Top Best Criminal Defense Lawyers | 14570 Available

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Criminal Defense lawyer in your area do?

A Criminal Defense lawyer helps clients pursue compensation for injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages related to Criminal Defense cases in your area.

How much does a Criminal Defense lawyer cost in your area?

Most Criminal Defense lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win the case. Fees are usually a percentage of the settlement or verdict.

When should I hire a Criminal Defense lawyer in your area?

You should contact a Criminal Defense lawyer as soon as possible after the incident to protect evidence, meet legal deadlines, and improve your chances of receiving compensation.

How do I choose the best Criminal Defense lawyer in your area?

Look for attorneys with experience handling Criminal Defense cases, strong client reviews, and a track record of successful settlements or verdicts.


14570 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Clarendon Hills 60514
Firm: Connolly Law Office, P.C.

I am an attorney with a broad range of legal experience.  Since beginning my legal career in 2002 I have worked as a criminal prosecutor, a commercial litigator, a deputy general counsel, and now a private practicioner with my own firm.. In addition to my civilian career, I am also a Major in the United States Army Reserve where I currently serve as a Judge Advocate.  I began my military service in R.O.T.C. at John Carroll University.  I was commissioned a Second Lieutenant upon graduation from college in 1996 and served on active duty.  In 1999, I left active duty to attend law school and joined the Illinois Army National Guard.  In 2000, I joined the Army Reserve.. In 2003, I was recalled to active duty and mobilized to the Middle East in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.. I reside in the suburbs of Chicago and when I am not working I enjoy spending time with family and friends, working out, running, biking, tennis, and fishing.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
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Location: Clarendon Hills 60514
Firm: Michael Byrne

Mike Byrne is highly experienced, personable and competitive with over 25 years of experience trying hundreds of criminal and traffic cases. Mike began as a public defender and quickly rose to the elite murder task force prior to entering private practice 20 years ago where he is highly respected by his peers, prosecutors, and judges. Mike has achieved the highest rating Matindale-Hubbell awards for legal ability when anonymously rated by other lawyers and judges.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
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Location: Clarendon Hills 60514
Firm: Law Offices of James M. Bailey II

As you can see, I have just retired from the Cook County State's Attorney's Office where I was a senior attorney in both the Criminal and Civil Divisions. I have experience in dealing with very complex issues, judges and fellow attorneys. I have the respect and admiration of my fellow attorneys based upon my uncompromising integrity and inexhaustible preparedness for my clients. I am compassionate with my clients because I believe everyone deserves an impassioned defense by a knowledgeable and experienced attorney. I have practiced in every courthouse in the Northern District of Illinois Both State and Federal) and throughout the State in the Workers' Compensation Commission.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
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Location: Chicago 60639
Firm: Lyle S. Cohen

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
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Location: Itasca 60143
Firm: Michael James Harrison

Michael J. Harrison is a former DuPage County DUI and Felony Prosecutor.. I was a former first chair prosecutor with the DuPage County States Attorney's office and I have extensive knowledge and trial experience.. I am also a former Deputy Chief of Police and police supervisor with 20 years experience as a police officer. I am a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy in Washington D.C... During my career as a defense attorney, I have handled over 5,000 DUI and criminal law cases including felony DUI and Reckless Homicide cases. Because of my unique experience, I know both sides of the a DUI case and both sides of the legal system. Because of my experience I am able to recognize and take full advantage of any weakness in the prosecution's case for the benefit of my client.. Most importantly, I offer free initial consultation and I invite my clients to call me at any time throughout my representation. This is one of the most difficult and trying times of your life. I understand this. I am always available to speak with my clients throughout their ordeal with the court system.. I offer reasonable rates and payment plans. Because I have a private practice with a select client base you are ensured complete commitment to your cause.. Call the Law Office of Michael J. Harrison at for a free initial consultation.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
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Location: Roselle 60172
Firm: Peter M. Tumminaro

Peter brings with him more than thirty years of experience as an attorney, eight years of which he served as a prosecutor. He has a well-known reputation in the field of DUI and criminal defense in DuPage, Cook and Kane Counties. He is dedicated to a very high level of professional service.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
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Location: Highland Park 60035
Firm: Tina M. Gagliano Mandell, Attorney at Law

As an attorney who has been in and out of the courtroom daily for the last 10 years, I have confirmed what I have always known that I am glad that I became a lawyer. My ability to look at both sides of an issue and antcipate the way the prosecution or the opposition will present an argument helps me when going to trial in a case or negotiating settlements. I am passionate about helping my clients!. Thank you to both of my parents who encouraged me to study hard and pursue my goals.  I graduated with honors from Eastern Illinois University in only three years and went on to attend DePaul University College of Law, where I met my husband (and fellow attorney).  I currently live in the Northern Suburbs with my husband and a stuffed panda.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
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Location: Bloomington 61701
Firm: Jeff W. Lindsay, P.C.

