Defense Attorney

Criminal Law

Offering skilled and aggressive defense against traffic, DUI, misdemeanor, and felonies.

Northern Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

Before I served as the DeKalb County State’s Attorney, from 2016 through 2024, I led a criminal defense law firm that served clients in Boone, DuPage, DeKalb, Kane, Kendall, LaSalle, Lee, McHenry, Ogle, Will and Winnebago counties. My firm and my work are known and respected throughout Northern Illinois as knowledgeable, aggressive and ethical.

I will listen attentively to you regarding your circumstances, evaluate your case and determine how best to represent you given the law and the allegations against you. Whether it is advocating for your right to a jury trial, or utilizing the many available diversion, specialty court and sentencing options, I will work with you to deliver the best outcome for you, your family and your situation.

Cases we will defend

DUI : A DUI conviction can change your life overnight. You may lose your driver’s license or be forced to spend a year or more in jail. To defend your rights and your freedom, you need skilled legal defense.
Narcotics : Drug crimes can have some of the largest punishments in the criminal justice system, you need a lawyer who can do more than plea bargain for you. You need skilled representation that will work for you to protect your rights.
Gun charges : With the extremely harsh penalties and mandatory minimum prison for gun crimes, you need a lawyer who can do more than plea bargain for you. You need skilled representation that can help avoid these minimums and keep you out of prison.
Homicide : The most serious allegations one may face is one involving a death of another. You need representation that is experienced in these matters and knows how these cases are put together as well as beat.
Domestic battery : If you are accused of a domestic battery offense, your career and your reputation may be on the line. Don’t assume the charges will go away without an aggressive defense.
Internet crimes : Crimes such as identity theft, solicitation of a minor, and child pornography can carry extremely severe penalties. If you are convicted of an Internet sex crime, you may be required to register yourself as a sexual offender with local authorities for a minimum of 10 years following your release from prison.
Misdemeanor offenses : There are many misdemeanor offenses that can affect your future and your rights. Select representation that knows you to protect your rights.
White collar crimes : The first sign you are suspected of a white collar crime, such as fraud, could be a call from law enforcement asking you to come in for questioning. You need legal representation before you answer questions.

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