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Since becoming a licensed attorney, I have handled hundreds of cases from inception to conclusion.  These cases include Criminal, Family, Real Estate, Contracts, Wills, Trusts, Small Claims, and Litigation.  I have experience trying cases through all phases of litigation.  Specifically, I obtained a favorable disposition for my client before the Illinois Third District of Appeals.  I have conducted multiple jury and bench trials.  I have handled a multitude of motion hearings and preliminary trial matters.  I have learned to negotiate and resolve complex cases in order to achieve a beneficial solution for my client.  I have learned how to research the law and apply that information to the task at hand.  I am fortunate to have been exposed to many different areas of the law and to understand that each situation is unique and requires a different set of responses.

Mr. Friedel is highly regarded by his peers and is known for being an aggressive courtroom litigator.. Stephen focuses his practice on criminal defense, workers' compensation claims, personal injury and orders of protection.. As a graduate of Southern Illinois university School of Law, Mr. Friedel is a lifelong resident of Central and Southern Illinios and is a valued asset at the law offices of Tapella & Eberspacher.

Attorney Gary Wangler is well-versed in all phases of civil and criminal trial practice. He handles both jury and non-jury trials. His practice is concentrated in the areas of criminal defense, DUI defense, domestic violence, dissolution of marriage (divorce) and family cases, with an emplasis in child custody.

Matt Wayman is an associate attorney for the Hammer Law Firm, LLC, currently licensed to practice in state and Federal courts in Missouri and Illinois. With a specialty in criminal defense, Matt aims to be a positive agent of change operating within the criminal justice system. His most recent efforts include working towards ending cash bail, guided by the overarching belief that systematic change is possible through the efforts of individuals.. Prior to practicing, Matt attended the University of Missouri Columbia (earning an undergraduate degree in business administration) and St. Louis University School of Law (class of 2020). His most notable extracurriculars in law school included teaching criminal law to inmates at the City Justice Center and being an integral member of SLU Law’s trial ad competition team. Since joining the Hammer Law Firm, LLC, Matt has accrued significant trial experience acting as second chair on numerous jury trials, arguing motions and questioning witnesses in cases where the offender was facing extensive jail time.. When Matt’s not practicing law, he enjoys spending time with his amazing wife— a professional in the financial tech startup industry— and their equally amazing three year-old son. His pastimes include cycling, stand-up comedy, and admiring mid-century architecture.