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Being charged with domestic violence and other serious crimes is alarming. But our clients are reassured because our proven Chicago criminal defense attorneys are on the job. Our elite criminal defense attorneys have a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating. When you hire us, you get the best criminal defense lawyers for the following charges:

Domestic violence laws in Chicago are covered under 750 ILCS/60 and can result in a year in jail and a devastating conviction on your record. Our skilled domestic violence attorney in Chicago knows the law and will fight for your freedom.

720 ILCS 5/12-1 in Illinois states that you have assaulted someone when you put another person in fear of being battered. You can receive up to 30 days in jail if convicted. However, our Chicago assault lawyer knows the nuances of the law and how to raise reasonable doubt to win your freedom.

You can be charged with battery in Chicago if you make contact with another with the intent to injure or provoke them. You can be jailed for up to a year for a conviction. Our proven Chicago domestic battery lawyer may negotiate with the prosecutor to reduce the charge or dismiss the case.

Chicago misdemeanor charges can upend your life and put you in jail. A misdemeanor conviction may also put your future career and education at risk. An experienced Chicago misdemeanor lawyer will present convincing arguments challenging the evidence against you.

Gun possession and other Chicago weapons charges can lead to years in jail. However, a skilled Chicago gun charge attorney will devise a tailored strategy to obtain the ideal case result. They also ensure that your constitutional rights are protected.

Burglary charges in Chicago are serious because you can be jailed and left with a criminal record that limits your future. However, an experienced burglary defense attorney will build a strong defense, such as lack of intent, mistaken identity, or violations of your rights.

Child pornography charges can destroy your life and lead to up to five years in prison for a Class 3 felony. Always retain a proven Chicago child pornography lawyer to refute the charges and minimize or reduce criminal penalties.

Criminal sexual assault is charged as a Class 1 felony. You can receive up to 15 years in prison if convicted. Count on our tenacious sexual assault lawyers in Chicago. The statute of limitation on sexual assault in Chicago may be unlimited, so talk to our criminal defense lawyer today.

Sexual battery in Chicago may put you in jail for a long time. However, our Chicago sexual abuse lawyer will carefully review the evidence and outline your best legal options. Your sexual abuse lawyer may also argue for mitigating factors if you’re convicted to reduce penalties.

Were you charged with rape in Chicago? Up to 15 years and a $25,000 fine could wreck your life if convicted. But the best Chicago rape defense attorney will outline your legal options and fight for the most preferable outcome. Our proven sex crimes defense lawyer is here 24/7 for you.

Retail theft in Illinois is prosecuted under 720 ILCS 5/16-25 and can lead to a year in jail and a $2,500 fine for items under $300. Over $300 can imprison you for up to five years. But Chicago retail theft lawyers can help. Our Chicago retail theft attorney will fight for the best case outcome.

Illinois legalized recreational marijuana, but you can still go to jail for drug possession. Possessing Schedule I or II drugs can put you in prison for 1-3 years. Contact a Chicago drug possession attorney now. Our drug defense lawyer will build a robust defense.

Possession with intent to distribute in Chicago could imprison you for years. Selling more than 15 grams of many drugs can lead to decades in prison. Our Chicago drug defense lawyer will fight for you now. Possible defenses are lack of possession, insufficient evidence, and more.

The penalty for DUI in Chicago for a first offense is up to a year in jail. You should retain a Chicago DUI attorney immediately to provide a strong defense. Our DUI defense attorney will analyze your case for procedural errors and fight for the best outcome.

The Illinois expungement process allows certain people to have criminal records erased or sealed to offer you a fresh start. The process is complex and must be handled by a skilled Chicago expungement attorney. Arrests, dismissed charges, and acquittals may qualify for expungement.

Being charged for soliciting prostitution in Chicago is a nightmare. A one-year jail sentence is only one disastrous outcome. So, you should retain a proven prostitution attorney in Chicago to defend your rights and freedom 24/7.

Chicago Criminal Defense Attorneys

Top Criminal Lawyers in Dupage County & Cook County

If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime, you need an experienced criminal attorney on your side. With over 20 years experience, former prosecutor Gus Kostopoulos will aggressively protect your freedom.

Before becoming a criminal defense attorney, Gus served as an Assistant State’s Attorney. As a prosecutor he was in charge of a team of prosecutors and handled thousands of cases. Gus uses this experience to help his clients achieve the best possible outcome.