Jeff W. Lindsay, at is a graduate of Illinois State University and DePaul University College of Law. Mr. Lindsay is licensed to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the Supreme Court of Illinois, the United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. His practice areas include estate planning, elder law, family law, business law, consumer law, real estate transactions, collections, and criminal defense. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the McLean County Bar Association, Rotary International, and the Sigma Chi Fraternity. He represents multiple not-for-profit organizations, founded  and has lectured on Philanthropy & Planned Giving at Yale University, University of New Haven, University of Northern Arizona, University of Missouri, and DePaul University.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Bloomington 61701
Firm: Finegan & Rinker

After attending the University of Illinois for Undergraduate school I attended Northern Illinois University School of Law.  I was a Prosecutor for the McLean County State's Attorney's office before leaving the office to practice with my father Jim Finegan. I specialize in Criminal Defense, including DUIs, felony cases, drugs cases, expungements and orders of protection and will use my background as a Prosecutor to help you defend your case.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Bloomington 61701
Firm: Foster Law Firm

Jane Foster is an experienced criminal law attorney that has the knowledge and skills to defend you and protect your rights in criminal cases. There are many possible consequences in criminal cases so you need an attorney that is knowledgeable and willing to work for you. Having served as the First Assistant State's Attorney in McLean County until June 30, 2012, Jane is uniquely qualified to represent you in all your criminal matters. Contact her today so she can work to protect you and your rights.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
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Location: Bloomington 61701
Firm: Finegan & Rinker

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (312) 313-8494
Location: Orland Park 60462

Loyalty.  It's not just a word to Boris Djulabic.  It is a way of life.  Boris Djulabic is a principal attorney and founding partner of D&O Law Group.  A first generation Croatian American – Boris  grew up speaking Croatian at home and English in the Chicago Public School system.  Boris grew up on the East Side, a working-class neighborhood on the far south side of Chicago cast the shadows of once-mighty steel mills.  Boris often worked side by side with his immigrant father, forging a deep work ethic that is ingrained in him to this day.  Boris attended  St. Francis De Sales High School and learned the value of an education.  Boris also developed a sense of loyalty to the city that raised him and set forth on a path that would forge deep ties to his neighbors.  That sense of loyalty led Boris to accept the honor of being selected as the commencement speaker for a recent St. Francis De Sales graduating class.. After his years at De Sales, Boris attended the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana where he made many international friends and began to realize that he could use his education to help those around him.  Inspired by a professor and his desire to help others, Boris decided to attended law school and enrolled at The John Marshall Law School in Chicago.   While earning his Juris Doctor degree Boris worked as a law clerk in a premier personal injury law firm with deep ties to the community.  Boris also  served his community by clerking at the Cook County State's Attorney's Office, where he was able to practice law under the guidance of veteran prosecutors.  Boris knew from these early experiences that the path of the litigator spoke to him.. Prior to co-founding the D&O Law Group, Boris  was honored to be appointed an Assistant State’s Attorney at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office.  Boris began his legal career helping others by handling thousands of family law matters in Chicago and throughout suburban Cook County.  Boris enjoyed assisting countless individuals through parentage and child support issues.. Boris was soon promoted.  His new duties included handling felony and misdemeanor narcotics cases.  His responsibilities included handling cases ranging from possession and delivery of controlled substances to weapons offenses, traffic cases, property crimes, crimes against persons, and sex offenses.  One of Boris' specialties is search and seizure law, primarily as related to narcotics offenses.  Boris' work as an Assistant State's Attorney also included working with victims of crime, police officers and detectives reviewing cases for felony approval.  He has also handled countless bond and preliminary hearings, motions to quash and suppress evidence and identifications, bench and jury trials.  Boris developed a strong sense of comfort in a courtroom while working with opposing counsel and Judges at the Cook County Criminal Courts building located at "26th and Cal", many of whom have become close friends of his.. Realizing he could help people in other ways, Boris developed a successful real estate practice where he helps his clients make the most important purchase or sale of their lives; their home.  Whether buying or selling a condominium, single or multi-family home, Boris always has the client's interests at heart.  On behalf of his clients, Boris deals with lenders, title companies, real estate agents, and opposing counsel so his clients can focus on the benefits of buying or selling their dream homes.. Throughout his early life, formative years at college and law school, and legal career Boris realized that loyalty was all-important.  He works tirelessly on behalf of his clients so they don't have to.  Those who have been represented by Boris in real estate transactions and those that have worked with him in criminal courtrooms have experienced his protective nature.  Whether you are more comfortable speaking in Croatian, Serbian, Bosnian, or English, give Boris a call today and experience that loyalty first-hand.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
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Location: Chicago 60628
Firm: Law Office of Christopher M. R. Wright

