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Criminal Defense

Knowledge is your first line of defense, and information is most powerful when paired with an elite legal strategy. The Illinois criminal code is vast and can be complex. While these articles and guides serve as a vital resource for understanding everything from minor misdemeanor crimes to complex felony defense, they are only the beginning. Our goal is to provide you with the clarity needed to navigate the initial stages of your case before we step in to fight for your future.

Our attorneys bring decades of experience as both prosecutors and defense counsel to every post, offering a unique 360-degree view of how the State builds its cases. While staying informed allows you to take a proactive role in your defense, nothing replaces the advocacy of a seasoned trial lawyer. We encourage you to use these resources as a guide and reach out for a free consultation so we can begin building a tailored defense that ensures you never have to face the judge alone.

When Does a DUI Result in a Life Prison Sentence?

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is serious. A first-time DUI offense may not seem comparatively too consequential, but a second one or third one can add up…

The New York Times Confirmed It: Alcohol Breath Tests Aren’t Reliable

The New York Times just published a thorough review of what experienced DUI defense attorneys have already known in Illinois and throughout the United States:…

Is Assault and Battery the Same Thing?

You hear people say it all the time: assault and battery. It’s as though they two things is one term, and, as such,…

How Illinois DUI Arrests are Different than Other Criminal Arrests

An arrest for any criminal activity in Illinois may make people suspicious of whether you actually committed the offense or not, but in Illinois as…

Listed on the Sex Offender Registry Doesn’t Always Mean Sex Crime Conviction

Most people believe you have to be convicted of a sex crime in order to be required to register as a sex offender in Illinois.…

Retroactive Child Support in Illinois

Having a child is a beautiful thing… but it can be really expensive. Both parents must share the financial burden of raising their…

The Difference Between Theft & Embezzlement

Imagine you are a cashier at any given restaurant or store and throughout your shift, you slip a dollar into your pocket here…

Getting a Marijuana Conviction Expunged

On January 1, 2020, you will be able to purchase marijuana legally for recreational purposes in Illinois. Already, more than a handful of…

Common Questions After Being Charged with Domestic Violence

You got into an argument that went a little too far with your spouse, child, roommate – whoever it was, it was someone…

What’s the Difference Between State and Federal Sex Crime Charges?

You may have read the recent news: R. Kelly was arrested on federal sex crime charges in Chicago on the evening of July 11, 2019.…

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