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What Our Clients Are Saying

“Got my felony completely dismissed!”

My family’s lawyer told me that you are top trial lawyers. You won my felony hearing and got my felony completely dismissed! Thank you

– Michael L

“I was facing multiple charges of Domestic Battery”

I was facing multiple charges of Domestic Battery , had 3 warrants issued for my arrest and had these stupid charges weighing on me for 6 years, not wanting to face the music. I finally got picked up and with 6 small children at home, there was NO WAY I could afford to have jailtime. Joe listened and asked crucial questions and from the start he told me he would get it dismissed. I was skeptical to say the least. I paid him in 2 payments (he is super flexible) and then waited after the holidays for final court date. Completely dismissed. He will not give you false hope. He is honest, real and the ONLY person I want in my corner. HE IS WORTH EVERY PENNY! Don’t have someone else give you the runaround as most attorneys do. Save yourself the BS and GO WITH JOE !!!

– Christina S. | March 2019

“I could not be more pleasedand thankful.”

Please read this before you look for another lawyer!! First off, I want to say I am writing this review not because someone asked but because I am so beyond grateful and impressed to have had this group defending me in the court of law. I have never had such exceptional customer service and treated as if I were a high-end long time client. They made me feel like my case was just as important to them as the next. Their articulate steps were given to me in the very beginning to go over what was to be expected and what their goal was. Their rather diligent and speedy efforts to resolve my case couldn’t have been dealt with any better as my case could have gone south real quick. I trusted this group to take full control, let them do their work and they delivered with an outcome I was not expecting. I could not be more pleased and thankful as well as appreciated their flexibility with my payments (that was more than affordable for the hard work they did) as I was in a tight bind at the time. Thank you Joe, Rosemary and everyone else in between who have helped along the way! Your efforts were not unrecognized and I wish your group the best in the future to come! Lets just hope I don’t have to go through this again. If so I’m calling you back!!

– Mareena G. | January 2020

“He was able to dismiss my case and expunge this legal problem off my record.”

I came into some trouble with the law and being my first ever having to hire a lawyer was difficult. When a good friend of mine told me about Joe at Kostopoulos Law Group I had a good feeling about him. Around the time I came into some trouble with the law I was in the process of enlisting for the United States Marines. This court case was stopping me from going any further with my plans of enlisting. I brought the case to Joe and let him know my situation. He was able to dismiss my case and expunge this legal problem off my record. Joe cleared it all up for me and I had little to no worries. I HIGHLY recommended Joe from Kostopoulos Law Group. He will put your mind to ease and take care of your legal trouble. Joe is a very down to earth guy, respectful man, and super friendly. Thank you Joe for taking care of my case I really appreciate it.

– Jonathan G. | November 2019

“Gus, Joe and Rosemary helped in getting my case dismissed.”

Words cannot describe how grateful I am to Joe and Gus. It is very hard to find a dedicated sincere attorney like Joe. Even if anyone calls their number in the middle of the night, Joe will be there to answer and hear your case for sure. Just like that, few months ago, I got into a very unfortunate circumstance. My wife was worried sick didn’t know what to do, called the Kostopoulos Law firm in the middle of the night, since then, Joe is been supporting me till the case got completely dismissed. Gus, Joe and Rosemary helped in getting my case dismissed. Words are enough to express my gratitude and appreciation for their sincere dedication and hard work. They went above and beyond to make sure I understood what was happening and what needed to be done to get the case completely dismissed and expunged. To say my experience with the Kostopoulos Law group was pleasant would be the biggest understatement. I am forever thankful to them both. If you happen to find yourself if legal troubles I highly recommend the Kostopoulos Law Group.Thank you Gus, Joe and Rosemary!!

– Imran Q. | May 2019

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence laws in Chicago state that the crime involves harassment, physical abuse, intimidation of a dependent, and willful deprivation.

You can be jailed for up to a year for a misdemeanor and up to seven years for severe felony cases. But, an experienced domestic violence attorney in Chicago will review your case 24/7 and outline your best defense options. False accusation, lack of evidence, and self-defense are potential defenses that can lead to an acquittal.

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Child Pornography

Child pornography charges can destroy your reputation without even being convicted. Distribution of child pornography is a felony and can put you in prison for years. You can receive up to 30 years in prison for distributing child porn.

