Breen & Pugh Attorneys at Law operates from the Monadnock Building at 53 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1550, Chicago, IL 60604, defending high-profile criminal cases in federal and state courts for clients ranging from public officials to everyday citizens. The firm comprises seasoned trial lawyers including Thomas M. Breen, Todd S. Pugh, Jonathan M. Brayman, Robert W. Stanley, Telly Stefaneas, Chelsy L. Van Overmeiren, and Christopher W. Dallas, providing aggressive criminal defense from white collar crime to drug possession. Their practice encompasses criminal investigations, grand jury proceedings, professional discipline, civil and criminal asset forfeiture, post-conviction representation, appeals, civil rights violations, and criminal sentencing representation for both misdemeanors and felonies. With a philosophy of working tirelessly to provide the best legal representation possible, the attorneys understand that criminal charges represent the most serious and challenging events in clients’ lives. The firm has earned recognition as among Chicago’s top trial lawyers, handling cases for judicial officers, political organizations, corporations, and individuals needing forceful action to protect liberties and reputations. Available at (312) 360-1001 or [email protected], they offer experienced representation in constitutional law matters alongside their criminal defense practice. The team’s broad expertise covers the full spectrum of criminal law while maintaining focus on protecting clients’ rights throughout every stage of legal proceedings.
Criminal Defense Attorneys in Chicago
Azhari, LLC operates from three locations including 30 N. LaSalle Street Suite 2140, Chicago, IL 60602, serving Chicago and surrounding areas with state and federal criminal defense at (312) 626-2871 for Chicago and (847) 255-2100 for Rolling Meadows. Attorney Sami Azhari, recognized as a court appointed bar attorney through the Northwest Suburban Bar Association, handles violent crimes including assault, battery, murder, and weapons charges, drug crimes from possession to trafficking, DUI defense, sex crimes, theft offenses, traffic violations, and white collar crimes throughout Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will Counties. The practice encompasses comprehensive criminal defense services including expungement proceedings, federal criminal defense, juvenile crimes, domestic violence, retail theft, burglary, and specialized representation for CDL violations and driver’s license reinstatement matters. With experience handling over 1,000 cases and conducting 100+ bench and jury trials, Azhari brings hands-on experience in every aspect of criminal litigation from depositions and jury selection through opening statements, cross-examinations, and closing arguments. The firm offers 24/7 availability for consultations, volunteers to represent indigent defendants in Statutory Summary Suspension hearings, and maintains a YouTube channel with over 32,000 views providing legal education while serving clients from offices in Chicago, Rolling Meadows, and Skokie.
The Toney Law Firm, LLC is a Chicago criminal defense and DUI law firm located at 105 W. Adams Street, Suite 2150, Chicago, IL 60603, reachable at 888-473-4058. Led by Sarah Toney, who is also a professor using her up-to-date insights and work ethic in the courtroom, along with associate attorneys Craig Campbell and Brittany Howard, the firm specializes in criminal defense and DUI defense throughout Cook, DuPage, Kane, DeKalb, Will, and Lake Counties. Attorney Toney has attracted attention across Illinois for her strategic legal skills, appearing on Fox 32 to discuss high-profile cases including the Highland Park shooter arraignment involving 117 felony counts. The firm handles misdemeanor, felony, and federal charges, with a focus on DUI defense including ignition interlock device issues, implied consent law, and license reinstatement. Their case results include multiple Not Guilty verdicts for charges including two counts of resisting arrest, battery cases, and DUI, as well as having a DUI death case thrown out and achieving acquittal in other DUI cases. The firm emphasizes immediate representation, noting that actions taken prior to formal charges can impact case outcomes, and offers guidance on procedural errors and violations of rights that could lead to dismissal. They pride themselves on being a client-focused and results-driven powerhouse team, providing services that help clients avoid jail time and maintain their connection with family.
