About
Saundra Gavazzi brings exceptional dedication and competitive spirit to criminal defense, drawing from her background as a decorated college basketball player at Knox College. Her athletic discipline translates seamlessly into her legal practice, where she advocates fiercely for clients facing serious criminal charges throughout Illinois.
Saundra earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Psychology of Law from Knox College, then attended Chicago-Kent College of Law on a full-ride scholarship. During law school, she distinguished herself as a member of the nationally ranked trial team, ultimately obtaining her law degree alongside certificates in criminal litigation and public interest law in 2021.
As a criminal defense attorney, Saundra has built an impressive track record of representing clients in high-profile matters, including her role on the legal team that handled Jussie Smollett’s successful Supreme Court appeal. Her practice encompasses DUI defense, drug charges, domestic violence cases, violent crimes, theft, traffic violations, and orders of protection across Illinois.
Saundra has demonstrated exceptional skill in securing favorable outcomes for clients, including successfully obtaining the release of individuals detained under the SAF-T Act. Her comprehensive understanding of criminal litigation, combined with her tenacious advocacy and strategic courtroom approach, makes her a formidable presence in Illinois courtrooms where she defends client rights.
Licensed to practice in Illinois since 2022, Saundra Gavazzi remains committed to protecting the rights and futures of those accused of crimes. Her combination of trial experience, courtroom success, and unwavering dedication to client advocacy establishes her as a trusted criminal defense attorney for individuals facing challenging legal situations requiring skilled representation.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Luisi Legal Group
- Member, Illinois State Bar Association
Licensed State
- Illinois
Education
- Chicago-Kent College of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Knox College
BA in Psychology
Awards & Badges

- Cannabis Law
- Drug Crime
- DUI & DWI
- Sex Crime
- Speeding And Traffic Ticket
- Violent Crime
- Domestic Violence
- Gun Law