However, a highly skilled and tenacious child pornography lawyer may argue many robust defenses, including lack of intent, lack of knowledge, false accusations, and lack of evidence. Our highly-rated lawyers are standing by 24 hours a day to fight for your freedom.

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Retail Theft

Retail theft or shoplifting is a growing problem in the greater Chicago area. But many defendants are accused with little evidence, and the prosecutor must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. A misdemeanor retail theft conviction can jail you for up to a year, so don’t fight the charges without our skilled theft attorney in Chicago.

Our retail theft lawyers know the law and how to defend you vigorously. Even if convicted, our attorneys will negotiate for the most lenient punishment.

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Speak To A Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

We know that there are many criminal defense lawyers in Dupage County and Cook County, IL to choose from.
By calling us, you will have a former prosecutor in your corner.

Don’t settle for less when your liberty, family, and life are on the line. Call Dupage County and Cook County criminal defense attorney Gus Kostopoulos today to discuss your case. 

We offer a free consultation and are available 24/7.

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Drugs

Being charged with possession with intent to distribute is a dire matter because many years in prison are possible. You also can be more severely punished if you sell drugs to minors.

Avoid the worst outcomes in your drug trafficking in Chicago case by hiring a skilled drug defense attorney to mitigate the charges against you. We may argue a lack of physical or constructive knowledge of the drugs. Our lawyers are ready to defend you and your freedom 24 hours a day.

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Sex Crimes

Chicago sex crimes are viewed dimly by the public and prosecutors. If you were charged with a felony sex crime, only the most skilled Chicago sex crime attorney can prevent the worst outcome. The state will fight tirelessly to convict and deprive you of your freedom.

You also could be listed on the sex offender registry for life. A sex crimes defense attorney can review your case immediately and build a strong, persuasive defense. Our lawyers are ready to consult with you 24/7.

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Victories for Clients

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Our client’s wife accused our client, a successful businessman, of grabbing her by the throat, pushing her to the ground while holding her throat. At the trial, the prosecutors fought hard to convict our client. Our firm aggressively questioned the wife, police officers, and other witness.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

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NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

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FELONY DRUNK DRIVING CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with FELONY DRUNK DRIVING. This was his fourth Drunk Driving case and he faced a MINIMUM OF THREE YEARS IN PRISON. The client had been arrested and used an innocent person’s identity. He failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and found inconsistencies in her testimony. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DRUNK DRIVING and received NO PRISON.

NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DRUNK DRIVING AT TRIAL!

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SECOND DRUNK DRIVING CASE: DROVE THROUGH A FENCE: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with SECOND DRUNK DRIVING CASE within 2 years. He faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent Drunk Driving conviction on his record, which would have revoked his driver’s license. Our client was driving drunk, lost control of his car, and drove through a chain link fence. The client had failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and got the officer to admit that it was rainy and wet and that our client may have injured himself going through the fence (affecting the Field Sobriety Tests). We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

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BLEW .023: DRUNK DRIVING CHARGES DISMISSED The police officer saw our client’s car swerving and strike the curb, with both front and rear tires, four times. The officer immediately pulled the car over. The officer smelled the odor of alcohol on the client’s breath. The client failed all the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .023 on the breathalyzer (over twice the legal limit). We set this matter for trial. On the day of trial, the client received a small fine, and community service, for a count of speeding. Kostopoulos Law Group got the DRUNK DRIVING CHARGE COMPLETELY DISMISSED.

DRUNK DRIVING COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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SECOND DRUNK DRIVING: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client, a Civil Engineer, was charged with SECOND DRUNK DRIVING CASE within 2 years. She faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent Drunk Driving conviction on her record, which would have revoked her driver’s license. Furthermore, a Drunk Driving conviction would have endangered her engineering license. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVING! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

Cook County Court

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY OF DRUNK DRIVNG After our client had been out with some friends, a state trooper pulled him over for speeding. The trooper smelled alcohol on our client’s breath, who admitted to drinking alcohol. The client failed the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .092 on the PBT. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). We recommended a jury trial. At the jury trial, our team aggressively cross-examined the trooper. We were able to demonstrate to the jury that Field Sobriety Tests were not indicative of intoxication. Our legal maneuvers prevented the PBT blow results from coming into evidence. Our law firm earned a promptly returned jury verdict of NOT GUILTY for our client

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY!

