OAK FOREST, IL CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER

A DUI charge in Oak Forest can lead to severe consequences, such as a suspended driver’s license, fines, and even jail time. If you’ve been arrested for DUI, I will thoroughly investigate the details of your arrest, challenge any potential errors in the field sobriety tests or breathalyzer results, and work to have the charges reduced or dismissed. My goal is to protect your driving privileges and minimize the long-term effects of a DUI conviction.

Drug charges in Oak Forest—whether for possession, distribution, or trafficking—can carry harsh penalties under Illinois law. If you’ve been arrested on drug-related charges, I will carefully examine the evidence, assess the circumstances of your arrest, and build a defense strategy to challenge the charges. I am committed to helping you avoid the severe consequences of a drug conviction and working to reduce or dismiss the charges against you.

Assault and battery charges are serious criminal offenses that can result in significant penalties, including jail time, fines, and a criminal record. If you’ve been charged with assault or battery in Oak Forest, I will review the evidence, assert self-defense if applicable, and work to reduce or dismiss the charges. Whether the allegations are false or the result of a misunderstanding, I will advocate for your rights and fight to protect your future.

Domestic violence charges can have a profound impact on both your personal relationships and your legal standing. If you are facing domestic violence charges in Oak Forest, I will fight to protect your rights and work to minimize the potential consequences. I will examine the evidence, challenge false accusations, and assert self-defense when applicable, aiming to reduce or dismiss the charges and avoid long-lasting consequences.

Theft, burglary, and robbery charges are serious offenses that can result in severe penalties, including prison time. If you’re facing theft or property crime charges in Oak Forest, I will carefully analyze the evidence, identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, and develop a defense strategy to reduce or eliminate the charges. My goal is to help you avoid the long-term consequences of a property crime conviction.

Weapons offenses, such as unlawful possession or the use of a weapon in the commission of a crime, carry serious penalties in Illinois. If you’re facing weapons charges in Oak Forest, I will review the circumstances of your arrest, challenge any violations of your constitutional rights, and fight to minimize the penalties you face. Whether through negotiations or trial, I am committed to defending your freedom and helping you avoid a conviction.

A criminal record can have lasting consequences on your life, from job opportunities to housing. If you are eligible for expungement or record sealing in Oak Forest, I can guide you through the process of clearing your criminal history. Expungement gives you the opportunity for a fresh start by removing past offenses from public records, and I will work hard to help you achieve that goal.

If your child has been charged with a crime in Oak Forest, it’s crucial to have an attorney with experience in juvenile defense. Juvenile offenses are typically handled differently than adult offenses, with a focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. I will work to protect your child’s future, seeking alternatives such as diversion programs or reduced sentencing to help them avoid the long-term consequences of a criminal conviction.