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If you are facing federal or state criminal charges you deserve your best defense.. Choosing a lawyer is a big deal. Your liberty is in our hands. Whether you have been caught in a bad circumstance or made a series of bad decisions, I have seen it before and you don’t have to face it alone. I will put my experience of representing thousands of people in state and federal criminal court to work for you and I intend to get you the best possible result.. When I worked at the Federal Public Defender’s Office while in law school at the University of Iowa, I had the realization that no matter the crime, everyone deserves a skilled, intelligent advocate working tirelessly to give them their best defense. If I were charged with a crime I would expect that, so why shouldn’t you? I believe that every person deserves the best possible defense. You are probably nervous, worried, scared and likely angry. That is natural. You want someone to deal with the problem and help you get the best outcome. That’s where I come in.. After my summers in the Federal Defender Office in San Francisco and the Federal Defender Office in Des Moines, I became an Assistant Public Defender in Tampa, FL. For the last several years I have been in private practice. I’ve represented thousands of clients facing charges ranging from simple assault to complex federal drug conspiracies to sexual assault, burglary, robbery and beyond. I’ve taken many of those clients to jury and bench trials. I have also argued some of their cases before the Iowa Supreme Court and Iowa Court of Appeals. It is likely that I have handled a case not unlike yours.. WHAT TO EXPECTWhen I represent you, you can expect me to: communicate, counsel and advocate.. Communication. Communication is the key to any good relationship. Yes, I am busy. It is my intention to return phone calls and emails as quickly as possible. I also make it a priority to explain issues in your case and break them down so you understand them. Let’s face it, the law isn’t simple or easy (that’s why I went to law school) and that is why I am here.. Counsel. They don’t call us counselors for nothing. I am a straight shooter. I’m going to give you the most well reasoned advice I can give, even if you dislike it. I often counsel clients about steps they can take while their case is pending–to better themselves and their case. My job is to counsel you to the best outcome, whatever that may be.. Advocate. My job is to dig into your case and make sure no stone is left unturned. No record left unsubpoenaed. No motion left unfiled. Getting great plea deals, winning motions to suppress and getting cases dismissed requires creativity, skill and ingenuity in the approach to your defense.  This becomes particularly important in trial or if I need to take your case before the Iowa Supreme Court.. Choosing a lawyer is a big deal. Your liberty is in our hands. It can be an overwhelming experience. While I cannot promise you what the outcome of your case will be, I can promise that I will put my experience and dedication to work for you.  I look forward to your call!

Gina focuses on civil rights cases, specifically on police discrimination. She also works on all kinds of criminal cases, from harassment to murder. She is passionate about fighting for her clients. She can help to make things right if you have bene injured or treated unfairly. She cares about her clients and will do her best to make sure your interests are protected. Gina is experienced with criminal defense (both state and federal), appeals, postconviction relief, and personal injury cases.. Examples of Gina's results:. • Civil rights lawsuit settlement: Gina settled a civil rights lawsuit for $75,000 on behalf of two African-American men who were wrongfully stopped by Des Moines Police. • Dismissed case: A Polk County judge dismissed a criminal charge against an African American man represented by Gina. The judge agreed with Gina that the man should never have been approached by police to begin with, and so the police had violated the man’s constitutional rights. • Not guilty verdict: A Polk County jury deliberated for only 15 minutes before finding Gina’s client Keilon Hill NOT GUILTY of harassment of a public official. Mr. Hill was canvassing for a political candidate in West Des Moines when a local resident reported him as a “suspicious person.” Mr. Hill repeatedly asked the responding officer if he had broken any laws and received no answer. The officer arrested Mr. Hill after Mr. Hill asked the officer to leave him alone and walked away. The jury agreed with Gina that asserting your right to be left alone is not a crime. • Murder conviction overturned: Gina represented a young woman who was convicted of killing her toddler and was serving a life sentence. Gina convinced the judge to overturn the 1st degree murder conviction and order a new trial for the client. The judge granted a new trial because Gina was able to establish that the client’s trial attorney made several serious errors at the client’s first trial.

I am a competitive and driven trial attorney who enjoys fighting for the rights of my clients.  I believe that the American jury system of justice is the best fact finding system in the history of the world and I love to employ it to the benefit of my clients.. In addition to my love for the law, I am also a compasionate and dedicated listener.  To truely understand someone's problem, you have to be fully invested in listening to them.  I believe that communication and respect is the key to a great attorney-client relationship and I try always to listen to and respect my clients so that I can achieve for them the best outcome possible.

I’ve created a client centered practice in which I’m easily accessible for each and every client. My uniqueapproach includes using a secure online portal with a commitment to communicating with clients whenit works best for them. It’s important to me that you know exactly how everything works prior to hiringme so we’ll discuss the full process in advance. I’m also dedicated to respecting all of my clients,including court-appointed clients.. I offer pro bono services and have been recognized twice by the Iowa Supreme Court in pro bono cases.I’m also committed to going above and beyond to researching non-legal issues when it’s appropriate.