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DRUNK DRIVING CHARGE AND LICENSE SUSPENSION DISMISSED The police saw our client repeatedly weaving in and out of his lane. The officer pulled him over and noticed that he had bloody, glassy, and dilated eyes. Our client had the strong odor of alcohol on his breath and admitted that he had been drinking and having a prior Drunk Driving case. Our client failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests that the officer gave him. He blew a .142 on the Portable Breath Test and blew a .137 on the Intoxometer EC/IR breathalyzer at the police station. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). After retaining our law firm, the client’s Drunk Driving charge and driver’s license suspension were completely dismissed.

DRUNK DRIVING AND LICENSE SUSPENSION COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY DUI CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with FELONY DUI. This was his fourth DUI and he faced a MINIMUM OF THREE YEARS IN PRISON. The client had been arrested and used an innocent person’s identity. He failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and found inconsistencies in her testimony. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DUI and received NO PRISON.

NOT GUILTY OF FELONY DUI AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

SECOND DUI: DROVE THROUGH A FENCE: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client was charged with SECOND DUI within 2 years. He faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent DUI conviction on his record, which would have revoked his driver’s license. Our client was driving drunk, lost control of his car, and drove through a chain link fence. The client had failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests. Our firm aggressively defended the case. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively and got the officer to admit that it was rainy and wet and that our client may have injured himself going through the fence (affecting the Field Sobriety Tests). We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DUI and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DUI! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

Cook County Court

BLEW .023: DUI CHARGES DISMISSED The police officer saw our client’s car swerving and strike the curb, with both front and rear tires, four times. The officer immediately pulled the car over. The officer smelled the odor of alcohol on the client’s breath. The client failed all the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .023 on the breathalyzer (over twice the legal limit). We set this matter for trial. On the day of trial, the client received a small fine, and community service, for a count of speeding. Kostopoulos Law Group got the DUI COMPLETELY DISMISSED.

DUI COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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SECOND DUI: CHARGES DISMISSED Our client, a Civil Engineer, was charged with SECOND DUI within 2 years. She faced a THREE YEAR STATUTORY SUSPENSION and permanent DUI conviction on her record, which would have revoked her driver’s license. Furthermore, a DUI conviction would have endangered her engineering license. We cross examined the arresting police officer very aggressively. We successfully defended the case and the client was found NOT GUILTY OF DUI and the THREE YEAR SUSPENSION WAS THROWN OUT.

NOT GUILTY OF DUI! 3 YEAR SUSPENSION THROWN OUT!

Cook County Court

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY OF DUI After our client had been out with some friends, a state trooper pulled him over for speeding. The trooper smelled alcohol on our client’s breath, who admitted to drinking alcohol. The client failed the Field Sobriety Tests and blew a .092 on the PBT. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). We recommended a jury trial. At the jury trial, our team aggressively cross-examined the trooper. We were able to demonstrate to the jury that Field Sobriety Tests were not indicative of intoxication. Our legal maneuvers prevented the PBT blow results from coming into evidence. Our law firm earned a promptly returned jury verdict of NOT GUILTY for our client

JURY FINDS CLIENT NOT GUILTY!

Cook County Court

DUI AND LICENSE SUSPENSION DISMISSED The police saw our client repeatedly weaving in and out of his lane. The officer pulled him over and noticed that he had bloody, glassy, and dilated eyes. Our client had the strong odor of alcohol on his breath and admitted that he had been drinking and having a prior DUI. Our client failed all of the Field Sobriety Tests that the officer gave him. He blew a .142 on the Portable Breath Test and blew a .137 on the Intoxometer EC/IR breathalyzer at the police station. (It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above). After retaining our law firm, the client’s DUI and driver’s license suspension were completely dismissed.

DUI AND LICENSE SUSPENSION COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING CASE DISMISSED A client switched price tags on clothes and then bought the clothes with the cheaper price tag. The store’s video camera caught her shoplifting via switching price tags. The store security officer detained the woman and called the police. The police interrogated her and she made a full confession. Our client was very afraid of being convicted of Shoplifting/Retail Theft. In light of the video and her own confession, she was worried that there would be no way to win the case. A conviction, even without jail, would hurt her ability to get a job in the future. On the day of trial, our firm got:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING DISMISSED A 24 year old architect was charged with Felony Retail Theft (Shoplifting at Woodfield Mall). She was an immigrant and was terrified of being deported as well as of prison and a criminal record. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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EMPLOYEE THEFT DISMISSED A client allegedly stole money from the corporation that she worked for. She managed two locations that she allegedly embezzled from. She was arrested on a Theft charge. A conviction, even without jail, would hurt her ability to get a job in the future. On the day of trial, our firm got .