Christopher has been instrumental in facilitating positive outcomes for criminal and civil cases. With well over half a decade of industry experience, Christopher is the sole principal owner of the Law Office of Christopher M.R. Wright.. Most notably, Christopher has successfully represented a variety of clients. He is a graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law. He is an active member of the Illinois Bar Association and the Cook County Bar Association. Outside of the office, Christopher enjoys watching sports, traveling, art, and staying active. He grew up in Illinois and he currently lives in the Chicagoland area. His practice specializes in the following areas: dui/dwi, traffic, criminal, plaintiff evictions, and family law.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Orland Park 60462
Firm: The Law Office of Michael F. Carroll

Sole practitioner at The Law Offices of Michael F. Carroll, with offices in Orland Park, IL. Previously partner in the Orland Park law firm of Carroll & Truesdale, P.C. Past (2007-2008) President of the Southwest Bar Association. Member of the Will County Bar Association. Member of the Illinois State Bar Association. Past-President and Past-Secretary of the Orland Park Lions Club and Charter Member of the Orland Park Law Enforcement Organization. Former police officer. Practice concentrated in the areas of Criminal/Traffic/DUI Defense, Commercial & Residential Real Estate Matters & General Litigation.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Orland Park 60462
Firm: Law Offices of Oscar H. Brown, Jr

ACCUSED OF A CRIME?. ----Your cleared name is our top priority.. Our commitment to the law and the practice of law is superior work, superior service, superior strategy for the fulfillment of the promise of the United States Constitution, and both Federal and State Statutes of equal justice to all, and for all…with Quality, Honest, Knowledge, Strategy and Service. We are a Criminal Defense law firm; our main concentration is in the area of criminal law.  We provide service in some limited areas of law such as landlord-tenant and Post-Decree enforcement as well…. We Live by the motto: “If you have a problem, we have a solution”

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5
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Location: Moline 61265
Firm: Hanna & Ruud, LLC Attorneys at Law

Defending client for 26 years in State and Federal Courts.   Member of National College for DUI Defense and Graduate of DUI Harvard Session.   Certified Field Sobriety Expert. Certified Breath Machine Operator for Datamaster and Intoxillyzer.   Advanced Blood and Urine seminar graduate. Suppression of more than 3000 lbs of contraband as Henry County Drug Trafficing Defense Attorney.  Success defense of hundreds of DUI and OWI cases in Rock Island, Mercer, Henry, Whiteside, Scott, Muscatine, Johnson, and Clinton Counties in Iowa and Illinois.   Successful defense in Federal Court where possession and trafficing of  hundred pounds of  marijuana resulted in immediate release from custody and probation sentence rather than prison.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
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Location: Rock Island 61201
Firm: Paulson & Vandersnick Law

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
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Location: Rock Island 61201
Firm: Rock Island County Public Defender's Office

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Yorkville 60560
Firm: McAdams & Sartori LLC

After leaving the Will County State's Attorney's office, I have focused a majority of my practice on criminal defense. I handle everything from simple traffic matters to complex felony cases in a variety of different collar counties. I also enjoy handling evictions representing landlords from the beginning to the end. Depending on my schedule, I will also handle a handful of family law matters.

Avvo Rating: Rated 1.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
+1 (309) 244-4184
Location: Davenport 52807
Firm: Puryear Law P.C.

My name is Eric D. Puryear, and I am an Attorney at Law who is licensed in the states of Illinois and Iowa.. My philosophy. I founded Puryear Law. P.C. to provide clients with professional, prompt, and diligent legal services.  I firmly believe that the role of an attorney is to help his clients with the many legal issues that each of us faces in the modern world, and to do so in a way that builds trust and confidence.  Towards that end, I pride myself on taking as much time as is needed to meet with my clients – face to face.  Along the sames lines, I ensure that phone calls and emails to my office are promptly returned, and that clients are not left waiting for the legal services that I know they need.  In sum, I don’t consider my job done until my client’s needs have been fully met.. As a person with extensive computer and technology experience (including a degree in Computer Science), I know that using the right technology is essential in today’s world.  That is why I make use of the latest technology in my law practice. I have found that making maximum use of secure, encrypted computer and communication technology has enabled me to reduce costs and improve the quality of my legal services.  The net result is lower legal fees for my clients, better service for my clients, and fewer environmental resources consumed by needless printing/copying.. My practice areas include:. Criminal: All matters, ranging from murder to domestic violence, OWI/DUI and traffic violations in Illinois and Iowa (both state and Federal court).. Civil: General lawsuits, copyright, trademark, wills, personal injury, divorce, child support, juvenile, forfeiture, etc. in Illinois and Iowa (both state and Federal court).. Contact information:. Call or email my office to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.. Eric D. Puryear Puryear Law P.C. 3719 Bridge Ave # 6 Davenport, IA 52807 Phone: Fax: Email:

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