Criminal Defense Lawyer of Chicago operates from 53 W Jackson Boulevard Suite 1442 in Chicago, Illinois 60604, with partners Aaron Rosenblatt and Marc M. Barnett providing criminal defense services at 312-600-0400. Aaron Rosenblatt, practicing since 2008 after graduating from John Marshall Law School, began in civil law before entering criminal defense in 2011, representing countless clients in domestic battery, unlawful use of weapons, murder, retail theft, and DUI cases in both state and federal courtrooms. Marc Barnett brings over four decades of experience defending and trying thousands of cases nationwide in both federal and state courts. The firm handles comprehensive criminal matters including not guilty verdicts for domestic battery with orders of protection, battery charges, manufacturing and delivery of controlled substances, unlawful use of weapons, motions to suppress evidence, and various defense categories from stalking and harassment to first-degree murder and aggravated battery. Recent case wins include dismissed misdemeanor battery and UUW charges, order of protection dismissals, delivery and manufacturing charges dismissed after preliminary hearings, and possession of stolen motor vehicle cases with no probable cause findings. The practice emphasizes thorough investigation including subpoenaing surveillance videos and 911 calls, maintaining a client-focused approach treating clients as friends needing help rather than tasks to manage.
Law Offices of Phillip A. Turner operates from 20 N Clark Street Suite 3300 in Chicago, Illinois 60602, where Phillip Turner provides federal criminal defense representation nationwide for white collar crimes, reachable at 312-899-0009 or cell 312-735-4222. After earning his J.D. from University of Wisconsin Law School, Turner began as a federal prosecutor developing detailed understanding of government criminal case handling, now defending clients against bribery, fraud, insider trading, and tax evasion charges. The practice focuses on federal criminal law including SEC insider trading allegations, tax evasion with potential lengthy prison sentences, wire fraud, mail fraud, Medicare fraud, internet fraud, healthcare fraud, internal investigations, and false tax return charges. With over forty years of experience and former federal prosecution background, Turner anticipates government strategies, understands federal investigation techniques, and crafts detailed defense strategies leaving no stone unturned in complex federal cases. He provides take-charge representation for clients facing life-changing federal charges throughout the United States including Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Miami, offering honest and experienced counsel for white collar crime allegations. The firm maintains hours Monday through Sunday from 9:00am to 6:00pm, aggressively fighting for clients facing fraud, insider trading, tax evasion, or other white collar federal criminal charges that could potentially ruin lives.
Uche Litigation operates from 314 N. Loomis St. Suite G2, Chicago, IL 60607, providing criminal defense and personal injury representation throughout Illinois with over 1,000 courtroom trials to their credit. The firm, led by Attorney Nenye Uche, handles a comprehensive range of criminal matters including DUI/DWI defense, drug possession and distribution charges, assault and battery cases, domestic violence allegations, theft and burglary offenses, white collar crimes including fraud and embezzlement, federal criminal charges, sex crimes and sexual assault defense, murder and manslaughter cases, weapons and firearms charges, probation violations, and criminal record expungements. Attorney Uche brings extensive trial experience having successfully tried over 500 cases to verdict across multiple legal specialties, earning recognition as a nationally recognized litigator featured in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Million Dollar Advocates Forum member, Illinois Super Lawyers selection, and Forbes Advisor Top 10 Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Chicago. The practice operates on a contingency fee basis for personal injury cases meaning no fees unless they win, offers 24/7 availability for criminal matters, and serves clients throughout Cook County and Chicago with particular emphasis on criminal defense where Attorney Uche’s approach focuses on persuasive jury advocacy and aggressive negotiation strategies to protect clients facing charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies.
The Law Office of Christopher Wright operates from 11528 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60628, providing aggressive criminal defense representation throughout Cook, DuPage, Will, and Kane Counties with a focus on serious felony charges. Attorney Christopher Wright, reachable at 773-680-4662, graduated from Thurgood Marshall School of Law and serves as an active member of the Illinois and Cook County Bar Associations while handling cases almost exclusively in criminal defense. The firm specializes in gun charges including unlawful use of weapons, felon in possession, armed habitual criminal, aggravated discharge, and armed robbery, understanding Illinois’s complex and often unfair firearms laws. Wright defends clients against murder charges from first degree to reckless homicide, domestic violence including aggravated battery and stalking, and comprehensive drug offenses from possession to trafficking of heroin, cocaine, cannabis, and ecstasy. The practice emphasizes proactive defense strategies, analyzing evidence meticulously to protect clients facing misdemeanor or felony charges that could devastate them financially, socially, and emotionally without proper representation. Available for free consultations 24/7, the firm provides articulate, quality legal defense for those facing violent crimes, weapons offenses, drug distribution, and other serious criminal allegations throughout the Chicagoland area.
