Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in ZIP 60661 | 9 available

9 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in ZIP code 60661 in Chicago, Indiana. Average rating of these lawyers is 5/5 and 59% provide free consultation with average fees of $397 per hour.

Criminal Defense Lawyers Nearby Chicago 60661 (by distance)

Within 1 mile near you

(Chicago Area) 60606 0.4 miles

(Chicago Area) 60607 0.7 miles

(Chicago Area) 60654 0.7 miles

(Chicago Area) 60604 0.8 miles

(Chicago Area) 60602 0.8 miles

(Chicago Area) 60603 0.9 miles

Within 5 miles near you

(Chicago Area) 60601 1.1 miles

(Chicago Area) 60611 1.5 miles

(Chicago Area) 60610 1.5 miles

(Chicago Area) 60605 1.7 miles

Active Lawyers

5 - 9

Hourly Fees

$193 - $600

Free Consultations

35% - 83%

Average Rating

4.8 - 5.0 ★


Criminal Defense Case Statistics Overview

Criminal Defense Case Timeline

Min2Max18

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

Low500Medium1500High3000

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

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Estimated monthly criminal case filings in Chicago range from 700 to 1,800, based on recent public court data.

Criminal Defense Case Outcomes

Pre-litigation25Post-filing35Trial10

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 60661 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.

9 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found Near You

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Sandra Byrd, Attorney at Law

Sandi Byrd entered private practice in October 2002 following nearly six years working as an attorney in the Kane County Public Defender's Office. Since entering private practice Sandi has represented clients in Kane, DuPage, Kendall, DeKalb, and Cook Counties. Sandi graduated from the Indiana University School of Law in 1996 and was admitted to practice law in Illinois and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois the same year. Since the beginning of her career Sandi has focused her practice almost exclusively in criminal defense. She has successfully tried many jury and bench trials including everything from minor traffic offenses to murder cases. Sandi is an active member of the Kane County Bar Association, currently serving as it General Counsel and as a member of the Criminal Law Committee, and is also a member of the Illinois State Bar Association.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Law Offices of Kenneth C. Lorenz, PC

Kenneth has extensive trial experience, having taken over 100 jury trials and bench trials to verdict.  A zealous advocate, Kenneth represents clients in both state and criminal cases as well as in various civil litigation matters.  As a prosecutor, he coordinated numerous investigations with local and federal law enforcement agencies and prosecuted thousands of cases in the traffic, domestic violence, juvenile, felony review and gang & narcotics divisions.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Todd Projansky

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 advertisement is the good old fashioned business card.  I work hard for my clients and hope that they will refer others based on the positive results.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: The Herbert Law Firm

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, including a Distinguished Service Award for his role in the shooting apprehension of a dangerous offender. During his tenure on the CPD, he attended night school and earned a Masters Degree in Criminal Justice from Lewis University, then enrolled in law school and earned his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law.. Former Prosecutor- After earning his law degree, Dan left the CPD and went to work as a Cook County Prosecutor for the following four years. As an assistant state’s attorney, he began by prosecuting DUIs and his continuous hard work and success saw him promoted to the Felony Narcotics Unit where he handled street level and long-term conspiracy cases. He spent his final year in the Felony Trial Division, prosecuting violent crimes including armed robberies, criminal sexual assaults and murders, serving as lead attorney in over 100 trials and further developing his expertise as a litigator and an aggressive advocate.. Former In-house Attorney For the Fraternal Order of the opportunity to serve as in-house counsel for the Fraternal Order of Police, Dan left the state’s attorney office and presided over Chicago Lodge #7 for the ensuing five years. His diverse practice involved the representation of hundreds of officers in criminal, civil, labor and administrative proceedings throughout his five year tenure at the FOP.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago - Kent College of Law

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Anderson and Boback

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Yelp Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Total Attorneys

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Yelp Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Evans, Loewenstein, Shimanovsky & Moscardini

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

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