Phil Haddad

Phil Haddad is a Chicago criminal defense attorney who represents clients facing serious charges in Cook County and nearby collar counties. For over a decade, he has focused only on criminal defense. He is known for precision, courtroom command, and strong advocacy when freedom and future are at risk.

Phil earned his J.D. from John Marshall Law School in Chicago and his B.A. from DePaul University in Chicago. His background includes over a decade of focused criminal defense work. He understands Illinois criminal law, local court procedures, judges, and prosecutors across all Cook County courthouses.

Phil has defended clients in homicide, attempted murder, weapons offenses, drug trafficking, violent crimes, sex crimes, armed robbery, burglary, financial crimes, vehicular hijacking, DUI, and traffic cases. He works to secure not-guilty verdicts, win dismissals through pretrial motions, and negotiate outcomes that protect clients’ lives.

Phil has been named an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star in Criminal Defense and one of the Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Illinois by The National Trial Lawyers. He was also named Litigator of the Year by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers.

Phil gives each case personal attention, clear communication, and careful preparation. Clients work directly with him, not through an assembly-line process. He builds strategy through investigation, motion practice, negotiation, and trial readiness, always seeking leverage and protecting each client’s constitutional rights at every stage.

Phil Haddad offers 24/7 emergency support for jail and police station visits. He responds quickly when someone is arrested, detained, or placed in custody. His goal is to protect clients from the start and guide families through urgent moments with calm, focused action.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Attorney, Phil Haddad Law
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• DePaul University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Awards & Badges