Mark Battaglia, P.C. practices from 2417 W Madison Street in Chicago, IL 60612, bringing over 20 years of litigation experience as a former Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney to criminal defense and family law matters. Battaglia handles felony and misdemeanor cases including drug crimes, assault and battery, DUI charges, theft offenses, sex crimes, federal offenses, weapons violations, and white collar crimes throughout Cook, Will, DuPage, and Kankakee Counties. His criminal defense practice encompasses juvenile crime defense, probation violations, expungement services, domestic violence charges, fraud cases including wire fraud and tax evasion, and violent crime accusations from assault to homicide. The firm also represents fathers’ rights in divorce proceedings, handles parenting time disputes, child custody matters, and restraining order cases while offering 24/7 availability at 312-492-7777. Battaglia limits his practice geographically to maintain familiarity with local courthouse customs, personnel, and judges while providing one-on-one counseling and practical legal advice. His experience includes an MBA from Wharton School, extensive trial work with dozens of jury verdicts, certified mediator credentials, and collaborative law practitioner certification. The practice serves numerous Chicago-area communities including Addison, Arlington Heights, Elmhurst, and Naperville with personalized criminal defense strategies.
Law Office of Clyde Guilamo, LLC is located at 1 East Erie Street, Suite 525-4591, Chicago, IL 60611, serving the Chicagoland area including Cook, Kankakee, and Kendall Counties with criminal defense representation at (708) 966-9829. Clyde Guilamo, a former prosecutor for 10 years in Cook, Kankakee, and DeKalb Counties who tried over 100 cases, brings prosecutorial insight to defending clients against violent crimes, drug charges, traffic violations, theft crimes, domestic violence, and sex offenses. The practice handles serious felony cases including armed robbery, aggravated discharge of a firearm, home invasion, first degree murder, as well as drug possession and delivery charges, offering treatment court and deferred prosecution programs for addiction-related offenses. Guilamo provides exceptional client service with 99% of calls and texts returned within 15 minutes, monthly visits for incarcerated clients, and collaborative case review meetings via in-person, phone, or Zoom to equip clients with information for informed decisions. Having handled over 1,000 cases with more than 100 bench and jury trials since being licensed in 2011, Guilamo maintains a YouTube channel with over 32,000 views providing legal education while offering free consultations 24/7. The firm emphasizes treating all clients with dignity, respect, and compassion regardless of charges, providing individualized attention and aggressive trial representation.
Law Offices of Mitch Furman provides criminal defense, DUI defense, personal injury, and family law services from 77 W Wacker Dr Ste 4500, Chicago, IL 60601, with attorney Mitch Furman bringing over 20 years of legal experience. Operating 24/7 with direct attorney access at 312-236-7078 or 312-498-8421, the firm specializes in defending clients against felony and misdemeanor charges including drug crimes, domestic violence, violent crimes, sex offenses, white collar crimes, and weapons charges throughout Cook, Will, and DuPage Counties. As a former Assistant State’s Attorney with the State’s Attorney’s Office, Furman brings prosecutorial insight to defense strategies, having tried hundreds of cases from misdemeanors to homicide. The practice handles DUI cases with focus on challenging breath tests, field sobriety tests, and illegal traffic stops to protect driving privileges and minimize penalties. Additional services include divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, personal injury claims, and vehicle accident cases. Known for preferring litigation over plea deals to achieve optimal results, Attorney Furman personally handles every aspect of clients’ cases rather than delegating to associates. The firm appears regularly in Chicago area courts including George N. Leighton Criminal Court Building, Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, and Markham courthouses. Free consultations available for criminal defense matters.