I am an aggressive and dedicated attorney with a great deal of experience.  I began my career as a State's Attorney for Cook County and now I defend those charged with all manner of crimes, be it a traffic case (and the all the consequences that result with the Secretary of State) or a much more serious felony.  I will always put my clients first and fight for their rights and their freedom.. In addition to my criminal practice, I represent men and women who need assistance in Family Law cases.  Family is the backbone of a great society and while relationships end, every client deserves attention and support during this very difficult time.. Call me today.  I am able and willing to help.

Experience, Quality, Affordable. I have been licensed to practice law for 30 years. After graduating from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1989, I worked with Legal Assistance Foundation of Chicago handling Landlord/tenant, Eviction, Disability Appeals, and other civil matters. After being licensed in 1990 I joined the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender where I worked throughout varies divisions including Child Protection, Juvenile Justice, Paternity, Misdemeanor, Traffic and Felony over my 16 year career in the office.. I am the proud mother of 3 amazing young men, 26, 24 and 22. I’ve been a DCFS Foster Parent and a DCFS adoptive parent. I am a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Zeta Xi Sigma Alumnae Chapter, an International Sorority and member of the Divine Nine.. I have always been active in public interest. In high school I was able to gather petitions and get a stop sign placed between two main thorough fares where students crossed over getting to class from one building to the other. The school and CPS hadn’t gotten it done. I did. I was the First Black/African-American President of the Student Bar Association at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law in 100 years of History. I was Awarded the Alumni Award from the Law School Alumni association upon graduation. Once active in the Legal Community as a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, I was Awarded the Young Lawyer of the Year by the Illinois State Bar Association. Fast forward to 2008, as the Volunteer Field Organizer we ran the Obama campaign office in the South Suburbs from my Law Office. To serving 8 years on the School District 161 School Board.. My life and career has been to protect and represent the interest of all. I have always done so in my legal career representing my clients, and I will continue to do so. Its been said that I can be a Lamb or a Lion. Whatever is necessary for you.

Rick Keys is an attorney and partner in Keys Law Offices, PC. He brings more than three decades of experience to the firm, and has dedicated his life to helping his clients seek and find justice. A 1991 graduate of Chicago’s John Marshall Law School, Rick is dually licensed to practice law in both Illinois and Iowa. He concentrates his practice in personal injury claims and criminal defense, including traffic cases.. Rick prides himself on his ability to get stellar results for his personal injury clients. He began his career as a workers’ compensation, property and bodily injury insurance adjuster for the Hartford Insurance Company. In this role, he investigated claims, negotiated settlements, and managed attorneys. He knows firsthand how insurance companies work, and he uses this knowledge to negotiate fair settlements, resolve cases in a timely fashion, and – when a case goes to trial – to zealously litigate on behalf of his clients.. After working in the insurance industry, Rick worked as an assistant Rock Island County State’s Attorney where he prosecuted a wide variety of challenging case. With this experience Rick knows firsthand how prosecutors think, and uses this hard-won experience to mount the strongest possible defense for each of his criminal defense clients. After achieving success at the State’s Attorney Office, Rick moved into his private practice career.. Rick’s experience isn’t limited only to life as an attorney. He has extensive experience running and operating a business, and he brings that knowledge to his business clients. As vice president of CREM Industries, Rick managed and initiated the development of new partnerships, developed novel solutions for on-site problems, and oversaw daily operations for a successful international business. He knows firsthand that an attorney who knows the business world can mean the difference between success and failure, and he endeavors to bring his years of experience and skill to each and every client.. Rick believes that the best attorneys make complicated legal jargon understandable, and he endeavors to always provide his clients with pertinent, easily-understood information. He wants clients to feel like they’re talking to a good friend.. No client wants to waste money on a losing case or on endless hours spent researching basic legal issues. Rick offers his clients a quick yet thorough analysis of the facts pertaining to their case, and has a strong track record of identifying the pertinent issues and honing in on what really matters in a case. His three decades of litigation work have shown him a wide range of cases, giving him the legal acumen and practical insight necessary to act quickly and wisely.

I believe that everyone should have quality legal representation regardless of what led them to walk into my office. Every client deserves my full attention and to have questions answered, especially in times of turmoil, which is often the case after someone has been charged with a crime or involved in a serious accident. No two attorneys are alike and it is important that those in need of an attorney are aware of that. I strive to ensure that those who come to me know they are not just "hiring" me, but they are also getting someone who will stand in their corner just like a friend or family member would.. I'm passionate about criminal law and personal injury litigation and it's what drives me to ensure that no stone is left unturned and no option is left out when defending an individual accused of a crime, whether it be a minor speeding violation or a Class X violent felony. I also believe that everyone injuried in an accident should have someone who will advocate for them vigorously and with the utmost care and attention.. Knowing that everyone has an individual story and that everyone and every case are never the same, I make sure that they get a defense tailored to who they are and their specific case, which ensures an outcome that will allow them to continue their pursuits in life.

