Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in CHICAGO | 196 available
196 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in CHICAGO, Illinois, including Pissetzky Law, Purav Bhatt, R. Tamara de Silva, and Rajeev Bajaj. These lawyers are rated between 4.6/5 to 5.0/5 and 70% provide free consultation.
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.
“"I extend these words of admiration to the lawyer who, with his skill and abilities, managed to defend me in a case that seemed lost. I will never get tired...”
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.
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“rate from the court system. It took us a long time to overcome a malicious prosecutor and undue the”
Practice Areas: Child Abuse, Criminal Defense , Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Internet , DUI & DWI
Sarah has been representing defendants in cases ranging from misdemeanors through reckless homicides for the past 18 years. She was an Adjunct Professor at Loyola University of Chicago School of Law for 13 years where she taught Legal Writing, as well as helped run the Expungement clinic where students represented real clients and appeared at the Cook County Criminal Courthouse.. In 2020, she was appointed by the Governor of Illinois to the Forensic Science Task Force as the only private lawyer to examine the efficiency of Illinois crime labs. In 2016, she was accepted into the month-long Trial Lawyers College, and in 2019, was asked to join the faculty.. In 2014, Sarah became a Charter Member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association where she served on the Board of Directors. In 2018, she was appointed to the Justice Foundation, the charitable arm of the DUI Association, which helps fundraise and award scholarships to seminars to lawyers in need, and she still serves on the Foundation today.. Sarah was named Young Lawyer of the Year in 2014 by the Illinois State Bar Association. She is AV rated Preeminent lawyer by Martindale Hubble. In the past two years, she has appeared on Court TV and NBC 10 pm News to discuss current criminal cases, and been named a Top 50 Woman Lawyer by Super Lawyers, and a Top 100 Lawyer by Super Lawyers. She also served as mentor to another female lawyer with the Commission on Professionalism in 2016-2017.. Sarah frequently serves as a guest speaker at John Marshall Law School, and has authored a chapter in the IICLE handbook for DUIs, most recently in 2020. She is on the board of the IL Bar Foundation and served on the Lawyers Care Committee, helping lawyers and their families in need, especially during Covid where she participated in awarding 50 grants to struggling lawyers. She also served on the Gala Committee for the IBF, helping to plan and raise funds for the annual fundraiser.. Sarah has also attended countless seminars from science classes to learn blood testing in DUI and drug cases, to breathalyzer classes working hands on with the machines that IL uses to breahalyze drivers, to DNA classes with the expert from the Amanda Knox trial. She has gone through the same officer training as police officers with regard to administering Field Sobriety Tests, which is very useful in every DUI case when an officer testifies how those tests were performed on the client.. Sarah was a featured attorney on the radio show Money for Lunch. Listen here:. It is important that you hire a good lawyer as soon as you can after your arrest. In many cases, there are things that should be done before your first court date, lie file motions or request the preservation of evidence that might be destroyed within a few days. Give Sarah a call for a free consultation, and read her reviews below.
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“that I highly recommend the knowledge and experience they bring.”
“Sarah is an experienced and compassionate litigator who zealously advocates for her clients. I highly recommend Sarah to everyone. She is absolutely someone that you want in your c…”
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Family , Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense
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.
“I endorse this lawyer. Sandy Byrd is smart, professional, and we'll organized. We have shared clients at different times and she is someone I would hire personally if I needed an a…”
Chicago Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorney Sal Sheikh has a reputation of excellence in providing smart, sensible, and cost-effective legal solutions to his clients.. "I serve a wide range of clientele from all socioeconomic backgrounds. Every client relationship is valued greatly and treated with dignity and respect. Each client benefits from the depth and breadth of my representation.". If you would like honest, "real world" solutions to your Criminal Defense Case or Personal Injury Claim, contact my office for a consult. My rates are reasonable and I am accessible to my clients.. I was born in Torrance, California, a suburb of Los Angeles, in 1977. I have been a resident of Chicago since 2007. My relationship with Chicago goes farther back however, as I have many relatives here and I would visit with them during my Christmas or Summer vacations while in school. My maternal Grandparents called Chicago home for many decades.
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“My situation was complicated but sal was able to help me navigate the complexity of the legal system”
73 W. MONROE STREET, SUITE 103 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Thank you for reviewing my profile. I am the founder and Managing Partner of Mohammed-Law LLC. Prior to starting this law firm, I was an Assistant State’s Attorney with the Cook County State Attorney’s Office. I worked extensively in matters involving Criminal Law, DUI and Traffic, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Car Accidents. I have written on legal topics relating primarily to Criminal law, DUI, and the ethics of joint representation of married couples.
