Top Criminal Defense Lawyers From Illinois

In Illinois, criminal charges—whether for DUI, drug offenses, assault, or fraud—can have serious consequences that follow you for life. With tough laws and no room for error, you need a defense that’s sharp, experienced, and ready to act fast. Whether you’re in Chicago or a small town, protecting your rights starts with the right attorney. Explore a handpicked list of top-rated criminal defense attorneys across Illinois—trusted professionals known for strong courtroom presence, smart strategy, and relentless dedication to your defense.

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Stephen M. Komie
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Abuse & Neglect, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Litigation, Sex Crimes
Ronald L. Bell
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Brain Injury, Business Litigation, Car Accidents, ...
Chad A. Baker
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Employment, Family, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, ...
Michael J. Garvey
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, Drug Crime, Expungement, Gun Law, ...
Courtney Anderson
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Adoption, Animal & Dog Bites, Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Child Support, Construction Accidents, ...
Melanie Fialkowski
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Federal Crime, Gun Law, ...
Cosmo J. Tedone
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, Identity Theft, ...
Omar F. Khan
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Immigration
Practice Areas: Appeals, Assault & Battery, Credit Card Fraud, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, Drug Crime, ...
Carie Poirier

Carie Poirier

  • Boone County Public Defender's Office, State of IL
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Khaled Issa
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Assault & Battery, Cannabis Law, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
Damon M. Cheronis
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime
Brad Telander
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Motorcycle Accidents, Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect, Products Liability, Slip & Fall Accidents, ...
Purav Bhatt
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Federal Crime, Sex Crimes
Miguel E. Miranda
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Gun Law, Sex Crimes, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, Violent Crime
Terry Dodds
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Employment, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect, ...
David O. Koch
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Commercial Real Estate, DUI & DWI, Debt & Lending, Divorce & Separation, ...
Alexander Gruzmark
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Medical Malpractice, Motorcycle Accidents, Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect, Slip & Fall Accidents, ...
Kristina L. Morales
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Appeals, Assault & Battery, Banking & Finance, Domestic Violence, Financial Markets & Services, Juvenile
Teresa Ann McAdams
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Medical Malpractice, Paternity, ...
Joseph M. Lehman
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Administrative, Appeals, Litigation
Donald J. Cosley
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, ...
Michael D. Ettinger
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, White Collar Crime
Edward D. Johnson III
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Gun Law, Homicide
Charles A. Canning
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, ...
Carlos H. Davalos
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Sex Crimes, Speeding & Traffic Tickets

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