Mr. McNerney has practiced law for more than thirty years.. He has extensive Criminal and Civil experience litigating a broad range of legal disputes.. Mr. McNerney was a partner in the law firm of Johnson and Bell, one of the finest litigation firms in the city of Chicago. Prior to joining Johnson and Bell, he was a supervisor in the Cook County State's Attorney's Office where he tried many cases as lead trial counsel, including high-profile and complex matters.. While practicing law full-time, Mr. McNerney served ten years as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law.. The Chicago Bar Association awarded Mr. McNerney its highest rating when it evaluated him and found that he was "Highly Qualified" for the Office of Associate Judge.. He was trained as an instructor in Trial Advocacy on the campus of the Harvard Law School and is a faculty member of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy.  He holds the highest rating awarded lawyers by the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating Service.

Nehad Zayyad is an Attorney at ZAYYAD LAW OFFICES, P.C. Prior to being admitted to the bar, Nehad has worked for two years at an Immigration Law Firm; additionally he worked for a year at the Cook County Public Defender’s Office. He is an attorney dedicated to the practice of Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations, as well as matters regarding Immigration & Nationality Law. He regularly practices law before Illinois Circuit Courts. His expertise includes felonies, misdemeanors, felony and misdemeanor DUI cases, Drug Crimes, Murder, manslaughter, Fraud cases, Forgery, Weapons Charges, Domestic Violence, Sex Offenses, Burglary, Robbery, Theft, Juvenile Cases, Parole, Probation Violations, as well as many others. With a Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, and his commitment to protect the rights of the accused, Nehad Zayyad is committed to excellence in meeting your legal needs.. Nehad does on occasion appear before the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services, Department of Homeland Security, Immigration Courts.. Nehad remains a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the Arab-American Bar Association.

CRIMINAL:. FRANK CECE has nearly 30 years of trial experience handling criminal cases.. From 1992 thru 2002, As an Assistant States Attorney for the Cook County State's Attorney's Office, FRANK CECE received the very best training and real world courtroom experience.  FRANK CECE has tried dozens of felony juries and several hundred bench trials. FRANK CECE drafted appellate briefs and argued before the Illinois Appellate Court, First District.  FRANK CECE rose in the ranks to become First Chair in the Felony Trial Division at 26th and California, where he supervised other Assistants and was responsible for running a felony courtroom with a large docket of serious felony cases, including dozens of murders.. In 2002, FRANK CECE left the prosecutor's office and founded CECE LAW, a private defense practice, specializing in serious felonies such as drugs, aggravated battery, guns, armed habitual offender,  armed robbery, reckless homicide and murder cases, including a death penalty cases (capital murder).. At CECE LAW, it is our firm belief that everyone is entitled to the very best defense and we aggressively defend our client's rights.. I have the knowledge, experience,  skills and drive to get great results for my clients. After all, when your liberty is on the line, do you want someone who dabbles in criminal defense or someone who has vast experience and has been in the trenches fighting for the right of my clients for nearly three  decades. The court room is my domain and I take my responsibility seriously.. INJURY:. I also have the honor of representing those who have been seriously injured; whose lives were turned upside down from auto, truck and motorycle accidents. This also includes clients who have had slip and falls; dog bites; nursing home abuse or neglect; and wrongful death cases.. FAMILY:. I also represent clients in dissolution (divorce); child support, parenting time, and visitation matters.. Call me for your free initial consultation today.. Frank Cece, Jr.. President and Founder CECE LAW

Over thirty-four years of extensive trial experience.  Previously served as an assistant State's Attorney for Cook County for 15 years.  Responsible for the prosecution of several high-profile felony cases, served as Supervisor of the Felony Review Unit, and thereafter, was appointed Deputy State's Attorney, serving as Chief of the Criminal Prosecutions Bureau.  In the private sector, lead a fifty lawyer, in-house, insurance defense law firm.  In 1999 established The Law Offices of John J. Eannace, concentrating on the defense of state and federal criminal cases and the prosecution of significant personal injury matters.. Prepared and tried 59 jury trials to verdict and hundreds of felony trials before the court.  Experience includes several high-profile criminal cases involing murder and other violent crimes, financial crimes, narcotices offenses and personal injury matters.  Cases include several complex, multiple party trials, involving expert witnesses in the fields of forensic science, forensic pathology, psychology, psychiatry, medical experts and accident reconstruciton.. Adjunct Professor of Law - The John Marshall Law School (1993 - 2006) teaching Trial Advocacy, Advanced Trial Advocacy and Accelerated Trial Advocacy.

A lawyer is in a great position to help other people, which is what I truly enjoy doing.  My favorite part of the job is having a client come to our office with a problem, advising them appropriately, and having them leave with a smile, at ease.. On a personal level, I love spending time with my family.  I also enjoy writing (fiction, blog articles, legal documents, etc.) and reading for pleasure (often fiction, but, also, books I believe will help me improve as a person).  I try to stay active and maintain a healthy body.