Matthew M. Fakhoury

Matthew M. Fakhoury is a respected criminal defense attorney and the founder of The Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, LLC. Licensed in Illinois, he represents clients seeking expungement, record sealing, and defense against criminal charges. Matthew is known for presenting each client’s story clearly and effectively so courts understand the full impact of a case. His goal is to protect rights, deliver results, and help people move forward with confidence.

Matthew earned his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law and completed his B.S. at DePaul University. His formal education, combined with his early experience as a prosecutor, built a strong foundation in legal analysis, courtroom advocacy, and criminal procedure. This training enables him to prepare strategic defenses, anticipate opposing arguments, and guide clients through every stage of the criminal justice process.

Before founding his firm, Matthew served as a criminal prosecutor in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he gained insight into how charges are built, negotiated, and challenged. This experience gives him a meaningful advantage in the courtroom. He has achieved dismissals, acquittals, and successful negotiations involving attempted murder, theft, DUI cases, and a wide range of misdemeanor and felony matters. He has also secured countless expungements and record seals for clients seeking a fresh start.

Matthew M. Fakhoury’s background includes service as an Administrative Law Judge in Chicago and as an adjunct professor at DePaul University, where he taught courses related to law and justice. His legal insights have been featured by major media outlets, reflecting his credibility in the field. Matthew is an active member of several bar associations and is committed to providing skilled, strategic, and compassionate representation to every client he serves.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner/Attorney, Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, LLC
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Chicago Bar Association
• Member, Northwest Suburban Bar Association
• Corresponding Secretary, Arab-American Bar Association of Illinois

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Saint Louis University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• DePaul University
  Bachelor of Science

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