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“I was looking at serious jail time for my DUI and other traffic cases I caught back to back within o”
“I endorse counsel Mohammed because he is a former prosecutor who presents all of his clients with a tenacious and diligent defense. He respects the criminal justice but fights rele…”
1655 S Blue Island Ave, , Chicago , Illinois 60608
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Thank you for visiting my Avvo page.. Rest assured that when you are represented by the Law Office of Purav Bhatt & Associates you will receive thorough, attentive, personal representation. Our firm provides a detailed understanding of the law, the court system and our clients' needs. We are here as your legal advocate and will work tirelessly to make sure justice has been served while giving you and your legal matter the time it deserves.. Representation by the Law Office of Purav Bhatt & Associates guarantees aggressive negotiations, honest representation and first-class trial practice.. As a former Cook County State's Attorney I have the in depth understanding necessary for your legal success.. Call or email us anytime at
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“When you google top rated drug case lawyers in illinois Purav pops up .... When I say this man does”
405 N Wabash Ave Ste P2C , Chicago , Illinois 60611
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Defending clients charged with complex criminal cases throughout Illinois, including Cook, Will, and DuPage counties. We serve ALL Chicagoland courthouses and branches – Chicago, Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, Markham, Joliet, and Wheaton.. State and federal prosecutors like to work from a position of strength, and they don’t hesitate to use their access to almost unlimited resources to obtain convictions. The job of a criminal defense lawyer is to attack a prosecutor’s confidence in the strength of the case. That’s what opens the door to dismissal, favorable plea agreements and victories at trial.. At the Law Office of Robert Kerr, LLC, our Chicago criminal defense lawyers work hard to attack the strength of the government’s case against our client. We do this through intensive investigation, superior legal analysis, smart use of pretrial motions and other procedural tactics that can shift the balance in your favor. To learn how you can benefit from our aggressive approach to criminal defense, contact us in Chicago or the suburbs for a free consultation.. Call NOW for Dependable Criminal Defense Advice. Our Chicago criminal attorneys represent clients charged with very serious and complex criminal felony and misdemeanor charges ranging from robbery,DUI-drunk driving, drug crimes, sex crimes to homicide, drug possession / sale / trafficking, or child pornography. No matter how serious your case is, you can count on our law firm for personal service, timely information and accurate advice about the best ways to protect your interests.. An important strength of our practice involves our familiarity with the diversion options and treatment programs that can often keep your case out of the criminal justice system. Even when the original charges expose you to a significant risk of punishment, our attorneys can find many ways to resolve your case through any of the many options available in Illinois, including drug court, drug school, theft school, supervision, special probation, and other alternatives to conviction or incarceration. Many of these options will keep your case eligible for expungement, and we can advise you about their availability in your situation.
“I am extremely happy with the results of my case and working with Jeff Marx. He worked quickly, did not make me deal with a paralegal or anyone else, he...”
Firm: The Law Offices of Robert T. Edens - Chicago
60 W. Randolph St. 4th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60601
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Estate Planning, Family , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Real Estate , Traffic Violations, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
Hello- I am Robert Edens and I am here to help people navigate the complexities of the legal system. On your behalf, I will aggressively pursue your interests and protect your rights. With over 20 years of experience, I have resolved thousands of cases; relieving clients of the anxiety caused by the financial burden and uncertainty that often accompanies their case.. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or for a free case evaluation. .
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“Robert Edens did an awesome job of representing me in my workers comp case. He was extremely patient”
Address: 10 South LaSalle Street, Suite 3702 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Richard is the founding member of Fenbert & Associates, LLC. He worked at a nationally recognized criminal law firm in Cleveland, Ohio, before moving back to his hometown. Richard represented celebrities, physicians, and athletes. He also lectured on DUI/DWI/OVI, served on the Board of Directors of the Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Association, and was a frequent guest on Cleveland Radio W.E.R.E. Legal Lines.. When he moved back to Chicago he decided to open a firm that represented individuals. Our clients are workers, parents, and students who come to us because they need help overcoming a personal injury or a criminal arrest. We provide dedicated representation through one on one communication, hard work and zealous advocacy.. If you also want dedicated representation please call us and ask for Richard.
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“w areas of strength, at least from my perspective. Responsiveness - From the get-go, this has been”
134 N. La Salle, 9th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60602
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Criminal Defense , Family , Immigration & Naturalization , Real Estate , Immigration
Attorney Reem H. Odeh is a dedicated litigation attorney who concentrates in a range of law areas including immigration, personal injury, criminal defense, family, medical malpractice, social security, commercial, bankruptcy, and disability law.. The Law Offices of Reem Odeh is located in the heart of the city withing walking distance to most courts and city offices at 134 N. La Salle, the same office as the Law Offices of Sandaman, Levy, & Petrich.. Of counsel* with attorneys throughout the US, The Law Offices of Reem H. Odeh and its associates carry valuable knowledge of the law on an international scale. The firms' reputation has stemmed from both local and international legal matters.. Attorney Reem Odeh and her associates are dedicated to seeing that each every client receives zealous representation, attention and respect.. Of Counsel* Attorneys: Attorney David Trais, Attorney Waleed Ghuneim.. *Of counsel denotes attorneys who collaborate with our firm on a cases by case basis. They work independently from The Law Offices of Reem H. Odeh and are not legally responsible in any way for cases except those we collaborate on. All such collaborations will be disclosed to our clients.
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“She knows what she's doing! She is very busy but she will squeeze some time in her busy schedule to”
“I fully endorse and recommend Attorney, Reem Odeh. I’ve had the pleasure of working with her on several very difficult cases and found her to be very smart, creative and driven to …”
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“I had an excellent experience with this law office. The team was professional, responsive, and truly cared about my case. They explained everything clearly and made the whole proce…”
“Great experience with Tamara! I initially couldn’t find legal counsel that had enough experience in my field to direct us through some complex issues, so glad I found Tamara.”
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