and my understanding of my client to formulate a defense strategy that best serves each individual I represent.. In addition to the law, I enjoy running marathons, cycling, triathalons and completed tough mudder event in Austin Texas. I have recently started playing the piano again after 20 years.
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 knows what to expect going into a courtroom. He gained experience as a former prosecutor, building his legal skills and crafting a unique knowledge that now helps him on the other side of the courtroom. Steven holds a 9.5 Superb rating on Avvo and has been included in the Super Lawyers® list. He has the experience, determination, reputation, and will to succeed in your case. Contact his firm at.
Considered one of the "Top 10", for over 30 years Steven Greenberg has been a go to litigator for serious legal cases. He lives and breathes the law. No case is too big, or too small. He realizes that your legal problem is the most important thing in your life and makes it the most important thing in his.He has successfully tried hundreds of cases, including well over 100 jury trials. Steve’s ability to connect with juries and judges is virtually unmatched. Oftentimes after the verdict is returned the jurors will stay to speak to Steve, requesting his card, and sometimes later reaching out to him for their own legal problems.It is not difficult to understand Steve’s passion. When other kids wanted to be a fireman or baseball player, Steve wanted to be a litigator. The law is his work, it is his hobby, it is his entertainment, it is his life. He knows that knowledge, hard work and creative thinking are keys to winning. And that is why people come to Steve-because they want to win.Uniquely, Steve has always had his own firm. He cut his teeth working in the criminal courts, primarily in Chicago. Handling gritty street crimes, murders, and serious federal cases prepared him to be able to understand the courtroom. Being independent has allowed him to be able to work with and learn from some of the finest attorneys in the country, working on some of the biggest cases. His success has ranged from complex criminal matters to multimillion dollar civil matters.
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 Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016; recognition that only 2.5% of practicing lawyers aged 40 years or younger have received. She is also nationally ranked as one of the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Illinois by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.