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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EXECUTIVE’S FELONY THEFT DISMISSED A 49 year old MBA pharmaceutical executive was charged with a Felony Theft. He had no criminal history and was supporting his children in college. He was terrified of prison and a felony record. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

EMPLOYEE THEFT DISMISSED A 42 year old college educated corporate employee was accused of stealing many thousands of dollars of his company’s products and selling them on eBay. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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FELONY RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING DISMISSED A client was accused of felony retail theft. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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FELONY DRUG CASE DISMISSED The police pulled over our client and found drugs in his car. They arrested him for a felony drug case. The Client faced a felony criminal conviction and more than a year in prison. At a preliminary hearing, our firm convinced the judge that State did not have probable cause for a valid prosecution. Our firm WON THE HEARING and had

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

MAJOR FELONY DRUG CHARGES DISMISSED A client was charged with a serious drug felony in which the client could have been sentenced to up to Fifteen years in prison. The client was married with a young child and was worried about going away to prison. Besides jail, a felony drug conviction would hurt the client’s ability to get a job in the future. Our firm studied the police reports, and reviewed the law carefully, and found a basis to file a Motion to Suppress Evidence. On the day of the Motion to Suppress Hearing, the prosecutor COMPLETELY DISMISSED the Class 1 drug charge. We reached a negotiation on a lesser charge for drug treatment probation and NO JAIL and NO FELONY CONVICTION.

CLASS 1 DRUG CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY DRUG CASE DISMISSED The police accused our client of felony drug possession. The client faced a felony criminal conviction and up to three years in prison. Our firm aggressively defended the case and set it for a hearing. On the day of hearing, we had ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED.

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER: DISMISSED An informant purchased drugs from our client. The Drug Task Force then executed a search warrant on our client’s residence and found cash and drugs. Our client admitted to being a drug dealer. He had a prior drug case on his record. Our client faced up to 5 years in prison and a mandatory felony conviction. He had a good corporate job and was afraid for his future. Our firm successfully negotiated to have the charge reduced to simple possession with a special probation with NO JAIL and NO CONVICTION

POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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FELONY DRUG CASE DISMISSED Our client had visited Illinois to attend a concert at Soldiers Field, where he was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance. The client had a prior Drug Trafficking felony and was afraid of prison on this case. Our firm aggressively defended the case and set it for a hearing. On the day of hearing, we had ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED

CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY UNLAWFUL DELIVERY: DISMISSED While under surveillance, our client sold drugs to a police informant. The client later sold to an undercover cop. He was a corporate professional who was afraid of years in prison as well as the mandatory felony conviction that this charge requires. Our firm successfully negotiated to have the charge reduced to simple possession with a special probation with NO JAIL and NO CONVICTION.

FELONY UNLAWFUL DELIVERY: CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

SHOPLIFTING/RETAIL THEFT CASE DISMISSED A client switched price tags on clothes and then bought the clothes with the cheaper price tag. The store’s video camera caught her shoplifting via switching price tags. The store security officer detained the woman and called the police. The police interrogated her and she made a full confession. Our client was very afraid of being convicted of Shoplifting/Retail Theft. In light of the video and her own confession, she was worried that there would be no way to win the case. A conviction, even without jail, would hurt her ability to get a job in the future. On the day of trial, our firm got:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

FELONY SHOPLIFTING/RETAIL THEFT DISMISSED A 24 year old architect was charged with Felony Retail Theft (Shoplifting at Woodfield Mall). She was an immigrant and was terrified of being deported as well as of prison and a criminal record. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have:

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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FELONY SHOPLIFTING/RETAIL THEFT DISMISSED A client was accused of felony retail theft. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

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FELONY RETAIL THEFT/SHOPLIFTING DISMISSED A client was accused of felony retail theft. Our firm successfully negotiated, upon completion of a counseling program, to have

ALL CHARGES COMPLETELY DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

Our client’s uncle filed an Order of Protection alleging that he had gone to the uncle’s house, kicked down a door and chased the uncle. We won the case at trial.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

Our client’s girlfriend accused him of grabbing her, pushing her to the ground, and choking her. The girlfriend’s injuries were photographed by the police. The girlfriend’s father, who is a lawyer, as well as her brother were witnesses to the incident.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

The police and prosecutor accused our client of battering an ex wife. The police took pictures of the accuser’s injuries. The accuser testified that our client beat her.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

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Our client went to his sister’s house to visit. They got into an argument and she claimed that he grabbed her and put her in a headlock. She tried to call their mother and he grabbed the phone from her hand and threw it on the ground, breaking it.

CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

Our client, an industrial engineer, got into an argument with his wife over a credit card bill. She told the police that he shoved her, injured her finger and threw a potted plant at her. After an independent witness corroborated the wife’s story and the police saw signs of fresh injury to the wife’s finger, they arrested our client. Our client was afraid that a criminal conviction would devastate his career

CASE DISMISSED!

Cook County Court

Our client’s girlfriend accused him of Domestic Battery. She accused him of grabbing her, pushing her to the ground, and choking her. The girlfriend’s injuries were photographed by the police. The girlfriend’s father, who is a lawyer, as well as her brother were witnesses to the incident. At the trial, the prosecutors fought hard to convict our client and even brought up allegations of another domestic battery, involving another woman. Our firm aggressively questioned the girlfriend, police officers, and other witness. We were able to convince the judge that the girlfriend’s testimony was not credible.

CLIENT FOUND NOT GUILTY

Cook County Court

Our client, a 45 year old family man, was charged with Domestic Battery for allegedly punching and choking his cousin. Our client had previously hired another lawyer, but the other lawyer could not get the case dismissed. Three witnesses testified that they saw our client hit the accuser. Our client had completed a written statement admitting contact. We vigorously cross examined these three witnesses, as well as the police officer, at trial. We were successfully able to prove a self-defense claim at trial.

CLIENT FOUND NOT GUILTY

Cook County Court

Our client’s uncle filed an Order of Protection alleging that he had gone to the uncle’s house, kicked down a door and chased the uncle. We won the case at trial.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

The police and prosecutor accused our client of battering an ex wife. The police took pictures of the accuser’s injuries. The accuser testified that our client beat her.

NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL!

Cook County Court

Client was charged with Domestic Battery of a Child, the police report included photos depicting bruising.

CASE DISMISSED & EXPUNGED!

Cook County Court

Client was charged with DUI, officer’s report indicated that client was driving erratically and that client failed all field sobriety tests. On the day of trial, the state agreed to dismiss all charges, except for a speeding ticket.

CASE DISMISSED.

Cook County Court

Client was charged with her third DUI, at a motion to suppress hearing, Gus was able to convince the court that the police violated the client’s Fourth Amendment right to no unlawful seizure.

MOTION TO SUPPRESS GRANTED, CHARGES DISMISSED.

Cook County Court

Client was charged with Aggravated Domestic Battery with a weapon, a felony and misdemeanor Domestic Battery. The allegation was that client stabbed her boyfriend with a knife. Alleged was taken to the hospital and listed in critical condition.

All charges DISMISSED.

DUI

The penalty for DUI in Chicago can put you in jail for up to a year and deprive you of your driver’s license. You also must pay fines, court fees, and your criminal record will note the conviction for life. Don’t hope for mercy from the prosecutor because you will receive none. Instead, contact our skilled Chicago defense lawyer to question the breath or blood test or cast other evidence in doubt.

Our lawyers have a 10.0 Superb rating, so they get impressive results.

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Expungement

You were arrested and wonder about the Illinois expungement process. Expungement may erase certain criminal records, such as arrests and acquittals.

You also can qualify if you completed a qualifying diversion program or probation. But only skilled expungement lawyers in Chicago understand the complex legal process. Contact lawyers for expungement to clear your name.

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If you’ve been arrested or under investigation in the Chicagoland area, then call our law firm today to find out how we can help. We handle all criminal matters ranging from misdemeanors and DUI, to felonies like sex crimes
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Solicitation of a Prostitute

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Battery

Battery crime in Chicago is a growing problem, and your freedom is at stake if you’re charged. A misdemeanor battery charge can lead to a year in jail, and getting or keeping a job could be almost impossible. But you can always rely on proven lawyers for battery charges in Chicago to construct a strong defense.

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Top-client-rated criminal defense law firm in Dupage County. Don’t settle for less when your liberty, family, and life are on the line.

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